Francisco Javier Perez-Franco

October 10, 1953 - January 8, 2021

Francisco Javier “Pancho” Perez-Franco, 67, passed away Friday, January 8, 2021 at the University of Kansas Medical Center. He was born October 10, 1953 in Durango, Mexico, the son of Cruz and Maria “Cuca” Perez. On September 22, 1979 he was united in marriage to Maria “Pia” Meza. Francisco loved to garden and listen to classical music. He was known by others for his sense of humor and for having one of the best mustaches of all time. Most importantly he loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his loving wife, Pia; four children, Francisco Perez-Meza and wife Lucia Reynoso, Brenda Magaly-Perez and husband Rafael Goana, Luis Perez and wife Daniela, Max Perez and wife Adreana; grandchildren, Francisco Santiago, Emiliano, Yaretrzi, Lizbeth Naomi, Clarice, Venus, Bruno, and Leia; and siblings, Lucio, Tola, Lena, Chayo. Carmen, Mary, Alfredo, Coco, and Emilio; and nieces, nephews, and great friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Cruz and Maria; one sibling, Concha; and father and mother in law, Santos and Chana Meza. Due to COVID 19 restrictions the family will hold a private memorial service.