Jesse France, 70, of Morrilton, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, June 29, 2023 at the VA hospital in Little Rock. He was born May 13, 1953 in Oklahoma and had formerly lived many years in Cherokee Village, Arkansas. He served his country for more than 26 years in the U.S. Navy. Boat's Mate France was preceded in death by his mother, Addie Adkins France. Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Jesse France Jr. and Erica; a grandchild, Isaiah; his father, Charles; other relatives and friends. A military scattering of cremains at sea ceremony will take place at a later date.