Roy Gene Franks

Obituary

Roy Gene Franks

70 a resident of Cincinnati, Arkansas, passed away January 15, 2011 at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born June 12, 1940 in Fayetteville, Arkansas, the son of George William and Ruby McCamish Franks.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Donna Sue Franks.

Survivors include his wife, Ophelia Franks of the home; One son Tim Franks and his wife, Brenda of Waynesville, Missouri; One daughter LaDonna Hays and her husband, Justin of West Fork, Arkansas; his mother, Ruby Franks of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; one brother Billy Franks of Prairie Grove, Arkansas; six grandchildren, Tyler, Levi, Lacy, Layne, Darci and Dalton; three step grandchildren, Adam, Ashley and Alex.

Family will receive friends on Monday evening from 6:00-7:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.

Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, January 19, 2011 at 10:00 A.M. at Rhea Community Church in Rhea, Arkansas. Burial will be in Rhea Cemetery in Rhea, Arkansas.

Honorary Pallbearers will be: Gene Beeks, Charles Thompson, James Leach, Floyd Nash, John Robert Hart and G C Watson.

Memorials may be made to Arkansas Children’s Hospital P.O. Box 2222 Little Rock, AR 72202

Arrangements are under the direction of the Luginbuel Funeral Home of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. To sign the online guest book, visit www.luginbuel.com

Funeral Service

Wednesday, January 19, 2011
10:00 am

the Rhea Community Church in Rhea, Arkansas

Visitation

Monday, January 17, 2011
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

the Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove, Arkansas

Final Resting Place

Rhea Cemetery

General

Date of Birth: Jun 12, 1940

Date of Death: Jan 15, 2011

Age: 70

Documents

Memorial Folder

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Linard And Bettie Carter - Friend

Opheia and family of Roy Gene,I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing Roy Gene at the store and in the garden. Will keep you all in my prayers.

Diana Johnson - Neighbor

I was so sad when Tyler called me this morning to let me know that his Grandpa Franks had passed away. All I could think about was Tyler, all the other grandkids, Tim, LaDonna, Ophelia,Ruby,and Billy Lee. Roy Gene was such a good person. He sure loved his family and the Lord. He will be missed by so many. Our prayers are with all the family members.

Cheryl Franks-Woolsey - Tyler Franks' Mom

So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.

Roger And Carol Hulse - Freind

Sorry to hear of Roy,s death, may the Lord be with you

Flossie Bequette - Friend

Dear Ruby, LaDonna and Tim. I am so sorry to learn of your loss. My deepest sympathies are sent to you all.

Merice Mills - Friend

orry to hear about roy gene

Joe Wilhite

We are so sorry for your loss but thankful for the time you all had together. Loved you chicken farm in Cincinnati.

Glenita Randolph Guthrie - Cousin Of Ophilia

Bobby And Wanda Lovejoy

with all my sorry and love!!~ VAN jay

Van - Friend With Joe

Just want you all to know that Im thinking of you all.

April Robinson - Tyler's Aunt

We are thinking of you all during this difficult time and will continue to pray for the peace of God to comfort you at this time.

Bobby Jack & Shirley Spears

Tim and Ladonna so sorry about your dad if i can do any thing for you please let me know

Rick Bartholomew - Cousin

I am sorry for your loss, I will miss Roy's friendship and humor.

James R. McReynolds (junior) - Cousin Of Ophilia

Ophelia, you have my deepest sympathy for the loss of Roy Gene. Your family is here for you with love-filled hearts. Sustain your strength for the days that ly ahead by leaning on the everlasting arms our Heavenly Father. Love, Brenda

Brenda McReynolds Blue - First Cousin To Ophelia Franks

I was very sorry to hear of Roy Gene's passing. He was a sweet guy. He was always nice. Since we both worked at Tyson at one time, he always asked me how Tyson chickens were doing. :) He will be greatly missed. I'm sure he's up there right now giving my mother.

Telisa Lowe - 2nd Cousin