Francisco Ledesma

Francisco "Pancho" Ledesma was born October 10, 1947 in Crystal City, Texas to Olivia and Eustacio Ledesma.

He is proceeded in death by his loving parents; baby brother, Juan; brother, Jaime Ledesma; nephew, Mike P.; and daughter, Shelby Jean Ledesma.

Frank leaves behind many brothers, sisters, grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews,

Albert (Sue) Ledesma, Joe (Irene) Ledesma, Rick (Rhonda) Ledesma; and sisters, Mary Puente, Teresa Cooley, Veronica Ledesma, and Elizabeth (Fred) Thorne.

He is also survived by his loving Sherry Ann of 13 years, and his two baby girls, Lisa Marie (Rudy) and Reyna Ledesma.

Francisco leaves several children behind that also had the pleasure of calling him Dad Frank: Roxanne (Marco) Rodriquez, Patti (Scott) Lund, Enedina (Danielle), Chico (Molly), Leo (Patti), and Valdo Garza.

Frank loved Reyna with all his heart, he loved that he got to watch her grow into the beautiful loving young lady she was becoming. His love for Reyna and Sherry was one that no one could deny. He shared a very special bond with his Lisa Marie and Rudy. He loved spending time with Rudy as he took him to his appointments. They would laugh and talk about everything.

Francisco served in the Vietnam War where he was a SP4. He was very proud to have served his country and to be a Vietnam Vet. After the Army he became a mechanic and his love for cars grew. He leaves behind his most treasured 2000 Monte Carlo SS. He collected many cars over the years but "Monte" was his pride and joy.

During his downtime Frank loved to watch TV, listen to music, he loved Elvis Presley, that's why he named his daughter Lisa Marie, he also passed the love of Elvis to his great nephew Blake "Elvis".

He was an avid crossword puzzler, he like to drink his coffee and have his snacks, and on occasions he would cook up some food. Before he fell ill, he liked to cook on his grill and in the kitchen.

Frank had a heart of gold and loved everyone. Over the years he battled with past relationships that had tarnished, but over the last year he managed to mend those and find peace and love within himself and those affected.

Francisco battled kidney disease, he fell ill but ultimately lost his battle to Covid-19. He will be missed dearly by those that loved him. He was a loving father "Daddy" to Lisa Marie and Reyna, they will

forever cherish their time, laughter, many memories, but most of all the love he showered them with.

Sherry will also cherish the last 13 years of life that she shared with Frank, loving, laughing and living life together.

Pastor Fidencio Palacio will be officiating the service.