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South Elgin, Illinois
Oct 6, 1931 – Jan 8, 2016 (Age 84)
Pastor Edward Richard Franz, 84, of Hanover Park, died January 8, 2016. Beloved husband of Shirline (nee Arnold) and the late Gretchen (nee Hurst); loving father of Jill (Danny) Lee and stepdaughter Christina Brax; doting grandfather of Katherine (Gabriel) Gildner and great grandfather of...
Read MoreUncle Ed will be surely missed! Sending you love and prayers, always.
Courtney
January 28, 2016 | IL
Rev. Dr. Edward Richard Franz and Shirline
I, Shirline Franz (Pastor's wife) personally want to give condolences to Pastor's daughter Jill, her husband Danny and granddaughter Katherine (Lee) Gildner and family as well as Christina (my daughter/Pastor's step daughter).
It has been an honor to be part of such a loving and accepting family.
Pastor was/is the most amazing man of God I have ever known. His love was unconditional and overflowing with God's grace. He made friends with everyone and everyone loved him. ...
Shirline Franz
January 28, 2016 | Hanover Park, IL
Rev. Dr. Edward Richard Franz and Shirline
Shirline Franz
January 28, 2016
Pastor will always be a special part of our lives. Such a strong man of God. We will always treasure his blessings in our lives. Prayers of comfort & peace for Shirline.
Wollmuth
January 16, 2016
Thoughts and prayers to you and yours...
Nanci Arnold
January 12, 2016 | Naples, ID
Pastor has left your care and is at peace with God now. Take comfort knowing that you've done all that you could to extend your time together. Peace be with you.
Diana West
January 12, 2016 | Blaine, WA
I remember when I would make you smile/laugh every time I was visiting with Christina. She loves you, so you became family to me as well. I'll always remember the times we all shared together. Your spirit lives on!
Brooke Kaczmarek
January 11, 2016 | Huntley, IL
I have never met you Pastor, but I will be there when Jesus calls me home. I will meet you there.
I have been inspired by what I have been told by your loving and faithful wife, Shirline Franz. You will be missed
Charlotte Miller
January 11, 2016 | College City, CA
I never got to meet you personally but it seemed like I knew you all my life. I believe you loved the Lord and I know you are at peace with him. See you soon my friend!
Timothy Williams
January 11, 2016 | Clothier, WV