Francisco, Melvin Leon

Melvin Leon Francisco, 74 of Floyd, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents, James & Virginia Francisco; and siblings, Norma Jean Lipscomb, Erma Jo Huffman, Pete Francisco, Margarett Sweet, Clyde Francisco, Richard Francisco, and Franklin Francisco.

Melvin will be remembered as a giving and kind-hearted man. He was often seen giving people rides to and from food banks. He was always sharing jokes and funny stories. He was a treasured son-in-law to Emmie C. Conner and will be missed by his cat, Luna.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Linda Francisco; daughters & son-in-law, Jo Ann & Will Mcglothlin, Peggy Francisco, and Linda Beltran; grandchildren, William Lee Statome (Trae), Amanda Statome, Cristofer Lopez, and Laci Lopez, Chelsea Francisco, Larissa Raines, Haley Raines, and Conner Raines; great-grandchildren, Brayleigh, Mariza, and Sage; brother, Marvin Francisco; and mother-in-law, Emmie C. Conner.

A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at Little River Baptist Church with Mr. Steven Wade officiating. The family will receive friends from 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. prior to the service at the church. A meal of fellowship will follow.