McDavid "Mack" Ray Franks passed away on July 20, 2024, at Huntsville Hospital. He was born on October 4, 1937, in Brilliant to David Franks and Robert and Verna Mae Galloway. Mack went to Fayette High School and served in the United States Navy. He lived in Hamilton for 53 years, was employed by the telephone company for 35 years and was a longtime member of the Masonic Lodge. Mack was a member of the Hamilton Church of Christ and enjoyed leading the hymns. In his spare time, he liked to work in his yard, take his puppy for walks, and spend time with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Eunie "Vickie" Vee Franks; children, Ray Franks (Valorie) and Teresa Wilson (Rock); grandchildren, Rob Franks, Drew Franks (Samantha) and Keyla Parker Piechocki (Scott); great-grandchildren, Olivia Franks, AJ Franks, Ada Franks, Samuel Piechocki and Daniel Piechocki; and sister, Deloris Thompson (Henry).
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Larry Galloway. Services were held at Marion County Funeral Home in Hamilton on Monday, July 22, 2024. The burial was held at Mt Olive Free Will Baptist Church cemetery in Guin.
Marion County Funeral Home
3325 Bexar Avenue East
Hamilton, AL 35570
205-921-5777
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