Adela B. Franco
November 29, 1921 -
September 23, 2016
Adela B. Franco, age 94 of Kenosha, passed away on Friday, September 23, 2016 at her home surrounded by her loving family and into the presence of the Lord.
Adela was born on November 29, 1921 in Thorndale, TX, the daughter of the late Ignacio and Victoria (Garcia) Valverde.
On May 26, 1939 in Calvert, TX, she was united in marriage to Ruben Franco, Sr. They moved to Kenosha from Waco, TX in 1945. After 58 years of marriage, Ruben died on January 16, 1998.
Adela along with her husband owned and operated Two Hour Masterizing Cleaners for over 30 years.
She was a founding member of Cornerstone Assembly Church and was very active in all church activities. Adela currently was a member of Cornerstone Fellowship and the Kenosha Senior Center. She enjoyed sewing, flower gardening and teaching young people the art of Mexican cooking.
Survivors include her children, Olivia (Thomas) Downes, Sally (Dennis) Smith, Ruby (James) Garcia, Ruben (Connie) Franco, Jr., Daniel Franco, and Charles Franco of, along with 18 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and 18 great-great grandchildren.
Along with her parents and husband, Adela was preceded in death by her sons, Victor, Robert, a son at birth and her brother, Raymond Valadez.
Service Info
Funeral services honoring the life of Adela will be held on Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Piasecki-Althaus Funeral Home, 3720 39th Ave., Kenosha, WI. Private entombment will take place at All Saints Mausoleum.
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Esther pittsDear Livy, Sally, Ruby, Ruben, Dan, & Charlie, You were so blessed to have a very spiritual, loving mother. She was so lucky to live a wonderful life, Everyone of you have special memories.... Cherish them. My condolences to all of you & your families. Love Your cousin, Esther pitts
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Nancy VagnoniSending love and hugs to you all in your time of sorrow. Tia Adela was a wonderful lady, who lived a long beautiful life. I know she is rejoicing in heaven. When I was a little girl about 7 years old she gave me a necklace with praying hands on one side and the Lord's prayer on the other. 50+ years later I still have and cherish it! It has traveled with me my whole life, and will continue to. It saddens me to know she is physically gone but her spirit will always be with you. Love and prayers, Nancy Metallo Vagnoni
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Joyce DashnerDearest Franco family, I will always have wonderful memories of your precious mother. She was one of the kindest people here on earth. My son, Anthony, and daughter Andrea send their love too, and are praying for your family. One day we shall meet again on the streets of gold. Love always, Joyce
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Gail JonesSally Smith, I am so very sorry for the loss of your dear Mother. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. She was a wonderful woman. I know your heart is breaking, you and her were so very close. My heart goes out to you and all in your family.
