Joe R. Franco Obituary
In loving memory of Joe R. Franco of Mokena, Illinois, who departed this world on October 8, 2024 at the age of 74. Joe leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Albert Franco and Barbara Franco; his grandson Devon Franco; and his brothers, Raymond Franco and Bobby Franco.
He is survived by: his wife Laura Franco; his children, Joseph C. Franco (Tiffany), Tiffany Laas (Darren), Gina Sineni (Bobby), Dean Caruso (Cari), Carl Caruso, Kiana Sikich and Sissel Kleinberg (Lou); his grandchildren, Mindy Anderson (Ron), Melissa Stevens (Nolan), Bailey Sineni, Carson Sineni, Brandon Youngren, Samantha Lynch (Ian), Abigayle Youngren and Karly Caruso; his great grandchildren, Joseph Pate, Julian Stevens, Jaxx Stevens, Damian Stevens, Daxx Stevens, Emilia Lynch and Kanan Youngren; his siblings, John Franco (Sue), Anna Long (Norm), Mary Grace Chapa (Tom), Albert Franco and Mary Rose Lovick; and his pet Gunner. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 29th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Kurtz Memorial Chapel (65 Old Frankfort Way, Frankfort, IL 60423). A prayer will be held on Friday, November 29th 2024 from 1:00 PM to 1:15 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Friday, November 29th 2024 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery (20953 W Hoff Rd, Elwood, IL 60421).
In lieu of flowers, donations to Tunnels to Towers, or Disabled American Veterans (DAV) in Joe's name would be appreciated. In memory of Joe R. Franco, please consider making a donation to one of the following charities: Disabled American Veterans Stephen Siller Tunnel To Towers Foundation.
