Lionel William Francom Obituary (1931 - 2020)

Lionel William Francom passed away at his home from causes incident to age on November 22, 2020. We know that daddy would tell us not to cry for him because, after a 7-year wait, he is right where he wants to be, in the arms of his lifelong sweetheart and our dear mother Beverly. Together they are waltzing into eternity. Dad was born on July 20, 1931 to William Patrick and Rhuemma Smith Patrick. They later divorced and Grandma married Kenneth Francom who adopted dad and his siblings. Dad lived a good, long 89 years filled with hard work, gospel service, and a love for his family. He was truly an example to all who knew him. He was a mechanic, truck driver, iron worker, and a true jack of all trades. He loved his woodworking projects and produced over one thousand handmade canes (anyone need one?). He also loved fishing and camping at Flaming Gorge in the summer. One of his greatest joys in life was serving in the Mt. Timpanogos Temple for 20-plus years; a service he missed deeply during the current pandemic. He is survived by his four children; Rickie L. Francom (Joan), Cindy Lee Denbow (Mike), Kenneth G. Francom (Agnes), Natalie Jane Tidwell (Steve), 21 grandchildren, 46 great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild due in December. He is also survived by two sisters, LaRae Hardman and Miriam Francom, and a half-brother Arnold Patrick. He is preceded in death by his parents, our dear mother Lois Beverly, sister Jeraldine, brother Gene, half-brother and sister Joe and LaReeta Patrick, and daughter in law Diana Francom (Rick). He is loved by all of his family and will be dearly missed. Due to the current pandemic, there will be a graveside service in the Pleasant Grove City Cemetery for his children and grandchildren on Friday, November 27, 2020 under the direction of Olpin Family Mortuary, Pleasant Grove. Dad was grateful for all of the medical providers and Hospice care over the last few weeks, and the family would like to thank them.