
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
Rodney Tisdell II
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- 11 Aug, 2021
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June 23, 1988 - August 2, 2021

AKA Doobie
Doobie was born to Carolyn Landers and Rodney Garette Tisdell in Las Vegas, NV. Doobie attended Madison E.S., Francis H. Cortney Middle School, Cimmaron Memorial High School. He then continued his education as a phlebotomist. Shortly after he discovered his true passion of hair styling. Doobie could do some hair! He was great at that. He took his craft to the next level becoming a master loctician. Acquiring well over 100 clients. He brought the North into the West!
Doobie enjoyed playing outside with a host of cousins and friends. Doobie loved playing video games. He played basketball in the neighborhood. He loved watching anything related to vampires, witches and warlocks. He was often found sitting in the kitchen watching his auntie cook. Doobie could cook, too! He loved being around his family. He would ride bikes from family members house to family member's house. As he grew up, he took pleasure in babysitting his younger cousins and doing their hair. He graduated from creating styles on them to a professional level.
Rodney elevated to Doobie then "Lit by Doobie" to his signature brand, "Sit and Get Lit". His sit and get lit ignited all over the city. "Lit by Doobie" was profitable and was FIRE at Mary Crystylez. When Doobie wasn't working as a locologist, he was on "River" hanging with the crew. The crew was more than just hanging out; they genuinely tried motivating and pushing each other to do better and be better. They loved having fun laughing, singing, and bagging on each other. Doobie enjoyed all kinds of music from rock and roll, rap, R&B and even country. He was the stylist to 31 Flavours Drill Team and pretty much everyone, really.
Ain't no way you would go out with Doobie if your edges weren't laid, if your socks did not match didn't match, if your strips didn't match your polka dots, if your colors didn't coordinate or if you needed a girdle. Doobie was always going to tell you the REAL! He was always a real person. He would tell you if you were wrong to your face. He would tell you and build you up. He wanted the best for the women that were in his life. Even if it meant holding himself to the same standard. He himself was transformed from the person he used to be to the person he became. Over these last 2 months he was more loving, kind and more forgiving. He was the most generous he has ever been and everybody around him noticed. He loved his dogs, Queen and Cleo. He grew a passion for growing his plants and his cars.
He was the most generous he has ever been and everybody around was an entrepreneur, a father, a loyal friend, dependable family member, a business owner and an ultimate motivator.
Doobie's light shined so bright that when he walked in the room, he commanded everyone's attention. Whether it was throwing out a joke, the way he was impeccably dressed or just his 1000-watt smile. All eyes on him.

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