Jon Wayne Francis, 65, of Springdale, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on April 10, 2021. He was born February 8, 1956 to the late Frank Wayne and Carrie Mae Francis. He had a deep, abiding faith in Jesus Christ, he was a biology teacher at Springdale High School for 21 years, a Navy veteran, and a member of Cross Church Springdale. He was a talented woodworker and enjoyed playing guitar.

He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Debra McFerrin Francis (Debbie) of Springdale; one daughter, Lauren Francis Eoff of Springdale and one son, Matthew Francis of Kingston; one son-in-law Justin Eoff of Springdale; one daughter-in-law Ashley Casto Francis of Kingston; four grandchildren: Vivien Eoff, Marigold Eoff, Parker Francis, and soon-to-come Archer Francis. Being an only child, he is also survived by his close friends whom he considered family.

Memorial Service will be Friday, April 16, 2021 at 11:00am at Cross Church Springdale with Charlie Foster officiating and Kelly Eoff sharing lifetime memories. The family would love you to share your stories of Jon to memorieswithjon@gmail.com .