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M. Ann Howard-Mitchell
June 10, 2021
Gone from this place but never from my heart. I think about you all of the time and every time you come to remembrance the memories are always precious. Continue to rest in power until that when we shall all meet again.
Dad
William Lee Harden
June 7, 2010
Kevin Slone
October 25, 2009
I just found out about franco today while looking up about titus arnold and it hurts me to know i lost another brother from the visions family. my prayers are with his family. i know they are both watching down on us. I was in VFY for about 2 years. No matter whats happens they will always be family
Chris Wilson
August 3, 2009
We will keep the Harden family in our prayers. I enjoyed playing football at UU with Franco. God Bless
William( SPOON) Johnson
July 18, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Clayton Baker
July 13, 2009
I met Franco the summer of 2001. I was a new coach to the staff @ Urbana. Franco always made me laugh. He was a good guy with a huge heart. He joked around a lot, but he was always serious about his football, family, and his school. I want to take this time to offer my condolences to the Harden family. May God give you the strength and courage to get through this.
June 27, 2009
Marita Harden and Family,
I want to let u know me and my family send our deepest sympathy and will keep you in our prayers.
Sierra Cunningham and Hank Stephens and Family.
Larry Anderson
June 24, 2009
Bill, you have always been more then a friend to me, your brothers & sister, mom & dad treated me like one of the family. I real sorry to hear about your son.... If there is anything I can do to smooth this time to help you make through just call and I hope other then this all is well with you.
Linda Rudawski
June 23, 2009
Please accept my sympathy in your loss of Franco. I met Franco when he lived beside me in Northridge. He was a sweet kind young man. I was a recent UU graduate at the age of 53 and he was finishing up. I worked with homeless so Franco shared his plans to help youth. A few years later as I listened to Gerald Greene share info about a new program for youth, I just knew his business partner had to be Franco and I was right. I always felt this sense of pride in knowing Franco and I was so happy to know of his interest in social services. Please know he had an impact on me and can well imagine on many more that you may never even know about. God Bless.
The Cherry Family
June 22, 2009
May GOD be your strenghth and your comforting arms in this time of sadness
Vickie Arnold
June 22, 2009
I remember the first time seeing you play football for little tigers and you took my son under your wings and he was there until he went home. It has been a pleasure having you in our life, you became a son to us an we will always love you and miss you. You're dancing with the angles with your brothers Titus and Doug. Take care of each other.
Love you
Willie & Vickie Arnold
Dave and Vickie Williams
June 21, 2009
Marita we are so sorry for the loss of Franco. You were a wonderful, loyal wife who showed such courage during
Franco's fight. You are a true inspiration to all of us as wives. God had a special plan for Franco and along the way he touched many lives. He will be missed by many. Sincerly, Dave and Vickie Williams
Charisma Ramey
June 21, 2009
The Harden Family
My heartfelt prayers go out to you and your family at this time. Franco will always be remembered for the way he cared for others and his thoughtfulness. What courage and grace he had and displayed over the last couple of months. He will truly be cherished and missed by many. God Bless you and your family!
Marita Harden
June 21, 2009
Baby,
I remember the day I was asked to take your hand in marriage.....I thank God for you everyday and as promised to you, a long time ago..."baby I got you"
I told you that I would take care of you and be by your side no matter what...love you always, Happy Anniversary 6/20
And to everyone else, thank you for all of your prayers & support as I am confident in the Lord that he will continue to carry me and direct my path.
In His Service,
Marita Harden
Kim Sanford
June 20, 2009
The Harden Family...I know that this is a very painful and difficult time for you....I just want you to know that I am keeping all of you in my prayers.
Brina Massie
June 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
LaToya Hearns
June 20, 2009
Harden family,
My prayers and deepest condolences go out to you. Let's rejoice for his release and journey home to our Father, and celebrate the memories of his big heart.
Brandelyn Hall
June 20, 2009
Franco will always be remembered and missed! May the joy of the Lord be your strength.
Ryan Kerr
June 20, 2009
My Prayers are with you.
June 20, 2009
To Marita...What a Wonderful Man..My Heart goes out to you in you and your family..My family sends our condolences to you and yours at this difficult time. Franko I'm gonna miss you man...thanks for the long talks and most importantly the wisdom.
Until We Meet again...
Eric and Tanya Taylor
Tracy Ann Carter
June 19, 2009
Marita,
You are my prayers and thoughts. Remember we serve a god that will comfort us in are time of sorrow.
Keith Moore
June 18, 2009
EVEN IF YOU ONLY KNEW HIM FOR A SHORT MOMENT,IT WAS MORE THAN ENOUGH TIME TO RECOGNIZE WHAT A SPECIAL PERSON HE TRULY WAS.MISS YOU FRANK.
Starr Hutton
June 18, 2009
Marita,
I'm so sorry for your loss and send my deepest condolences. May God bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Curtis Sr, Donna and Curtis Hughes
June 18, 2009
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
June 18, 2009
Special young man with a warm smile. We had the pleasure of knowing Franco since peewee football. Marita, if you have a need, call us. May GOD hold you in the palm of his hand and give you peace.
Our Prayers and Love.
Monte, NeNe, Nisha, Monte and Robbe Browning
Tiersa Viney
June 18, 2009
My prayers and sympathy are with you.
June 18, 2009
Marita and Family,
My heart goes out to you all.
Marita, the love you and Franco shared is rare and long-lasting. That love will stay with you for the rest of your days. He will truly be missed and I am praying for al of you.
With Love,
Ayana & Dorian Jordan
Raymond James
June 18, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
BRANDON FERGUSON
June 18, 2009
TO THE HARDEN FAMILY LET GOD BE YOUR CRUTCH AND YOU WILL BE ABLE TO ENDORE ANYTHING. FRANCO I MISS YOU AND WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU MY FRIEND AND BROTHER IN CHRIST.
Sandy Leach
June 18, 2009
To Will and the Harden Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss, my heart goes out to you and your family.
Warmly,
Susie Sassenberg
June 18, 2009
Harden Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Franco while he was a student at Urbana University and he was a fine young man, fun-loving but also focused, a role-model by example for other students. I hope you can take some comfort in knowing how many lives he touched in his too-short time with us. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tiffany Brown
June 18, 2009
To the Harden, Lee, and Chilton family,
I would like to extend my sincere condolences to your entire family. Frank and I have been friends since the first grade at Perrin Woods. As you all already know Franco was a wonderful person with the warmest, friendliest, silliest and sweetest personality and spirit. Even though we are grieving his passing, I know they are having a party in Heaven!!:)To be absent from the body is to present with the Lord. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Praying God's Peace & Blessings
Tiffany Brown & family
Gustelia Scott
June 18, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Darlene Hacker
June 18, 2009
Marita I am very sorry for your loss,but I know you will be well taken care of by God and your family. I have been in your shoe's and those are the two best thing's to lean on is God and family. Take care and God be with you.
Amber Trotter
June 18, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I didn't know Franco personally, but I followed his story through a friend. He was a brave and strong man. My deepest sympathy is with everyone.
stephanie higgenbottom
June 18, 2009
To the harden family'I am so sorry for your lost.But we know he in better place now&will continue&pray for the family and keep the remebrance alive.From the quick"s family &the higgenbottom family to
Kathy Sahle
June 18, 2009
Dear Marita, Jerney, Jermaine and Family,
On behalf of Catholic Central School, we extend our deepest sympathies to you. Please know that we are praying for your family, and will continue to do so daily. Remember that God will comfort you, give you peace, and hold you in the palm of his hand.
The gates of heaven have opened to welcome another of God's children home. For that, we give Him praise.
stephanie higgenbottom
June 18, 2009
I so sorry for your lost.but we know he in a better place now and will continue&pray for the family&keep the remembrance alive.WE WILL MISS U....... FROM THE QUICK"S FAMILY
CeCelia Ann Benson
June 18, 2009
Marita,
I am so sorry for your lost, I only met Franco twice, But I see how happy he made you, Keep your head up and God will take you in his loving arms for comfort, God Bless you in your time of sorrow, As a family when you hurt I am hurting as well. Sorry I am unable to attend the services tonight, But you are truly in my prayers.
Barbara Thompson
June 18, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jeff Smith
June 18, 2009
Although it has been a long time since I have visited with Franco I have tracked his life and growing family through other former student-athletes. I'm so proud of the life he led and know that he made a difference in the lives he touched. I consider myself very fortunate to have had the opportunity to share great experiences with Franco on and off the football field. My prayers and deepest sympathy go to his wife, Marita, and rest of the Harden family.
Urbana University Football
Jasmine owens
June 18, 2009
TO the Harden-Lee Family:
My condolences & sympathy goes out to your family. I grew up with Franco always around, he was like my brother from another mother, this loss has effected our family especially Dont'e because he couldn't be there for Franco in his time of need like Franco was for him. But we know hes in a better place now & we will continue to pray for the family & keep the remembrance alive!! Franco aka (Smiley) we love & miss you,
~Robbe, Jasmine~
~Dont'e Hernandez & Family~
Tom Adams
June 17, 2009
Harden Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. I feel extremely blessed to have had the opportunity to coach Franco, and to know him as a very special young man. I will always remember his big smile and his zest for life! He will be missed by all of us that shared the gridiron with him. A great teammate and a pleasure to coach!!
Coach Tom Adams
HFC Springfield South H.S.
1990 - 1997
Ebony Carter
June 17, 2009
June 17, 2009
To the Harden Family
My prayer's go out to you all. Franco was like a brother to me and uncle to my children, He will be greatly missed. Just know that he is in a better place and he will always be with you.
Marita, You are such a strong woman and I am so glad that God placed you and Franco back in one anothers life.I want you to know that he is and will ALWAYS be with you and those beautiful babies and trust me when I say that. We are sad that he is gone but he is in a better place and no longer will he have to to be in pain..
May God Bless You all
Love Ebony, Tavione, Tyaaron & Eyriona Arnold.
Kirk & Beth Keller
June 17, 2009
To the Harden family,
We love you and will continue to hold you up in prayer.
Azure Hickman
June 17, 2009
Marita I've known Franco since elementary school and he was always so caring and generous to everyone around him. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family. I am sorry for your loss. The lord will be there to guide you through your sadness and believe that Franco is in a better place!
Ashley Colvin
June 17, 2009
Marita,
I send my deepest sympathy. You are in my prayers.
I love you!!
Gerald Greene
June 17, 2009
Like many others I feel completely blessed to have had a personal relationship with Frank. It was because of Franks gracious invitations that my horizans were broadened. We shared international laughs and big life sites (Jamaica,Cancun,and Virgin Islands). I will continue to celebrate his life. I love you Frank and my prayers will continually be extended to the Harden Family.
Gerald (G.) Greene
Heidi (Hayes) Peters
June 17, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. Especially is wife & children.
Marquita Thomas
June 17, 2009
Marita you have my deepest sympathy and you are in my prayers. A life long friend Marquita
Dena Neal
June 17, 2009
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. WSUPD Officer Neal
Hayley Lewis
June 17, 2009
Though I only knew Franco for a short time he made a big impact on my life. He was a wonderful guy constantly smiling and a very caring individual. I grew up hearing stories of Bill and Franco because my grandfather Ray Lewis worked with bill for years. He is currently trying to to get into contact with the family to speak with Bill for he is very upset about the loss. My heart goes out to the family and again I'm so sorry for your loss.
Donita Cosey
June 17, 2009
The Harden Family,
My thoughts and prays go out to you. May God comfort your hearts threw this difficult time. Dion,sends his condulences he's very hurt that he is not able to be here. He said that him and Franco where very close and shared alot of great childhood,teenage and adult memorie's together. He said that he is honored that God blessed him with such a good friend.May God Bless you and your family! Dion,Nene&kids
James Fox
June 17, 2009
In the short time that I knew Franco I came to respect him as a collegue, father, community leader and friend. He was the kind of guy that made you want to be a better person, just being around him. You touched so many lives and you will be missed beyond belief! My thoughts and prayers are with your amazing wife and family. God Bless and we are all here for you!
Cindy Willis
June 17, 2009
Bill,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family through this most difficult time.
Ryan Glass
June 17, 2009
Franco was not only a great teammate and friend, but he was a exceptional person. One of my favorites that I had a chance to wear the same uniform with. I will never forget that laugh, and I will never forget Big Francis.
God Bless,
Ryan Glass
Yelvis & Ebony Parker
June 17, 2009
He has his wings and although we will miss him we know that he is in good care. We will always be there for you Marita,
Love The Parkers
Buddy & Jill Woods
June 17, 2009
Harden Family,
Please accept our deepest condolences for the loss of Franco, I can still see him on the bus;on the way to our football games trying to calm down the rowdy 7th grade boys; he was truly a great man and Heaven is blessed with a great angel! Sincerely, Buddy & Jill Woods and family
Carlos Walker
June 17, 2009
You will be missed Franco, we had alot of laughters,I will always remember the good times we had. Marita and family you are in my prayers.
God Bless
Carlos Walker
Tracey Youell
June 17, 2009
Marita,
You have my deepest sympathy. May God bless you during this time. Franco was a wonderful person & my last memories of him are when you & him came over to my house in Hampton. GOD will bring you peace and comfort and will watch over you as will Franco. Keep your trust in our heavenly father and he will guide you the rest of the way. May god bless you & I love you.
Tracey & Jahni
Alvin Cobb
June 17, 2009
You will never be forgotten Franco
June 17, 2009
I knew Franco through his father and found Franco to be a younger version of William. Always with a smile, and warm hello.
God is with all of you now to help you through a time that is difficult but you have one another to lean on and many that care about you.
Doreen Goodman and Family
Shanta Chilton
June 17, 2009
Franco was an exeptional person and will be greatly missed by everyone who has come into contact with him, even if they only knew him briefly. I will pray for the family to have strength through this time and know that he is in a better place.
Love, The Chilton Family (Ceasar,Pam,Nikki,RAY,Carma, Shanta,Hassan)
Dianne Ferguson
June 17, 2009
To the Harden-Lee Family:
My condolences to your family, please know that your lost is also our lost, and that you are all in our prayers. I will pray that God will keep you all during this very difficult time and the times that will follow as you deal with the lost of your son, father, husband.
June 17, 2009
To the Family,
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. My heart and prayers go out to you. Shaconii and Will remember all the good times you shared with your Franco, those memories will help you get through this.
Leann Yancey and Family
Toni Johns
June 17, 2009
Bev and the entire Harden family,
Please know that you are in our prayers and our hearts. We pray for comfort and strength in this difficult time. Lean on God to bring you through this.
June 17, 2009
To Marita:
Remember to look to the hills from whence cometh your help, ALL of your
help comes from the LORD. At this time of unbearable grief he will substain you and the children. You have come thru other trials and grief and he will
bring you thru this. Franco was an angel sent by God and was returned to his Father. I know you will miss him but hold your head up and keep Christ in your life. Love you. Aunt Teresa
Jimi T
June 17, 2009
He had a great life.
Beautiful wife, wonderful kids,loving family, and he was a great football coach. What a good guy Franco was on earth and now in heaven. Thanks for the Memories.
John Grayson
June 17, 2009
You have my deepest sympathy. May God bless you and keep you during this trying time.
Aquilla Portis
June 17, 2009
To the Harden family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I have known Franco for more than 15 years and it was always a pleasure to be around him. Franco was a wonderful man and a great friend to my brother (Michale). My son Kaelan grew fond of him during his summer visits, he always had wonderful things to say about him.
I know that this is an unbearable time and I pray that GOD gives you peace and comfort. Know that Franco is still with you and will always watch over you.
Praying for you,
Aquilla Portis and Family
Danita Jackson
June 17, 2009
To Marita, Bev, Will and the rest of the Harden Family,
It was such an honor to have known Franco. He had the most gentle spirit and warm smile. He was such a great friend and a great person, it just stands to reason that God would pluck him for His garden. He is going to be missed terribly.
Chuck, Danita, Tyrone Knight, Aleya Knight-Jackson, DeShawn Knight
Vicki Colvin
June 17, 2009
Marita,I am so sorry for the loss of Franco. No more pain and suffering. He's with our heavenly father.I can't be there with you, but you are in my prayers always.Love you.
Bonnie Dover
June 17, 2009
Harden family,
Know that people are praying for you and care about you. God bless and keep you through this period in your life.
Angela Hayes
June 17, 2009
To The Harden Family,
This is not a sad occasion, but a "Home Going Event". I thank the Lord for giving me the opportunity to know and love this Man, but his time has ended on this Earth. My condolences go out to the Family because Franco put up a hard and strong fight, but it was just his time to go. He is definitely in a better place and I am so thankful for that. May the family rejoice this occasion as a happy and "Home Going Event".... don't be sad because has gone to be with the Lord.
Love,
Angela Hayes & Family
Anita Scott
June 17, 2009
To the Harden Family our prayers go out to you all. Beverly you were our mothers dearest friend and we watched your children grow up from babies. We are so sorry for your loss and will continue to pray for your family. We send all our love to you! Lisa and Anita Jefferson!
June 17, 2009
Thoughts and prayers to your family.
-Montgomery County Adult Probation Department
Diana Tillman
June 17, 2009
To the Family our family wishes to give our condolences to you. Know he is in a happy place, with no more pain. He will be with you in sprit and his love for you will always be felt by you. Be strong for each other always, as his strength is in all of you. God Bless You all
Janet Russell
June 17, 2009
Dear Harden Family,
May you continue to feel comforted by the love of God and support of family and friends and know Franco is with the Lord and at peace for ever now.
Carnecia Walker
June 17, 2009
I would like to extend my condolences to the Harden family.
Joan Burbeck-Standard
June 17, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Rhealyn Richards
June 17, 2009
From the entire Avery gang, we will truly miss you Franco! It just seems like yesterday that we were all kids running up and down Damascus Ave.!! It was an honor and a blessing to know you. God is smiling on you because of the Christian legacy you have left behind to your family and friends.Our prayers are with you all, but most of all our love. God bless and keep you all!
Love The Avery/Richards/Thomas Families
DeAnna Harris-Brown
June 17, 2009
Family,
Know that Franco is with you forever and always. May God keep you and bless you.
Andrea Short
June 17, 2009
Marita I am sorry to hear about your loss my prayers go out to you and the entire family.
Jimbo Delawder
June 16, 2009
To a class act individual who I was lucky enough to know for more than 20 years. From pee wee football too the university grid-iron and our coaching days. But most of all an intelligent, thoughtful, and caring human being that always made us all feel a special bond and friendship when in his presence. A true friend who will be sadly missed by many but, never forgotten.
Wallace & Tiffany Brown
June 16, 2009
Harden Family,
Franco was truly an exceptional person. He will truly be missed and loved forever. He left everyone with great memories that will never be forgotten. He touched MANY of lives and always opened his heart to help anyone. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as the Lord gives you the strength to get through this difficult time. His kind spirit will always be missed and always remembered.
Love,
The Brown Family
John Waldren
June 16, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief. I hope that memories will comfort you and ease the pain of your loss.
Jason & Joanna Robinson/Perdue and family
June 16, 2009
To the entire Harden Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Marita, you are my family and I pray the Lord takes my cousins heart and leads you the direction in which you know is right.
Michele Ann
June 16, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Raymond James
June 16, 2009
To one of my oldest cousins and family. We love you guys and we well continue to pray for you. Just remember no more pain. The James Family
Danielle Victoria
June 16, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jeff Pickett
June 16, 2009
I cannot imagine the sorrow which you are currently facing. I am deeply saddened by the loss of Franco and he will be greatly missed. May God grant you peace and understanding during this difficult time. If there is anything the FOP Lodge or I can do for you, please do not hesitate to ask.
Ashlee Sousa
June 16, 2009
Harden Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God give you strength during this difficult time.
Warren Thomas
June 16, 2009
Franco was a great person and will truly be missed but will never be forgotten.
Warren Thomas
1994 Rosevelt MS Football Coach
Licking County Adult Court Services
June 16, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Debbie Kidd
June 16, 2009
Bev and family, My heart and prayers go out to you all. Franco was such a strong and determined man and he will truly be missed by our entire family. He was like a brother to my kids. I am going to miss the visits when he would stop by and sit on the porch and we would just talk about everything, even if Josh wasn't there.
Marita, I am so glad that you and Franco found each other again. You are truly a strong woman of God and thanks for sharing the journey with us, even when it was hard to write about. I love you guys and will continue to pray for the strength that you have shown from day one.
Al Davenport
June 16, 2009
Family,
My prayers go out to you as you deal with such a challenging task, i will continue to pray that you have the strength and courage to go on. Franco was definitely a angel.
AL (tugg) Davenport
Celeste Sparks
June 16, 2009
May God be with you all, in your time of need.
Tosha and June Brown
June 16, 2009
To the Harden Family,
It is hard to explain in words how much Franco will be missed, but know that God is going to take care of you all and that he was and always will be loved and missed by us all. I grew up with Franco and he always put a smile on everyones face that knew him. He was a very special person while he was here and now he is a very special angel in heaven. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of need. Marita continue to hold strong, it's going to be hard to continue life without your best friend but know that he is still with you and your family in your heart.
June 16, 2009
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
SHERYL WAKEFIELD
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