Francis D. Franz

We still miss you.

I am sorry I just received word of the passing of Mr. Franz - for I would have absolutely wanted to pay my respects.
To say he was one of my favorite teachers at Hamilton Avenue is an understatement. He was one of the reasons I chose to become a teacher. After 35 years of teaching at Branford HS - I understand even more why he was so beloved. His intelligence, kindness.sensitivity, and passion for learning were evident in every lesson. He never gave up on a student and for me personally...

Mr. Franz was truly one of the kindest and patient educators I was privileged to have in my youth. He had a subtle humor and inspired us to learn. Mr. Franz, you are now home with your beloved and your Lord...I thank you for touching my life and with those who love you comfort and peace.

Fran was such "a gentleman and a scholar." He married Pat, the perfect woman for him. Together they made a lovely family. If I needed "edjamakation" in anything, especially politics, he made sure I remained informed on all the important issues of the day, with a good history of why I should not think Republican! We shared a smidgen of time in this life, but I won't soon forget my distant cousin Fran. To Michael, Peter, and Mary: you are counted among the very fortunate to have had such...

My condolences to Mr. Franz's family. He was my teacher at Western and I remember him well. A very kind and wonderful man and a great teacher. May he rest in peace.

I am so sorry for your loss Maryanne. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary Anne, I am so sorry for your loss. With heartfelt condolences,

My deepest sympathy. I worked with Fran at Western Middle School and he was always so kind, helpful and always ready with a funny story. I could tell he loved teaching and was such a wonderful role model! My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Michael. So sorry to hear of your loss. Keeping you and yours in our thoughts and prayers. Angela and Christy.