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David Franz Obituary
David L. Franz, 54, of Zelienople passed away unexpectedly Tuesday.
Born Oct. 31, 1956, in Ellwood City, he was the son of Helen (Robb) Franz of Zelienople and the late William A. Franz.
David was a member of Teutonia Mannerchor, the Conway Sportsman Club, the Harmony Moose Lodge 957, the Hungarian Club and the Shanty Point Hunting Camp.
He was an avid reader who enjoyed white water rafting, the outdoors, hunting and gardening. He enjoyed growing German beer radishes. Above all, his dogs were a very important part of his life.
He is survived by his loving wife of 14 years, Cathe (Crosby) Franz, who he married Dec. 28, 1996; two children, Saxon Franz of Sewickley and Emily McGee and her husband, Thomas, of Pleasant Hills; three brothers, William A. Franz and his wife, Barbara, of Ohio, Robert Franz and his wife, Susan, of Harmony and Thomas Franz of Portersville; his sister, Susan Gold of Marshall Township; and his precious granddaughter, Madigan McGee. FRANZ - The family of David L. Franz, who died Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2011, will welcome friends from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday at Boylan Funeral Home, 324 E. Grandview Ave., Zelienople, where a celebration of life service will be held at 6 p.m.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made in his honor to the Teutonia Mannerchor Building Fund, 857 Phineas St., Pittsburgh, PA 15212 or to the Butler County Humane Society, 1015 Evans City Road, Renfrew, PA 16053.
Online condolences and directions are available at www.boylanfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Franz
November 1, 2011
Dear Cathe & Family, Mrs. Franz, Bill, Bob, Tom and Sue: I would like to extend my heartfelt sympathy to all of you. There are no words of consolation that I could say that would lessen the pain and shock of his passing, but instead I will offer a few of my thoughts of Dave to celebrate his life.
Knowing Dave since high school in Valparaiso, he was a man that loved his family and their gatherings. He was loyal and gifted with intelligence, compassion and quite confidence. He loved nature and he loved his dogs. He had many friends who loved to be with him in work and play. He was a good person with a kind spirit.
My only regret is that I let the miles put 'distance' between Dave & I. There are many of us that have just heard of Dave's passing, so please know that you are all in the thoughts and prayers of many at this time.
Jim Karcher
Bellingham, WA
October 14, 2011
Bob,Sue and family my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of grief. Linda McGiffin
October 13, 2011
Mrs. Franz, Bill, Bob, Tom, & Sue: So sorry to here about your loss. My 1st memory of David was when we had to go for testing for 1st grade at Evans City Elementary School. And riding the bus from Lutz Road to school, and our confirmation class at English Lutheran. Your family will remain in our hearts and prayers. The Blontz Family
October 13, 2011
Kathy,
I am so sorry to hear about David. A loss such as this is even harder when it is not the natural order of life.
Your nursing home buddy -
Sally Cunningham
mandy hulboy
October 12, 2011
Cathe,I am so sorry for your loss.My heart goes out to you and the rest of Daves family.Please know I am here for you always.love you Mandy
October 12, 2011
I thank GOD for bringing David into the bakery to have coffee Saturday morning so many of us could enjoy his smiling face. What a blessing to know him, and share memories and family....he truly will be missed ; much sorrow to you Kath, your family and his. cath and gracie.
Lynette Beattie
October 12, 2011
Cathe,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I have been there and know how difficult it is to lose a loving husband.
If you ever need a shoulder to lean on or someone to talk to who has been through the same sad event, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Lynette Beattie
724-968-0599
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