Marion Franks

Marion Franks, 70, of Tuckasegee, passed away Monday February 20, 2012 at Memorial Mission Hospital in Asheville. A lifelong resident of Jackson County , he worked as a General Contractor. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bert and Floda Mae Hooper Franks, 5 Brothers, Lewis, RL, Elvert, JC and Fred Franks, and one sister, June Franks Craine. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Elizabeth Luker Franks Son- Tony Franks and his wife Tonya, Daughter- Tammy Franks Mathis and husband Todd Six Grandchildren- Jennifer Franks Hooper, Travis and Cheryl Franks, Davey and Daniel Mathis, Simon Librado. Great Grandchildren- Peyton, Reagan, Kailey, Rylee, Devon, Maleek and two special little friends, Elijah and Garrett Luker. 2 Brothers- Clyde and Myron Franks and 2 Sisters- Opal Bryson and Pearl Lusk. A Memorial Service will be held 2:00 PM Thursday, February 23, 2012 at Community Church of God with the Pastor Leonard (Doc) Luker and Rev. Steve Webb officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the Church. An online registry is available at www.appalachianfuneralservices.com . .