With his wife by his side, it is with great sadness we announce the passing of Neville Fitzroy Francis on June 4, 2020 at the Ottawa General Hospital after a long battle with cancer. Neville leaves behind his loving wife Cindy of 20 + years. He also leaves behind his parents Phyllis and Winston Richards, his brothers, Locksley, Tony, Donavan, and Wayne, his little sister Winsome (Winnie) as well as many nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends (Michèle, Will, Amer, Daniel just to name a few). He will be greatly missed.
He will also be missed by his Ottawa motorcycle community. His love of speed and expensive taste brought on a great passion of Ducati motorcycles.
Neville was known by so many for his bright smile, positive attitude and unwavering desire to live life freely and on his own terms.
We would like to thank all the nurses and doctors and staff at the Ottawa General Hospital on 6 East, 6 West, 5 East and 5 West for their excellent and compassionate care. Special thanks to Dr. Safraz Mohammed for saving his life, as well as Dr. McCurdy and Dr. Buchan for their amazing care over the past years. Also thanks to Dr. Munro for making his last days comfortable and peaceful.
A Celebration of Life event will be held in Neville’s memory in the coming months. Those interested in attending can reach out to the family to obtain details.
Digital Guestbook
Julie Blackwell
Andy Petruk
You will truly be missed my friend!
John Anderson
rest in peace ✌ my brother
Glenroy Gilbert
Just wanted to take this opportunity to convey my sincere condolences for the loss of Neville. I have known Neville for many years and has always liked his sense of humour and authentic personality. I wish his family and love ones god peace during this very difficult time.
Norbert Onomo
Rip big bro you wil be missed andthanks for your advice when it was needed
Robert Alliman
May his soul Rest In Peace.
Dan Dorans
A friendly face, a friendly man who loved to talk to everyone. We spent 20 hours talking for every one hour riding. This was his perma-face. A man who really loved life and his motorcycles! Another biking buddy taken far too soon and will be dearly missed! Thanks for all the great times!
Julie Huard
Neville, I will miss you. Mes sympathies à toute la famille.
Richard Burris
You are already missed my friend R.I.P!!!
Dwayne Duncan
I would first like to give my deepest condolences to your family. I was lost for words when I heard of your passing my good friend ? No more pain no more suffering and I know if there's motorcycles in heaven your already clearing a path. Love, peace and happiness until we meet again ❤?❤
Cindy I am deeply sorry and sad to hear of Neville’s passing. He was a great man. He will be deeply missed. You are in my thoughts xo