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Luis Franco Obituary
Luis Estrada Franco also known as "Ching Chang" Born November 14, 1960 passed away on March 6, 2016. Luis was born in Los Angeles, CA and raised in Coachella by his loving parents Elvira and Donaciano Franco, leaving behind his beloved wife Sally, daughters Chastady, Elvina, Nydia, Victoria and sons Luis Jr., Ramon, Johnny and stepson Beto. He was a loving Grandfather to 18 grandchildren, he leaves behind two sisters and six brothers, he was deeply loved amongst all his friends and family.
Luis lived in Seattle, WA for the last 10 years of his life but always found his way back to the Coachella Valley occasionally to visit friends and family. He will be laid to rest in Coachella were his heart has always been.
Services for Luis "Ching Chang" will be held March 17, 2016 at Casillas Funeral Home 85891 Grapefruit Blvd, Coachella, CA 92236, 5:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Burial will be held at the Coachella Valley Cemetery 82-925 Ave 52 Coachella, CA at 11:30 a.m.
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Gloria Garcia
March 17, 2016
My Prayers go out to Luis (Ching Chang)Franco and his Family in this difficult time. I will remember him always with a smile on his face and always surrounded by Friends. May God Bless you and your Family.
March 17, 2016
Rest in peace my brother, till we meet again. To my carnala Sally and my nieces and nephews stay strong. Our hearts are heavy with the passing of our beloved brother/friend.
Tu Carnal, Steven Lerma and Family
Alfredo n Martina Lerma-melendez
March 16, 2016
Prayers going out to my Tia sally beto monie Louie johnny Nydia elvina and Victoria even though were not there are hearts are with you guys in this difficult time lots of love from indiana
fortino tenorio
March 16, 2016
my condolences to his family. chang was a cool dude. always had a good word to say and pleasant demeanor .i'm very sorry Sally, please take good care of yourself.
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Steven Ortiz
March 16, 2016
The memories that we have of you will never be forgotten......you are one of the best fathers, family member as well as friend......rest in peace to a bright wounderful man "ching chang"....
March 16, 2016
I miss you sooooo much dad me and mom both sending our kisses and prayers every night for you.
Zavala Family
March 16, 2016
We Love You Tio❤
Nydia Franco
March 16, 2016
You'll always be in my heart Dad. Always and Forever. I love and miss u so much. Wish I can hear ur voice just one last time. You had a heart of gold and I believe God takes the best, because Dad you were/are still the Best. Love you
Victoria Franco
March 16, 2016
I Love you Daddy❤
Jose & Liz Hernandez
March 16, 2016
Sally, Nydia and all the Franco Family...May God give you all the comfort that is needed at this most difficult time...He is now resting in heaven with our Lord...A new angel now looks down on all of you and will guide you in the life ahead...Take care of each other and together pray for eternal rest of of dear friend Luis...We love you all
Jose & Liz Hernandez & family
Billy and Teri Felix
March 16, 2016
Dear Sally, Nydia and family. Our deepest condolences to you, love Billy and Teri Felix
Casillas Family Funeral Home
March 15, 2016
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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