Frank Franz Jr.

"For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life." John 3:16 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Frank Franz, Jr., 88, who left us peacefully surrounded by his wife and children on March 16, 2024. Frank was born in 1935 in Hidalgo, Texas. He was the oldest of 9 children born to Francisco and Concepcion Franz. He attended schools in Hidalgo and McAllen, Texas. He was a graduate of McAllen High School Class of 1954 and attended Pan American Junior College. Tough times led him to Michigan for employment where he worked at the Michigan Steel Mill. In 1958, Frank was drafted by the United States Army and attended basic training at the Fort Hood Base. Coincidentally Elvis Presley also trained at Fort Hood but was in a different division. After completion of basic training Frank was sent to Stuttgart Headquarters in Germany and served his country from 1958-1960. After his service in the United States Army, Frank returned to Hidalgo and began his career working for the City of McAllen at the McAllen-Hidalgo International Bridge as a Toll Collector followed by a promotion to Director of Operations. He worked for the City of McAllen for 31 years. In 1971, Frank met the love of his life and soul mate, Socorro Garcia. They were married on June 16, 1972. Within a couple of years the couple added Melissa and Frank Anthony to their family. One of Frank’s biggest joys was pulling his trailer and traveling around the United States with his wife. He loved sharing stories about their travels with everyone. Frank was also an active member at his Parish, Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church, where he served as a Eucharistic Minister. He was also a volunteer at Rio Grande Regional Hospital completing 20 years of service. Frank was a devoted family man who loved his wife, children and grandchild above all else. His kindness and compassion made him a cherished and loyal friend to many. Frank never met a stranger. He was preceded in death by his parents Francisco and Concepcion Franz; his brothers, Johnny Franz, Robert Franz, Jimmy Franz, Freddie Franz and sister, Esther F. Rodriguez. He is survived by his wife Socorro; daughter Melissa Franz-Sepolio (Cory) of Houston, Texas; son Frank Anthony Franz III (Lisa) of McAllen, Texas and granddaughter Addyson Hope Sepolio of Houston. His surviving siblings are Elena F. Ubias of Pasadena, Texas; Elia Franz of Hidalgo, Texas; Rodolfo (Yolanda) Franz of Hidalgo, Texas as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will take place at Kreidler Funeral Home in McAllen on March 21, 2024 from 5 to 8 p.m. with a rosary at 7 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church Chapel in McAllen on March 22, 2024 at 10 a.m. followed by interment at Rio Grande Valley State Veterans Cemetery in Mission at 1 p.m. A special thank you to the McAllen VA Clinic, WellMed at Cross Roads clinic, Alfredo Gonzalez Texas State Veterans Home staff and Harbor Hospice. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church Building Fund. Sign the guest book at www.myrgv.com.

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Frank Franz Jr.

March 16, 2024