By 7031791897 July 17, 2025

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



By 7031791897 July 3, 2025
Wednesday
June 11th, 2025

Serenity FH Chapel
11-11:30a Viewing
11:30-1p Service

2p Burial
Woodlawn Cemetery 
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By 7031791897 June 19, 2025
Friday
June 20th, 2025
Serenity FH Chapel
1140 Almond Tree Lane
Ste. 306
Las Vegas, NV 89104

Viewing & Service
11:30-1:30p

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By 7031791897 May 14, 2025
Thursday
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
By 7031791897 May 14, 2025
Thursday
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
By 7031791897 May 6, 2025
Saturday 
Viewing
May 17th
11-1p
Serenity FH Chapel

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Burial:
Fairview Cemetery
Gainsville, TX 
76240


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By 7031791897 April 25, 2025
Service
Saturday
April 26, 2025
11a ~ 1p
Serenity Funeral Home
1140 Almond Tree Lane,  Las Vegas, NV 89104
By 7031791897 April 22, 2025
Friday
April 25th
12-2p
Serenity FH Chapel
1140 Almond Tree Lane 
Ste. 306
Las Vegas, NV 89104

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By 7031791897 April 16, 2025
Saturday
April 19th, 2025
Services: 10-12p
Tabernacle of Praise

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In Loving Memory 

  • By 7031791897
  • 29 Jan, 2025

Cleofas Olivas-Ortega

Cleofas Olivas-Ortega, nació el día 9 de Abril de 1941 en el Estado de Durango, Mexico, falleció el 14 de Enero de 2025. A principios de la década de los años 70, ella y su esposo, Santiago Ortega, junto con sus hijos, Josefina, Jesus, Rita, Juan y Hector, se establecieron en la ciudad de Tijuana donde vivieron por varios años. Es durante ese tiempo que fue bendecida con el nacimiento de su sexto hijo, Javier. A finales de los 70s decidieron emigrar a Los Ángeles, California donde se ubicaron por un largo tiempo. Fue ahí donde se convirtió en madre de su último hijo, Edgar. Cleofas fue una servidora muy activa en la Iglesia Catolica Santo Tomás donde también fue miembro del grupo de evangelización Carisma en Misiones. Al principio de los 90’s tomaron la decisión de trasladarse a Las Vegas, Nevada. En el año 2007, tuvo la gran pérdida de su esposo, Santiago Ortega. Cleofas vivió y pasó sus últimos días en Las Vegas, Nevada. Cleofas fue una gran esposa y una madre muy querida por sus siete hijos, Josefina, Jesus, Rita, Juan, Hector, Javier, y Edgar. Fue una abuela y bisabuela muy cariñosa con sus doce nietos y sus cuatro bisnietos. Abrió sus puertas a una infinidad de personas y compartió su hogar muy en especial con su sobrina Angelica, al igual que con el amigo de sus hijos, Bryan. Conocida por su compasión por los demás, su espíritu viajero y la capacidad de reunir a la familia sobre una cena hecha en casa, ella ha tenido un impacto significativo en sus seres queridos. Su dedicación a su fe ayudó a guiar a otros a fortalecer su relación con Dios. Todos los que la conocieron extrañarán profundamente la generosidad y ganas de ayudar a las personas. Los descendientes de Cleofas le desean un descanso eterno en paz.

Cleofas Olivas-Ortega was born on April 9th in 1941 in Durango, Mexico and passed away on January 14th, 2025.
At the start of the 1970s, she and her husband, Santiago Ortega, along with their children, Josefina, Jesus, Rita, Juan and Hector, established their home in Tijuana, Mexico where they lived for several years. It was during that time that she was blessed with the birth of her sixth child, Javier. Nearing the end of the 70s they decided to immigrate to Los Angeles, California where they settled and lived for many years. During her time in Los Angeles, she gave birth to her last child, Edgar. Cleofas was an active member of her church, St. Thomas Catholic Church where she joined the evangelization group Carisma en Misiones. At the beginning of the 1990’s they decided to move to Las Vegas, Nevada. In 2007, she suffered the great loss of her husband, Santiago Ortega. She lived and spent the last of her days in Las Vegas. Cleofas was a devoted wife and a deeply loved mother by her seven children, Josefina, Jesus, Rita, Juan, Hector, Javier, and Edgar. She was an incredibly warm grandmother and great-grandmother to twelve grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She opened her doors to an infinite number of people and shared her home, especially with her niece, Angelica, as well as with her sons’ friend, Bryan. Known for her compassion for others, adventurous spirit, and ability to unite her family around a home cooked meal, she has made a lasting impact on her loved ones. Her dedication to her faith assisted in guiding others toward strengthening their relationship with God. Everyone who knew her will deeply miss her generosity and willingness to extend a helping hand. Cleofas’ descendants wish her a peaceful eternal rest.
By 7031791897 July 17, 2025

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



By 7031791897 July 3, 2025
Wednesday
June 11th, 2025

Serenity FH Chapel
11-11:30a Viewing
11:30-1p Service

2p Burial
Woodlawn Cemetery 
Live Stream
By 7031791897 June 19, 2025
Friday
June 20th, 2025
Serenity FH Chapel
1140 Almond Tree Lane
Ste. 306
Las Vegas, NV 89104

Viewing & Service
11:30-1:30p

Live Stream
By 7031791897 May 14, 2025
Thursday
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
By 7031791897 May 14, 2025
Thursday
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
By 7031791897 May 6, 2025
Saturday 
Viewing
May 17th
11-1p
Serenity FH Chapel

Live Stream

Burial:
Fairview Cemetery
Gainsville, TX 
76240


By 7031791897 April 26, 2025
By 7031791897 April 25, 2025
Service
Saturday
April 26, 2025
11a ~ 1p
Serenity Funeral Home
1140 Almond Tree Lane,  Las Vegas, NV 89104
By 7031791897 April 22, 2025
Friday
April 25th
12-2p
Serenity FH Chapel
1140 Almond Tree Lane 
Ste. 306
Las Vegas, NV 89104

Live Stream
By 7031791897 April 16, 2025
Saturday
April 19th, 2025
Services: 10-12p
Tabernacle of Praise

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