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Billy Franks

May 7, 1939 -
January 15, 2022
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Billy W. Franks, age 82, passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at his residence in Racine.

Born on May 7, 1939 in Tuscumbia, AL, he was the son of Ed Warren and Pearl Franks. From 1959-1961, Billy proudly served his country in the U.S. Army.

On October 14, 1961, he was united in marriage to Ruby Harris in Florence, AL.

Throughout the years, Billy worked as a Machine Operator at J.I. Case in Racine. Post retirement, he spent 10 years with Airflow Technologies.

Billy dedicated great efforts in grooming his yard. He took great pride in making it look gorgeous. He also loved football- the Dallas Cowboys and Alabama “Roll Tide”. It’s no surprise that he loved the slot machines at the casino as well- he always won. Above all else, he loved family driving trips out west, and his beloved dogs, Chief and Kandy.

Billy will be dearly missed by his wife, Ruby; his children, Anthony (Michelle) Franks, Tammy (Gary) Horne, Karen (Dan) Marano, Bobby Franks, Billy (Christie) Franks, Jr.; his grandchildren, Anthony and Daniel Franks, Ashley Stahl, Gary Vernon Horne, Marissa Franks, Katelyn Marano; his great-grandchildren, Avery, Allyson, Anderson, Gabe, Andrew, Olivia.

Service Info

A gathering of relatives and friends will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at the Piasecki Funeral Home 3720 39th Avenue with full military honors to follow.

  • Posted by:
    Tim Fanelli

    To the Entire Franks family, Your father was such a good friend to our family. I remember our parents getting together when we were just kids. My sincere condolences to all of you. May God bless you and bring you comfort in your time of loss. Tim Fanelli

  • Posted by:
    Deborah Lenzing-Bauer

    Dear Ruby and Family, So, Sorry for your loss. I remember so many years ago, being at Aunt Hazel's home, you and Billy and family, would be there. Must have been a family picnic. I saw your daughter's name in a friend's post. From that post on a Aquaduck member. Made me think of you and your family, I now wish I would have tried to request a friend, from your daughter. I did ask family - James Allred, said Ruby mother and our grandma Ada Allred were sisters. Would enjoy talked to you, 262-884-4445, just leave a message.