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Bruce E. Francisco
Age 81, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, August 21, 2017 while surrounded by his family and friends. Born in Canandaigua, NY July 20, 1936, to the late Thelma Volino, Bruce is survived by his children: sons, Edward (Pam) Francisco of Elmira, NY; Rocky Francisco of Florida; daughter, Carlene (Ron) Braster of Pine City, NY; seven grandchildren, several great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and his church family. His son, Leroy Francisco and his three sisters preceded him in death. Bruce was a longtime resident of Elmira and worked at the Pepsi Cola Company for many years. Bruce was also a faithful member of Elmira Christian Center. Family and friends are invited to gather at Elmira Christian Center 235 East Miller Street Elmira, NY on Sunday, August 27, 2017 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. Funeral Services celebrating Bruce's life will follow the visitation at 4 pm. Pastor Matthew Bedzyk will officiate. Interment will take place in the Woodlawn Cemetery (Walnut Street Gate) on Monday, August 28th at 11:00 am. Bruce's tribute wall can be signed in obituaries at www.olthof.com
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Patty Osteen
August 26, 2017
I will miss you Bruce,Thank you for escorting me to the Church van for many Sundays and may you RIP
August 26, 2017
What a wonderful man of God , who now is celebrating with his Heavenly Father ! Bruce will be missed by many and his joyful praising of the Lord in Elmira Christian Center will always be remembered !
We celebrate your life Bruce !!!! Sincerely , Jeanne and Reggie Jividen
August 26, 2017
Thank you for being such a great friend to our family. You are no longer suffering and are reunited with your friends and family. Rest peacefully Bruce. Give my dad a hug for me!
Pam Francisco
August 26, 2017
Dad we miss you so much it not the same.It is hard to see the news and I look over in your set and your not there sleeping life is. Not the same as it was. But I know you are in are heaven with my dad,Bob,Dave, but most your with Jesus.R.I.P we love you.
Love Eddie,Pam
Mitchell,Victoria,Vanessa
Kay Roof
August 26, 2017
I will miss seeing you at church. also listening to you sing and praise God. My prayers are with your family. God Bless Kay Roof
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