Rubén Franco
agosto 21, 1950 -
enero 18, 2024
Ruben Franco Jr., age 73, passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital.
Born on August 21, 1950, he was the son of Ruben and Adela (Valverde) Franco. Ruben grew up attending local schools and graduated from Temper High School in 1968.
On December 19, 1970, Ruben married his high school sweetheart Connie Gennaccaro at First United Methodist Church and they remained happily married until her passing on November 18, 2021.
Longtime member of Journey Church where he faithfully and actively served as their custodian for many years.
Ruben worked at Johnson Motors for over 20 years. He also worked at the family run business, Franco’s Cleaners on 60th Street for over 20 years.
Always willing to lend a helping hand to family, friends and others. Ruben enjoyed cooking, dancing and loved fashion.
He leaves behind many joyful memories for all of us. His love of life, his dreams for his children and his love of family as well as others who loved him. Ruben will be dearly missed by his daughters, Tasha Franco and Tiffani Franco; his grandson, Dante Franco Alexander; and his siblings, Olivia Downs, Sally Smith, Ruby Garcia, Daniel Franco, Robert Franco and Charlie Franco.
In addition to his parents, Ruben was preceded in death by wife, Connie Franco; brother, Bobby Franco and his in-laws, Sylvester and Eleanor Gennaccaro.
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Howard & Susie GeissmanOur deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences on the passing of our dear friend Reuben Franco. Our friendship goes way back to our early high school days. . We pray for him and all of his family and friends. May he rest in peace.
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Heather VojtaRuben was always kind to me in my years at CLS as a student. Always looked out for me and encouraged me in all I did. He always knew how to brighten my day and had one of the biggest and loving hearts I know. My condolences to you all during this time. He will be greatly missed!
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Villalobos FamilyTasha and Tiffini: Your father left a huge gap when we no longer had him with us at Journey. We remember his humor, his Godly character and very special cooking done with so much love. Our hearts hurt for you. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Jeanne lauerSo sorry for your loss Ruben was always such a servant I worked with him for 17 years in cls kitchen everyone loves Ruben you ate in my prayers
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Margie brandesI am so deeply saddened to hear Ruben has died! He was a very dear man and great blessing my deepest sympathies
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Mary Kay TajnaiRuben will be so missed! He always took such good care of all of us at work, blessing us in all of the details. My sincere sympathy to the family.
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Kelly O’Neil ShearerMy sincere sympathies to you, Tasha and Tiffani on the passing of your dear father. Reuben was an amazing man who worked hard, loved his family deeply, and was a very respectful gentleman. I am praying for you to find peace and comfort in his legacy and walk with Christ. Blessings to you all.
