Frederick Joseph Franco

This is Fred's Graduation Pic. He wanted to be a singer so Mom took him to a "Stars of Tomorrow" contest and he won 2nd. (Notice what he wanted to be)

To the Franco Family I am deeply saddened by your loss, but just meeting him once I know he was funny and charismatic. His charm and personality was magnificent and he is and was a truly courageous person whom I will deeply miss. Freddie keep ur dads same spirit, because u r one in the same and 2 in a million...Much Love

Mary and family, I just saw this and wanted to send you my prayers, thoughts and love during this hard time. Fred was a very special person and he will be truly missed. God Bless you.

I have a lot of wonderful memories of FRED and the family.
from working in the sugarbeet fields to the Minatare high school years. God Bless you all.

My own father passed away when my son, Presten 13, was 18 months old. Presten started in the day care center at 2. Fred became a grandfather figure for him. Fred shared his love of golf with him. Took him to the driving range. Fred made a huge impact in our lives. We will miss him forever!! Presten ate a Mcdonalds cheeseburger in memory of Fred after the mass on Friday.

As I sit here and write this my eyes fill with tears and my heart fills with love. Uncle Fred you were one of the greatest man that I have ever known. You could bring the best out of anything and anyone. No matter how down I was in life, just your smile would make me lift my head and be proud of who I was. Your laughter would make me smile and your hug would make me feel loved. I am going to miss you Uncle, but I know you will taking care of us from above.
Love David

Aunt Mary ,Freddie and Anna Marie and family my thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God protect and comfort you all during this time. Uncle is now dancing in heaven with the Lord and saving a place for each and every one of us. Love you guys, Barbara Franco and kids

To the Franco Family
I have only fond memories of the Franco family. Mom and us kids used to pick them up to go to North Highland school. The Franco's were some of the finest people we knew. May God grant you peace.

Fred and family...you are in my heart and prayers in this time of sorrow..know that you are loved by many friends...Stella (Adele's aunt)

Mary - I met you at the Scottsbluff mall quite a few years ago. I was walking by when this man said,Carole Gross? I said yes wondering who was talking to me. Freddie said he recognized my voice as I walked by him, really quite amazing considering I had not seen him since high school. He was one great guy and I am so sorry for your loss. Carole Gross

I attended the mass today. It was a beautiful mass. Fred and Anna Marie did a great job showing how Fred Sr was loved and respected not only as a father but as husband, grandfather, teacher and member of the community. I'm honored to have known him. I will miss his welcoming smile. May you be comforted that he is now watching over you and be waiting with open arms as you join him in heaven someday

Mary and Franco Family,

May God be with you now as you mourn the loss of your dear husband and father. Peace be with you.

My prayers are with Mary and Kids. I met Fred in 1958. He lived with us for a year and Graduated from Melbeta in 1959. He was like a brother to me for that year and many years thereafter. When he came to see us after his time in Guam. He had a great heart and was always open to everyone. He helped Melbeta to many great memories with his athletic ability. I believe the team won the district tournament in 1959. He was either 1st or 2nd (I think he beat a kid from Dix) at the Nebraska State 880 yard run in Lincoln in 1959. I last saw Fred in 1995 at the Melbeta Reunion. Unfortunately, it was at the hospital. I also met his children then. There can be no one that can replace Fred in my heart. Grant Clark

Your father had such am amazing personality. Always made the best out of the situation. I learned a lot from him and life will be very different without him. I am sorry for your loss.

The Francos were a big part of my high school experience. When Mary became our cheerleading coach, my best friend and I nicknamed them Aunt Mary and Uncle Fred and they embraced us with their love.

So glad I got to meet Fred. The time spent with all of you is one of my most cherished memories. He was happy, joyful, and full of love, which makes me sorrowful for his family, for I know that love will be missed. To the family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you.

Franco Family...
I am so sorry and my family will miss Fred deeply. Both Fred & Mary have been such dear friends to us for several years. I met you both working for the Head Start Program and loved you right away! He was so proud of his family. We will miss our conversations about the Nebraska Corn Huskers games and all of the children dear to you in your daycare. You will be forever in our hearts & prayers and will always be just a phone call away.

One of our fondest memories from Susanville was meeting and getting to know, respect, and love the entire Franco family. If you ever walked away from Fred not knowing and liking him, it was your own fault as he really didn't know a stranger. "Robust," in all aspects of his life, is my best one-word description and definition of Fred. Our prayers for all of you during this sad and difficult time.

My fondest memories are from them living in Montclair. He was always upbeat, happy, full of smiles, his laughter bellowed through their house and always welcomed you with open arms. My deepest thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time and always. Love Brigitte Balderas and Family

Sorry for your loss Freddie, It seems like you had a wonderful dad and he had a full life with you all. My payers are with you and your family, god bless you all.

I will miss Fred's Sr. smile and hugs. He made me feel like I was his family. I love you all and I am here for you. Take care of each other. He will forever be your guardian angel.

I was blessed to have known such a loving and caring soul. May God continue to bless you and your family. I know you are watching over everyone who loves you.

Sending our deepest condolences. May the memories made with Great-Uncle Fred live in each of your hearts. He was truley one of a kind and will be missed by all who knew him.

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

SENDING OUR MOST DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY AND RELATIVES. KNOWING FRED AS LONG AS WE HAVE, SEEMS LIKE WE HAVE BECOME "RELATED" MARY, MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU. WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD WITH YOU ALL. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. LOVE AND HUGS. MARY JANE AND DON

Fred, I know my story is one of many. Those who knew you on a casual basis, but were always eager to see your smile, experience your positive spirit and give and receive a hug. Prayers for Mary and the rest of your family. Seeing of your passing brought a rush of emotions and a burst of tears, for the loss of the man you were to us here. You will be missed so much.

Uncle, you will be missed,We will remember your gift of humor, your love of nebraska football,and the love you have for all of us.We love you aunt Mary, Freddie, Anna Marie, and family GOD BLESS!!!!! Love, Dorothy,Raj,and brother Tom Cruz