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Franklin R. Gould

July 27, 1921 — March 19, 2018

Franklin R. Gould

Franklin R. Gould of Deford, age 96, passed away on Monday, March 19, 2018 at his home. Frank was born July 27, 1921 in Caro, the son of the late Clarence and Gladys (Schmeltz) Gould. He proudly served his country with the U.S. Army from 1942 to 1946 while stationed in Alaska and the Alutiiq Islands. Frank was employed as a lineman at G.M. Truck and Coach in Pontiac until his retirement. He was united in marriage with the former Muriel J. Butler on June 1, 1960 in Pontiac, and the couple moved to the Kingston-Deford area in 1980. Muriel preceded him in death on December 16, 2007. Frank was known for his regimented routine, and lights were always out by 10:00 p.m. He also enjoyed time spent with friends, watching television, being outdoors and spending time in his shed. Nothing, however, made him happier than being with his grandchildren. Frank is survived by his one step-son and his wife, Jimmie & Regina Pearson of Clarkston; one granddaughter, Julie Pearson of Deford; five great-grandchildren, Ebony Pearson of Pontiac, Markesha Shelton of Caro, Marc Shelton of Caro, Tiara Anthony of Deford, and Asia Morgan of Deford; three sisters, Lois & Gilbert Burle of Washington, Betty Kuffner of South Carolina, and Virginia Gould of Detroit. Frank was preceded in death by one grandson, James Pearson in 2008; one sister, Lillian Donna Gould in 2013; and two brothers, Clarence Gould, Jr. and Chuck Gould. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 23, 2018 at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home in Caro with Rev. Brad Speirs officiating. A private burial will be held at the East Dayton Cemetery. The family will be present to receive friend at the funeral home on Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to the Disabled American Veterans. Visitation Information Date: Thursday, March 22, 2018 Time: 6:00 pm End Time: 8:00 pm Ransford Collon Funeral Home Address: 989-673-2175 | Map The family will be present to receive friend at the funeral home on Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Service Information Date: Friday, March 23, 2018 Time: 11:00 am Ransford Collon Funeral Home Address: 989-673-2175 | Map Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 23, 2018 at the Ransford Collon Funeral Home in Caro with Rev. Brad Speirs officiating.

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