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for Joseph Franz
Dana Kadel
January 22, 2025
Doc Joe you are forever in our hearts and every year that passes, we miss you even more. You left us too soon. Our families have grown and I wish they would have all had the chance to know you and love you the way we all do. Be at peace my friend. Love Dana
Dana Kadel
January 22, 2024
Our dearest Doc Joe, you are missed today as much as the day you left us. I think about you often and wonder what you would think of how this family has grown. We have grown up grandchildren who are giving us great-grandchildren !! We have 2 sailors and a granddaughter starting medical school to become a doctor. I know you are watching over all of us and I love you so much for that. You always were a protector. Be at peace. Live you, Dana
Dana Kadel
January 22, 2022
Doc Joe you are missed more than you know in these troubling times. Your caring manner as a doctor would put us all at ease, reassuring us we will be ok and get through this pandemic. It is hard to believe you have been gone so long. There is always a moment in each day when you pop in to my thoughts and I wonder what Doc Joe would do or say. Miss you so much and love you even more. Rest In Peace. Love, Dana
Dana Kadel
January 22, 2021
Doc Joe, today I am thinking of you and wondering what you would think about all that this world is going through. I know you would have the right words to say to help us all through this difficult time and we could all rest a little easier. I think of you often and miss you so much. I know you are watching over my beloved Carrie Ann and our family members that we all miss so much. Be at peace my dear brother-in-law and know how much we love you!!
Jennifer Tinney
February 25, 2013
I had been seeing Dr.Franz for about 4 years and was actually going to try to have my son seen by him today when I heard the news.To the family my thoughts and prayers go out to you.He will be missed!
Debbie and Kyle Johnson
February 18, 2013
Doc joe, you will be missed deeply. You touch our lives in so many ways. Our prayers go out to the family.
Kim Skinner
February 13, 2013
I just learned of Dr. Franz passing less than an hour ago when I called the office to make an appt. I can't believe this wonderful man is gone....because of Dr. Franz I joined to be a bone marrow donator...that's how deeply he had touched my life. My deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Franz family....he will be deeply missed.
Denise Wolvin
February 7, 2013
We are so saddened that Dr. Franz passed away. Our prayers are with his family and church family. He's been a wonderful doctor for our family! His testimony for the Lord was always evident in his practice.
Thelma Chubb
February 4, 2013
I will cherish the memories and fun we had in our unit (907th). God celebrates a life well lived and the good steward of his work. You will be truly missed.
February 4, 2013
I just learned today of Dr. Franz's passing. I served with him in the Air Force Reserves for over 10 years. He was compassionate about his work, both as a physician and as an officer in the military. We had many long talks. My condolences to his family; he will surely be missed.
Kay Davis
February 4, 2013
We are so saddened to hear of Dr. Joe's passing. He seemed so happy and healthy after his bone marrow transplant and we were shocked to hear of his death. He was not only a terrific doctor but a good friend. He's irreplaceable. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time. Kay Davis, Wende Oglevee and Ron Wiggins
February 4, 2013
Doc.Joe wss more than a great doctor or a wonderful boss. He was a Great Person and mentor to me and my son. I will truly miss him. God made a beautiful person.
Prayers to the Franz Family.
Dione Nalley
Roz Meckulch
February 3, 2013
Doc Joe was more to me than my Doctor, he was my dear friend!! I enjoyed each and every visit with him! Always felt like coffee with your best friend more than a routine visit to the Doctors office!! My deepest sympathy and condolences for his family!! Always in my heart and forever missed!! May his memory be eternal!
Marc Burnworth
January 31, 2013
Dr Franz accepted me for who I am. He took me in when I had no place to turn. I feel so sad right now because I was just getting to know the man. He was a straight shooter and I loved that about him. I am going to miss him. A true blue good person and a caring doctor.
Darlene Jones
January 31, 2013
Best doctor I ever had. I'm very happy he is in a better place, but will miss him terribly.
George Pease
January 29, 2013
My family and I were deeply saddened to learn of Dr. Franz' passing. He was a doctor of compassion and love and took a very personal interest in each of his patients (as well as friends). We know from his testimony to us that he is now safe in the arms of Jesus!
Blessings to Linda, his wife, and to his family.
With loving thoughts and fond memories,
Rev. & Mrs. George (Carol) Pease
David Aurand
January 29, 2013
I will miss Doctor Franz a great deal. He was more than my doctor - he was my friend.
Robert Blackfored
January 28, 2013
You know you really like someone when you look forward going to the doctor. Doc Joe just seemened like a member of our family. What a remarkable man; so giving and generous with his time and love. He really helped us through some tough times. He always brought a smile to my face. We alled loved his sence of humor; what an angel on earth! We will dearly miss you Doc Joe! God's Speed!
Giles Lee
January 28, 2013
Doc Joe was very good to me.
I had tremendous respect for him.
January 27, 2013
Dear Franz Family,
We would like to send our condolences Dr. Joe has been takeing care of our whole family for 12 yrs. he has given us the best medical advice and moral support. My husband and our boys will dearly miss him. Our prayers are with you all.
The Deitsch Family
Victor Sergi
January 26, 2013
Dr. Joe was one of the greatest men that I have ever known. He was like a father to me, even though younger than I. He was a major reason I could cope with my loss.
Years ago he cured one of my sons when another doctor told me to expect his death. He did the same miracle for my daughter.
He was a physician with a minor in phychiatry. I feel that he knew me a little more than myself.
His religous faith was expressed in real-time life.
Trent Starr
January 26, 2013
He was my doctor for the past few months, so I didn't know him as long as others have, but I can say that he was the most compassionate doctor I have ever seen in my life. I will dearly miss him.
Richard Poe
January 26, 2013
Doc Joe is a one of a kind caring doctor and individual. "The Dash " by Linda Ellis is a perfect tribute for Doc Joe. There is the date of birth and the other date but the small dash in the middle is what really matters. "For it matters not , how much we own; the cars the house the cash. What matters is how we live and love and spend our dash." Doc Joe truely spent his loving God,his family, his profession and all the lives he touched. He will be missed by all who had the priveledge to know him.
Kevin Mamula
January 26, 2013
Talking with him about his collection of pottery is one of my fondest memories of Dr. Franz. He was never in a rush. He will be sorely missed by me and my entire family. He treated us as family and his care was exceptional. CPT Kevin Mamula and Family
Jon Reinhard
January 26, 2013
Dr. Franz has been a wonderful doctor for me for the last several years. His great sense of humor and love for life always made me feel very special when I was in his office. It has been a real honor to have known Dr. Franz. My prayers and thoughts are with his family during this time of great loss.
Beth Tirrell
January 26, 2013
I worked as a Medical Assistant in the Powell office about 8 years ago. One of the things I admired most about Doc was his love and compassion for all his patients. Every patient ended their visit with hugging Doc Joe or some expression of fondness. I also admired his strength and attitude. You would of never known he was going thru chemo, he didn't miss a day of work, except the days he actual received treatment. Doc will be truely missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wonderful family.
Bob Lane
January 26, 2013
We will miss you Dr. Joe. You were an awesome Father, Husband, Grandfather, Doctor, Mentor, Coach, and perfect role model
Jeanine Ellis Klausing
January 26, 2013
Doc. Joe touched my life as he did many others. I remember painting props for one of PUMC's plays with him and enjoying his hilarious performance as a duck. He and Linda were also regulars at the 8:15 church service who often served communion.
Cathy Sanzo
January 26, 2013
Linda and family,
I was so sad to hear of Dr Joe's passing. I had the pleasure of knowing and caring for him for 9 years. He would brighten my day with his sharing of his life and his faith. He was a testimony to all that no matter what came his way he continued to glorify God. I will miss him but I know that he is now in the Lords glory.
Cathy
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Amanda Lennon
January 26, 2013
Doc Joe was such a great person. He was exuberent about life, he was kind with all people, he pushed for the best in those he cared for. I will miss him and I am a better person for having known him. I thank his family for sharing him with all of us.
Vikki Zaremski
January 26, 2013
We are so very sorry to hear of Doc Joe's passing. He was such a kind and caring man. He was always available to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of all those who called upon him. To know him was to love him. We will surely miss Doc Joe and will keep his family in our prayers. Ron and Vikki Zaremski
Dave Woodyard
January 25, 2013
The pottery angel Doc made for me for Christmas sits on my kitchen counter and smiles at me each time I walk through, it's a smile telling me how much Doc meant to me, and how much I'll miss seeing his smile at 8:15 on Sunday mornings.
Patty Keplar
January 25, 2013
I truly miss Dr. Franz ! He was soooo ! Compassionate, When I lost my husband two years ago ! God be with his family! I can't express enough how thankful I am to have had him as my doctor and friend!
Scott Turner
January 25, 2013
I was a new patient of Doc Joe, but he made me feel like he had known me for years. He was genuinely a kind man. My heart goes out to his family.
Todd Howell
January 25, 2013
Wonderful man. Raised a great family. His presence will be missed dearly. But he lives on in the hearts of his children, grandchildren, and his everlasting love, Linda.
julie haywood
January 25, 2013
I am going to miss Dr. Franz. He was so loving and caring and compassionate. I work for Ohio Health and he referred much of his patients to our office. My deepest sympathy for his family, staff, friends etc. He will be missed!
Peggy Cheeseman
January 25, 2013
Doc Joe was my family doctor for years and treated me and my children with the utmost care and respect. He will be missed!
Fred & Judy Shumway
January 24, 2013
Dear Linda & Family-
So sorry to learn of Doc's passing. We send our Deepest and Most Sincere Sympathy to you all. Doc touched many many lives in so many positive ways, especially our youth. His smile was so infectious and he was so kind and sharing of himself. We know that you, as well as all of us, will sadly miss him. We also know he is now with his Lord and Saviour who he loved so very much.
Mike Duffey
January 24, 2013
I put the phone & voice mail system in Doc Joe's new office,and he read both manuals and never had to ask me any questions on programing his system. Very smart man..a few years later he became my doctor. I will miss him..
Misty Cueni
January 24, 2013
I have many happy memories of Doc Joe. He was always kind, caring and inspiring. I hadn't spent time with Doc Joe in about 20 years but I have thought of him often and still fall back on much of his sound advice.
We are sending our love your way and our prayers are with your family.
Ed Blaire
January 24, 2013
Dr. Franz was the best doctor I ever had.
My sincere condolences and prayers to his family.
Tom & Deb Wright
January 24, 2013
Our sincere condolences to the Franz family. Dr. Franz is an amazing man who will be fondly remembered by his many patients.
January 24, 2013
When I moved to Columbus from Pittsburgh and was searching for a doctor and first met Doctor Joe I felt comforted by him. He was a very caring person and a good friend to me and my mother before she passed he helped her tremendously. I will never forget him. He was a very dear person to me. I will miss him not because he was my physician but because he was my friend. Clara McClendon
Rod & Lisa Flannery
January 24, 2013
Dear Linda and family,
Our words cannot express the sorrow we feel. There are so few people that we've met throughout our lives that have touched us in the many ways Doc has. He was not only our family doc, but he was our friend, confidant and encourager. He was always there for us (and many others) in time of need. He would selflessly give of himself to enrich the lives of those who knew him. Although his vocation was taking care of our physical needs, his true calling was a ministry of love - giving of his time and sharing witness through the reflection of his life in glory to the Lord. His passion for young people is well know and has created a lasting legacy that will live on through the lives of those he has touched.
We will miss our friend, but we know that he has been welcomed into heaven with the words, “Welcome, thou good and faithful servant, Joe Franz. Enter into the joy of the Lord”.
Doc's spirit will forever live on in our hearts and our lives. “I love you, Brother.” We love you all.
Jeff Shumway
January 24, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you! Doc Joe lived a full and happy life, I can't think of a single time there was not a smile on his face or love in his heart. All of us are better people thanks to his touching our lives at one point or another. He will be missed! Doc, until we meet again on the other side! I will never forget watching the grass grow, model rocketry, midnight bowling, and those fantastic pepperoni rolls! I would not be who I am today if it wasn't for you, Doc!
Bill Christian
January 24, 2013
Deepest sympathies - we all loved Doc Joe at Olentangy! He will be missed.
Sam Reda
January 24, 2013
Sorry for your loss, Doc Joe was a good man. He will be missed
Kim Myers
January 24, 2013
So very sorry! Doc Joe will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Franz family.
Brenda Melchor
January 24, 2013
Doc Joe was an amazing light for Christ. May he rest in the arms of our Lord. Linda praying for you and your family. May God surround you with comfort and love. The Melchor Family
Amy and Brent Chivington
January 24, 2013
Dear Franz family. Joe was an angel in life and is now an angel in Heaven. Brent and I loved him, and he will remain in our hearts always.
Linda Baker
January 24, 2013
To Chris and Kisha; our deepest sympathy.
Laura Anthony
January 24, 2013
Doc Joe, you were a blessing to our family. When we came to PUMC you welcomed us and introduced us to your friends, your contribution to the PUMC dinner theater touched so many lives. David and I loved having you for our doctor. Your example lives forever in our hearts, God bless you and your family.
Star Walker
January 24, 2013
Dr.Joe you will always live in my heart. To the family you have my deepest sympathy and prayers. Love, Star
Kerry Wood
January 23, 2013
I praise God for Joe, and I am thankful for the time I was able to spend knowing him at Powell UMC as a student pastor there (nearly a decade ago!) You have fought the good fight, you have finished the race, and now enjoy the eternal reward of obtaining the resurrection promised to you in Jesus Christ!
Linda and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your grief.
Elaine Leonard
January 23, 2013
Linda, my prayers are with you and your family in your time of sorrow.
Tom, Carolyn, Tim, Mark, Jamie and Joy Sherrod
January 23, 2013
Our hearts are so very saddened by the news of Doc Joe's passing. Few physicians care for their patients both physically and spiritually. Truly, he was physician and friend and we will miss him more than words can say. Our prayers are with his beloved family.
January 23, 2013
Our family will sorely miss Dr. Franz. He was the most amazing and compassionate physician. My husband, 3 children and I moved to Powell 6 years ago and Dr. Franz had been our family doctor from day 1. He was so courageous. He is now with his Lord. Sympathy to his loving family...Tish, Jeff Miller and family
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