O.B. “Jack” Franks of Austin, Texas went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 2, 2005 at the age of 84.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Frances Opal of Austin. One daughter, Nancy Ann and husband Lester of Austin. Two grandsons, who were the joy of his life, Lester Hampton Haines III and his wife Stacy of Georgetown, TX and Johnny Mance Haines and wife Erica of Austin, TX. Two great-grandchildren, Shelby Nicole Haines and Cody Hampton Haines of Georgetown, TX. One brother, William Harold Franks and wife Frankie of Deer Park, TX and a sister, Wanda Jean Williams and husband Newell of Pasadena, TX., and numerous other nieces, nephews and other family members.

Jack, a native Texan, was born in Arlie on January 25, 1920, He graduated from Shamrock High School in Shamrock, TX and then attended Texas Tech until he volunteered for active duty in the Army a few months after Pearl Harbor. Jack’s love of his country was a guiding force for the rest of his life. He loved to fly airplanes and helicopters and was an active member of the Texas National Guard until his retirement as a Colonel in 1979. After retiring he also served as a bailiff at the Travis County Court House.

Jack, a member of Crestview United Methodist Church, loved the Lord and loved to share his faith with others. He was actively involved in the prison ministry for many years.

The family will receive friends from 6-8p.m. on Tuesday, January 4, 2005 at Cook-Walden./Capital Parks Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, January 5, 2005 at 10am at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home, followed by a military graveside service.

The family would like to thank all the countless friends, family and health care professionals who have loved and supported us during Jack’s extended illness. You were each a special blessing and we praise God for each of you.