Sage Raymond Francois Obituary (2000

Sage Raymond Francois, 21, of Ellensburg, died unexpectedly on August 7, 2021. Sage was born in Pocatello, Idaho on July 18, 2000, to Teresa and Dennis Francois. After spending his childhood in Idaho, New Mexico, Oregon, and Iowa he moved to Washington in 2013, and graduated from Ellensburg High School in 2018. Our son brought us many tears, but much more joy and laughter to our lives and the lives of those he loved. His personality filled the room and he was a friend to all. Sage's kindness and compassion for others was a testament to his true heart and that we raised a son who truly touched the lives of so many others, oftentimes unseen. His iron-strong will, which many times came across as stubbornness, presented numerous challenges in his life, but we knew it would serve him well someday. Although this day on earth will never come, we are comforted knowing that Sage will provide others the silent strength they desire during their time of need. Sage had many interests which always involved his wide arrray of friends, from camping and kayaking, to skateboarding and fashion. He attended Central Washington University and began his studies in Health and Safety Managment but looked forward to following his passion in the Fashion Design program this fall. Sage is preceded in death by his grandfather Bob Miller and his uncle Joe Behan. Sage is survived by his sister Chloe (Ellensburg), his parents, grandparents Raymond and Dorothy Francois (Springfield, MO), and Mary Miller (Excelsior Springs, MO), Godparents and uncle and aunt Scott and Amy Francois (Lee's Summit, MO), aunts and uncles Curt (Gwen) Mayes (Lathrop, MO), Pam (Micheal) Kelrick (St. Louis, MO), Ann Behan (Dubuque, IA), Ann (Gary) Kluesner (Dubuque, IA), Patti (Steve) Speake (Denison, IA), Joyce Francois (Iowa City, IA), Rae Ellen (Terry) Denker (Omaha, NE), Michele (Dave) Rothe (Denison, IA), Mike (Shannan) Francois (Columbus, OH) and many extended family members. The family would like to thank the many individuals who helped Sage in his long struggle with addiction as well as the Ellensburg first responders who fought so hard to save his life. Also, Dr. Asriel and his staff, and the staff at the Evergreen at Monroe Treatment Center. The family would also like to thank the Jenna and Gary Hyatt, Jill Wade, and Rae Ellen Denker families for their comfort, support, and generosity, Kelly Held at Brookside Funeral Home, as well as the outpouring of support they have received from the greater Ellensburg, Kittitas, and CWU communities during this most difficult time. In lieu of flowers or food, the family requests donations to a fund established in Sage's memory to provide financial support to Kittitas County residents in need of addiction recovery. Please make checks payable to: Sage Francois Memorial Fund, c/o Jill Wade, 208 W. 9th Ave Ste. #4, Ellensburg, WA. 98926. Questions: Please contact David Fiske, Edward Jones Financial at (509) 925-5373. Rosary and funeral services will be held on Friday, August 20 at St. Andrew's Catholic Church in Ellensburg. The Rosary will begin at 2 PM followed by the Funeral Mass at 3 PM. Reception to follow at the Sue Lombard Room on the campus of Central Washington University at 400 E. University Way. The service will be livestreamed on the day of the service and made available to view by clicking a link at the bottom of Sages obituary on our website www.brooksidefuneral.com where memories and condolences can also be shared. Click to View LIVE Service Recitation of the Rosary St. Andrews Catholic Church Friday, August 20, 2021 2:00 PM 401 South Willow St. Ellensburg, Washungton 98926 Memorial Mass St. Andrews Catholic Church Friday, August 20, 2021 3:00 PM 401 South Willow St. Ellensburg, Washungton 98926