Frances Franco

Frances Aguayo Franco was born on May 11, 1948, in Victoria, Texas, to Juan Aguayo and Lupe Aguayo. She was lovingly raised by her grandmother, Josephine, from birth. Frances graduated from Victoria High School and Victoria Community College before moving to Houston in 1970.

Soon after moving to Houston, she met and married Richard Franco, and together they welcomed their daughter, Rita Franco. Following their divorce in 1980, Frances returned to her studies at the University of Houston. Through perseverance and God's help, she completed her studies in December 1983 while raising her daughter.

Frances dedicated 32 years to serving the State of Texas, spending 17 years at the University of Houston and 15 years at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. She retired in 2013, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and hard work.

In 1991, Frances had a life-changing encounter with people who helped lead her to accept God as her Savior. This experience inspired her to pursue a new direction in life, seeking God's guidance and striving to live according to His will. Her faith became an important part of who she was and how she lived.

Frances never met a stranger. She could strike up a conversation with anyone and, within minutes, learn the most interesting things about their lives. She often felt led to pray for others, and her prayers seemed to speak directly to what they needed. Connecting with people and sharing her faith were special gifts she carried throughout her life.

Above all, Frances cherished her family. She was a loving mother to Rita, a devoted mother-in-law to Joel, and a caring grandmother to her beloved granddaughters, Amena and Scarlett. She played an integral role in their daily lives, lovingly helping care for her granddaughters and supporting her family in countless ways. She was also a proud granddog mom to Bosley, who held a special place in the family.

Frances will be remembered for her perseverance, her warm spirit, her love for her family, and her unwavering faith in God. Her life touched many people, and her legacy of love, prayer, and compassion will continue through all those who knew and loved her.

May she rest in God's peace. Her memory will forever remain a blessing to her family and all whose lives she touched.

Visitation will be held at Forest Park Missouri City Funeral Home, 4217 Shipmans Cove Boulevard, Missouri City, TX 77545, US, on October 29, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

A Celebration of Life Reception will take place on October 29, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

A Funeral Mass will be held at St Angela Merici Catholic Church, 9009 Sienna Ranch Rd, Missouri City, TX 77459 , US, on October 30, 2026, at 11:00 am.

Committal will follow at Memorial Oaks Cemetery, 13001 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77079, US, on October 30, 2026, at 1:00 pm.