Francis Elwood Squires

Francis Elwood Squires of Falmouth, MI and formerly of Eaton Rapids, MI passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2022, at the age of 93. Francis was born on November 16, 1928, in Eaton Rapids, MI the son of Anzelo and Marie (Blatt) Squires. He was raised in Eaton Rapids, graduating class of 1947. Francis proudly served in the US Army on the Russian Front in Germany during the Korean War. He married Clara Louella Stanton in December of 1952. Francis went to work for Oldsmobile on the yard squad in 1953 and retired in 1983. He was a Scout leader in Nashville, MI, an Assistant Scout leader in Fowlerville, Mi and a member of the Marion VFW Post and past Post Commander. Francis loved the outdoors and enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening.
He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Clara and sisters, Phyllis Strang and Verona “Midge” Fletcher.
Surviving are his sons, Bruce Squires, Ronald (Claire) Squires; five grandchildren, eight great grandchildren; sister, Ruthanne Diepenbrock and numerous extended family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 21, 2022, at Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service and host a luncheon immediately following the burial at Rosehill Cemetery. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the VFW Post 6056 in memory of Francis. To share memories or leave condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com