Torrano,Francis J.

 April 3, 1935 - February 28, 2015

  

Francis J Torrano (Frank) was born in Oakland, California on April 3rd 1935 the third of six children of Dr. Michael A. Torrano & Laura Torrano. Frank died peacefully with his family around him on February 28, 2015. Frank was a long time resident of Hollister, California with a strong entrepreneurial spirit, he started Spudnuts Donut Shop in 1975 and retired as a Realtor in the late 1990’s. Frank was a Veteran of the Armed Forces, and while in Hollister, was an active member of Elks and St. Benedict’s Catholic Church. Frank was an avid Oakland Raiders fan and was a season ticket holder for many decades. In 2010, Frank moved to San Ramon to be closer to his family. Frank is survived by his siblings: Sister Marianna Torrano of the Soboba Indian Reservation, Peter Torrano of Panama and Elizabeth Hormel of Fremont. He was preceded in death by brothers Michael Torrano and John Torrano. Frank is survived by his two daughters, Anita Torrano of Danville, California and Barbara Hourigan of San Ramon, California, his son-in-law Skip Hourigan and his two grandchildren, whom he loved dearly, Garrett Hourigan (age 13) and Natalie Hourigan (age 10). Frank’s wife of nearly 35 years, Janet Torrano, preceded Frank in death in October 2004. Friends can pay their respects on Thursday, March 5, 2015 from 1:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Black Cooper Sander Funeral Home. The Rosary will be at 7:00 PM at the funeral home. The Mass will be on Friday, March 6, 2015 at 11:00 AM at St. Benedict Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Calvary Cemetery with military rites offered by VFW Post 9242. A reception will follow the services at St. Benedict Hall on the church grounds. Donations are preferred to Hazel Hawkins Hospital Foundation or Hospice c/o Black Cooper Sander Funeral Home, 363 7th St. Hollister, CA 95023.