Franklin Delano Plank Obituary

The world bids farewell to Franklin Delano Plank in Gainesboro, Tennessee, born in Saginaw, Michigan, departing on April 15, 2026 at the age of 89. Franklin leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Franklin Delano Plank to show support.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Franklin's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Franklin's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may he find rest in the embrace of eternity.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ortis V. Plank and Dorothy DeVore Plank; and his sisters, Marion Ordway and Hazel Dobis. He is survived by: his wife Ruth Ann Kaiser Plank of Gainesboro; his children, Jeffrey Plank (Tammy) of Saginaw, Troy Plank (Dolly) of San Antonio, Texas, Kurt Plank of Hope, Michigan, Malinda Duperon (Robert) of Saginaw and Tammy Antinacio (Ray) of Clinton, Utah; and his sister Shirley Cressey of Lewiston, Michigan.. He is also survived by two great-grandchildren.