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1953
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2025
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John Francisco Obituary
Jack was a lifelong resident and native of Augusta, Georgia. He served over 41 years with Richmond County Sheriff's Department. Jack lived and breathed for his work at the sheriff's department and worked alongside of his father prior to his death. Everything he did was for his family and community. He was a tireless provider and comfort to his loved ones and his absence will be felt immensely.
Surviving family members include his children: John Louis Francisco III, Jackelyn Leigh Francisco, Christina Viola Francisco and extended family members. Jack was preceded in death by his father: John Louis Francisco, Sr. and mother: Viola Shaw Francisco and brother: Frank A. "Tony" Francisco.
A graveside service will be held Friday, January 24, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. at Westover Memorial Park. The family will visit with guests following the service at the graveside. Honorary pallbearers will be the Richmond County Sheriff's Department and John Louis Francisco III.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Georgia Chapter of Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) https://www.gacops.org/donate
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Marguerite Patterson
January 27, 2025
Good man you rest Francisco I have nothing but respect for you because that´s what you´ve always shown for everyone you´ve encountered
Ricky Youngblood
January 23, 2025
Jack was a good man and one of the best police officers I have ever known,he would help you and advise you on just about everything, he pulled me out of the fire several times in my life and I considered him a good friend. Richard Youngblood
Frankie McDonald Rushton
January 23, 2025
I have known Jack for so many years, not only was he a great law officer, he was a great person. So sorry to hear of his death. RIP sweet friend
Marion B Butler
January 23, 2025
So sorry for the loss of Jackie. Lifelong friend and neighbor.
-Marion, Anna, & Adam Butler
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