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Robert William Franz Dec. 3, 1956 - Oct. 21, 2012 Robert passed away at home on October 21, 2012 after a long struggle with heart and lung disease. Bob was born on December 3, 1956 in Queens, New York and moved to Marinwood, CA at the age of 5. He attended St. Isabella's Elementary School, Terra Linda High School and San Francisco State University. Bob is preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Matilda Franz. He is survived by his children: Rachel and Bobby, brothers: Harry, John and Michael and sister: Julianne McCreedy. Bob was a big hearted person who could converse with anyone. An avid SF Giants and 49er fan, he loved to coach his children's athletic teams. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2012 at 11:00AM at the Saint Raphael Church and Mission in San Rafael.

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Published by Marin Independent Journal on Nov. 14, 2012.

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Steve Adams

November 8, 2021

Bob,

There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you. Whether its a song on the radio, one of the countless concerts we attended (Led Zeppelin, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Robin Trower, etc) a picture of Yosemite (our backpacking times) or just a random thought of all the great times we had. How I cherish them as they made my life a whole lot richer. Damn I miss you so much and as Pink Floyd wrote "I wish you were here". Love you Bobby.

December 3, 2012

Bro, I miss you so much and I think about you every day especially today your Birthday. I know we would have gone to dinner to celebrate and laugh about all the silly and crazy things we did together. Thinking of you always.

SteveO

November 23, 2012

Can't believe a good friend and warm hearted father was taken so young. We will all miss your infectious laugh, sincere hugs, and chatting on the back deck. Love, the McMillan Clan.

November 22, 2012

I will always remember Bob as a person who cared about others and his children.

Rest in peace, Bobby.

Matt Lanning

November 17, 2012

As a neighbor and friend I will always have good memories of Bob. To the Franz family, peace and love, my thoughts are with you all.

November 15, 2012

Bob was a student at St. Isabella's when I taught there. I remember him fondly.
My sympathy and prayers for the family.Sr. M. Bernice Garcia, O.P.

Jackie Branch

November 15, 2012

Bob was a member of our extended family and spent some good times here. I will miss him.

November 15, 2012

Dear Franz Family, My heart goes out to you! My memories of Bob are him smiling and enjoying life. May your memories bring you peace!
Love, Michele Costa Bellamy

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