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Christopher Franco Obituary

Major Christopher J. Franco - BLUFFTON, SC - Major Christopher J. Franco, U.S. Army, age 35, of Bluffton, SC succumbed to spinal cancer that developed from a wound received in Afghanistan. He passed away on Wednesday, November 5, 2014 under the care of Hospice of Charleston in Mt. Pleasant, SC. Christopher was born on February 19, 1979 in Mt. Kisco, NY. He was an active duty U.S. Army war hero who was loved by all who served under him in battles in Iraq and Afghanistan. He was wounded in battle in Afghanistan and was a recipient of many awards including for Valor in saving soldiers' lives while wounded. He was also a recipient of the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. Christopher is survived by his wife, Schenette and their children, Vittoria (33 months) and Vincenzo (15 months) named after his fallen soldier Vincenzo Romeo; parents, John and Christine Franco; sisters, Heather and Alexandra Franco; grandfather, Louis Civitella, US Army Veteran; and many adoring aunts, uncles, cousins, and nieces. The family would like to express special thanks to the caring and compassionate staff at the Hospice of Charleston for enriching the last days of Christopher's life. Christopher impacted the lives of many and will forever be remembered for his leadership, kindness and passion for life. The family will be receiving friends & family on Friday, November 7, 2014 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.; Saturday, November 8, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.; and Sunday, November 9, 2014 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Sauls Funeral Home, 90 Simmonsville Road, Bluffton, SC 29910. A funeral mass will be held Monday, November 10, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, 333 Fording Island Road, Bluffton, SC 29909 with burial following at 1:00 p.m. at Beaufort National Cemetery, Beaufort, SC with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to Heroes in Transition, 28 Great River Road, Mashpee, MA 02649, and (508)539-1010. Sauls Funeral Home Bluffton, SC saulsfh.com Savannah Morning News November 9, 2014 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries.

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Published by The Leader from Nov. 7 to Nov. 9, 2014.

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Ryan B Nabors

July 30, 2022

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

What an amazing person that I went to Graduate School with him at Troy University at Fort Lewis, WA.

Seb Erbe

November 28, 2014

Chris, you'll be missed!Thanks for being such a good friend.Rest in peace.My condolences to the family.

Felicia Ordaz

November 11, 2014

I had the pleasure of serving with Chris Franco in 2011-2012. His spirit was one of the highlights of my deployment. It was my first, and difficult at the beginning. I appreciated his unique sense of humor and kindness. God bless you and your loved ones, Sir.

November 10, 2014

Thank you for your service, rest in peace sir ....from a grateful American

Tosin Animashaun

November 9, 2014

May the gentle soul of MAJ Franco rest in perfect peace. (Amen).
May Almighty God in His Infinite Goodness condole the family he left behind and help them to bear this terrible loss.

Kathy Byrnes

November 9, 2014

To John and Christine, You're in our thoughts and prayers,
Sincere Sympathy to you and your families!

Big Hugs to you both, Kathy and Tom

Warren Alston

November 8, 2014

Thank you sir for your more than honorable service to our country. May God rest your soul and give peace to your family.

November 8, 2014

Thank You for your Service to our Country. You will forever be in our hearts and memories. Keeping your Wife and Babies in my thoughts and prayers. May they find Peace, Sir. Fly free and rest easy.

November 8, 2014

Thank you so much for your service to our country.

M.W. Holland

November 8, 2014

Thank you for your service to our country. We will never forget your sacrifice. May God grant peace and comfort to your family and friends.

November 7, 2014

Thank you for your service to our country

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