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Russell Franks Obituary
Mr. Franks was born May 7, 1948 in DeRidder, LA and passed away February 22, 2019. "Russ" as he was called grew up in Merryville, LA. He served in the United States Navy from 1968 to 1970. He worked years in the papermills and retired from Natchitoches Parish School Board. Russ was a good man. He cared for others and would help out any way he could. Russ enjoyed working on his farm taking care of his cows, chickens, ducks, and dogs. Russ was known and admired by many. He was always cracking jokes and making people laugh. Gene Russell Franks will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra "Jeannie" Franks; and parents, Clinton and Annie Franks.
Mr. Franks is survived by two sons, Josh Franks and wife, Shelly and Luke Franks and wife, Bridget; two grandchildren, Gavin and Conner Franks all of Fairview Alpha, LA; and one brother, Rodney Franks and wife, Jerry of Merryville, LA.
Pallbearers will be Josh Franks, Luke Franks, Warren Cooley, Brandon Cooley, Dale Franks, and Wes Jeans.
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For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
March 15, 2019
The Final Salute
Brothers in Arms, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged Hand Salutes as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This Hand Salute is the last that we shall render to Gene Russell Franks our Brother-in-Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Russ. To Russ it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during the Vietnam War while serving in the U.S. Navy. Russ, we commend you for your honorable military service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. You were a true friend. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 961 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 177 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Russ' family and loved ones.
Dennis Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Ranny Griffin, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
February 26, 2019
At times like these, let God's words found in the scriptures comfort you (Psalms 86:17)
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