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Harold W. Franks

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Harold “Sonny” William Franks, 89, of Fremont, OH passed away on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at ProMedica Toledo Hospital.  He was born December 26, 1931 in Riley Twp. to Doris (Keegan) Franks.  Harold married Carol Haubert on July 19, 1969 at St. John’s Lutheran Church and she survives.  He worked for thirty-nine years and fifty-one weeks at the Fremont Water Pollution Control Center and retired on February 7, 1996.

Harold was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church and Gideon International.  He was a Lay Minister at St. Francis Rehab Center for many years.  Harold enjoyed collecting antique coins, toys and postcards, camping and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Harold is survived by his wife of fifty-one years, Carol Franks, Fremont, OH; children, Amy (Joel) Boling, Port Clinton, OH, Rebecca (Mark) Humbert and Deanna (Myron) Jacobs both of Fremont, OH; grandchildren, Starr Beckman, Ethan Humbert, McKenna Boling, Tristan Boling, Jena Humbert and Hunter Jacobs; siblings; Barbara McCoy and Judy Cunningham both of Fremont, OH, Betty Jo Heschel, Tiffin, OH and Peggy Jo Eberly, Green Springs, OH;

He is preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Nancy Brunner, Sandy Miller, Alvin, James, Lester and Raymond Franks.

Visitation:  Sunday from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St, Fremont, OH.

Services:  Monday, May 10, 2021, 11:00 am at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 212 N. Clover St, Fremont, OH with Pastor Matt Wheeler officiating with one hour of visitation prior to the service at the church.

The use of face masks is required while indoors.

Burial:  Greenlawn Memory Gardens, Clyde, OH

Memorials can be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church or Gideon International.

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  1. Maureen Pump

    May 4, 2021 at 9:16 pm

    Carol, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. God’s peace and love be with you.
    Maureen Pump

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  2. Paul and Sue Burmeister

    May 4, 2021 at 11:04 pm

    Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. May Gods peace find you and comfort you.

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  3. Joseph Watts

    May 4, 2021 at 11:09 pm

    Carol and family,
    We are so sorry to hear of Harold’s passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers!
    Sincerely,
    Jean & Joe

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  4. Cindy Calmes

    May 4, 2021 at 11:27 pm

    Carol and Family,
    My deepest sympathy to you on the loss of your husband Harold.
    Sending prayers and hugs.
    Cindy Calmes

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  5. Sue Bowden

    May 5, 2021 at 12:25 am

    Carol and family,
    Keep the special memories you have close to your hearts forever.

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  6. Debbie Cummings

    May 5, 2021 at 1:48 am

    Carol,

    We are saddened to hear of Harold’s passing. You and your family will be held in prayer.

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  7. Robin Raelingd

    May 5, 2021 at 3:22 am

    My uncle Harold (Sonny) Franks you be missed your with my beautiful grandma and beautiful mom Rest In Peace o will tell grandma I miss her and love her to the moon

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  8. Katie Farley

    May 6, 2021 at 1:04 am

    Becky and family,
    You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am truly sorry for you and your families loss.
    Katie

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  9. Karon (Tolhurst) Chrzan

    May 6, 2021 at 3:23 pm

    Carol and family-

    I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Harold. Please know that you all will be in my thoughts and prayers. Wish I could be there for you, but it is not possible at this time.

    Love you,
    Karon

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  10. Susann Robitski Zimmerman

    May 7, 2021 at 4:30 pm

    Carol and family,
    I’m so sad to hear of your loss with Harold’s passing. I’m sure you can find great comfort in knowing that Harold had such confidence in the promise of his Lord. You’re in my prayers.

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  11. Terry Wilhelm

    May 7, 2021 at 5:10 pm

    Carol,
    My heartfelt condolences in the passing of Harold. Always seeing you in Church and so attentive to his needs, truly a wife devoted to her husband! May our God of Peace, that surpasses all understanding, be with you and your family in the days ahead. May it bring you solace that Harold is perfect now, in a perfect place, The Church Triumphant!
    God’s Blessings be upon you,
    Terry Wilhelm

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  12. Ned and Cheri Peddicord

    May 8, 2021 at 12:51 am

    Carol and family , we are so sorry to read about Harold’s passing. May the wonderful memories help you get through this sad time. Prayers for your family.

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  13. Myron Jacobs

    May 9, 2021 at 4:01 pm

    Deanna,
    We send you and yours our deepest sympathies! In this time we have to trust in God! May he have a great journey. Prayers for you and your family. Love you. The Jacobs Family. Myron Kathy Ashleigh Vickie and Phill.

    Reply

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