John W Frank

John W. Frank, 79, of Charlotte, died November 20, 2016 after a lengthy illness. John was born on April 5, 1937 in Charlotte the son of Oscar and Helen (Worden) Frank. He was a Grand Ledge High School graduate and had served his country in the United States Marine Corp. On March 4, 1961, he married Collette Rose, daughter of Harold and Nancy (Farrier) Rose. He retired after 32 years at the GM-Oldsmobile plant in Lansing, starting out working on the engine block floor and retiring as a supervisor there. John loved cars, music, woodworking, and having coffee with friends at Willie’s Restaurant. He was preceded in death by his parents, son Jamie, and sister, Darlene Briskie. John is survived by his wife of 55 years, Collette, son, Jeffrey (Linda) Frank, daughter, Marcie Julson and 4 grandsons. Services will be held Monday, November 28, 2016 at 11:00 AM at the Burkhead-Green Funeral Home in Charlotte with Pastor John Bailey officiating. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 27, 2016, from 3-5 PM. Interment will be in the Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. www.burkhead-greenfuneralhome.com