of Springfield Township, passed away on October 15, 2016 at the age of 73. Beloved husband of Cheryl Francis. Loving father of Sherry (Ron) Parris, Stanley L. (Jeanette) Francis, and the late Debra K. Adkins. Proud grandfather of Tony Robles, Chad (Lindsey) Francis, Brandie Parris, Christina Adkins, and Steven Adkins. Dear great grandfather of 13 great grandchildren. Dear brother of Ted (the late Becky) Francis. Wayne proudly served his country in the United States Air Force as a Master Sergeant for 20 years. Co-owner and operator of Klayrose and Francis Pottery and Gifts of Holly, Michigan and North Carolina. He also worked for many years at Sears of Pontiac.