Carol Francis, 80, of Independence, MO passed away June 10, 2019. A visitation will be held from 1-2:00 p.m. followed by a 2:00 p.m. service on Monday, June 17, at the Speaks Suburban Chapel, 18020 E. 39th St., Independence, MO. Burial at Oak Ridge Memory Gardens. Carol was born September 10, 1938 to Clyde and Lois Campbell. Her occupational career was spent at Lake City (1965-1970), Zeke’s Paint (1970-1972), Cook Paint (1972-1992) and finally the Groves (1996-2006). She was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Norman G. Francis. Carol is survived by her son, Thomas “Chip” Howle (Sherry); grandson, Zachary Howle; two brothers, Jerry “J.C.” Campbell and Bill Campbell (Debra); nephew, Christopher Campbell; and niece, Trisha Campbell; and two great nieces, Mariah Kisner and Addy Watkins. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel 816-373-3600)