Martha R. Frank, 92, of Gilbert, Arizona, passed away in her home on
Sunday, May 29, 2022, of natural causes. She was born March 14, 1930,
in Deerfield, Kansas and was raised on the family farm north of Garden
City.
After graduating from Garden City High School, she married Edward
Frank on November 24, 1948, in Garden City. Martha was a devoted Wife,
Mother, and Gramma. She was a member of the Sherlock Hustler’s EHU, and
the Sweet Adeline’s for many years. She enjoyed spending her time
gardening, fishing, VRing, and family activities.
Survivors include two sons Mike Frank of Gilbert, Arizona and Tim
Frank of Ness City, Kansas; 11 Grandchildren; and 13
Great-Grandchildren. Martha is preceded in death by her husband Edward
of 52 years, who died on December 22, 2000. She is also preceded in
death by a daughter Nancy Carroll Long; two brothers John Marquardt and
Pete Marquardt; and a sister Darlene Pirtle.
Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 5, 2022,
at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City with Fr. Jacob Schneider
officiating. Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery in Garden City.
There will be no calling hours.
The family suggests memorials given to St. Mary Catholic Church in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.