of Batesville, AR
July 21, 1961 - April 3, 2023
Tony J. Franks, 61, of Batesville passed away April 3, 2023.
He was born July 21, 1961 in Batesville to Bobby Joe Franks and Eddie Jean Jones.
Tony was a fisherman, hunter, would give the shirt off his back, loved his friends like family and was one of the most knowledgeable people you could ever meet. He was known for his vast knowledge of pretty much everything and if you knew him, you know what that means!
Tony loved cars, racing, the love of his children, fishing, fishing tournaments, deer and turkey hunting, his family and cherished his friends. He enjoyed the joy of grandkids, meeting the great grands and helping others. That's my daddy, Tony Franks. He will be missed by many.
Survivors include two sons, Michael Franks (Brandy) of Batesville, Nathan Franks of Cushman; one daughter, Ashley Tharp (Tim) of Cushman; his parents, Bobby Joe Franks and Eddie Jean Jones of Batesville; one sister, Tammy Birkhead (Roger) of Locust Grove; ten grandchildren, Sadie Dildine (Hunter), Kaitlyn Renfrow, Joseph Franks, Hannah Franks, Ashtyn Bell, Ethan Bell, James Eason, Morgan Tharp, Mackenzie Tharp, Ethan Tharp; eight great-grandchildren, Eric, Lucas, Liam and Aldean Dildine, Nate Jaco, Chloe Foreman, Emily Franks and Augustus Lewis, as well as several nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Floyd and Edna Mae Franks; maternal grandparents, Ed and Imogene Jones; aunts and uncles, David jones, Jerry Dodd and Peggy Stevens.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 2:00-4:00pm at the Mt. Pleasant School Cafeteria.
Sign Guestbook
16 Condolence(s)
Rose Lightner
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
I know it's been more than 20 years or so since I talked to your dad, but I do have memories that make me smile when i think of him, he was always kind to me.
Greg Manry
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Donna Arnold
Saturday, April 8, 2023
Mildred (Johnson)Whorton
Thursday, April 6, 2023
Praying for all the family
Anne Reid
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Tammy, I’m so very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Connie L Johnson
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
May God Give all Comfort and Peace.
Kay Edwards
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Eddie Jean, so sorry, you have had so many losses. Condolences for the rest of the family.
Jan Burrow Qualls
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Fly to the angels Tony ...You are all in my thoughts and prayers
Janie Craig Holder
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Sorry for your loss, praying for the family
Debbie Vanover
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
so sorry to hear of his passing. prayers for all the family, and friends.
Donna franksdonna78.df@gmail.com
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
I am so sorry for the loss of Tony. I know you all are heartbroken . Lots of love and hugs and prayers to get Tammy, Bobby Joe, Eddie Jean . Ashley. Michael and Nathan through this difficult. Time
Karen rambadt humbrecht
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Lisa Franks
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
You were a man of many different passions throughout your life. I'm glad we got to see each other grow older and wiser over all of the years. We got to share many ups and downs. But we had an understanding about each other. I'll think of you every time I see a rattlesnake. Rest easy Tony
Russell & Laura Hughes
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Thinking of all the family and friends at this time. We all loved Tony! Praying for peace and comfort to all that loved Tony. Rest in peace our friend!
Alan Vickery
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
In our thoughts and prayers,
Phyllis, Alan, Paige, & Andrew Vickery
Cindi Griffin
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Michael, Ashley and Nathan, I am so sorry to hear about Tony. I know how much you all loved him. Keeping you in my prayers and asking for God's peace to hold you during this time.
Love you all.
Aunt Cindi and Uncle Micah