James Ervin Francis, 66, son of the late John Burch and Mabel Alviteen Francis, was born on December 14, 1957 in Sumter, SC.  He departed this life Friday, January 26, 2024 at his residence.

Family will receive friends at the home of his daughter, 232 South Purdy Street, Sumter, SC  29150.

Job's Mortuary, Inc., 312 South Main Street, Sumter is in charge of arrangements.