Gordon G. Franks's obituary , Passed away on July 17, 2025 in Ely, Minnesota

Gordon G. Franks

May 17, 1938 - July 17, 2025 (87 years old)

Ely, Minnesota

Gordon G. Franks's obituary , Passed away on July 17, 2025 in Ely, Minnesota

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Peterson Funeral Chapel of Coleraine

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Gordon G. Franks

May 17, 1938 - July 17, 2025 (87 years old)

Ely, Minnesota

Gordon G. Franks Obituary

The world bids farewell to Gordon G. Franks of Ely, Minnesota, departing on July 17, 2025 at the age of 87. Gordon leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though Gordon may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Gordon touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, William Franks and Eleanor Franks (Kidwell); and his brother Paul Franks. He is survived by: his wife Audrey Franks of Ely; his children, David Franks (Arline) of Ely, Donald Franks of Ohio, Lynn Franks of Ely, Dean Franks (Karen) of Duluth and Dale Franks of Ely; and his cousin Dean Franks (Terri) of Palo Cedro, California.. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Peterson Funeral Chapel of Coleraine



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