James E. Franks, 90, of Bobtown, Pa., passed away Sunday, April 10, 2022, at the Waynesburg Health and Rehab Center following a lengthy illness. Born in Bobtown, Pa. on Dec. 9, 1931, he was the son of the late Silas and Sarah Elizabeth (Bane) Franks.
A proud member of the United Mine Workers of America, he was a hard working miner and respected by his fellow coal miners. Jim had worked at the Shannopin Mine in Bobtown, Pa. and retired after over 37 years in the mines. He was also a member and former manager of the Polish Club, the Rod and Gun Club and Senior Citizens, all in Bobtown, Pa. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and especially spending time in his garden.
Surviving is his loving wife of 63 years, Alma Jean (Stout) Franks; a daughter, Mrs. Dave (Lisa) Garrison, of Bobtown, Pa.; three grandchildren, Timmy (Nikki) Pratt, Nicholas (Heather) Pratt and Holli (James) Grendel; great-grandchildren, Zach, Tyler, Timmy Jr., Alex, Lora, Nikki, Attia, Alaska and Eli; five great-great-grandchildren; his godson, John Latanation; two stepbrothers, Albert Franks and Ralph “Duke” Franks, both of Bobtown, Pa.; three stepsisters, Alma, Kathy and Marcy; many nieces and nephews; and several in-laws.
He was the last of his immediate family. Also deceased is his daughter, Lora J. Franks, on Feb. 12, 2017; a granddaughter, Heidi Garrison; his stepmother, Carrie (Nice) Franks; and several stepbrothers and sisters.
Friends will be received by his family in the Bobtown United Methodist Church, from noon until 1 p.m., the hour of a memorial service, on Thursday, April 21, with the Rev. Ed Hanley officiating. Arrangements are in the care of the Richard R. Herod Funeral Home, Point Marion, Pa.
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