Obituary of Ed Franken
Franken: Evert 'Ed' Peter -
A resident of Chatham (formerly of Blenheim), Evert Franken passed away at the Windsor Regional Hospital Ouellette Campus on September 13, 2020 at the age of 77.
Born in Amesfort Holland, Ed was the son of the late Evert and Evertje (Engelhoven) Franken.
Beloved husband of 28 years to Joanne DeBoer.
Loving father to Shelly (Mike) Hodge of Owen Sound, and Brad Franken of Blenheim.
Brother to Murray (Junita) Franken of Blenheim.
Sadly missed by nieces. nephews, and close friends.
Ed will be remembered by his many years in the trucking industry and love for fishing.
As per his wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will occur at a later date.
Donations made in memory of Evert to the Kidney Foundation would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
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