
THE LIFE AND TIMES OF Michael
Michael Francis was born on April 03, 1965, in Los Angeles, California, to William and Sydney Francis whom proceeded him in death. He grew up with his siblings, Terry Francis, and Edward Griffin Jr., in a loving and supportive family. Michael attended Ganesha High School in Pomona, California, where he excelled in academics, and later graduated in 1983.
Michael later joined the Army in 1990, where he received his Army Service Ribbon, a Marksman Badge specializing in rifle marksmanship, and lastly receiving his Sharpshooter certification badge.
Michael later moved to Santa Maria with Sydney and William, where he met and married Marilyn DeWitt in, who preceded him in death. To their union, they had one son, Milton Michael Francis, and two step-sons, Rudy and Romeo. Romeo, who also preceded him in death.
Legacy and Remembrance
Michael's life was marked by love, joy, and a spirit of service. He was a devoted son, caring brother, loyal friend, and loving husband. His radiant smile and positive energy left a lasting impact on everyone he met. Michael's legacy is one of kindness, integrity, and a commitment to making people smile wherever he went.
Michael is survived by his son, Milton Michael Francis, and siblings, Terry Francis, Edward Griffin Jr., and Edith Gillette, and many extended family members and friends. His memory will be cherished forever.
Acknowledgments
The Francis family extends their deepest gratitude for the support, prayers, and love during this difficult time. Your kindness and compassion provide great comfort.
"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul."
一 Psalm 23:1-3

June 11th, 2025
Serenity FH Chapel
11-11:30a Viewing
11:30-1p Service
2p Burial
Woodlawn Cemetery
Live Stream

June 20th, 2025
Serenity FH Chapel
1140 Almond Tree Lane
Ste. 306
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Viewing & Service
11:30-1:30p
Live Stream

May 15, 2025
Serenity Funeral Home Chapel
1140 Almond Tree Lane
Ste. 306
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Viewing11-12:30p
Service12:30-4p
Live Stream

May 15, 2025
Serenity Funeral Home Chapel
1140 Almond Tree Lane
Ste. 306
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Viewing11-12:30p
Service12:30-4p
Live Stream

Viewing
May 17th
11-1p
Serenity FH Chapel
Live Stream
Burial:
Fairview Cemetery
Gainsville, TX
76240
April 25th
12-2p
Serenity FH Chapel
1140 Almond Tree Lane
Ste. 306
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Live Stream
Darvious Alexander
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- 19 Jul, 2018
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Sunrise: November 5, 1932 Sunset: June 29, 2018

Darvious Narvell Alexander
Darvious Narvell Alexander was born August 9, 1978, in Fort Worth, Texas to the late Queen Erlinda Byrd. Darvey was raised in Las Vegas, Nevada where he attended Bertha Ronzone Elementary, Swanston Middle School, and Cimarron Memorial High School.
While attending high school he found his passion for basketball and became one of Cimarron Memorial’s star players. Putting a hold on his academics, Darvey started working at Coke – Cola as a merchandiser. Darvey soon realized it was more to life so he decided to start Smilie Landscaping and travel the world. With his foot on the pedal and no brakes to pump Darvey worked smarter, grind harder, and took chances to become who he was. He went above and beyond to break bread with many and made sacrifices for his friends and family. But most of all he was a lady’s man with a finesse to charm anyone and put a smile on your face.
Darvey leaves his fond memories to be cherished by his long-life companion of 23 years’s Cedrica Shelby and two very special ladies Keonna Owens and Tatyana Dupree. He also leaves to cherish 19 children; Kieere Alexander, Aliz’e Alexander, Tavasha Banks-Alexander, De’Jone Alexander, Darvon Brooks, Treyvion Harris, Elexis Alexander, De’Marco Alexander, Darnisha Brooks, De’Marz’e Alexander, Destiney Brooks, De’Shawn Alexander, De’ Metri Alexander, De’ Marion Alexander, De’ Zerrion Alexander, Darvion Alexander, Zamyia Alexander, Davion Alexander, and Darvey Alexander. Five Grandchildren with more on the way. Two fathers’, Earl Webster and Warren Byrd; Two Sisters, Lezada Alexander, and Shavanna Webster. Four brothers, Patrick Alexander (Shamika) Earl Alexander, Xavier and Ge’ Vontia Byrd. One great Aunt Velma Alexander. Three Uncles, Samuel Gholston, Rodney Gholston, Fredrick Dyanum. Three very special brothers, David Brown, Arnez Moore and James Crockett whom proceeds him in death. Darvey is proceeded in death by. His Mother Erlinda Byrd (Alexander), Grandmother Lezada Gholston, Auntie Minnie Gholston and two children Devont’e and A’Ziyah Alexander. Darvey also leaves a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, friends and a lot of HATERS.

THE LIFE AND TIMES OF Michael
Michael Francis was born on April 03, 1965, in Los Angeles, California, to William and Sydney Francis whom proceeded him in death. He grew up with his siblings, Terry Francis, and Edward Griffin Jr., in a loving and supportive family. Michael attended Ganesha High School in Pomona, California, where he excelled in academics, and later graduated in 1983.
Michael later joined the Army in 1990, where he received his Army Service Ribbon, a Marksman Badge specializing in rifle marksmanship, and lastly receiving his Sharpshooter certification badge.
Michael later moved to Santa Maria with Sydney and William, where he met and married Marilyn DeWitt in, who preceded him in death. To their union, they had one son, Milton Michael Francis, and two step-sons, Rudy and Romeo. Romeo, who also preceded him in death.
Legacy and Remembrance
Michael's life was marked by love, joy, and a spirit of service. He was a devoted son, caring brother, loyal friend, and loving husband. His radiant smile and positive energy left a lasting impact on everyone he met. Michael's legacy is one of kindness, integrity, and a commitment to making people smile wherever he went.
Michael is survived by his son, Milton Michael Francis, and siblings, Terry Francis, Edward Griffin Jr., and Edith Gillette, and many extended family members and friends. His memory will be cherished forever.
Acknowledgments
The Francis family extends their deepest gratitude for the support, prayers, and love during this difficult time. Your kindness and compassion provide great comfort.
"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul."
一 Psalm 23:1-3

June 11th, 2025
Serenity FH Chapel
11-11:30a Viewing
11:30-1p Service
2p Burial
Woodlawn Cemetery
Live Stream

June 20th, 2025
Serenity FH Chapel
1140 Almond Tree Lane
Ste. 306
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Viewing & Service
11:30-1:30p
Live Stream

May 15, 2025
Serenity Funeral Home Chapel
1140 Almond Tree Lane
Ste. 306
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Viewing11-12:30p
Service12:30-4p
Live Stream

May 15, 2025
Serenity Funeral Home Chapel
1140 Almond Tree Lane
Ste. 306
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Viewing11-12:30p
Service12:30-4p
Live Stream

Viewing
May 17th
11-1p
Serenity FH Chapel
Live Stream
Burial:
Fairview Cemetery
Gainsville, TX
76240
April 25th
12-2p
Serenity FH Chapel
1140 Almond Tree Lane
Ste. 306
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Live Stream