Dennis Franck

Dennis Peter Franck, 88, of rural Jay County, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at his home. 

He was born on Dec. 10, 1935, in St. Henry, Ohio, to the late Ferd and Esther (Olding) Franck. 

In addition to his parents, Dennis was preceded in death by his brothers, Donald Franck and Bob Franck; and his sister, Shirley Franck. 

Dennis is survived by his wife of 68 years, Joan (Martin) Franck, who he married on Sept. 11, 1955; his daughters, Deb Franck of Berne, Indiana, and Susan Addington of Jay County; his grandchildren Grace Brunswick and Chase (fiancé: Carli McBride) Addington; his great-grandchildren, Alli, Mercy, Maybrie, Nadalie and Roxanne; and his sisters-in-law, Brenda Franck, Marie Franck and Liz Lawson. 

Dennis was a 1954 graduate of Madison High School. He spent most of his life raising turkeys and farming. Later in life, Dennis drove semi for a few years. He was a member of the Fort Recovery VFW and Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church.

In his free time, Dennis enjoyed going up to his place in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, where his favorite pastime was fishing. He also enjoyed playing golf, cards and being with his family. 

A Liturgy of the Word service will be held at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at Brockman Boeckman Funeral Home, Fort Recovery, with Fr. Peter Logsdon officiating. 

Guests may visit with Dennis' family on Tuesday from 11 a.m. until the start of the service at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. 

Memorial contributions may be given to Compassus Hospice, 3530 W. Fox Ridge Lane, Muncie, IN 47304. 

Condolences may be shared with the family by visiting brockmanboeckmanfh.com.