Palm Bay

Francisco L. Panchana, 83, departed this life peacefully on Monday, January 27, 2014 in Palm Bay, FL. He was born in Rocafuerte, Ecuador on April 2, 1930 and was the beloved child of Gonzalo and Placida Lopez - Panchana. Francisco will be remembered as a hardworking and lovable man, whom dedicated his life to his family. He leaves memories to be cherished by his loving wife, Angela; children, Luis (Maria), Maria, Carlos (Juana), Mirka Eschenberg (Mat), Guillermo (Ketty), Angel (Kim), and Janet Panchana; 14 siblings, 22 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son, Bolivar Panchana in 1986. Francisco relocated to the beautiful sunshine state 10 years ago coming from Brooklyn, NY. Family and friends will gather from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 29th at Davis Seawinds Funeral Home in Melbourne, with a vigil service at 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 30th at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Palm Bay, FL. Interment will follow at Fountainhead Memorial Park in Palm Bay.