Francis Lewis Southard Jr. Obituary
The world bids farewell to Francis Lewis Southard Jr. in Arlington, Virginia, departing on October 17, 2024. Francis leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Francis find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Francis Southard and Ruth Southard; his wife Judy Southard (Grusauskas); his children, Elizabeth and David; his grandchild Dara; and his sisters, Susan, Anne and Janet. He was also cherished by many nieces and nephews, brother.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to one of his favorite charities, in his memory. The Citadel Foundation, 171 Moultrie Street, Charleston, SC 29409, https://foundation.citadel.edu or to Semper Fi and America's Fund https://thefund.org.