Jason Franco Obituary

To his mom, Guadalupe, Mrs. Franco , I have something I wish to give to you. Please contact me if you see this.
LCPL Robillard , USMC
HMH-475, `03-`08
(714) 679-5891

Went to see you today. Happy early birthday. All of us always think about you and your family all the time.

Hey Franco,
We think about you and your family daily and we will see you again one day.

Always in my heart nephew. May the Lord embrace you. Love you and miss you.

In memory & honor of Jason. Gone far too soon, but never forgotten.

Happy Birthday! Even though you are not with us in body I know you are watching over your family right now. We miss you.

Another year has passed but you still live on in our hearts.

The last few months of every year is difficult but I must always remember that God missed you more so he brought you home early. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I know you watch over them as lovingly as they watched you.

Not a day goes without having your family in my prayers. PFC Jason Franco your time on this earth will never be forgotten and my family will always remember you.

Left you some Lillies. Happy early birthday.

Your birthday is coming up soon and I wish I could give you a hug and tell you happy 24th. I will be going to Riverside this weekend just to see before everyone gets on the road. We miss you very much and I wish it was me instead of you.

To the family and friends of Pfc. Jason Franco:
Please accept my remembrance of Jason on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

We still think about you and miss you everyday. I know when God calls we must go, I am just still sad that he called you so soon. We were lucky to have known you for the time we did, thank you for being you and making sure I was okay before you left.

To the family and friends of Pfc. Jason Franco:
Remembering Jason on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Prayer for Peace

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;
Where there is hatred, let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is doubt, faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, joy.

O Divine Master,
Grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love;
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to eternal life.

Amen

I would like to say that I knew Franco for a couple of months in mississippi. We were roomed right next to eachother and he kept my spirits up. Ones of the greatest men ive known in my 22 years of existence. I wound up getting discharged before he went back to california. Ill miss him and never forget when I got the call from a fellow marine. Semper fi my brother ill miss you.

PFC O'Neill USMC

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Sincerely,
Kenna

A la familia de Pfc. Jason Franco:
Deseo expresarles mis más sinceras condolencias por la pérdida de su ser querido, Jason. Aunque ha pasado algún tiempo de su fallecimiento, el dolor y el vacio siempre quedan y es por eso que quiero compartir con ustedes la esperanza que nos da Dios para el futuro.
La Biblia en Juan 11:25 contiene lo que dijo Jesús cuando estuvo en la tierra: ““Yo soy la resurrección y la vida. El que ejerce fe en mí, aunque muera, llegará a vivir.”“ ¡Que alegría nos da saber que muy pronto los que se han dormido en la muerte se levantaran de nuevo y volverán a la vida!
Podemos tener la plena seguridad de que habrá una resurrección aquí en la tierra ya que Jehová Dios lo ha prometido en su palabra la Biblia, y le ha dado el poder a Cristo Jesús para que lo efectúe. Tal como dice Juan 5: 21, 28, 29: “Así como el Padre levanta a los muertos y los vivifica, así el Hijo también vivifica a los que él quiere. […] No se maravillen de esto, porque viene la hora en que todos los que están en las tumbas conmemorativas oirán su voz [la de Jesús] y saldrán”.
Sinceramente espero que estas citas bíblicas les sirvan de consuelo y ánimo ante la pérdida de Jason.
Atentamente,
Ana Méndez

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.


The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”


I did not know Jason, but I am remembering
his service and sacrifice. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008


The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol



Sincerely,

Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

To the family of Pfc. Jason Franco:
Jason gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

i wish i knew why jason... i wish i was there before it happend,

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Pfc Franco!

Jason I miss you so much son but I know we will see each ather again soon.
"SEE YOU IN THE STARS"

Dr. Franco Family,

This is Cpl Jonathan Freise. I was Jason's roomate at school in Meridian, MS. I would like to convey my condolences to you and the rest of your family on your loss. Jason was a wonderful guy, and is sorely missed by all who knew him.

There is nothing that I can say or do to take away the pain or bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer you and your family my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.

Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.

I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON, a dear family friend who joined the Army with three other friends, one of whom is my son (Le Ron was killed in action on 07/06/07 at the age of 18) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.

REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!

PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Currently stationed in Germany
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)

I had the pleasure of knowing your son Franco. We attended MOS school together. He was a lively Marine, full of laughter and jokes. My sincerest sympathies goes out to your family.

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Pfc Franco and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!

EVEN THOUGH WE HAVE NEVER MET I FEEL AS IF WE ARE A PART OF A FAMILY, IT IS MY PRAYER THAT YOU WILL FEEL GOD HOLDING YOU CLOSE TO HIS HEART AS HE HAS HELD MY FAMILA TOGETHER.GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF SORROW.

my condolence to the family , his memory will not forgotten , may your soul will rest in peace with god .

God Bless Jason and his family.A true American hero.

MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS. I HAVE JUST LEARNED OF YOUR GREAT LOSS AND WISH TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. PLEASE KNOW THAT THERE ARE PEOPLE OUT HERE WHO DO CARE. HOLD TIGHT TO YOUR TREASURED MEMORIES THAT HIS SPECIAL SMILE MAY CONTINUE TO SHINE. I PRAY THAT PEACE WILL FIND YOU ALL SOMEDAY. GODSPEED AND SEMPER FI.

A PROUD MARINE MOM

“Paid in Full”
In Honor of The War Against Terrorism’s Fallen and Injured Marines


Marines through and through, they paid the price
Six thousand miles away, we live the life
For which they paid with their blood, spirits and bodies
We will never forget what they paid in full

We hope and we pray that somehow their loved ones find comfort
In God, in the flag, in the memory of their loved ones’ bravery
They’re gone now but we see them still…proud, strong, willing
Covering each other’s backs… courageous, moving forward

What kind of love did they have for us to be willing
To give it all for the Black, White, Jew, Christian, Muslim?
We don’t comprehend but we honor you now and forever
You are Our Marines…some living…some not
Forever in our minds we will cherish your lives

Lives too short yet immortal they’ll be
Highest brotherhood of the few, the proud
They stand at attention, and we gaze with awe
Some know their names not, but our admiration for them
Flows limitless within us, between us

They sacrificed their limbs or their lives
Freedom still rings, a soft sound across the miles
It tolls slowly; all of creation takes note
Of the lives that were lost for people unknown

Out of sight but not lost; forever among us
The starched blues marching straight
Toward the place where we will meet them
Many years from now…how we loved them…
Well done beloved Brothers and Sisters…You’ve paid it in full
Always Faithful Marines, You Have Paid it in Full

My heartfelt sympathy to the Franco family in the loss of Jason. I did not know Jason, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Jason you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~

Jason you are my hero!!!! Hope you are happy where you are young man!Miss u lot!!!!

Dear Franco Family,
Even though we have never met I feel as if we are a part of a "family". My daughter's fiancee was killed by an IED in Iraq on Oct. 3, 2005. It is my prayer that you will feel God holding close to His heart as He has held my family this past year. May you know His peace and comfort as you face the difficult days ahead.

Pfc. Jason Franco, one of the few, the proud, a MARINE, thank you for laying down your life for us. My deepest and most heartfelt condolences go out to the Franco family, friends, and loved ones. I was saddened to hear of your loss. Know that your hero continues, and always will, watch and protect over you. I have a 19 yr. old brother who is also a Marine and Lance Cpl., deployed in Iraq now, and just how our prayers and blessings are always with him, may they always be with your Marine. May God bless you and let all memories of him help comfort your family.
Proud sister of a U.S Marine

I am Jasons cousin, I really don't know how to express my feelings for my cousins loss, it is a unbearable heartache. The only thing we have when someone passes is memories, I remember when Jason and I used to skateboard at my house in Mission Viejo we used to get so excited when we "Ollied" over 2 skateboards stacked together, we thought we were so pro. It's unbelievable how time flies and how people change, you think back to these memories and you just want to grasp every moment from the time we set foot on that skateboard till the time I waved Jason goodbye when my aunt picked him up. I will always remember my cousin there has not been one day that has passed that I have not thought of him. Jason will always be in my mind and heart till the last breath I take. R.I.P. Pfc Jason Franco.


I love you Jason.

"Greater love has no man than this, that a man lay down his life" John 15:13. How I wish I'd had the privilege of knowing your brave Jason. I grieve your loss and am humbly, unspeakably grateful for his sacrifice. Your entire family has my prayers not only today as do all the selfess, honorable, courageous men and women serving this country. May God strengthen their loved ones and bless and comfort your family and all those who mourn Jason's memory.

Genaro,
It is in this time of grief and mourning that we look back to just how much of a hero Jason was. Not just as a Marine, but as a brother, a son, and a friend. I was truly touched by how many people were there to grieve, not only for your family, but for themselves. You and your family are truly blessed by all of the people that Jason touched in his short time here on earth. I can only imagine the pain you and your family are going through and hope that you and yours will find comfort in the fact that Jason died doing what he was called to do. Please accept my sincere condolences. Your son is a true American Hero.

My heartfelt sympathies to your family. My heart breaks with each new name added to this list, and I am saddened by your loss. Know that you are surrounded by prayers, grace and the deep gratitude of all who live in freedom. My God hold you in his arms and grant you peace. Please find joy in the memories of your loved one and comfort knowing so many are holding you in their hearts. We are the land of the free because of the brave.

To Jason's family and friends-
My family and I are praying for you and your family during this difficult time. We send our deepest empathy as we lost our Marine on 11/30/05 in Fallujah. We are comforted to know that our Marines are serving their country with such honor and bravery. We are so proud of our Marines and all of our other service men and women for all that they have done and continue to do to keep us safe and to give us the freedom we have that so many take for granted.
They are true Heroes and need to always be remembered for their selflessness and sacrifice to better our world. We will forever be united in the loss of our heros. We are so sorry for your loss and hope our words will ease some of the pain, and maybe fill some of your emptiness.
Yesterday, Today, Forever – Semper Fi - Marines!
Our sincerest gratitude for their bravery-
The family of Cpl. William "Billy" Taylor
2/6 WPNS
KIA outside of Fallujah 11/30/05

I am jasons ex girlfriend Alicia. Jason was my first love. i have so may fond memories and love for him. his smile will forever be etched in my thoughts. i want to let his family know that i love them and i will never forget them. as for Jason " i love you and miss you. you will never be forgotten. always in my heart and in thoughts." REST IN PEACE MARINE. 12/30/87-10/31/06

Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of your Hero, and my sincere thanks for his service. May God grant you peace.

The Land of the Free, Because of the Brave

In memory of PFC Chase Edwards, USMC
KIA 4-6-06, Iraq

Jason and I went to prom our junior year at Santiago. I now live in New York, but recieved a call about Jason's sudden death. I just want to let his family know they are in my prayers and that their son was an amazing man. When I knew him, he was always a gentleman and always made me laugh. We had a great time dancing the night away at prom and I am glad to say that I knew Jason and got to experience that memory with him. I was in shock when I heard the horrible news. He is a hero in my book and always will be. He was taken too soon, but I know he is in a better place. He is looking down on everyone. I remember him talking about his family, you could tell he had such love for them. Well...all i can say in closing is that he was a brave man and will not be forgotten. He was not only serving his country, but for us- the American people.

Franco my deepest sympathy in your loss.You,Soto and I were all Marines and as we are Marines for life we all will remember Jason till the end of our days. Ill keep in touch lots of love to you and your family.

Please accept the condolences of this Marine family. We will honor Jason and his sacrifice by remembering him in our prayers of thanksgiving, and will keep his loved ones in our prayers that you find peace and comfort in the Lord. Semper Fi.

I have no idea where to start.... Jason was my cousin but the family is so close that we all see eachother as brothers! I want to thank all of those who care so much for my brother and who took time to get to know this amazing person. I remember growing up with Jason, i was always at his house! Every weekend was the best cuz i knew i was going to see him and his younger brother, kristian. i have so many memories and its the only thing that keeps me going. we will never forget him, let him rest in peace! I LOVE YOU JASON!

P.S. Funeral arrangements have been set for Pfc. Jason Franco, who died Tuesday in Iraq.

The 18-year-old was the seventh Inland man to die in October in the Iraq war.

The viewing will be held before the service from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday at Crossroads Church, 2331 Kellogg Ave., Corona.

The service will follow from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the church.

Following the service, Franco's body will be interred with military honors at Riverside National Cemetery, 22495 Van Buren Blvd., near the March Air Reserve Base.

Franco is survived by his parents, Genaro and Guadalupe Franco; his brother, Kristian, 14; and his sister, Kuuielani, 12.

Dear Franco family,
We are deeply and profoundly saddened by the loss of your son Jason. We can only imagine your grief and sorrow. Your son is a hero and his courage to defend and protect all of us will never be forgotten.
Although we have never met Jason, we have had the pleasure of knowing your younger son, a fine young man to be sure. Please know that you all are in our prayers.
In His love and tender mercy,
The Hoklotubbe family

I'm so glad that jason died doing what he loved doing, serving his country. I'm great friends with jasons younger brother Kristian and just thinking about his brother dieing makes me extremely sad. I've spent so many hours crying with my friends over the loss of jason, and how Kristian is handling it

love,
melissa lee

I love you Jason. Our family will never be complete without you.

I CANT BELIVE U HAD TO GO YOU WERE ALWAYS A GOOD PERSON AND A GOOD FRIEND YOUR GOING TO BE AN EXAMPLE FOR ME AND EVRYONE THAT KNEW YOU YOUR ALWAYS GOING TO BE REMEMBERED
JAVIER SOLIS

Jsaon.. Its so hard to even think that you're actually gone.. I never thought that i would feel things way.. I always thought that i would always get to see you again. But I know that you will read this from wherever you are.. so i just want to tell you that you're my hero. As well as you are to your family and loved ones. I will always miss the good times.You were and are such a great guy. And will forever live in our hearts. My heart goes out to The Franco family and to those that were close to him. Jason.. You will always be remebered. I miss you..

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, my heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family at this most trying time....
Mother of a United States Marine

To the Family of Pfc. Jason Franco:
I will stand in grief with this soldier's family to honor him. For every fallen HERO there is a bright star that shines in the evening sky to remind us of the cherished gift we were given – even if for too short a time.
My heart breaks again as I sign yet another guest book of another courageous young soldier who gave their life so selflessly. I wish I never found myself in a position to have to sign another guestbook for the rest of my life, but I promised Brent that neither he nor any like him would be forgotten and so I will continue until the day there is no longer the need.
We lost our son SFC Brent A. Adams on 12/1/05 and it seems like yesterday. I wish so badly there were things I could say to you right now to make the pain you are feeling go away, but I know first hand there simply are no words that will bring you the comfort and peace your heart aches for. Just know that you are not alone. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with you all as you go through this tragedy moment by moment and as you mourn this loss.
We don't know each other, will probably never meet, but will forever be united in the loss of our Heroes. We have, unfortunately joined a group none of us wanted to join, an ever-growing group of families in this situation. May God grant you peace and strength to get through this and be able once again to smile at a memory rather than have only the tears that flow so easily now. To be so proud of your loved one and so saddened at the same time is a mix of emotions very difficult to deal with as our hearts both burst with pride and pain together.
I am sorry that I never knew your soldier personally. While they can never be replaced, neither will they ever be forgotten. You must trust that sometime, someday the loving memories you have will help to sustain you and help you go on. This courageous soldier will forever be your Angel watching over you all for the rest of your lives. It's what brings me some measure of peace and comfort and I hope it will you as well.
To his family and friends in pain, I offer this comfort: When you find yourself in that dark sorrowful place, think not only of how you will miss him, but instead recall the years, days, hours and minutes gifted to you by his presence. The one thing that cannot be taken from you is your wonderful memories that now will mean more than ever.
If you ever want to talk, I'm only an e:mail away and would love for you to tell me more about your Hero.
God Bless this soldier and family who gave all and God Bless legacy.com for setting up this site where families can so quickly share their condolences and prayers with others like themselves.
Proud Parents of SFC Brent A. Adams, KIA, 12/1/05, Ramadi, Iraq
Pam and Bill Adams, Lancaster, PA

Pfc. Jason Franco
you are my hero
may god keep you in his arms forever.

Please accept our family’s heartfelt sympathy for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Marine Parents of
LCPL Craig Robidoux &
LCPL Derek Robidoux,

My condolences to the Franco family, we share your great loss. Our prayers are with you. Pfc. Franco thank you for making the ultimate sacrifice for our nation, you will never be forgotten, you are an American Hero.

Rest easy, sleep well.
Others have taken up where you fell, the line has held
Peace, peace, and farewell..."

Jack Colnot and Family
(Sgt. Kyle A. Colnot, KIA 22 April 2006, Iraq)
email [email protected]
San Antonio, Texas

Please know that I am deeply sorry for the loss of Pfc. Jason Franco,
As a parent, who has lost a daughter suddenly,
and as a sister, who has lost a brother to war,
I am aware of the deep and devastating pain that you are experiencing.
The overwhelming heartache, seems to surface through our shock, as the time passes.
Please hang on to your Faith and know that you will get through this.
Ever so softly and slowly, time does heal.
May Jason, Rest Safely, in the Mighty Arms of God
and know that he WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN.
I pray that God's Loving Comfort and Grace
will be with you and your family.
I am the sister, of such a Young Hero,
who made the Ultimate Sacrifice in Vietnam, many years ago.

Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee.
Psalm 55:22

With each new day, may the Lord restore your soul and, through His love, give you the strength to go on.

In recognition of Pfc. Jason Franco's Honorable Service in the United States Marine Corps, the Tri-Cities Tennessee, Detachment Number 969 of the Marine Corps League would like to extend our appreciation and gratitude for his service to God, Country and Corps as well as our sincere condolences to his family.

SEMPER FIDELIS

Don Elseroad
Junior Vice Commandant
MCL Detachment #969