Franklin Cowsert Jr.

1950 - 2025

Franklin L. Cowsert Jr., beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025, at the age of 75. He was born on January 17, 1950, at Mercy Hospital in Sacramento, California, to Phyllis and Franklin Cowsert Sr. Frank spent his childhood in Courtland, California, where he attended Courtland Elementary School before becoming part of the first graduating class of Delta High School in 1968. He had a deep love for the outdoors, spending countless hours hunting, fishing, and camping. He was an active member of the Boy Scouts and enjoyed early mornings fishing before school. Some of his fondest memories were made camping in the wooded areas off Highway 99 near Elk Grove and along Twin Cities Road to I-5. Throughout his life, Frank traveled across the country with his family, creating cherished memories along the way. He had a passion for playing billiards and took great pride in growing beautiful gardens filled with vibrant fruits, vegetables, and his favorite fragrant flowers. Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Phyllis and Franklin Sr.; his wife, Rilla Jean Cowsert; his granddaughter, Emma Holmes; and his sisters, Kathi Daggett and Kelly Calabrese. He is survived by his children, Christine Cowsert Chapman, Kimberly Cowsert Young, and James Cowsert; his grandchildren, Alice Payne, Blake Holmes, Skylar Holmes, Amara Chapman, and Johnny Young; and his sister, Jackie Molina. Frank loved his family and friends very much and spoke of them often, even when dementia took most of his memories. Thank you to everyone who gave him memories worth remembering. A graveside service will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, April 19th, 2025 at , located off Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi CA, 95240. Please leave your condolences below. Cherokee Memorial is honored to serve the Cowsert family.