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
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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 
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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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Service
Saturday
April 26, 2025
11a ~ 1p
Serenity Funeral Home
1140 Almond Tree Lane,  Las Vegas, NV 89104
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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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Paepaetele Moimoi Semeatu Maiava

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  • 13 Jul, 2020
Sunrise   -   May 17th, 1929                       -                     Sunset   -   July 7th, 2020                   
Paepaetele Moimoi Matagaono Semeatu Maiava was truly blessed. She was born May 17, 1929 in Fagamalo, Amerika Samoa to Matagaono Tauapa'i Moimoi Loa and Urima Akeripa Sepania Pula. She was married to Ma'afu Tuna Semeatu Maiava and raised 9 children in the village of Afonotele, Amerika Samoa. Paepaetele attended Saleimoa elementary school and Papauta all-girls school in Upolu, Somoa. She also later attended the Poyer school "A'oga a Poia" pago, Amerika Samoa. 
Paepaetele worked and retired from Starkist canneries in Amerika Samoa after 30 years of service. She dedicated her services and time to her family, church, and her village of Afonotele. She was a deacon for the church of Ekalesia Fa'apototpotoga Kerisiano I Amerika Samoa (EFKAS). She was an active member of the church choir and "Mafutaga a Tina". She was the leader of the "aualuma" (Talaleleomalie, Faletua, and Tausi) representing the Matagaono Family. She spent most of her time sitting on her father's grave, either singing, telling stories, napping, or making beautiful leis for the church.
Sometimes you would find her in the "umu" helping out, doing laundry, cleaning or planting flowers around her home. She always loved to stay busy. She was content and blessed with the love and life that she had. Paepaetelepassed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday July 7, 2020 in our family home in Las Vegas, NV. She will always be remembered as a loving and selfless wife, mother and grandmother. She had a tender heart and loved to spoil her grandchildren. She had a quiet strength and always smiled even when times were tough. She was loved by many and will be missed by all. 
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

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Burial:
Fairview Cemetery
Gainsville, TX 
76240


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Service
Saturday
April 26, 2025
11a ~ 1p
Serenity Funeral Home
1140 Almond Tree Lane,  Las Vegas, NV 89104
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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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