Judy Francisco

Judy Francisco, 68, of Nokomis, FL, formerly of Knoxville, TN, died on May 15, 2014. Judy was a florist at Publix (Jacaranda Boulevard) for 20+ years. After retiring she devoted her time to her grandchildren, great grandchildren and her beloved Elly May. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilma (Minnis) and Carl Pirkle and her husband, Kesley Francisco. Survivors include her children: Lisa (Alan) Kurecki of North Port, FL, Teresa (Bob) Patrick of Venice, FL, Skip Sands of Venice, FL, Michael Francisco of Johnson City, TN, Johnny (Julie) Francisco of Bluefield, WV, and Tammy Francisco Simmons of Bluefield WV; 11 grandchildren: Jason (Ester) Kurecki, Jennifer (Michael) Mills, Tiffany (Eric) Sauer, Emalee and Kassi Sands, Ashley Simmons, Daniel Francisco, John Michael Simmons, Maria Francisco, Sam Francisco and Cari (Juan) Espinoza; 10 great grandchildren; brothers: Fred (Barb) Pirkle and Mike Pirkle and niece and nephews. Visitation will be held at Farley Funeral Home Venice Chapel on Monday, May 19th from 11AM-1PM with a funeral service beginning at 1PM. Burial will follow at Jesse Knight Cemetery.