Dorothy Mae Womble Franks

1930 - 2018

Dorothy Mae Womble Franks obituary, 1930-2018

BORN

1930

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Apex Funeral Home

550 W Williams St

Apex, North Carolina

Dorothy Franks Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 22, 2018.

Dorothy Womble Franks, 87, of Fuquay Varina, NC died at Transitions Life Care on Saturday, January 20, 2018 after a brief illness. She was born on December 29, 1930 in Wake County, NC to the late Roy and Lottie Lee Womble. Dorothy was "very much a farm girl, born and raised."

She is survived by a son, Joseph (Cherry) Franks of Angier, NC daughters; Joan (Nelson) Horton of Fuquay Varina, and SheraAnn (Harold) Henderson of Semora, NC; grandchildren Zane (Jessica) Franks, Jessica (Anthony) Cerame, Cody (Erin) Franks, and Tyson Henderson; and great-grandchildren Chase, Olivia, Colton and Grayson Franks and Caroline Cerame. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Walter Ray Franks.

A service to celebrate her life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 24, 2018 at Apex Funeral Home Chapel, 550 W. Williams St., Apex. The family will receive visitors on Tuesday, January 23 from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., at the home of Dorothy Franks, 6625 Maggiewood Lane, Fuquay Varina. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, please do a kind deed for someone or donate to a charity of one's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.ApexFuneral.net

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January 24, 2018

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January 24, 2018

Micheal Jones

I am so sorry I could not attend visitation or funeral service. Although I haven't seen her in years I do remember good times in the 4-H club. Always felt welcome there.
Michael Jones

January 23, 2018

Billy Green

My heart was saddened upon reading of Dot Frank's death in the N&O! What memories it brought back, having known the Franks family during days of 4-H and showing dairy cows, then later working with Wake Breeders Coop. What a wonderful family. I also remember Mr. Womble, Dot's father as I recall! To those of you who are family and live on, your roots were planted in the good stuff, that is good for life and everone around! Billy Green (Zebulon)

January 23, 2018

Gerald Atkins, Sr.

Reminding you warmly how much others care and would like to bring comfort somehow. And hoping you feel that God's presence is with you, supporting and helping you now. I will always cherish the memories Alva and I had with Dorothy and Walter Ray during our many years of cruising. With Deepest Sympathy.

January 22, 2018

Pat Johnson

Dorothy was a good friend and neighbor. She always made me feel welcome at her home when I would visit growing up. To Joe, Joan, Shera and all of your family, in the next few days when hurt is hard to bear may love become your shelter and may the beauty of Dorothy's precious memories be your comfort. I'm thinking of you.

January 22, 2018

Mae Langston-Cotten

January 22, 2018

Jane Murray

During your time of loss and sorrow, remember the wonderful life you were able to share and all the memories that will be with you forever.
My love and prayers are with you. Jane Murray

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23

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Dorothy Franks

6625 Maggiewood Lane, Fuquay Varina, NC

Jan

24

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Apex Funeral Home

550 W Williams St, Apex, NC 27502

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550 W Williams St, Apex, NC 27502

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