Harold E. France

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Harold Edward France, 90, of Altenburg, Missouri passed away Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at Mercy Hospital Jefferson.
He was born July 16, 1933 in Muskegon, MI to William and Alice (Haynor) France.
Harold and Rhonda France were married August 2, 1995 in Korsør, Denmark
He served in the United States Navy in both the Korean and Vietnam Wars and later retired after 21 years of service. He later worked as a Field Technician for Boeing Aerospace for 44 years.
Harold was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Altenburg, he served as the Mayor of the City of Altenburg and was also on the Altenburg Public School Board. He was also a member of the American Legion Post #133 and VFW #4282.
Harold enjoyed traveling, doing handy work and gardening. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family including his dog Ramsey.
Survivors include his wife; two sons, Zachary E. France, Boyd C. (Jennifer) France; two daughters, Lisa Douglas, Jenni France; six grandchildren, Logan (Heather) France, Joshua (Evan) Weber, Whitney Unterreiner, Dalton France, Caroline Douglas, Olivia Mirabile; and four great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Wilma Warburton; brother-in-law, Robert Warburton; grandson, Jacob Weber.
Visitation was Tuesday, September 19, 2023 and continued on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at Ford & Young Funeral Home in Perryville.
Funeral Service was Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at Ford & Young Funeral Home in Perryville with Rev. Frank Lucas officiating. Military Honors followed and provided by the United States Naval Honors Team.
Memorial contributions may be given to the Wounded Warrior Project or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Burial will be at Missouri Veteran’s Cemetery at a later date.
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com.
Ford & Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.