J Dieudonne Francois

Dieudonne or as most people called him John was born to Vertulla Vertilus and Justin Francois on March 21, 1949 in L’Arbonite on the north side of Haiti. John moved to the Bahamas at the age of 21. After two years he moved to the states at the age of 23. He then started a limousine business where he would go on to be befriended by celebrities and those alike. John married his loving wife Antoinette in 1988. They went on to have their first born child Jude Francois in March of 1989. The family of three lived in California for 6 years before moving to Florida. When they moved to Florida he became a taxi driver to adapt to the climate. John was a very hardworking, dedicated and outspoken man. He was a loving father, a devoted husband, a caring brother and a awesome grandfather. In 1998 Dieudonne and Antoinette had their 2nd child and their only daughter Joni Francois. In 2000 Brandon Francois the third and youngest son was born. John was big on respect and trust and instilled in his kids to have self worth. In 2006 he brought his nephew, Boaz Francois, who he treated as a son from Haiti to live a better life. John was the youngest child of 12. Dieudonne and Antoinette were married for 27 years. He will be remembered as a good man that worked hard until he couldn’t any longer. Never took no for an answer and carried his self with class in every situation he was a part of.