This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Elton Ray Francis (Tweety) who was born September 17, 1959 to Marshall Lanier Francis and Charles Etta (Jackson) Francis in Tucson, Arizona. Elton was the first of four sons born into the Francis union.
BURNIN " BUSH Earth Wind&Fire
What does it take to show an illustration Of the hurt and the pain of a nation. One glowing look upon a ragged canvas Tells the story of our past and present situation
That old bush just keeps on burning Nobody seems to show they're learning That old bush just keeps on burning. I wonder will we ever feel the flame.
Our way of life on total exhibition Shows the way in which we live of an Imperfect nation. This tree of life so far from perfeciton Share a little love to improve our situation.
That old bush just keeps on burning Share the hope for future learning I wonder will we ever feel the flame
Flow of light could really stand a listen Bring the dark to the light, show us What we've been missing. Not many men are satisfied Without no light, there ain't no pride
There's gonna come a time, Things that are on your mind. Trust and you will find Everything in your mind True love is here to find Simple as number 9 Multiply you will find Peace and love all the time.
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Blink - He's Just That Swift / Kimberley Taylor (little sister/close friend )
blink (for tweety) i know a man who can run the future to a blurred stream of each and every yesterday. reliving each moment day by day, one by one; a second, in each and every breath of our shared life-time. yes, my brother is that swift. and if you...
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"Rightful Place" / Vergie Holloway-Sharp (Little Sister )
In Loving memory of my big brother Tweety " Rightful Place"God wanted another angel, to fill an empty place, So He called him home to glory to take his rightful place. Elton had his share of struggles, troubles, strife, and pain. But a...
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From one of God's children to another! / Mark Mistretta (None)
To be quite honest I was looking for Tweety Bird, the cartoon character, items online and I totally stumbled onto this memorial website. I started reading and couldn't stop! What a wonderfull site and tribute to someone who seemed to be a wonderful p...
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Remember... / Jo VanZandt (Friend)
When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight. ~Kahlil Gibran With much love and admiration,~Jo
Resolutions / Cheryl Jones (Family & Friend )
Shorter Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church 613 West Houston Street P.O. Box 306 Giddings, Texas 78942 Reverend David Bradford, Pastor
Otherwise Known As Tweety Elton confessed to Jesus Christ at an early age and joined St. Paul Independent Methodist Episcopal Church in Abilene, Texas. The family moved to Giddings, Texas in 1975 where he joined Shorter Chapel African Methodist Episcopal Church. Elton actively participated in the Sunday School program and the Young People’s Department (YPD).
In 1977, Elton graduated from Giddings High School. He excelled in the track and field and was the 1977, 200 meter Texas State champion. He served briefly in the U.S. Air Force. He later attended Southwest Texas State University (recently changed to Texas State) at San Marcos, Texas on a track scholarship where he won multiple conference championships and was a two time All American and a world class sprinter. Today, some 25 years later, Tweety still holds the 100 meter record (10.27) at Texas State. Throughout his life, Tweety remained an avid track and field fan, who supported the sport as a coach, mentor and educator. His other passion was music with a special love for Old School…. Earth, Wind & Fire, The Bar-Kays, Stevie Wonder and Parliament, just to name of few. He was renowned for his unrivaled DJ skills, musical mixes and extensive CD, album and cassette collections.
Elton began his employment career at Gary Job Corp (San Marcos, Texas) where he was a dedicated and hard working employee. He then joined the staff of the The Texas School for the Deaf (Austin, Texas), where he became fluent in sign language. Most recently, he was employed at Solectron (U.S. Security Inc.) in Austin, Texas where he earned the respect and admiration of his coworkers and the customers which he came in contact with.
On June 8, 1991, Elton married Dubbie (Deb) Lipsey, who preceded him in death.
On September 2, 2006 he married Emma Jean Lewis Dibbles. On Sunday, September 3rd around 2:40 pm, Elton finished his last race surrounded by his loving family. He leaves a cherished legacy of love and inspiration to his wife, Emma and from his first marriage, his caring step children Tamika, Dion and Tiffany and grand-daughter Tatiyana all residing in Austin, Texas. His devoted parents; Marshall and Charles Etta Francis, his loving brothers; Anthony Francis Sr. (Marilyn) all residing in Giddings, Texas; Michael Francis (Janel Jefferson) of Simi Valley, California; and Brian Francis of Austin, Texas. A special niece and nephews; Natasha (Nicole) Francis of San Antonio, Texas and Anthony Francis, Jr. of Norman, Oklahoma; Joe Lipsey, Jr. other relatives include a host of loving Aunts, Uncles and cousins; college, track and hometown friends and anyone and everyone that he met.
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