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Bruno Franco Obituary

Franco, Bruno G. age 71, of River Forest, beloved husband of Peggy, loving father of Richard (Jodi), Donna (William) Barnhisel, Joanne Surmin, Michael (Lilly), Laura (John) Panicola, Paul (Dawn) and Jean (Bill) Allen, devoted grandfather of Stefani, Jamie, Jeff, Billy, Brittany, Stephan, Bobby, Andy, Summer, Colton, Austin and Tabitha, dear brother of Caroline Jackubczak, Katherine, Anna Ganta, Vincent (Georgia), Beatrice Lucio and the late Jenny Brown, Marie (Vern) Beck and Sam, fond uncle of many. Former President, Vice-President and Treasurer of Chicago Catholic Ephpheta (CCE). Life member, International Catholic Deaf Association. Member of National Fraternal Society of the Deaf. Member, Chicago Club of the Deaf. Active member of St. Francis Borgia Deaf Center. Visitation Sunday, 3 to 9 p.m., at Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home, 203 S. Marion St., Oak Park. Funeral Monday, 9:30 a.m., to St. Francis Borgia Church, Deaf Center, 8033 W. Addison, Chicago, for Mass at 10:30 a.m. Private interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Instead of flowers, please send donations to St. Francis Borgia Deaf Center, 8033 W. Addison, Chicago, IL, 60634. Funeral info: 708-383-3191

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Oct. 3 to Oct. 5, 2003.

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Annie D'Esposito

October 5, 2003

Donna, Bill, Billy and Bobby: I just want you to know how sorry I am about the loss that you are experiencing at this time. I hope that the wonderful fond memories that you share will get you through this difficult time. Donna, with your sisters and brothers and of course your mom, I know that your Dad's memory will live on for your children, as well as all the other nieces and nephews. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Love always - Annie aka Annie Larsen

Marc, Danielle & Stephan House

October 5, 2003

We are so sorry for the loss of a much loved man. No words can heal the pain, only time. Please be comforted that he is no longer in pain and finally at peace. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Clayton & Veronica Ferris

October 4, 2003

We are in very sorry to hear the passing od Bruno Franco and we will pray for his spirit. We are sorry that we are not able to come.

Joan R. Taylor

October 4, 2003

My deepest sympathy to the entire family and friends on the passing of a wonderful man. May God and prayers comfort you in the time of sorrow and may you know he rests in heavenly peace.

Bob & Jeanine Graf

October 3, 2003

Dear Peggy, Dawn, Paul and entire family.



We wish we could be ther to give all of you some support literally by spending time with the family.



We may not be able to physically be there but we are with all of you in our hearts & prayers.



We love you all and couldn't be prouder of our Son-in-law Paul and his wife Dawn. Paul you are a glory to the memory of your dad who truley raised his son to be a very loving husband, father & son.



I am very proud to be able to boast that Paul is our son-in-law.



Again our condolences to all the family in this time of grief.



Peggy, I want to send my heart felt wishes, love and prayers. I look forward to your next visit to Texas if and when you visit Paul & Dawn again.

Mr & Mrs.Graf

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