Francisco was a man of few words, known for his quiet strength and steady presence. Though he could be a little gruff on the outside, those who knew him best understood that he carried a heart of gold. He found joy in the simple things in life—spending time on his tractor, caring for his beloved dog Misty, and most of all, being surrounded by his family, especially his grandchildren, who meant the world to him.
He is survived by his loving wife, Alicia Villanueva; his children, John Rodriguez (Bertha), Frank Villanueva (Sandi), and Corina Villanueva; his 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; and his siblings, Antonio, Maria, Rosa, Abby, and Julie.
Francisco was preceded in death by his parents, Juan and Abigail Villanueva, as well as 4 siblings.
A visitation for Francisco will be held Sunday, April 5, 2026 from 3PM to 10PM with a rosary at 7:30PM. A chapel service will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026 at 10AM with a burial to follow. All services will be held at Funeraria Del Angel Highland, 6705 N. FM 88, Weslaco, TX 78596.
He will be remembered for his resilience, his quiet devotion to family, and the deep love he showed in his own understated way. His presence will be greatly missed and forever cherished by those who knew and loved him.
