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Franklin Poole Obituary
He was born June 2, 1933, in Portland, Maine, the son of Atwood and Sheila (Barney) Poole. He graduated from Springfield High School.
Mr. Poole served in the Army during the Korean War.
He was employed as a salesman for Jones & Lamson Machine Tool Co. for many years, and Textron Co., working in Iowa as a regional sales manager. He was later employed as a machinist and inspector with Sonnax in Rockingham.
He was a life member, chaplain and past commander of VFW Post 771 in Springfield. A member of Lodge 41 F&AM in Springfield, a member of the Lions Club and a member of First Congregational Church in Springfield. He was also a justice of the peace in Springfield for many years.
Mr. Poole loved hunting and fishing and spending time outdoors.
He is survived by a son, Daniel Poole of Springfield; a sister, Catherine Poole of Lebanon, N.H.; two grandchildren; a daughter in law, Amy Poole; several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by his parents; one daughter, Tracey Poole Zell; one brother, Richard Poole; and one sister, Sheila Poole.
Friends may call from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016, at Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield. A reception will follow at VFW Post 771 in Springfield.
Burial will be in Vermont Veterans Cemetery in Randolph at a later date.
Contributions may be made in his memory to VFW Post 771, P.O. Box 568, Springfield, VT 05156.
Arrangements are by Davis Memorial Chapel in Springfield.
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Stephanie Heimer
July 6, 2025
Mr Poole married us on 27 March 2008 in Springfield. We had come to the States and Springfield specifically, from England, to get married. He was very kind and we have lovely memories. We are still married 17 years later and have a 16 year old son.
Jeff and Monica Wilson
September 24, 2016
I have many fond memories of my Uncle Frank from when I was young. He was a great person. Our thoughts and prayers are with my cousin Barney and his family during this difficult time. We send our love. Peace be with you.
Nancy and Larry Wilson
September 24, 2016
Barney, Amy, Cathy and family -
Frank was our brother-in-law and what a great man! We loved him for his sense of humor and his huge loving heart. We've known Frank for over 50 years and his passing leaves a hole in our hearts that can never be filled. We will miss him so much. Condolences and hugs to Barney, Amy, Cathy and the rest of the family. Wish we could be there with you.
Lee Oakes
September 23, 2016
I worked with Frank for many years at Jones & Lamson. A man who always put others ahead of him. I sure he is in safer and better place now. God bless him and his family. May the Good Lord Let You Rest in Peace.
September 16, 2016
My condolences to the Poole family I worked with Frank at Sonnax He was easy going & a good man I'll miss his humor John Rennie
John Holme
September 16, 2016
Frank was a friend for many years. He was always a positive person. We sang together in the choir at First Congregational Church. He was bass and I was a tenor. Since my grandson's name is Franklin, in recent years Frank had taken to always greeting me with "How's Franklin?"
William Dennett
September 13, 2016
I will miss Frank. I've been one of his neighbors for 4 years. He always made me laugh or at least put a smile on my face. My condolences to his family.
Lorraine Patch Zigman (SHS 1954)
September 13, 2016
My deepest sympathy to Frank's family. Hold fast to all your wonderful memories.
Bill and Dee Sheldon
September 12, 2016
We are so sorry to hear about Frank. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. He was a friend of my mom's at the Whitcomb Building for years.
Louise Peale
September 11, 2016
I am so sorry
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