Charles W. Franks, Sr., age 58, of Uniontown, passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024 in Uniontown Hospital with his loving family by his side. He was born June 16, 1966 in Uniontown, PA son of the late Charles R. Franks and Connie Rinehart Franks.
Charles was a 1984 graduate of Laurel Highlands High School. He worked as a truck driver. Charles was a member of Uniontown Church of the Brethren. He was a member of the Polish Club and Amend Gun Club. He enjoyed fishing, camping and shooting pool.
Left to cherish Charles’ memory are his sons, Charles W. Franks, Jr. (Brooke) of Lemont Furnace and William E. Franks of Oliver, PA; sisters, Cheryl Franks (Diane Butler) of Hopwood and Kim Franks of Uniontown; five grandchildren; many close friends and his dog Scruffy his best companion and protector. He was affectionately called dad by Jessie Thorpe (Dustin) and Katie Carter (Sarah).
Arrangements have been entrusted to the ANDREW D. FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORIES, INC., 80 Morgantown St., Uniontown, PA. Family and friends are invited to meet at Oak Lawn Cemetery on Wednesday, November 13th at 10:45 for a graveside service celebrating Charles’ life at 11:00 AM with Pastor Edward Moore officiating.
Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at adferguson.com or the funeral home Facebook page.
