Franky Brown

surrounded by his loved ones after his battle with testicular cancer.

He was born January 5, 1989 at St. Edward's Hospital.

He is survived by his mother and father, Rosa I. and James H. Brown, and sister, Christina M. Brown and a very large extended family.

Graduated from Northside High School class of 2007 where he was a member of JROTC and NHS Choir.

Graduated from Arkansas Career Training Institute with a certification in Food Service. Upon graduation he went to work at Mercy Hospital, formerly St. Edward's Hospital. Franky worked for Mercy for 15 years until his death.

He was a member of First United Methodist Church. He was an active member of the Chancel Choir and a member of Chapel Sunday School Class.

During his early years he enjoyed singing in the children's choir, vacation bible school, music camp and First youth.

Franky enjoyed watching college football, basketball, and baseball.,and of course whatever team Tom Brady was playing for.

Faith and family were very important to Franky. After being diagnosed with cancer he would share his testimony with anyone and everyone that would listen. He loved going to work and spending time with family and his dogs.

Visitation will be Thursday, June 29, 2023, from 5 -7 PM at Edwards Funeral Home.

Funeral Service will be 10:00 AM Friday in the Sanctuary at First United Methodist Church, with burial to follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Christopher Kaelin, Paul Kaelin, Manuel DeLaRosa, Carlos DeLaRosa, Jose Gaeta Jr., and Zumauri Releford.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to:

First United Methodist Church

200 North 15th Street

Fort Smith, AR 72901

Mercy Health Foundation Fort Smith

2901 S. 74th

Fort Smith , AR 72903

In memo write co-worker food pantry

Online condolences may be sent to: www.edwardsfuneralhome.com