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Francis X. Legieko

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Francis X. Legieko, 56, of Parkesburg, passed away on Friday, December 18, 2009 at the Life Care Hospital in West Chester. He was the beloved husband of Karen Spence Legieko, with whom he shared 31 years of marriage.

Born in Coatesville, he was the son of the late John J. and Josephine Kolodjay Legieko. An area resident his entire life, he was a 1971 graduate of the Octorara High School. He was employed by Quebecor Printing. He was the Deputy Chief and a Life Member of the Parkesburg Fire Co. and had been involved in the Boy Scouts of America and was a former member of the Parkesburg Lions Club. He was a parishioner of Our Lady of Consolation Catholic Church.

He is survived, in addition to his wife, by his son, Jason A. Legieko, husband of Erica, of Parkesburg. He was predeceased by his son, John F. Legieko, in 2002.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at 11 a.m. at the Our Lady of Consolation Church, Second Ave. and Chestnut St., Parkesburg with the Rev. Victor J. Eschbach as celebrant. Interment will followed at the Parkesburg Catholic Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the viewing, which will be held on both Tuesday evening, December 22 from 6 until 8 p.m. at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg and again on Wednesday morning at the Church from 10 until 11 AM.

Memorial donations may be made in Francis' memory to the Parkesburg Fire Company, 329 W. First Ave. Parkesburg, Pa. 19365.

Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com

Condolences

Karen and Jason: I am so very sorry to hear of Fran's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Love always, Judy

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Dear Karen & Jason,

So very sorry to hear of Fran's passing. I know there is little anyone can say to make this easier for you but know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Know Fran is at peace and you will see him again. Praying for you in the coming days.

Marge Krumrine

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Having known Fran for, essentially, my entire adult life, I know how frustrated he was in recent years not being able to live Life on his terms. Although I'm deeply saddened by his passing, it's of comfort to know his frustration is over and that he and Johnnie are together again.
Sincerly, Greg

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Dear Karen and Jason,
There are no words to adequately express my sadness at Fran's passing. I have many memories of growing up "on the hill" with him. More importantly. he was a constant source of care and concern for my father. The love and kindness that Fran showed him on a daily basis were blessings for which I will always be grateful. Fran fought courageously and now I can picture him at peace and caring for those he loves from a different place. Know that I will keep you in my prayers. Take care. Denise Mariano

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Hi Karen and Jason,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!!

Take care,
Julie Trumbower Costello

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Dear Karen,
I am so sorry to hear of Fran's passing. He certainly had a rough time of it these last few years, but he always remained a good spirit through it all. My thoughts are with you and your son. Take care,
Betsy

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Karen and Jason,

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Franny. I haven't seen you guys in a few years, but from previous years I remember him as a good man and he will surely be missed. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Laura

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To Eria and Jason, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that Fran is finally at rest and peace. Please let me know if you need anything!

Krissy

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Franny was my classmate. He was a very thoughtful,likeable guy. He will be missed. My Prayers and Thoughts are with his family.

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Karen and Jason: Words cannot express my deepest feelings of sorrow. But to know Fran is no longer suffering and is at rest with Johnnie puts my mind at ease. Once again, you have another ANGEL looking after you. God bless! Know you are in my thoughts and prayers. All my love: Kim

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Karen, Jason and Erica,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Whenever we think of Fran, we will remember him as a quiet, kind and considerate person; a person who’s life was filled with helping others. We will miss you Fran!

Sincerely,

Paul and Betty

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We are so sorry to hear of Fran's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Love, Ted and Donna Gill

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THank you for your condolences, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. There is nothing more painful than losing a child. I cannot believe it has been 7 yrs since Johnny died. I will certainly keep you in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please do not hesitate to call me.
Love
Karen Legieko

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With sympathy and sadness, I offer prayers in Frannie's memory. I have moved away, and not been in touch for several years. I will always remember Frannie as a good man, father and co-worker. He will be missed by all of us whose lives he touched. Michele Groce

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Dear Karen and Jason,

Words cannot tell you how much I cared about Fran. What a wonderful man and neighbor for all the years I lived across from you.
I was so sorry to hear that he had been ill for the past few years.
Please know that you are in my prayers and thoughts as you go through this very unhappy time.

Love, Lynne

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FROM FRANCIS' THIRD GRADE TEACHER

I rarely check the Daily Local News, as I have lived out West for
almost 30 years. I was surprised to see a familiar name, and shocked
to see it in the Obituary Section. Francis, as we called him then, was
in my third grade class at St. Cecilia's School in Coatesville. It
just seems wrong to lose a young person who had been a joy in other
people's lives, as he was in my classroom.
To his grieving family, I send my deep condolences on your great loss.
May God comfort you and bring you peace in the knowledge of His Will
for Francis.

"Miss Dulin"

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Dear Karen, I am so sorry to hear of your loss and to read that you had also lost a son 7 years ago. I remember you and your family from our time working at Paoli Hosp.and visiting you when our children were young.
Your heart has to be very heavy with grief and I hope there is some comfort knowing that Fran is with Johnny now.
I would like to call you sometime. Please read the message on FB and reply when you can.
With sincere sympathy, Carolyn

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