FRANCISCO ESCANO
Virginia Beach- Francisco Escano, 84, passed away Aug. 4, 2006 in Bayside Healthcare Center. He was born in Lingayen, Pangasman, Philippines to the late Isabel and Doroteo Escano. He is preceded in death by his son Frederick Escano. Mr. Escano had lived in the Tidewater area since 1949 and retired from the US Navy with the rank of E-8. He was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church.
He is survived by his wife, Gladys M. Escano; his children, Dianne Shearin and her husband Ernest, and Priscilla Circelli; four grandchildren, Matthew, Andrew, Benjamin, and Jonathan; two great-grandchildren, Kiergan and Ethan; and siblings, Mars, Pepe, Sicy, Fe, and Teeny.
A funeral service will be held in Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Rd., Virginia Beach on Aug. 8, 2006 at 11:00AM with Father Christiano officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery with Military Honors. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 6-8PM. There will be a reception immediately following the
graveside service at Altmeyer Funeral Home. Condolences may be shared with the family at altmeyer.com
As the son-in-law of Frank Escano, I have many fond memories of the last 40 years as a part of his family. But this is a THANK YOU to those who have been so kind and loving to Dianne over the last 5 years that she has been a caretaker for her mom & dad. Having to scale back her teaching career and other activities was very stressful and demanding. She couldn’t have done it without you.
Dear Escano Family,
My mother noted your loss in her local paper and forwarded your notice to me. My deepest condolences to Mrs. Escano, Priscilla, and Diane. Take good care of each other.
Love,
Karen White
Tom and Lorraine
Dianne,
I know how difficult these last years have been for you. You have cared for your parents with dignity and love; I hope the knowledge of your efforts will keep your heart warm as you grieve and unwind from this long transition. You are in my thoughts and in my heart.
Hello,
I am truly sorry for your loss. I worked at Bayside Health Care Center while Mr. Escano was there. I checked on him and joked with him about sharing part of the same name Franchesca and Francisco and he would often laugh. I want you to know that he is not forgotten and that his roommate and I miss him very dearly. I pray that he stays in your heart and that your heart will be at perfect peace……..Be blessed
Thank you
Your family was a large part of my childhood because of the friendship between our parents. Although we became distant moving into adulthood, you are always remembered. I will always remember your father’s smile–he is a gentle spirit. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.