Franklin Fyke's Obituary
Franklin Fyke, 60, of Decatur, died Saturday, August 11, 2012 in Decatur Manor Health Care. Mr. Fyke was born June 22, 1952, in Decatur, son of Oval Richard and Ruby Mae (Proffitt) Fyke. Franklin worked as a machinist for 33 years at Mueller Company. Surviving is his children: Jennifer (Rod) Russell of KS, Stephanie (Jerimie) Leimkuehler of KS, and Chad (Christy) Fyke of Dalton City; five grandchildren; siblings: Danny (Linda) Fyke of Decatur, Jerry (Gabi) Fyke of Argenta, Judy (John) Campbell of Decatur, and Gary (Brenda) Fyke of Decatur; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Franklin was preceded in death by his parents; wife; sons: Danny Bufford and Brandon Fyke, and brother, Donald Fyke. The family request casual attire for the visitation that will be on Friday, August 17, 2012 from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at 11 a.m. in the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery concluding with the 'Flight Home' ceremony. Memorials: Homeward Bound Pet Shelter. Special thanks to Joann Clark for taking great care of Franklin.
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