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
Saturday
April 26, 2025
11a ~ 1p
Serenity Funeral Home
1140 Almond Tree Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89104
April 25th
12-2p
Serenity FH Chapel
1140 Almond Tree Lane
Ste. 306
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Live Stream
Sandra Ann Clasen
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- 17 May, 2024
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Sunrise: March 23, 1945 ~ Sunset: May 15, 2024
Sandra (Sandy) Ann Clasen, age 79, passed away peacefully at home in North Las Vegas, NV on May 15, 2024 surrounded by her loves ones after her tireless battle with cancer.
Sandy was born on March 23, 1945, to Arnold Jr. and Frances Zentgraf in London, England. Her and her mother traveled to America on the SS Paraguay in April 1946 and settled in Greenfield, Massachusetts where she grew up with her four brothers, Edward, John, Arnold III, and Francis, and sister Elizabeth.
After graduating from Greenfield High School in 1963, she joined the US Navy where she served her country honorably and was a very proud Navy Wave. While in the Navy, she married her then husband Ken Clasen and had three children Karen, Lynne, and David. She raised her family moving around the country due to Ken’s Navy career, and then settled her roots in Colorado for 28 years and finally moving to Las Vegas, NV in 2020.
Sandy was strong woman of faith and devoted member of Advent United Methodist Church where she created PowerPoint presentations for worship. She was also a member of the United Women on Faith and lifetime member of the American Legion. Some of her favorite hobbies were making centerpieces for the fellowship hall in her church and hand-crafted gifts for family and friends. She found joy in making others smile and bringing light and happiness into others’ lives.
Sandy leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter. She is survived by her brothers John Zentgraf, Arnold Zentgraf III, and Francis Zentgraf (Tamara), and sister Elizabeth Zentgraf, her daughter Karen Hall (Thomas), her son David Clasen (Sheila), her son-in-law Lawrence Otis, eight grandchildren: Stephanie Lehman, Justin Clasen, Danielle Wilson (Christopher), Andrew Rodarte-Otis, Zachary Rodarte-Otis (Hailey), Jessica Lambert, Tracie Hall, and Tommy Hall. Along with ten great grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews and cousins. She is preceded in death by her parents, Arnold and Frances Zentgraf, brother Edward Zentgraf, and daughter Lynne Otis.
Sandy will be remembered for strength, her endless love, her compassion, and her resilience.
Memorial
Advent United Methodist Church
3460 N. Rancho Drive
Las Vegas, NV 89130
June 20, 2024 time TBD
Interment at
Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery
1900 Buchanan
Boulder City, NV, 89005
June 20, 2024 at 2:00 pm
Reception following Interment
For a second you were flying
Like you always wanted to
Now you’ll fly forever
In skies of azure blue
We’ll see your smile in every ray
Of sunshine after rain
And hear the echo of your laughter
Over all the pain
The world’s a little quieter now
The colours have lost their hue
The birds are singing softly
And our hearts are missing you
Each time we see a little cloud
Or a rainbow soaring high
We’ll think of you and gently
Wipe a tear from our eye.
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
Saturday
April 26, 2025
11a ~ 1p
Serenity Funeral Home
1140 Almond Tree Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89104
April 25th
12-2p
Serenity FH Chapel
1140 Almond Tree Lane
Ste. 306
Las Vegas, NV 89104
Live Stream
