Jesus Franco Jr.

Command Sgt. Maj. Jesus Franco, Jr. (Ret) beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away January 13, 2024 at the age of 83. He is survived by his wife, Jackie, their children, Donna Mallernee (Robert) and Michelle Kime (Terry), 10 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren and brother, Adan. 

He retired from the U.S. Army as a CSM after 30 years of service. His tours of duty included Germany, Ft. Bliss, Vietnam and White Sands Missile Range, NM. His awards include the Meritorious Service Medal 3d Oak Leaf Cluster, Army Commendation Medal 2d Oak Leaf Cluster, Good Conduct Medal 9th Award, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign, Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm, and the German Schusen medal in Bronze. 

After retirement he became an active member of Highland Presbyterian Church. He became an Elder in 2010 and served in many positions in the church and community. He served on the Property committee and was a valuable volunteer in the Food Pantry. He was a founding member of the Ascarate Fishing Club, where he served as Secretary and helped with the major fishing events held each year.  His hobbies included archery, bowling, leather work, hunting and fishing. 

Visitation will be from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, with  Prayer Service at 6:00pm on Monday, January 29, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast, 4631 Hondo Pass Drive.  Funeral Service will begin at 11:30am on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 at Sunset Funeral Home-Northeast, 4631 Hondo Pass Drive. Committal Service to follow at Fort Bliss National Cemetery with Full Military Honors, 5200 Fred Wilson Avenue. 

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Wounded Warrior Project or a charity of your choice. 

Services entrusted to Sunset Funeral Homes-Northeast.  Please visit his online memorial at www.sunsetfuneralhomes.net.