Francisco "Frankie" Valles

CASA GRANDE - Francisco Guadalupe "Frankie" Valles Espinoza, 30, of Casa Grande died on June 19, 2017, in Phoenix.

Mr. Valles Espinoza was born on Oct. 11, 1986, in Casa Grande and was a son of Francisco O. and Maria Magdalena Espinoza. He was humble, loving and hardworking and owned Frank's Salvage & Auto Repair. He loved working on all types of engines, so much that he made it his life's passion and career.

He enjoyed riding quads and mudding - it spiked an adrenaline rush. He also enjoyed hiking mountains and dancing at family get-togethers. His family said he was shy but once he came out of his shell, he let loose. He loved much in life but especially his family.

Survivors include his parents; seven siblings, Olga Jordan Valles, Linda Espinoza Valles, Marco A. Valles Espinoza, Trinidad Armenta Valles, Anselmo Armenta Valles, Eva Y. Gonzales Valles and Jesus Garcia; his companion, Iris C. Lopez; her daughter, Arlette Lopez; and Sandra I. Limon, whom he treated like a daughter. He was preceded in death by a brother, Dagoberto Gonzales Valles.

Visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 28, at J. Warren Funeral Services, Cole & Maud The Gardens Chapel, with Amelia Espinoza leading the rosary. Funeral Mass celebrated at 9 a.m. Thursday, June 29, at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. Graveside service in Mountain View Cemetery.