Maria E Franco Obituary (1960 - 2024)

In Loving Memory of Maria Elva Franco September 27, 1960 ~ March 17, 2024 Maria Elva Franco sadly and unexpectedly passed on March 17, 2024. She was an extraordinary Mother, amazingly loving Nana, supportive Mother in Law, a wonderful Daughter, Sister, Aunt and Friend. Elva was a loyal and selfless woman and she played many roles in all of the lives she touched. Elva was both mother and father to her children. She loved her family, especially her kids and grandbabies. She always made sure to tell them how proud she was of them and told them she, " Loved them to the Moon and back" as often as she could. Elva enjoyed listening to her "oldies", watching Ghost Stories, and spending time with her family, especially her grandkids. She opened up her home to anyone in need of a place to stay or a meal to eat. You always felt comfortable in opening up your problems with her knowing you will get no judgment, only advice from her. She is preceded in death by her brothers Carlos Franco and Juan "Chino" Franco. Grandparents, uncles, aunts and nephews. Elva is survived by her children; Nancy (Carlos) Lara, Ralph Romero and Vanessa Romero. Her 4 grandchildren; Charisma Lara, Natalie Lara, Brooklynn Romero and Bryson Romero. Bonus daughter Sahsha Blankshain Romero. Her parents Manuel and Maria De Jesus Franco, Brothers and Sisters; Javier Franco, Luis Franco, Rosa Perez, Chela Montes, Maricela Delacruz and Lulu Franco. Along with numerous Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles and friends. Elva will be deeply missed by her family, friends and all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her legacy of kindness, love and devotion will forever be cherished. A rosary and viewing will be held April 4, 2024 from 6-9 pm at Frye Chapel & Mortuary in Brawley, CA. Her wish was to be cremated, there will be a Mass followed by a service at the cemetery for her final resting place at a later date.