Reverend Earle Francis (now deceased) was a devout and beloved pastor, dedicated church goer and faithful husband to his wife, Marjorie, for over 65 years.
Together they had 11 children – including Junkanoo pioneer Percy “Vola” Francis and Reverend Joseph Francis – 14 grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren.
During World War II, Reverend Francis served as a distinguished war bugler and, in 2011, he was awarded with a Living Honoree Award by the British Legion-Bahamas Brand.