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Leon Franco Obituary
Leon J. FRANCO Leon J. Franco: Leon was born in Seattle on October 27th, 1919 to Jack and Victoria Franco. Leon had three brothers and a sister, Al, Bob, Sam and Betty. He graduated from Garfield High School. He married former wife Kay and had five children. Jack, Kathleen, Joe, Danny and Lee Ann. Leon and Marion were married in 1972. He loved her dearly and they traveled the world together. Leon had A&F food store on Queen Anne for many years. He was best known around the Pike Place Market, where he worked at both Hanson Brothers Fruit & Produce and later City Fish. Many remember him for his comedic rapport and outgoing charisma. He nick-named himself "Leon the Peon #1 Helper". Leon loved life and his family. His spirit will live on through his 3 step-children, 11 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, 4 step-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He will be dearly missed. Services will be Thursday, February 17th, 2011 at 1:00 P.M. at Butterworth Arthur A. Wright Chapel, 520 West Raye St. Seattle. A celebration of life will follow at the Ballard Elks. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to the City of Hope, Seattle.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Leann Kostek
February 23, 2011
We met Leon last summer, when my Mom moved in the AFH. Leon was convinced she was his childhood neighbor. She delighted in visiting and saying hello. Our dog Noodles would bring a smile to his face.
My Condolences to entire family.
Syd Smith
February 20, 2011
Leon was my good friend for over 50 years. I used to drop by the market on Queen Anne and to the Public Market. He'd always give me such a big smile and welcome that it made my day.
allan benezra
February 17, 2011
My condolences to the entire Franco family
I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Leon at a very young age.
he was one of the most friendly and congenial person you could ever meet.
His strong business sense and work ethic will have a long lasting impact on the many people he came in contact with.
Although I havent seen him in many years I stil have many fond memories of the times we worked together at pike place
Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary
February 17, 2011
Dear Marion and Family,
We wish to send each of you our supportive prayers as Leon, enters his eternal life. May you know his nearness always.
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Tammara Johnson
February 17, 2011
Kathleen please accept my sympathy for the loss of your father. My condolences and prayers to your entire family.
Mick Meyer
February 17, 2011
Leon was an honest, hard working guy. He always had a smile. Mick Meyer
February 16, 2011
Dan Please except our condolences, Clyde and Jadean Strickland, Walla Walla, WA.
Marlene Benoun
February 16, 2011
I'll remember Uncle Leon as a man who was kind, generous, inteligent, and had a wonderful sense of humor. My condolences to his entire family.
David Benoun
February 16, 2011
Cora, Joshua & I express our condolences.
robert and cheryl roman
February 16, 2011
Kathleen please accept our sympathy for the loss of your father.
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