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Topper was my big brother. He left me the best gift one could ever want: the desire to be more like him. - Fritz
Fritz Franke
July 31, 2009 | Charlottesville, VA
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Walter Royden Franke Jr.
Roanoke Valley, Virginia
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Send FlowersDr. Walter Royden (Topper) Franke Jr., 67, was born in Charlottesville, Va., on June 21, 1942, and moved to Galax, Va., at the age of four. He lived with his mother, Kathryn L. Franke, and his grandparents, Floyd and Lola Landreth, on Virginia Street until he left for Virginia Military Institute...
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I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of this wonderful man. He was my minister at First Christian Church Salem and I have many wonferful memories of him preaching. I am so thankful and lucky that Topper married Jimmy and I. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Karyn Ondrus Wolfe
July 18, 2009 | Roanoke, VA
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Topper Franke was sent to this world to
spread the joy and gospel of the Holy Spirit. Indeed he accomplished this mission by his touch, his laughter and
his devotion. I am truly honored to have known him. Even his oftentime silly tricks brought me closer to God.
I share in the grief that each member
of his family is feeling and send my
love to each of you.
Grey McCormick
July 12, 2009 | Morehead City, NC
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I was in the hospital very ill for several weeks in 1978 with Legionnaires Disease. I was not affiliated with a church at that time. I was surprised, happy and comforted by a visit from Topper. I very much appreciated it. I am Harriett and Winky Martin's niece. My thoughts , sympathy and love to your family
Joyce Ellis
July 11, 2009 | Roanoke, VA
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In 1978 I was in the hospital for several weeks very ill with Legionnaires Disease. A touch and go situation. I was not affiliated with a particular church at that time. I was surprised, happy, and will always remember Topper's comforting visit to me. I send love to your family. I am Harriett and Winky Martins niece.
Joyce Ellis
July 11, 2009 | Roanoke, VA
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Topper will be greatly missed. He was such a kind man, loving husband and father. Our love and sympathy go out to you at this time of loss.
Kim and Kurt Franke
July 11, 2009 | Forest, VA
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We share your loss whole-hartedly. Topper's generosity of spirit shined brightly. We will remember his warmth, laughter ... and insight. We're thankful for having shared his company the little while he spent on earth, and offer our most sincere sympothy and love.
Lynn and Diane Bingham
Lynn Bingham
July 09, 2009 | Pottstown, PA
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You all are in our thoughts and prayers! So very sorry for your loss!
Leigh Ann, Joey, and Kyndal Tipton
Joe, Leigh Ann Tipton
July 09, 2009 | Knoxville, TN
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Our hearts go out to all the family. We were fortunate to have known Topper. You have all our warmest thoughts.
Bill & Natalie Weber
July 08, 2009 | Hampton, VA
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