Francisco Javier Avalos

Francisco Javier Avalos obituary, Oceanside, CA

Francisco Javier Avalos

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Francisco Avalos Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by East County Mortuary & Cremation Service on Feb. 23, 2026.
Francisco "Frank" Avalos

December 1, 1960 – February 10, 2026

Francisco "Frank" Avalos, 65, of Oceanside, California, passed away on February 10,

2026.

He was born on December 1, 1960, in San Antonio, Texas, to Maria Avalos. He joined

the United States Marine Corps and served honorably for many years, earning multiple

awards and commendations. After retiring from active duty in 1999, he continued his

career in Government Service at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego for 14

additional years.

In 1982, he married Lisa Riechers, and together they built a family. Frank was a

dedicated father and grandfather who valued time spent with his children and

grandchildren.

He is survived by his children, Adam, Jason, Kierstin, and Michael; his son-in-law,

Adrian; his daughter-in-law, Mariah; his grandchildren, Kamila, Adrian, and Luke; and

his sister, Virginia.

Services with full military honors will be held on March 2, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. at Miramar

National Cemetery.

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Upcoming Events

Mar

2

Interment

2:30 p.m.

Miramar National Cemetery 5795 Nobel Dr, San Diego, CA 92122

Address Not Available

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