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Margaret Frank Obituary
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Margaret Gilreath Frank, 62, widow of Larry Frank, died Friday, September 28, 2012.
Born in Anderson County, she was a daughter of Frances Cooley Gilreath, of Belton and the late Virgil E. Gilreath.
She was the owner of Larry Frank's Auto Body Works, Inc., as well as L & M Storage Facilty.
In addition to her mother, she is survived by two sons, Robin Jernigan, of Piedmont, and Larry Joe Frank, of Greenville; one brother, Steve Gilreath, of Belton; and two grandchildren, L.J., and Adam Frank.
She was predeceased by a sister, Libby Long, and a brother, Gary Gene Gilreath.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 2, 2012 from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Downtown followed by the Funeral Service at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Burial will take place at Greenville Memorial Gardens.
The family is at the residence.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Margaret Frank
PattyKay Lilley
September 28, 2013
One year in Earth time seems so very long, but one year in eternity is but a brief moment. Just a few more of those moments dear Margaret, and we'll all be together again. I loved you then and I love you still. I'll always do my best to take good care of the treasure you left me Margaret. Hold tight to Larry sweet friend, while you wait for us to join you both. I love you!
Sandra Vollrath
December 5, 2012
Beautiful poem, Chrissy.
So like our sweet Margaret.
Bruce McGill
December 5, 2012
Beautiful poem Chrissy, thanks for sharing. Margaret touched so many lives in such a positive way. Sadly missed and loved today and every day.
Chrissy Pistone
December 4, 2012
I found this Poem Margaret loved.
To my dearest family and friends, some things I'd like to say,
But first of all to let you know that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from Heaven, where I dwell with God above,
Where there are no tears or sadness, there is just eternal Love.
Please do not be unhappy, just because I'm out of sight,
Remember that I'm with you, every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you, when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me, and said, ' I welcome you'.
'It's good to have you back again.
You were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family and friends, they'll be here later on.
I need you here so badly as part of my big plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man'.
Then God gave me a list of things he wished for me to do.
And foremost on that list of mine, is to watch and care for you.
I will be beside you, every day of the week and year,
And when you're sad I'm standing there, to wipe away the tear.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight,
God and I are closest to you in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on Earth, and all those loving years,
Because you're only human, there's bound to be some tears.
One thing is for certain, though my life on Earth is over,
I am closer to you now than I ever was before.
And to my family and friends, trust God knows what is best.
I am not far away from you, I'm just beyond the crest.
There are rocky roads ahead for you and many hills to climb,
Together we can do it, taking one day at a time.
It was my philosophy and please I'd like for you,
To give unto the world, so the world will give to you.
If you can help someone who's in sorrow or in pain,
Then you can say to God at night, my day was not in vain.
And now I am contented that my life it was worthwhile,
Knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
When you're walking down the street and I am on your mind,
I'm walking in your footsteps, only half a step behind.
And when you feel a gentle breeze of wind upon your face,
That's me giving you a great big hug, or just a soft embrace.
When it's time for you to go from that body to be free,
Remember you are not going, you are coming home to me.
I will always love you, from that place way up above,
I will be in touch again soon.
P.S. God sends his love.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2012
I love and miss you Margaret.
Goodnight bestie.
Love Chrissy
Andi Hopkins
December 2, 2012
I still cannot believe that you are gone I am so honored to have known you and called you friend. My life was better because you were in it
Chrissy Pistone
December 2, 2012
Margaret I am missing you terribly seems one second I have strength then the next the wind is knocked out of my sails
I love you and miss you so much. Life is not the same without you. Although I feel you in my heart, I would give anything for a couple of moments with you...to see your smile...to hear your sweet voice...to hug you and feel your love once more. I'm sorry for the things I didn't know that you were under...the tremendous stress...but I'm grateful for the things I did. I wish I had done more....But rest assured bestie I will make sure it's handled..I hope you know how much I love you. I hope you know that I would do anything for you. I miss you and pray to God that I will see you again. Love your sister by heart. as you always said no truer words ever spoken.
Chrissy.
sybil scott
December 1, 2012
words almost escape me, but i want to express condolences for the lady i remember holding up her husbands score card in the scoring stand and always treating me with love and respect . i want to salute the lady with the huge heart and warm smile. i pay tribute to the lady who continued to encourage me and who will forever inspire me. she has earned her checkered flag to rest . to the family, friends and fans, i trust a power greater than us all will give you peace. with love and gratitude to mrs. margaret frank from sybil and the wendell scott sr family.
Mike Baldizan
December 1, 2012
Margaret you are always in our hearts everyday and we love you and miss your beautiful smile. We will continue your work that you and Larry started
We love you and miss you
Robin Agner
December 1, 2012
Such a sweet person gone too early. You are still missed Margaret. Prayers continue for your family, the Pistones, and your many other friends.
Anne Mattern
October 4, 2012
Still in shock that you are truly gone from us. I know you are safe in the loving arms of Pop, Libby, Vickie and all those you love that have passed before. You are a beautiful woman with a beautiful soul and I count my blessings that you were part of my life and I can call you friend.
DeeDee Rice
October 3, 2012
So shocked & saddened to read of Margaret's passing! Always a beautiful lady and had a way of making you feel special! She will be missed greatly! Prayers for all of her loved ones being sent!
Patsy Keisler
October 2, 2012
Prayers that family and friends find comfort, in knowing Margaret is safely Home and in Arms of Love.
Don and Essie Simmons
October 2, 2012
Margaret and Larry were our Lake Hartwell friends when we all had houseboats...we loved them both so much...they both had hearts as big as Texas...now they can be together again..
Tiffany Higgins
October 2, 2012
Larry and family
I am so sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers are with you and your family today and days to come.
bill &lynn riggins
October 1, 2012
our prayers are with the family
Stephanie Johnson
October 1, 2012
Larry Joe, Crystal and family,
So sorry to hear about Aunt Margaret's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I'm glad facebook has given us the opportunity to keep in touch and share photos (especially of Uncle Lawrencie) to help narrow the miles between us.
Stephanie, Brent, Kyle & Emma Johnson
Karen & Pat Erwin
October 1, 2012
Larry,
We are so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was such a beautiful woman, inside and out. Please accept our condolences and know that we will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Charles MIller
October 1, 2012
My wife and I only knew Margaret through Facebook; but it was easy to see that Margaret set the standard for true "Southern Ladies"; Our heart felt prayers and sympathies to the family and friends.
October 1, 2012
So sorry to hear of Margaret's passing. Your family will be in our prayers!
Ryan Creamer- Chandler Insurance
Charles Jackson
October 1, 2012
Sad to hear of Margarets passing...she was a great person ...and had tons of freinds who will miss her...prayers to the family for your loss
Zora Lee Owenby
September 30, 2012
My thought's and prayers to the ?family and love ones of ?Margaret..She was such a sweet and beautiful lady.. I love ?Margaret and ?Pop..I love you too ?Momma Frances...May her loving smile and beautiful memories bring you peace.. ?Margaret is just a whisper away from her love ones...
Margaret will be missed by everyone...
? I Love you Lady..?
Linda Patterson Copeland
September 30, 2012
My heart is broken. Such a sweet, Beautiful Lady - but most of all, just seemed like Family. Libby was one of my best friends, and we always loved Margaret Ann as little Sister - now they are together, and we are left behind to live as close to our Heavenly Father she is with. Margaret is more alive today, than she has ever been - even with that bright sunshine of a personality - She is alive and with her love ones gone before and most of all, with Jesus. Love you and miss you, Margaret Ann. See you soon.
elizabeth brock
September 30, 2012
May the memories bring you confort durning this time.Praying God will give you peace in the days to come RIP Margaret
Rosemary Pistone
September 30, 2012
I heard Thunder last night from the storm and I knew that you and Larry where having one heck of a time dancing the night away, thank you for being my friend and loving my sister Chrissy Pistone and family with your beautiful heart we miss you so much I love you Margaret, keep dancing with your Larry we can hear you two, we will never forget you!
Much love Rosemary
linda ford
September 30, 2012
Margaret was my childhood friend. The first time I ever sang in church it was with Margaret. She played piano and we sang a duet "I've Got A Mansion". Ran into her and talked to her about 3 months ago. I am so sorry for your loss. All her friends from Turkey Ring send their love.
Lynda Hanley=Norris
September 30, 2012
I still can not believe that Margaret is gone. I know she is in the arms of Jesus and also Larry. The family is in my thoughts and prayers. Margaret, I have nothing but fun memories of you and me. We really had a great time. I love you and will never forget you. RIP my sweet friend,
Charlene Scott
September 30, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family at this sad time. Have peace in knowing that one day soon you will see sweet Margaret again.
Charlene
Vickie Bannister-Stone
September 30, 2012
I was so saddened to hear of Margaret's death..I knew her in High School and had recently reconnected on Facebook. I pray for peace in the days to come. May The Lord bless the family members and many friends..v
Dianne Eskew
September 30, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 30, 2012
Thanks,for our chats about the old Days, I wish we could have met, but we will Later in God's hands, RIP, Margaret, until we meet again.
jimmie mahaffey
September 29, 2012
prayers are with the family and will be greatly missed
PattyKay Lilley
September 29, 2012
My darling Margaret, I know I speak for many of our racing family at RacersReunion when I say that you were and are loved. I personally will miss you more than most because we were good friends that never got around to meeting face to face. That didn't stop me from loving you, nor you from loving me. We will meet one day dearest Margaret, in that land beyond time. All of us will. Be patient and the rest of us will be right along. Meanwhile, you now have Larry back at your side to love and comfort you as before. Godspeed pretty lady. We will meet again and for the first time one day. ~PattyKay
Chip Revels
September 29, 2012
Missed already Margaret.....rest peacefully
Chrissy Pistone
September 29, 2012
Goodnight my Bestie, Goodnight! I love you Chrissy
Bruce McGill
September 29, 2012
I only knew Margaret through Facebook but she was such a beautiful lady inside and out. I always looked forward to her posts and messages and she will be missed greatly. May God comfort her family and friends. I was so blessed to call her a friend.
Tiger Tom Pistone
September 29, 2012
We Love You and Miss you so very much! We shall never never forget you! We are heart broken but know your with Larry now in Gods Kingdom
Tiger Tom, Mom, Tommy III, Chrissy
Sandra Autry - Vollrath
September 29, 2012
My prayers are with the family. I am still in shock. RIP Margaret. I will always remember the laughs we shared growing up in Belton and since we reconnected in 2010.
Sandra Autry-Vollrath
Mike Baldizan
September 29, 2012
Such a dear lady Margaret was. My family here in California are heart broken and we will miss her. Margaret we love you!!! And to all her friends and family we are keeping you all in our prayers.
Dee Ellis
September 29, 2012
Margaret was like a sister. I am still in shock. The family and friends are in my prayers. Mama Frances, I am so sorry you have lost your baby girl and friend.Bless you.Loves your daught so much and will miss her.
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