Racine – Frank Cordova Velasquez, 80, affectionately known as KIKO, received the promise of eternal life on Monday, April 15, 2013, after a sudden battle with cancer. He was born in San Antonio, TX, on October 10, 1932, son of the late Benigno and Juanita (nee: Cordova) Velasquez. Frank was united in marriage to the love of his life, Consuelo Quiroz, on September 20, 1952.
Frank proudly and faithfully served in the United States Army during the Korean War. During his service, he received the United Nations Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal (with one bronze star), Distinguished Service Medal, and Good Conduct Medal. He was a welder for JI Case until his retirement after 38 years. Frank lived a very happy and fruitful life. He was an avid bowler and pool player while also being the #1 wrestling fan of his sons. Above all, Frank adored his entire family and cherished the time he spent with all of them. He will be dearly missed.
Frank leaves to cherish is memory, his wife of 61 years, Consuelo Velasquez; children, Frank (Kim) Velasquez, Gilbert Velasquez, Mario (Addie Strong) Velasquez, Antonio (Zena Himebauch) Velasquez, Linda (John R. Spears) Dunkerly, Benigno Velasquez, Virginia (Donald Hinton) Salazar, Victoria (Robert Falbo) Velasquez, Ravi (Julie) Velasquez, Leonardo (Lisa) Velasquez; sister, Josephine Zertuchi; 20 grandchildren; 96 great-grandchildren; 5great-great grandchildren; and many other dear relatives and friends too numerous to mention. Frank is preceded in death by his parents, Benigno and Juanita Velasquez; daughter, Diana Velasquez; and sister, Alvira Munoz.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, April 18, 2013, 11:00am, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 1100 Erie Street, with Rev. Anthony Thomas officiating. Visitation will be at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road, on Wednesday, April 17, 5:00pm until 8:00pm with a Rosary Service at 7:00pm. Visitation will continue in the church on Thursday from 10:00am until the time of the service. Burial will follow services on Thursday at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Dover. Memorials have been suggested to Leonard Velasquez for a memorial to be established at a later date.
Armintta Franklin says
Armintta Franklin says
To Josh, Chavela and the Velasquez family. I offer my sincere condolences in the loss of a man so dear to you. Be encouraged knowing that some day you’ll see your loved one again.
Love and blessings to each of you!
Mr & Mrs Leonardo Hibarra & Family says
Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to the entire Velasquez Family during this difficult time, especially to “Aunt Connie”. He is now in a peaceful place where suffering does not exist.
amanda craddock says
My deepest condolences and my prayer for your family to overcome this great loss and I ask god to give you the strength and help u in your time of need I love you guys
The craddock/Anchondo family
Richard and Josie Sosa & Kids says
Our deepest sympathy to you and your whole family.
Robert & Sheila Martin says
Praying Jesus touch and comfort Ms. Connie and the entire Velasquez family during their time of loss. We love you all…Love Bob & Sheila and Lyle
Yolanda munoz Castillo says
My sympathy. Go out to my aunt /the Velasquezs children s my bluess and I love you all.we will miss you uncle Frank. May God take care of you all
Yolanda munoz Castillo says
My sympathy. Go out to my aunt /the Velasquezs children s my bluess and I love you all.we will miss you uncle Frank. May God take care of you all
Michelle says
Velasquez family my prayers are with you! Stay strong insuring this time. I love you all!
PATTY HERRERA says
my thougths and prayers go out to you and your family.now you have to let all be in GODS hands connie you are a strong person and frank will be looking down on you everyday with a smile on his face,GOD eook him so there was no more suffering for frank and he took a good man,R.I.P FRANK YOU WILL BE MISSED BY MANY……
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gonzalez says
Sending our condolences from Ausin, TX to the entire Velasquez Family, especially to “Aunt Connie”. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Brenda Matson says
My condolences to the Velasquez family. So very sorry for your loss.
Gloria Briggs says
TO THE FAMILY OF Francisco Velasques: read in the paper that your loved one recently passed away. I extend my sincere condolences to you. I know the family will miss him very much, but I am happy to tell you that you family members can see him again in the resurrection. Death has long been mankind�۪s enemy. Our Heaven Father assures us at Rev. 21:3-4 that in the very near future, he will wipe all tears from our eyes, death will be no more��_ I invite you to consult your own bible and be comforted by this promise made sure by our Heavenly Father, who cannot lie.
Catherine Ynnocencio says
Our deepest condolence to the Velasquez family.
The Ynocencio Family