Bonnie Jean Franks

Bonnie Jean Franks obituary

Bonnie Jean Franks

Bonnie Franks Obituary

Published by Legacy on Sep. 19, 2025.
Bonnie Jean Franks of Sarasota, Fl , born in Wooster,Ohio on February 25,1937 passed away on Saturday August 16, 2025. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She retired from Raymond James as an Administrative Secretary and had worked for Florida Blood Services in Clearwater, Florida. Bonnie volunteered at her church's food bank, her children's school, and her church's nonprofit thrift store. She is survived by her brother Rex Wagers, sister-in-law Marilyn Wagers, daughter Jennifer Putlak, Son Greg Jackson, and two grandchildren Michael Putlak, and Jeff Putlak.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Bonnie's name to the

local Redcross.org.

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