Service Details
The celebration of his life with a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Lucy’s Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Ave., Racine, WI on October 17, 2022. Visitation is from 10am-12pm, Mass and military procession to follow at 12pm.
Memorial Suggestions
Any memorials in Rob’s name can be sent to West Racine Kiwanis Scholarship Fund, 4315 Lathrop Avenue, Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin 53403.
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Robert Paul Franch, 82, of Milwaukee, WI went to his eternal home on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 after a long illness. Rob received a bachelor’s degree from Notre Dame in Economics and an MBA from Keller Graduate School Management. He proudly served in the Army, 1st Cavalry Division in Vietnam.
Rob spent his working years as a banker with many Chicago area institutions. His favorite job was retirement. He enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, history, traveling, cooking, puns, watching Notre Dame, the Chicago Bears and White Sox. He mostly enjoyed his loving family. Spending time with grandchildren brought smiles to his face and his heart.
He will join his father, Robert Franch, mother, Julia Martino Franch, brother, Charlie Franch, brother, John (Irene) Franch and son Michael Franch. He is survived by his wife of 13 years, Cheri Franch, son, Rob (Lorena) Franch, daughter in law, Laura Franch, daughter, Nicole (Brad) Peter, daughter, Kristina (John) Van Slyke, sister, Julie (Al) Favata, brother, Richard (Sue Rice) Franch, grandchildren, Caden, Vinci, Logan, Hailey, Tyler, Aby, Chase, Josie, and Meg.
The celebration of his life with a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Lucy’s Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Ave., Racine, WI on October 17, 2022. Visitation is from 10am-12pm, Mass and military procession to follow at 12pm.
Any memorials in Rob’s name can be sent to West Racine Kiwanis scholarship fund.
Jean Brennan says
I am so sorry for your loss, Cheri. Rob was such a positive part of your family. Hugs.
Deborah Coca says
My deepest sympathies and prayers go out to you Cheri. Although I never knew Rob, I know how loving and giving you are. Always cherish your memories. ❤️🙏
Cathy (Orth) Fitzpatrick says
Cheri, I am sorry to hear of Rob’s passing. Peace and love to you and family.
Ruth Ann Spurley says
So sorry for your loss Cheri and girls. I can’t even imagine how hard it is to lose a Husband and Dad a second time. Another Angel to watch over you. Prayers.
Alex and Barbara Tenuta says
Bob was such a kind and patient person. He was a wonderful father, husband and brother-in-law.. He will be missed by many🙏
Anonymous says
We will miss you Brother. We love you, until we meet again.
Love your Sister Julia and Brother in law Al.
Joe and Al