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John Francisco Obituary
December 12, 1941 - November 11, 2024
Carmichael, California - John Samuel Francisco, 82, passed away on November 11, 2024, in Carmichael, CA. Born on December 12, 1941, John was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a respected member of his community.
John's early education was at Holy Spirit in Sacramento, followed by attending Christian Brothers and graduating from Bishop Armstrong High School in 1959. He furthered his education at Sacramento City College. John dedicated 38 years to his career as a plumber and pipefitter with Local 447, where he also served as an instructor for apprentice training in medical gas installation.
A man of deep familial love and strong opinions, John cherished the moments he spent with his beloved wife, Barbara Francisco, whom he married in 1962 after meeting in 1960. He was a supportive father to his daughters, Kari Francisco and Marni Cady, and took great joy in coaching softball and attending the various sports and activities of his grandchildren, Mateo, Nina, Mitchell, and Spencer.
John's hobbies included traveling, golfing, and enjoying great food and drinks with friends and family. He was also a generous 30-gallon donor at the local blood bank, reflecting his giving spirit.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara, daughters Kari Francisco (Steve Litras) and Marni Cady (Brad), grandchildren Mateo, Nina, Mitchell, and Spencer, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family extends special thanks to their neighbor Amy for her unwavering support.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at East Lawn on Greenback Lane in Sacramento, followed by a private burial. A reception will take place at 1:30 p.m. at the UA Local 447 Hall, 5841 Newman Ct, Sacramento, CA 95819.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children Northern California, honoring John's compassionate legacy.
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Alan and Nancy Haycock
November 23, 2024
If you were to look up the word "caring" in the dictionary you would know what kind of a man John was. He was a great guy who would do what he could to help someone out.
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Doug and Candy Artemenko
November 21, 2024
John is the man men wanted to be. He was smart, handsome, energetic and articulate. He was a steller provider to his family and community. Wildflower Circle was created, in part, by his hands. John could do almost anything and expected others to be useful, too. His will was unbreakable to the end. John's greatest gift is having a wife like Barbara, equal to him in all ways. Rest in peace, John, till we meet again. Doug and Candy
Julie West
November 18, 2024
Barbara and family- What a great picture and tribute. I am so glad we met at Karate and stayed close even after Mitchel quit. I loved our annual Christmas Breakfasts, i just wish we had one more :( Payton and I will miss you "grandpa John" as we called him. we love you and sending prayers. My heart is breaking.
Cousins Vince, Patti & family
November 15, 2024
Dearest cousins, A beautiful tribute. Our love and hugs to all of you. We had wonderful times on our trips and our visits. We will keep the memories in our hearts. John will truly be missed. We love you all very much
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