| born 6 April 1882 |
| died 2 August 1938 aged 56 |
| clothed 1932 |
Brother Francis took up his vocation later in life (age 40)
He had been responsible for the Abbey electrical plant, the upkeep of the auxiliary engine, the supervision of batteries and water power, the refrigeration plant and for the various motors supplying power for the organ, bells and workshops, all functions expertly performed by Brother Francis.
From the book Abbey Boys by Mike Turnbull
Brother Francis is not buried in the monk’s cemetery