James-Francisco-Obituary

James Lee Francisco

Derby, Kansas

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DIED
September 1, 2018
LOCATION
Derby, Kansas
CHARITY
Alzheimer's Association

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MULVANE-Francisco, James Lee Age 80, former State of Kansas Lieutenant Governor and former State Legislator, passed away Saturday, September 1, 2018. Visitation 1-8 pm Friday, September 7, with family receiving friends 5-7 pm, Smith Mortuary, 1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby. Funeral service 10 am...

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I worked with Jim many years ago at Beech Aircraft. Loved our conversations and the pleasure of working with him. He was a wonderful dedicated servant to the State of Kansas. Julia, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this time.

Dear Francisco family,

I had the pleasure of meeting Kenny with Paul and Wilma while working at SRS many years ago. They were so kind and genuine all three of them that I always held them in my mind fondly. Then while working for the county appraiser's office and measuring houses, I knocked on a door and who answers from Jim. He was so kind and inviting even asking me to come in and asked me to sit down and rest and have a cup of coffee. While we didn't talk very long, I remember...

My thoughts and prayers to Julia and Jenny !

Jim and His brother Kenny were good to me and those I took to Topeka often. They allowed them to page and many had a great time learning about the way things are done in the House and in the Senate of Kansas. All of the kids I took did grow up to be great and do great things and Jim was a huge part of their experience he was a truly good guy!

Julia and family, my heart is heavy after seeing the news tonight. Jim was always the bright spot in the office where his laughter was constant. He was a good man that cared so much about everyone he knew. I am so sorry for your loss.

Beach, Roatan, Honduras -- January, 1999

Max & I cherished the Fransciscos, as neighbors in Topeka and as traveling companions. I have many fond memories of our time together. Max passed in Apr. 2017. I'm hoping he and Jim are having a reunion NOW in the Beyond. I'm grieving, and am thinking of you at this difficult time, Julia.

Julia, Jim was such a great man...Doug thought the world of him. I lost Doug October 2012 to cancer, so I think there will be a big party in heaven. RIP Jim...

Brenda, Jimmy, Debbie, Jerry and other family members, I am sorry for your loss. I have such wonderful memories of us all growing up together on N. First Street. Our doors were never locked and we would always just come and go into each other's houses! I pray you all can find strength and comfort in your journey of loss. It sounds like you were all able to be with your Dad at the end. I'm am sure this was of great comfort to him. Hugs, Carlene (Howard) Mansfield

To my cousins please know I love you and wish I could hold you all to comfort you. Uncle Jim was a good man. He was so kind and friendly and always had a smile on his face. That is how I will forever remember him. May God give you the comfort you need always. I wish i could be there. Take care, love you all... Belinda