Denise Darleen Franco

Denise D, Franco went to be with the Lord on March 26, 2025. She as 63 years old. She leaves her husband, Tony Franco of North Little Rock. She was the daughter of the late Roy Dean and Charlene Horton of Bella Vista. She was the sister of the Late Roy Dean Horton Jr, David Horton, and Michael Horton. She leaves 2 sons, Nick (Kim) Franco of North Little Rock, and Jacob (Kara) Franco of Sherwood, Arkansas. Four grandchildren, Ethan Franco, Gabriel Franco, Brecklynn Franco and Bexleigh Franco.

Denise graduated high school from Marion High School in Crittenden County. She began her career with the IRS, processing tax returns. She was a Registered Medical Assistant graduate from Eastern College of Health Vocations. She was a claims processor for the Arkansas Municipal League and other affiliated insurance companies.

Denise was an Explorer Scout with the West Memphis Scout Troop. Was very active in North Little Rock Schools and a PTA officer for many years. She participated as a host for foreign exchange students in North Little Rock Public Schools. She was an avid football and baseball Mom for her sons. She always welcomed the neighborhood children to her home, and because of her kindness, she was determined to be the cool place to hang out.

Visitation will be held Monday March 31, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Griffin Leggett Rest Hills Funeral Home in the Chapel in North Little Rock, AR. A private family burial will follow at Rest Hills Memorial Park in North Little Rock, AR.