Birth date: Jun 28, 1976 Death date: Nov 24, 2017
Thomas J. Franks, born June 28, 1976 passed away on Friday, November 24, 2017 surrounded by his family. Mr. Franks is survived by his loving wife, Dietchie M. Franks; daughter, Ofelia Franks; parents, James and Cheryl Franks; mot Read Obituary
Rest In Peace Cousin
Dearest Cousin, You will be missed by us all. We are saddened by your passing. We are comforted knowing that you are pain free and dancing in Heaven. Thank you for being such a loving husband to Dietchie and a loving father to Ofelia. Until we meet again. Love the Adams Family
Thomas we had alot of great memories together from Texas to Germany and Iraq. I will miss the many laughs that we shared on the flight line together as well as the phone calls to catch up on life as we never missed a beat no matter how much time passed. You were an inspiration to others around you and always looked at the positive side of any situation. We are sending prayers that the Lord will be with your family and friends that are left behind.
I still remember the smile you gave me when I first started working at Starbucks. Everything was so easy around you. Never stressed about the rush, or the cleaning we had to do. Thank you for always putting a smiley face next to the customers name. Thanks for being excellent and a wonderful friend. You'll be missed. Everyone will miss you. Thanks for being kind, truthful, unique, humble, passive and a wonderful friend. Your heart will always remain with us. We love you and we'll miss you!
I met Tom during my time at Starbucks and we had became friends very quickly. He was the nicest person you'd ever meet and was the easiest person to talk to. On more than a million occasions he'd stop in the middle of a rush just to talk to a person and made sure they were doing good or just had something new going on life. He was always interested in what you had to say and never judged you or made you feel embarrassed. There were so many things like, little dumb stories or jokes I'd keep to myself at work and just waited for Tom to show up so I could tell him. He understood. He understood and had been there with his own stories and funny perspective. I hated it there but with him, you know, it wasn't so bad and I was never alone. He was an amazing person and will be missed deeply. But he'll remain in the hearts of every one who met him, from his family to colleagues, co workers, daily customers, the random out of town people visiting for graduation or even someone just passing by and noticing his awesome bikes and wanting to meet the owner. Rest well, friend.
Franks, we have gone through so much over the years together, from basic training all the way to Iraq. I know that even through all of the bad that has happened to you over the past few years, you were able to keep your spirits up and keep a smile on your face and I know that is what kept Dietchie and Ofelia strong through it all. You were an outstanding husband, father, and friend, and you will be missed. I will keep you in my thoughts always.
Tommy, you will always be special to me. There are so many good memories. Wishing you joy and peace in your heavenly home. Please say hi to Uncle Bill and Uncles Billy and Ray. Gonna miss you bunches.
Tommy was a funny and talented guyand will be missed dearly. May he rest in peace ,sending my condolences to his family keeping you in my thoughts and prayers .
Thomas, it is with a heavy heart that this note is written. My prayers are with Dietchie and Ofelia during their great loss. You were a wonderful husband and father. It seems so long ago when we had first met at Fort Hood. It was under the harshest of conditions that some of my fondest memories with you were made. That of course was in service to our country in Iraq. You were an outstanding Apache helicopter mechanic, honorable, level headed and kind. Thank you for your friendship and selfless service. The Lord has a good Soldier serving him now.
Rest in peace Thomas.
