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Allison Eileen Newell Francis

Funeral service for Allison Eileen Newell Francis will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 16, at Riverwood Family Funeral Service, with interment in the Newell Cemetery. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m., Tuesday evening at Riverwood and will resume Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

Ms. Francis, 49, of Brookhaven, Mississippi, passed away on November 12, 2022. Allison was born on October 22, 1973, to John E. Newell, Jr. and the late Frances Lanelle Sykes Newell. She attended Bogue Chitto Assembly of God and Church of the Way where she had a host of Christian friends who loved on her in her time of deepest need. She has worked as a teacher assistant at Mamie Martin Elementary School since 2000 and was still employed there upon her death. She loved working with the children each day and talked of her co-workers with much gratitude for their genuine love and friendship toward her. Her life's greatest pleasure and memory was knowing she gave her all to her family through her enduring dedication, unconditional love, and sacrificial giving of herself throughout all their years in all of life's circumstances.

Preceding her in death is her loving, Christian mother, Frances Lanelle Sykes Newell. Her favorite Bible verse was Isaiah 43:2 "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you, and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you...”

Those left to cherish her precious memory are her father, John E. “Johnny” Newell, Jr.; husband of 32 years, Charles M. Francis Jr.; two children, Brittany Francis Tanksley and Daniel Francis ; her loving sister, Deidre Michelle Newell Case and brother-in-law, Patrick Clayton Case; her
son-in-law, Roman Tanksley; four precious grandchildren Blake, Brantley, Zayne, and Mila whom she loved dearly; and a host of loving friends, co-workers, and precious children.

She should best be remembered for her love of and faith in Jesus Christ and her enduring love for her family.

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17 comments

  • Comment Link Steve L Crosby Friday, 18 November 2022 06:30 posted by Steve L Crosby

    Our deepest sympathies. Our prayers for comfort for the family.

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  • Comment Link Mrs. Breakfield Wednesday, 16 November 2022 23:18 posted by Mrs. Breakfield

    Mrs. Francis was a great co-worker to be around. We shared some precious memories as Assistant Teachers at Martin. I really enjoyed the conversations while sharing hall duty.

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  • Comment Link Teresa Bowman Tuesday, 15 November 2022 18:34 posted by Teresa Bowman

    I'm so sorry to hear this sad news. We were friends for 20 years.

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  • Comment Link Belinda Fauver Tuesday, 15 November 2022 18:16 posted by Belinda Fauver

    My thoughts and prayers are with her children, grandchildren and sister /family !????It’s so sad to know she’s not here - but her Mama is holding her tight right now in Heaven !

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  • Comment Link An old Friend Tuesday, 15 November 2022 13:34 posted by An old Friend

    Ephesians 2:4–5 (ESV)
    4 But God, being rich in mercy, because of the great love with which he loved us, 5 even when we were dead in our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ—by grace you have been saved—
    “Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest as they lie in death” (Isaiah 57:2)

    I'll look forward to the promised day we'll meet again in Paradise . Much love your way and praying God give extra comfort and strength during this heartbreaking time.

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  • Comment Link Mrs.Crossley Tuesday, 15 November 2022 09:52 posted by Mrs.Crossley

    Rest easy sweet friend.You will be greatly missed here at Martin.So glad we past through on this journey with over 21 yrs of friendship. Love and comfort goes out to the family.

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  • Comment Link procene daniel Tuesday, 15 November 2022 07:07 posted by procene daniel

    just last week we are setting in the teacher lounge talking . I can't believe u are going...u are truly going to be missed..procene Daniel

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  • Comment Link Missy , Meagan Bessonettes mom Monday, 14 November 2022 20:38 posted by Missy , Meagan Bessonettes mom

    Brittany so sorry ? prayers for u & ur family !!

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  • Comment Link Steven Renner Monday, 14 November 2022 19:35 posted by Steven Renner

    Thoughts and prayers for the family.

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  • Comment Link Lanell Monday, 14 November 2022 17:21 posted by Lanell

    I'm so sorry, she was such a sweet lady. Praying for you all. Love you Nell

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  • Comment Link Nita Jordan Monday, 14 November 2022 17:10 posted by Nita Jordan

    Chuck & family. So sorry to hear this, I can tell by these messages she was a great woman that loved everyone. Keeping y’all in my thoughts & prayers now & in the days ahead. Nita Jordan

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  • Comment Link Sandra smith Monday, 14 November 2022 16:08 posted by Sandra smith

    Our deepest sympathies Sandra& Darrell smith

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  • Comment Link Sheila Massey Monday, 14 November 2022 14:37 posted by Sheila Massey

    I enjoyed working with Allison at Mamie Martin. I am a substitute teacher there and I enjoyed our talks and time we enjoyed together. She was so kind and sweet. I will miss her so much. Prayers for all of her family during this difficult time.

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  • Comment Link Cathy Chalk Monday, 14 November 2022 13:01 posted by Cathy Chalk

    I can NOT believe this. I am so sorry. We are praying for you all.

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  • Comment Link Tammy Ezell Monday, 14 November 2022 12:57 posted by Tammy Ezell

    I loved her when I worked with her at Mamie Martin. She was kind to everyone and always had a smile on her face. She will greatly missed by all who knew her! Praying comfort and peace for the family during this time!❤️

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  • Comment Link Montana Moak Wimberly Monday, 14 November 2022 12:44 posted by Montana Moak Wimberly

    Brittany,

    I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet mama. She was a big part of my teenage years and I loved her dearly. There are no words that can describe how truly tragic this must be for you. We'll be thinking of you guys in the upcoming days and weeks. I love you!

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  • Comment Link Paul Bowman Monday, 14 November 2022 11:35 posted by Paul Bowman

    With deepest sympathy. Thoughts and prayers for the family at this time.

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