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Joseph Franco Obituary

FRANCO, Joseph (Joey) P. -- entered into rest San Jose, CA March 1, 2003. Beloved husband of the late Florence Franco. Loving father of Joy Belli and husband Leland, and Kathleen Jalalian and husband Valy. Devoted papa of Joseph, Leland Jr., Joylyn. Lizabeth, Joey and Valy. Dearest great papa of Ryan, Joseph and Mia. Dear brother of Rosetta Facchino. Loved brother-in-law of Edward and Eleanor Prandi, Alfred and Madelyn Benzo and the late Ted and Enes Mancuso. Survived by numerous nieces and nephews. A native of Italy. Age 91. A member of Rotary of S.J. Friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass on Thursday, March 6, 2003 at 9:15 a.m. at St. Christopher's Catholic Church, Booksin at Curtner Ave., San Jose. Interment to follow at Santa Clara Mission Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to El Camino Hospital Foundation, 2500 Grant Rd., Mt. View, CA 94040, Pathways Hospice, 201 San Antonio Circle, Suite 135, Mt. View, 94040 and/or Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County, 2625 Zanker Rd., SJ 95131. LIMA FAMILY ERICKSON MEMORIAL CHAsPEL serving the family.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Mar. 4, 2003.

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Kathy Corbal

March 24, 2003

Dear Kathleen, Joey, & Valy,

Your father/grandfather was a friendly, kind, generous man with a heartwarming smile. Joyfully his legacy lives on in his PW Supermarkets.

With sympathy & Love,

Kathy & Kristen Corbal

DOUG KELLER

March 15, 2003

MAY THE GOOD LOARD KEEP AND BLESS HIM FOR EVER

Mike McMaster

March 6, 2003

My condolances to the Belli/Franco family. Mr Franco passed on alot of knowledge to myself that I use everyday in business. You have my deepest sympathy and are in my thoughts and prayers

Michael Urata

March 6, 2003

My thaughts and prayers are with the Franco family. I remember shopping at P.W. #3 when i was a kid and continuing to as an adult. And most receintly, Filling Joey and Florence's prescriptions at Santa Clara Drug (until moving to the sacramento area) God bless you all...a legend has left us but, the memories live on.

Don Slaugenhaupt

March 6, 2003

My condolences to the Belli, Jalalian family. Your Mom and Dad were a wonderful couple. I will remember them both, him for the Opportunity to know and work for him. And remembering your Mom ,for her Always having a smile every time i would greeted her.

Brian and Kathy Barrera

March 5, 2003

To the Frano, Belli,and Jalalian familiy. Mr. and Mrs. Franco were a great influence in my life, and your families kindness will never be forgotten. You have our deepest sympathy and are in our thoughts and prayers.

Raymond and Charlene Gioiosa

March 5, 2003

Raymond Gioiosa and family would like to express their sincere condolences to the Franco/Belli family.

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