Monte John Franco, Sr. 71 of Williams Twp., PA died Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Hospice, Allentown, PA. Born January 1, 1954 in Easton, PA he was a son of the late Josephine (Mereo) and Armando Franco. He was a graduate of Easton High School and had been employed by Strawn Electric in Bangor for many years. Monte was an army veteran and served in the New Jersey National Guard for more than 20 years before retiring. He was a member of American Legion, Post #9 and was a Deputy Commander and Sergeant at Arms for the American Legion, 30th District. He was also a member of the Iron Workers Union and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union.
Monte is survived by his wife of 26 years, Michelle (Sisonack) Franco; sons: Monte, Jr. and Jamie; sister: Carol Guida and grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother: Kenneth Franco and a sister: Darlene Jones. Services are 11:30 AM Tuesday, Jan. 14 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton, PA with visitation 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Interment with military honors will be held in the historic Easton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to any Veteran’s organization. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Christopher Wombacher & Mansi Chokshi
January 9, 2025 at 11:38 am
Our sincerest condolences to the family during this time of mourning. Sergeant Franco was a legendary soldier and an icon for me when I first entered the service. He was bigger than his body gave him credit for, and I have only fond and celebratory memories of him. We will admire him always. We are sending our love and prayers to those he left behind, and most certainly toasting to his honor as often as possible.