February 22, 2018
Jane Campbell Franks Obituary On February 22, Heaven gained a lovely soul when Jane Campbell Franks passed away. Jane was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grand-mother, and friend to many. She had a gentle and quiet nature and will be remembered as a thoughtful woman with a sly sense of humor that she subtly conveyed to those closest to her. Born Mary Jane Campbell in Walla Walla, Washington, Jane was the only child of Richard and Margaret (Bowers) Campbell. She was proud of her mother's and father's WWII service in the Navy, and the three of them were very close. She attended Walla Walla High School where she twirled batons and received the Betty Crocker Homemaker award. She spent summers picking strawberries at Klickers to save for college. After high school, Jane moved to Spokane to attend Whitworth College where she graduated with her Bachelor's Degree in Education. Jane's first teaching position was in Metaline Falls and then continued teaching in the Tri-Cities. Finally she moved back to Spokane and taught at Garfield and Cooper Elementary schools, teaching first grade. She received the District 81 Distinguished Teacher Award in 1988 after she was nominated by her principal. It was during her time teaching at Cooper Elementary that Jane met her future husband, fellow educator Wes Franks. During the eight years they dated, Wes and Jane kept active, competing in various triathlons, motorcycle road trips, and cross country skiing. They were married on July 22, 1989 at St. John's Cathedral in Spokane. After welcoming their children, Margaret and Wesley, Jane decided to stay at home after fourteen years as an educator. She later returned to the classroom as a substitute teacher at Grant and Cooper Elementary Schools. As a mother, Jane continued to explore the Pacific Northwest with kayaking trips down the Little Spokane River and sailing on the family's sailboat on Pend Orielle. She was an avid walker, savoring her independence and time for reflection. Jane also loved trips to Priest Lake, Sunday coffee at Lindamans, and the family's schnauzer, Cuddles. Jane had a wide circle of lifelong friends, to whom she was a generous and thoughtful friend. She was recognized for her love of coffee, deep conversation, and thoughtful notes. She always had time for other people, demonstrating her love of others in small acts of kindness. Jane was also involved in the community; she attended Hamblen Presbyterian and St. Aloysius churches. She was also involved in Bible Study Fellowship, MOPS, and volunteered with Cup of Cool Water. Jane is survived by her husband, Wesley Robert Franks, of Spokane; daughter Margaret Franks Heitzmann, son-in-law Ajay, and grandson Oliver Gabriel of Bothell; son Wesley Richard Franks, of Spokane; as well as many relatives in the extended Franks family and her cousins in the Bowers family. She will be greatly missed by the many with whom she shared her life. A memorial service will be held at St. Aloysius Church in Spokane on April 28th at 1 pm with a reception following at Cataldo Hall. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to Hospice or Catholic Charities. � To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Jane, please visit our Tree Store. Read more Events FEB 22
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