RONALD "RON" ROY FRANCO, 58, died peacefully at his residence on March 3, 2014 after a sudden illness. He was born on August 4, 1955 in Peabody, MA a son of Claudio and Arlete (Ortins) Franco. He attended school in Massachusetts and worked as a carpenter in Salam, MA until moving to North Stratford in 2003. After moving north he worked at the Balsam's Resort maintaining the lawns. Ron was an avid outdoorsman enjoying many outdoor sports and activities. He has been Kathy's caretaker for the past few years and took exceptionally good care of her. He will be missed by many, many friends, but will always remain in their hearts. He is survived by his companion/wife of 18 years Kathleen "Kathy" (Wells) Franco of North Stratford; his four children Ronald "Ronny" Franco of Peabody, MA; Ricky Franco of Concord, NH; Karlyne Vida of Bronx, NY; and Leanna Franco of Lynn, MA.; a very special grandson Julian Guerette; two older grandchildren Alex Franco and Xavier Lopez; and three brothers, Manny Franco of Lynn, MA; Antonio "Tony" Franco of Kingsland, GA; and Ricardo Franco of Peabody, MA. Ron is predeceased by his father Claudio Franco and his mother Arlete Franco Butler. A private family service will be held at the convenience of the family in the spring. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of the Armstrong-Charron Funeral Home in Groveton, NH.