Gary E. Franks Obituary
The memory of Gary E. Franks of Bolivar, Ohio, who passed away on May 13, 2026 at the age of 80, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gary E. Franks to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lawrence Franks and Martha Franks (Morrison); his sister Shirley; and his brothers-in-law, Dean Gerber and Dick McCoy.
He is survived by: his children, Dave Franks (Joyce) of Dover, Brenda Neading (Dave) of Bolivar, Jennifer Franks of Bolivar and Lori Stotzer (Dan) of Zoarville; his grandchildren, Missy Tylke (Brandon), Nate Ady (Amy), Amber Zwick (Cory), Julie Bowersock (Dustin), Alex Pierre, Caleb Sachs (Naomi), Jaden Sachs, Gary Sachs (Jaime), Lauren Stotzer and Logan Stotzer; his great grandchildren, Tatum, Asher, Zander, Lilly, Owen, Cade, Sage, Roman, Rory and Harper; and his siblings, Bob Franks (Judy) of Bolivar, Sandy McCoy of New Philadelphia and Norma Franks of Bolivar.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the East Sparta Church of Christ, 4796 Cross Roads Rd NE, Magnolia, OH 44643.
