In Loving Memory of Wolfman aka Wally Franke Born on Feb. 4, 1939 Died on Sept. 22, 1994

The only time he ever got to sit on a bike 1994

The man, the story teller, the artist, fisherman, father, loved one, has departed our circle to follow his true endeavors, and he will be missed, but always remembered. May he continue his love of nature within the Summerland. After a rather discomforting battle with Crohn's Disease and other assiociated health problems, Wally passed away from this planet of ours on September 22, 1994. Wally's ashes were scattered by the willow tree planted in his honor on his land in Kentucky.

At Friendship Flea Market dressed in his "normal attire" 1994

Doing one of his favorite hobbies 1993

Wally retired in 1990 from working as a metallurgucal observer, for 33 years in a steel factory. He enjoyed working with wood and leather, and was known for his unique, and sometimes very strange, walking sticks and shafts. Any and all family, and friends who wish to share happy remembrances with Wally, or have photos or anything thing else they may feel worth while for posting on this page please feel free to email me with what you wish to have added.

We do not have to rely upon memories to recapture the spirit of those we have loved and lost - they live within our souls in some perfect sanctuary which even death cannot destroy - by Nan Witcomb, from "The Thoughts of Nanushka - Volumes VII-XII"

Kind Remembrance of Wally Growing Old in the Country * By Marilyn *= Article printed in Wally's hometown newspaper on 9/28/94.

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