John E. Francis, age 49, died Friday, July 10, 2009, in Tulsa, OK. He was born May 1, 1960 in Stuttgart, Germany to David and Theresia (Rauh) Francis. John came to Muskogee in 1973 and graduated from Muskogee High School in 1979. John served in the National Guard. He also worked as a store manager for McDonalds Corporation and as a production worker for Schrader-Bridgeport Corporation.John was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Roland Francis; and two sisters, Theresa Francis and Judy Cahill.He is survived by his son, Josh; his daughter Brandy; and three brothers, David, Michael and Robert Francis; as well as many other friends and loved ones.Graveside funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday at Greenhill Cemetery in Muskogee, OK with Mr. Donnie Branscum officiating. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider the Huntington's Foundation at www.hdsa.org or at 505 Eighth Avenue, Suite 902, New York, NY 10018.Funeral service arrangements are under the direction of Foster-Petering Funeral Home. Friends may send condolences to the family at www.fosterpetering.com