God called Franco peacefully on August 6, 2017 at the age of 76. Predeceased by his loving Wife Maria. Cherished by his dear children, Tiziana (Simon), Daniela (Gino Romualdi), and Massimo (Rossana). Proud grandfather to Alyssa, Amanda, Nicole and Alessandro. He will be held dear in the hearts of his siblings, nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends. Visitations will take place at the Vescio Funeral Home Woodbridge Chapel (8101 Weston Rd. 905-850-3332) on Tuesday August 8, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-9 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday August 9, 2017 at 12:45 p.m. at St. Peter’s Roman Catholic Church (100 Bainbridge Ave., at Martin Grove Rd.). Entombment to follow at Glendale Memorial Gardens (on Albion Rd., at Hwy 27.).