Frances Joan Franks, 96, passed away Sunday, July 10, 2016, at Kings Daughter and Sons. She was a member of Bartlett Baptist Church. She will be remembered as loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Mrs. Frances was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Ray H. Franks. Survivors include her daughter, Sandra Austin(Bill); her son, Tommy Franks(Sarah Ann); one brother, Leo Taylor; three grandchildren, Thomas Franks Jr., Mike Austin, Debra Severs and six great grandchildren. The family will receive friends Tuesday, July 12, 2016 from 1-2pm with services to follow at 2:00 pm. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Midtown.