William “Tony” Francis, 73, of Hamden, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at his home.  He was born in Wales, United Kingdom on January 9, 1948, was the son of the late Harold and Francesca Simeoli Francis, and grew up in New Haven.  He was a self-employed painter all of his life. Father of Anthony William Goriss and his wife Claire Oestreicher.  Grandfather of Esme Goriss.  Brother of Thomas Francis, Rita Pires, Patricia Moore, Valarie Jimenez and the late Francisco Francis.  Also survived by his loving companion Shirley Cheeks, many nieces, and    nephews.

Family and friends may call at The Havens Family, North Haven Funeral Home on Friday evening, July 23, 2021 from 5:00 to 7:00.