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James Franks Obituary
AGE: 90 • Wilmington
James J. Franks, Sr., 90 of Wilmington, DE, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 25, 2016 with his children by his side.
Jim was born in Wilmington, son of the late Peter and Marion (Weeks) Franks. He was a graduate of Wilmington High School, served honorably in the Army Air Corps during World War II and upon his discharge, enrolled in the Hussian School of Art in Philadelphia. Jim went on to enjoy a long career as a graphic artist and designer before his brief retirement in the mid 1980's. Jim missed the daily interaction with people and soon went back to work part-time for Fine Auto.
He was a member of the Lions Club and a devout parishioner of St. John the Beloved Church. In his younger adulthood, Jim enjoyed playing golf. Above all else, he cherished the time he spent with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Jim is survived by his children, James J. Franks, Jr., and Kathy Moon; his grandchildren, Bryan Moon (Michelle August) and Lauren Moon (Greg Jones); and great-grandson, Jack Moon.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dolores in 2009; his son-in-law, Clyde Moon in 2015; and his five siblings, Alice Shepherd, Marion Ingram, Elizabeth Garrahan, Violet Hamilton, and Nicholas Franks.
Family and friends are invited to visit from 5:00 - 7:00pm on Wednesday, June 29, 2016 at the Doherty Funeral Home, 3200 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE 19808, where a funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 30, 2016 at 10:30am. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, Jim's family suggests making contributions in his memory to the Alzheimer's Association, 240 N. James Street, Newport, DE 19804.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
Kirk Melvin
September 13, 2016
So sorry to heat about your dad. He was a great man. I would love to see you again.
jayne seckinger
July 6, 2016
How I remember those "candy apples" on Halloween
And the "well behaved" and well trained Julie who never left the boundaries of her yard.
And the only sports car on Anthony Court .. Mustang
Great memories
Jayne Smith Seckinger
Ron Brabson
June 30, 2016
Jim and Kathy My sincere condolences.
RAB
Cindy Greist Lewis
June 28, 2016
Jimmy and Kathy, I have good memories of your dad as we were growing up in Sherwood Park. He was always friendly and cheerful. I'm sorry for your loss. He had a good life!
J Johnson
June 28, 2016
To, James Frank
Mr. Frank's was a people person. We will be deeply missed. I hope knowing that one day there will be no more death and sickness and pain on earth; will bring comfort to the family. My condolences.
George H. Merrill III
June 27, 2016
Fond memories of visiting Uncle Jimmy and Aunt Dolores as a child to get a haircut and ice cream soda! They were two of the most caring and nicest people I have ever met!
Kathy and Jimmy Jr. so sorry for your loss.
George H. Merrill III
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Jun
29
Visitation
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Doherty Funeral Homes, Inc. - Pike Creek3200 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE 19808
Jun
30
Funeral service
10:30 a.m.
Doherty Funeral Homes, Inc. - Pike Creek3200 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE 19808
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