Francis D. Huffman I, age 58, died Friday, April 12, 2013 at Grant Medical Center after complications of an automobile accident.
Francis was born in Marion on January 28, 1955 to the late Francis Dana Sr. and Josephine (Moore) Huffman.
Francis married Lois Rowland on July 26, 1975, who survives.
Francis worked for over 40 years with the Whirlpool Corporation. He enjoyed bowling, movies, umpiring girls’ softball and riding his Honda Goldwing.
Survivors include Francis’ wife, Lois; children, Francis D. (Kristina Christian) Huffman II and Meredith M. (Jacob) Buckley, both of Marion; siblings, Fred (Diane) of Little Upper Sandusky, Jeff (Mary) of Radnor, OH, aCraig (Tammy) of Marion, Terry (Pam) of Marion, and Cathy (Mike) Kelly of Morrell.; 8 grandchildren three adoptive grandchildren, mother-in-law, Ruth “Verne” Rowland; brother-in-law, Paul (Viola) SR. Rowland; sister-in-law, Patricia (Alfred) Walter; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Friends may call from 2 to 4PM and 6 to 8PM Friday, April 19, 2013 at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 241 S. Prospect St, where services will be held Saturday, April 20, 2013 at 11AM. Burial will follow in Chapel Heights Memory Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Christopher Reeves foundation, Celiac Support Group of Emanuel Lutheran Church or the donor’s choice. Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.gunderhallandfolk.com.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Marion Whirlpool family for all of their support and love.
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