Sam Franco age 93 born on October 19, 1924 passed away on October 5, 2018 at his home Chicago, Illinois. Sam, beloved husband of the late Rose, loving father of Dave (Mary) Franco, Barbara Franco (John Roberts) and Angela Franco (Michael McCafferty); cherished grandfather of Anthony and Dawn. Sam served in WWII in the Army Air Corp Division for 4 years. In 1955, after the war, Sam went to Italy and met his beautiful wife Rose of 60 years.

Sam was a prominent accordion player and musician for over 80 years. In 2013, Sam was honored by being inducted into the Senior Illinoisians Hall of Fame in the Arts Category. He was also featured on National Public Radio's This American Life , in The Chicago Reader and the Italian magazine Fra Noi for his many musical accomplishments. His legacy is carried on as students from years past will continue to play and carry on his knowledge of music. In lieu of flowers, contributions to The National Kidney Foundation, www.nkfi.org

Visitation Friday 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave. Chicago. Funeral Services and Entombment Private. For information, call 773-774-3232 or www.kolbusmayfh@gmail.com