Gary Ross Franks passed away January 26, 2015. He was born September 9, 1951 in Pomona, California to Glen and Judy Franks.

Gary married Irene Rene' DeHart on October 5, 2001. They lived in Yuma and then moved to Show Low, where Gary and Irene enjoyed the beautiful weather and the people who crossed Gary's path. Everyone who knew him, knew his passion for cooking and wanted to feed you and make sure you were full. He looked forward to his 5 o'clock cocktail, and sharing his hospitality.

He had enjoyed being part of the Show Low Community Garden and all the friends he made while volunteering, growing vegetables, he became the Honorary Master Gardner. He shared his passion for hunting and grooming the next generation of family members, even the girls got involved in dove hunting, Gary enjoyed traveling, one of his favorite places to go was to Mexico and having a bucket of clams and walking on the ocean beaches. Gary received a certificate of loyalty and dedication for 5 years of service at Navajo County. He received Associate in Arts Degree at Arizona Western College 1972 Paralegal /Legal Assistance Certificate at Phoenix College 1991.

Gary is survived by his wife Irene Rene', parents, Glen and Judy Franks of Yuma; his twin sister, Vicki (Jim) Kerley of Yuma; brother, Glyn L Franks of California; two sons, Adam (Crystal) Franks of Spokane, WA, Joshua Franks of Spokane, WA. Two Granddaughters, Jaden Franks and Addison Franks; nieces and nephews, Glyndon Gary Abraham Franks, J. Rebecca Hutchins, Ruth Franks; great nieces and nephews: Whitney (Jared) Christensen, Allison Hutchins, Justin Hutchins; great-great nieces: Madison and Regan Christensen.

Special Thank-you to Hospice Compassus and Silver Creek Mortuary of Taylor, who handled the arrangements. No services are planned. Those who have special memories and would like to send private condolences can send to c/o P.O. Box 2424, Pinetop, AZ 85935.

Donations in honor of Gary to Hospice Compassus or the White Mountain Community Garden.

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Published by Yuma Sun from Feb. 19 to Feb. 20, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Gary Franks

8 Entries

Vicki Kerley

December 2, 2018

Gary, I learned from you, that being born with a twin, one is blessed with a lifelong gift. You, my twin, were cetainly a joyous gift in life. I miss you, terribly. Ill never forget you saying that with keeping a secret, if you cant trust yourself, then who can you trust?. You are so right. So sorry to see you pass, but grateful for every moment spent in loving & caring for you.

Glyn Franks

March 11, 2015

I will never forget our love and friendship that lasts now and forever. I have always been proud and thankful that Gary is my brother. And I look forward to seeing him soon. Amen,Glyn

Robert and Janeen Alexander

March 1, 2015

Gary, Gentle, Adventurous, Remarkable, Young at heart. He will be greatly missed. Our very deepest sympathy to all Gary's family and friends.

Christy Olesek

February 26, 2015

I've never witnessed as much bravery as Gary displayed during his life-threatening illness. He was no whiner; that's for certain. He never wavered from the young college man I met at AWC in 1971. Gary could always be counted on to throw out a different way to look at something no matter the topic.
I'll forever remember his laugh and the twinkle in his eye when something struck him funny or odd.
To his family and friends, I share your sorrow. I'll always be grateful for his friendship and wish he wasn't gone.

Charla & Max Caruthers

February 23, 2015

Our condolences to the entire Franks family. Words can't express the sorry I feel for you all.

Charla & Max Caruthers

February 23, 2015

Condolences to the entire Franks family. Words can't express the sorry I feel for you.

February 21, 2015

I have not seen Gary in years, but was sad to hear of his passing. I knew Gary from grade school through AWC. He was always a good guy. My condolences to the Franks family. ~Alfonso Ramirez~ Yuma AZ

Vicki Franks-Kerley

February 20, 2015

Dear Brother, Your life was so filled with adventure and there was always something of value to learn from your stories. One of your anecdote was, "if you can't trust yourself with a secret, then don't expect anyone else to". All your life you were so kind and helpful to friends and strangers. In caring for you during your last days, no moment was lost with every second precious. Thank goodness I had that with you. It was a blessed gift having you as my brother, my twin, my lifelong friend. See you on the other side. With great love...Sis

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