William Ray Francis, 72, of Manchester, died at his home on Monday, April 25, 2016. He was born July 16, 1943 in Blue Creek to the late Ray and Minnie Olive (Yazell) Francis.

Funeral services will be held at noon on Saturday, April 30 at Wilson Home for Funerals. Rev Dale Little will officiate. Burial will follow at the Manchester Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, April 29 from 6-8 p.m.