Herman Louis Franks Sr.

Dear Franks Family, just wanted to share my memories of Herm. When I was a little girl he showed me how to clean fish at Flaming Gorge, then later he cooked them, and we had such delicious trout. Also, thought his love for dogs was great, and having your own big, leather comfy chair. Always so sweet to me, and let me play my ukulele badly while singing. A gruff man they say, sure, but never to me. Ami so nice to me always as well. Best to all of you.

Dear Lauri,

I was so sad to read of your father-in-law's passing; life just isn't fair sometimes. I hope Herm is doing well though, and things are looking up for your family. I will continue remembering you all in my prayers. God Bless.

Jeanette Simkins

Dear Franks Family,

The friendship between Herm and Mickey Oswald was treasured by both. Mickey always admired the success that Herm had in baseball and in life. Herm always admired Mickey as his coach and mentor.

If there is Spring Training in heaven, both are sitting in the stands next to the dougout having chatting about the game.

As a young boy, I was with my dad one day when Herm came to see him in his office in the old Boys' Gym at East High. They had...

I was saddened to hear of your Dad's death.
My sinsere sympathy to all your family.

Dear Ami,
Our parents, Mickey and Belle Oswald, cherished the friendship that they had with you and Herm. Herm was always so kind and generous to his High School coach. My parents' trip to spring training was one of the highlights of their year. I have attached a photo from spring training in 1966. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Dear Ami,

We are very sorry to hear of Herm's passing. I wish I had made the opportunity to get to know Herm better. You are wonderful neighbors and I will continue to look forward to your cheerful smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Herm, and your family.

Chuck and Janet Grissom

To Ami and Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find strength and courage in your love for Herman, and in the memories that each of you created over the years.

Ami, I met you and Herman during a business trip to Salt Lake City in September of 2003. Prior to the trip, I sent Mr. Franks a letter with the hope of meeting him while in town. As a lifelong San Francisco Giants fan, I was thrilled when he called me at the hotel to set a time to meet.

On the...

I remember Herm and Ami visiting us in Arizona in the early 60's . I ahd never scene such a big motorhome. He later sent me a signed baseball from the San Franciso Giants. Herm was my mothers cousin. She was Louisa Maria Roman . My thoughts are with you all.