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Albert Franke Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 14, 2025.

Albert W. Franke (widely known as Bill) passed away peacefully at his home in The Villages, Florida on August 12, 2025.

Bill was born and raised in Chicago and enjoyed 29 years in The Villages. He is survived by his brother Ed (Marie), his son Greg (Jacqueline), and his daughter Annette (Rich). He was a proud grandfather to Bridget, Shannon (Daniel), Matt, Krissy, Zac, Clodagh, Adam, Enzo, and Seve, and a beloved great-grandfather to Logan, Harper, and Hudson. He shared these blessings with his former wife, Nancy.

A mass celebrating his life will be held at 10am on Monday 18th August at St Mark the Evangelist, 7081 SE Hwy 42, Summerfield, FL 34491. All are welcome to attend.

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Gerry Gainer

Yesterday

My late husband Bill and I had many fun times with Bill and his former wife Nancy when we all lived in Chicago Heights. We were all part of a larger group from St Kieran´s Church. We put on shows for fundraisers, all bowled in a league on Sundays, had a couples golf league at Cherry Hills and had hundred of dinners and parties at each others houses. Annette babysat for our kids and they loved her, she always brought candy. Bill was always up for a party and loved to laugh. Never knew his name was Albert, we would surely have teased him about it. He was a lucky guy to have been married to Nancy, everyone loved her as I´m sure Bill did also.

Orlaith Rafter

Yesterday

RIP Bill. We met you only once in Ireland when you attended your wonderful son Greg´s birthday party in Dublin; 14 years ago. Both myself and my husband Mick were so struck by what a lovely gentleman you were. So very warm and utterly charming, just like your son! The apple does not fall far from the tree and my husband and I are firm friends of your son and his wonderful wife Jacqueline . We met you with Nancy that evening and we admired your relationship and how you were such firm friends. Coming together to celebrate your beloved son. A testament to the wonderful people you both were, the marriage you once shared and the bond of family values. That spirit will live on in all your Grandchildren and the beautiful legacy you have left behind with both Chico, Netty and their children.
Warmest thoughts and love goes to Greg, Annette and especially Nancy at this very sad time.
Sorrow is temporary, but love, love is forever.
Orlaith and Mick Quinlan.

Esther Broderick

Yesterday

To Chico & Jacqueline & family. You have such a lovely family in Ireland and while we never had the privilege of meeting Bill personally, we did have the pleasure of meeting your lovely mom Nancy & your sweet young sons & of course the amazing clodagh & Adam. We can imagine the fabulous family unit you experienced & enjoyed. You are a true credit to him. Rest in peace to your lovely dad.
The Brodericks, Dublin, Ireland

Joyce Butger

Yesterday

I met Bill Franke over 60 years ago, when my sister married his brother-in-law. He was always a bigger than life personality who knew how to chat up people and take over a room. The last time we talked was in 2017 and I recall him telling me how much he absolutely loved living in The Villages. I believe Bill lived a rich, rewarding and full life that he truly enjoyed. Annette and Greg and his grandchildren should be comfored by that. I'll always remember him with a big smile on his face and I hope they do, too.