Brian S. Francis, 71, of Williams passed away June 10, 2012. He was born in Los Angeles, Calif. January 31, 1941 to James and Elizabeth Francis.

Brian was an avid rail fan. His hobby was creating model railroad layouts HO scale. He was employed with the Grand Canyon Railway, post retirement all though he never felt it was a job… it was fun!

He was a deeply loved and appreciated man. A devoted Christian as well as a dedicated husband, father and grandfather.

He is survived by his wife Kathleen Francis, children Toby Francis, Laurie Francis Dauber, Stephen McKinney, Elizabeth Francis Turpin and Eric Francis; as well as 10 grandchildren and sister Janet Gatzke.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Monday, June 18, 2012 at 1st Southern Baptist Church in Williams. Viewing will be for one hour prior to services. Burial will conclude services at the Williams Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family suggest donations be made to the 1st Southern Baptist Church Building Fund, 629 W.Grant St., Williams, AZ 86046.

Condolences can be shared with his family at http://www.norvelowensmortuary.com