William J. Franks

William J. Franks, 87, of Owego, formerly of Newark Valley, passed away peacefully Saturday December 11, 2010. Bill was predeceased by his wife Florence (Bohne) Franks and his son William Franks. He is survived by his daughters, Gail Franks; Donna (Herbert) Hall; his son Robert J. Franks; his brother Edward Franks, his grandchildren Mandy and Adam and his great-grandson, William. Born in Howard Beach, Long Island on May 2, 1923 he was a son of the late Edward and Grace (Samurl) Franks. A veteran of WWII he served in the US Navy. He was a member or the VFW Post 1371 Owego and a lifetime member of the Weltonville Fire Co. His trademark farewell Goodbye Bill in his boisterous voice could not be missed as he left the premises. Bill was larger than life and will be missed by all who knew him, especially his lifelong friends Shirley and the late Nelson Houston.Respecting his wishes there will be no visitation or service. Memorials in Bills memory may be directed to the Weltonville Fire Co., c /o Connie Fedorowicz, 150 Lower Fairfield Rd., Newark Valley, NY 13811. The Cooley Family of MacPherson Funeral Home, Newark Valley is assisting with arrangements and memories and condolences to Bills family may be shared by visiting our website at www.macphersonfuneralhome.com