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Francis Ladue Obituary
Arthur Ladue Jr.
SANTA ROSA, TX.-
Francis ``Frank'Arthur Ladue Jr., 63, passed away Sunday, January 9, 2011 in Solara Hospital in Harlingen. Frank was born on March 7, 1947 in Boston, Mass. To Francis Arthur Ladue Sr. and Marian Matthews Ladue.
Frank was a veteran in U.S. Navy, having served during the Vietnam War. Frank was a member of the Santa Rosa Fire Department. Frank had a passion for animals and was very involved with the Tip of Texas K9 Rescue; and foster care for over 150 animals.
He is survived by his loving wife, Joan Ladue; son, Nick Tran Ladue; daughters, Susie Santos and Mari Valdez; brother, John Ladue; sisters, Jean Eckman and Nancy Reynolds; and six grandchildren, Michael Tran, Jimmy Tran, Maranda Hernandez, Alberta Coral Hernandez, Yasmine Hernandez, and Steven Valdez.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, January 13, 2011 at 2:00 pm in Heavenly Grace Chapel with Reverend Chris Hall officiating. Burial will follow in Heavenly Grace Memorial Park with full military honors by American Legion Post #205 and V.F. W. Post #2410 and honors by Santa Rosa Fire Department.
Pallbearers will be Amanie Diaz, John Diaz Jr., Carlos La Guinas, Humberto Castaneda, Javier Florencia, Tony Sanchez, and Cody Perez.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Tip of Texas K9 Rescue or Santa Rosa Fire Department.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Heavenly Grace Funeral Home and Crematory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Francis Ladue
Dave Bonneville
February 3, 2011
Dear Joan,
So sorry to hear about Frankie passin. He's is in good hands, Dad is there to take him in and lead him. His pain is gone but never will Frankie be gone from our hearts and thoughts.
Dave and Barb
Jeannette Ladue
January 20, 2011
Aunt Joan,
There is nothing I can say that will ease your pain. I always remember Uncle Frank as a big teddybear. A terrible accident that took away a huge heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
John and Ricarda Ladue
January 18, 2011
We were very saddened to hear of Frank's accident and even more so to hear of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stephen and Loris Los
January 17, 2011
Frank stood up as an usher for our wedding some 49 years ago. We are saddened to learn of his passing. Our thoughts and Prayers are of Frank and all his family.
GOD BLESS
Stephen and Loris Los
Nancy Reynolds
January 16, 2011
In loving memory of my big brother, I will always remember the "good old days". Always thinking of you fondly and with much love. Nancy
Diane Davis Barstow
January 12, 2011
Dear Joan,
Our hearts are broken and ache for you. Frank was so special to us. We have such fond memories of him over the years. We love you both as family and wish we were there with you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With Love,
Mary, Diane, Cindy, and Tammy
Tim Theys
January 12, 2011
I take my hat off to a the big man named Frank, who was always ready to give a helping hand,and never had a bad thing to say about nobody.
Rest easy my friend
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