Francisca Rodriguez Torres, 95 of King City passed away peacefully at her home on October 15, 2015 with her family by her side.

She was born on Dec 3, 1919 in Corpus Christi, Texas to Juan R. Rodriguez and Antonia O. Rodriguez. Her father was born in San Pablo, Texas and her mother was born in Gonzales, Texas. Her mother passed away when she was 9 years old, thus leaving her and her sister to run the house at an early age. Her siblings included Balerio Rodriguez, Faustino Rodriguez, Pedro Rodriguez, Macedonio Rodriguez, and Aurelia Torres. She was proceeded in death by her siblings. Her father passed away at the age of 97, she passed away at 95 years of age.

She met her husband Pablo S Torres at a ranch near Robstown, Texas and they were married on May 5, 1940. Their children Elida, Alberto, David, Aurora, Ana Maria and Eddie were born in Robstown, Texas. In 1958 the family moved to Antioch and Oroville before returning and settling in King City. Ca in 1963. While there she went to night school to learn English. Upon returning to King City she began working for Basic Vegetable Products for over 20 years as an inspector and retired as a custodian.

Her son Eddie passed away in March of 1988, followed by her husband, Pablo, in November of 1992. They were proceeded in death by Alberto and Ana Maria who died as infants. She is survived by her daughter Elida R Torres, son David R Torres, and daughter Aurora T. Gomez. Grandchildren Christina (Torres) Espinoza, Leah (Gomez) Rodriguez, Cynthia Gomez, Travis Torres, and Aaron Gomez, two great grandchildren Brody and Zane Espinoza and numerous nephews and nieces. She was the last of the elders in her generation.

Along with her husband, Francisca was one of the founders of the Sociedad Guadalupana and still remained a member until her death. She was an avid Giants fan, attending at least one game a year and watching every game on TV. She knew all of the players, Pablo Sandoval (Panda) being her favorite. Francisca was a great supporter of her grandchildren's sporting events (football, basketball, swimming, volleyball, baseball) rain or shine, in both high school and college. She enjoyed having her grandchildren and their friends over for lunch during the school year as well as working on crafts to give to her family for special occasions. Francisca was always passionate about gardening, taking a special interest in her roses. She was a devoted Catholic, dedicated to attending mass on Sundays and praying every day.

"Si dios quiere" was Francisca's typical farewell in response to a "goodbye". In her final days, as her family that loved her greatly, we insisted that god did indeed wish us to see her again. Her kind heart and generosity will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She was, for so many years, a huge support, guiding counselor, and loving family member. Expressing love, faith and compassion to everyone and anyone who had the pleasure of meeting her was one of her most admirable traits.

You will be in our hearts forever and God will let us see you again someday. You are now in heaven with those that have left us and we love you and miss you forever.

SERVICE INFORMATION:

A VISITATION is scheduled from 5pm to 7pm on Friday, October 23, 2015 at St. John's Catholic Church, 504 N. Third St., King City.

AN EVENING ROSARY SERVICE will be held at 7pm on Friday, October 23, 2015 at St. John's Catholic Church.

A FUNERAL MASS will be celebrated at 12 Noon, Saturday, October 24, 2015 at St. John's Catholic Church

She will be laid to rest in King City District Cemetery.

ADDITIONAL OBITUARY INFORMATION WILL FOLLOW