Frank Romero, 88 entered into eternal rest surrounded by his family on Sunday, August 27, 2017.
A rosary will be recited at 6 pm, Thursday, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana Street, a visitation will follow the rosary until 8 pm. A mass of Christian burial will be at 10 am, Friday, September 1, 2017, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 1234 Kentucky Street. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery.
Frank was born to Gonzalo and Avelina Ramirez Romero in Lawrence, Kansas on April 2, 1929. He was married to Lazara (Lala) Gauna for 66 years, she survives of the home. They had five children, Anna Romero Dawson (Eric), Mary Lou Pierce (Kerry), Diane Romero, Mark Romero (Lori), Amy Chavez (Gabriel).
He served his country in the U.S. Army and was station in Germany in the early 50’s. He worked for the U.S. Postal service from 1954 until he retired in 1990 Frank was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. His hobbies included painting, wood working, traveling and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was a gentle soul, an amazing husband, father and friend, who will be missed by all who knew him.
Frank is survived by his brothers, Tony, Rick, Peter, Omar and his sisters Jenny, Alberta, Tina, Cassie, Phyllis, Lorrie and Becky. 14 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren and his faithful loving dog Napo.
He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Jose, daughter Mary Lou and granddaughter Alicia Chavez.
Memorial contributions may be made to Visiting Nurses or the Altar Society of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana Street, Lawrence, Kansas 66044.
My deepest condolence’s and prayers to the family and friends of a friend and coworker. He was great to work with and a pleasure to know. Rest in pease .
We were very sorry to hear of cousin Frank’s passing. Frank was a very good man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow.
So sorry for your loss! I’m sorry u can’t be there. My prayers are with you!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Lopez Family
Our deepest Condolences to the entire family, Rest in peace Frank, you will be missed
Cousin Lazara (LaLa) and Romero Family, we were so saddened when we heard of cousin Frank’s passing. As others have said….”Frank was a fine and loving gentleman, with a loving soul and a giving heart of gold”. Frank, is at rest and at peace, no more pain and suffering. Frank will be truly missed by all who knew him.
Our prayers and thoughts are with the family. Pray our Dear Lord will give you all strength to move on. God Bless You All.
Cousin Lori Hermosillo-Eslary & Steve, Hermosillo Family from Denver, Colorado
our hearts and thoughts are with you. much peace and love!
from the Rodriquez family, all our hearts and thoughts to you kids and aunt LaLa. Much peace and love to all.
So sorry to hear about Frank. He was indeed a gentle soul. A kind man who I enjoyed working with at the Post Office. And then, after he retired, I enjoyed catching him at the mailbox on North 7th for a good ribbing. Loved to see him laugh and smile! Thoughts and prayers to the family.
You all are in my prayers in this time of grieving and I call upon all my guardian angels to come to you all and give you strength,comfort and guidance in this time of grieving and always know you will all see him in the spirit world.
Aunt Lala,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I wish I could be there to celebrate uncle Frank’s life with everyone. All of our love from my family to yours. Love you guys.
Mark Romero and Family,
Please accept my heart felt condolences. May God give you comfort and peace in this difficult time of sorrow. My thoughts for healing prayers and comforting hugs are with you all.
I’m holding your family close in my thoughts and heart.
Much love to each and every one of you.
Frank a good friend and co-worker. Rest in peace mi amigo.