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Jeffrey FRANCO Obituary

The Lord called Jeffrey Allan Franco, 56, of Roanoke, home on Friday, February 22, 2013. He was born on September 9, 1956, in Fort Carson, Colo., and later lived in Germany, Arizona, Kansas, and Missouri, before settling in the Roanoke Valley. Jeff was a 1974 graduate of Glenvar High School and later attended Virginia Tech. He was a loving son, brother, uncle, and friend who was adored by all who knew him. Jeff was the son of the late Paul Franco and is survived by his mother, Ruth Sayre Franco; his sister, Debra Franco; his brothers, Tim Franco and Steve Franco; his sister-in-law, Ann Lester Franco; his nephews, Garrison and Micah Franco; his niece, Aimee Condayan and her husband, Chris Condayan; his great-nephew, Strummer Condayan; and his great- niece, Polly Condayan.
Jeff was well respected for his many talents and acted as a manager for several area businesses including Kenny's Restaurant and Wood's Ace Home Center. Most recently Jeff served as the manager of Harwood Paints, and was also employed by the Brambleton Kroger. His great intellect, kind demeanor, and dry wit made him a favorite, especially among his many friends in the Grandin Village Community.
Visitation will be held at Lotz Funeral Home in Salem on Thursday, February 28, 2013, from 6 to 8 p.m. and a Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 1, 2013, at the Community Church, 901 Russell Drive, Salem, Va. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made to Harwood Paints for a special fund created by members of Grandin Village. Online condolences may be sent to www.lotzfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Lotz Salem Chapel, 540-389-9208.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Feb. 26 to Feb. 27, 2013.

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Amari Saint

March 13, 2013

I will miss you Jeff. My life is not the same without you.

Jeff Dick

March 9, 2013

I use to work with Jeff at Woods Ace Hardware. Jeff taught me so much and was one of most helpful and nicest person I have ever met. I am so sorry for your loss I am sending prayers up for his entire family. RIP buddy

March 2, 2013

ruthfranco and family thoughts and prayers with you from cora mullins davis rupert wv

Debbie Franco

March 2, 2013

Thank you all.

Amy Jo Wheeler

February 28, 2013

To the Franco Family: I am so sorry to hear about Jeff's passing. I own the holistic center across from Harwood Paints. Jeff helped me with my decision making with gallon after gallon of paint for the center as well as my home. He listened to my life stories. He was SO nice, patient, and always very helpful. He will truly be missed. My heart is with you during this time of grief.

Sincerely and with love,
Amy Jo Wheeler

Annie Fink

February 27, 2013

Ruth and family,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Please know I am keeping you and your family in my prayers. There are no words I can say to make the pain any less, so I will pray! God will sustain.

The Barfields

February 26, 2013

Steve, Ann, Garrison and Micah,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of Jeff. may God carry you through this tough time !!
Joel, Stacey and family

Alice & Mack Welford

February 26, 2013

Ruth, Debbie, Steve and family, we pray that each of you will feel God's comfort and presence in this sad time of Jeff's death.

February 26, 2013

Aunt Ruth, Tim, Debbie, Steve & Family,
We know that no words can help ease
the pain and loss that you are feeling right now. Please know that each of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
The John Franco Family
Janice, Rick, Judy, and Jackie

Shirley Sprouse

February 26, 2013

Ruth, Debbie, Steve, Ann, & Tim, so sorry for the unexpected passing of Jeff. May you find peace in Gods love. Prayers for all.

Erica Tingler

February 26, 2013

I am a colleague of Aimee and I know she loved her uncle deeply--may you feel the gain of having had him more than the loss of saying goodbye--peace be with you

Lynn Franco

February 26, 2013

So sad to see another family member go! My prayers and thoughts with you all!!!

Heather Foster

February 26, 2013

Debbie, so sorry to hear of your loss. May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time.

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