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Brian Desher Francis

Former St. Charles parishioner Brian Francis, PhD, died on Monday, September 13, 2004, after a long struggle with multiple sclerosis.

He was born in Richmond, Virginia, on May 27, 1959. He enlisted with the Navy for 6 years, earned a Master's Degree from Vanderbilt University and a PhD from George Mason University. He was also an economist with the IRS.

Brian is survived by his parents Joseph P. and Mitzie D. Francis of Yorktown, Virginia; and his brother Jay Francis of Hampton, Virginia.

A memorial service will be held at St. Charles on Monday, October 25, 2004 at 7 PM.

Brian with his Haiti godchild, Francis St. George, during a visit to Haiti; as an altar server
at C'YA's 5th anniversary; and at the 2000 Ministries Fair.

As a St. Charles parishioner, Brian was active with our young professionals' ministry, C'YA and with the Haiti Ministry.

Memorial contributions may be made to:

MS Society Hampton Roads
405 South Parliament Drive
Suite 105
Virginia Beach , VA 23462
Phone: (757) 490-9627
Phone: 1-800-FIGHT MS

or

St. Charles (put "Brian Francis" on the memo line) for a Haiti project in his name.