Rodney Ray Franke Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Rodney Ray Franke of Lancaster, Ohio, who passed away on January 26, 2026, at the age of 72, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Rodney Ray Franke or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Rodney is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Rodney's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Norman R. Franke Sr. and Cathleen C. Franke (Osborne); and his siblings, Charles F. Franke, Richard E. Franke, Gary L. Franke, Mick Franke and Shirley A. French.
He is survived by: his brother Norman Franke Jr. (Sharon); and his nieces and nephews, Kristen Franke, Cathy French, Doug Franke (Sarah), Dustin Franke and Tim Franke.
