Richard "Rick" Franz

July 6, 1953 - October 8, 2019

Richard "Rick" G. Franz, age 66, passed away suddenly on October 8, 2019, while running, something he loved to do. He was born in Columbus, Ohio to the late Edward and Ursula Franz. Rick is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Sandy Franz; children, Bryan (Mary) Franz, Tracy (Zach) Keyes, and Kelly Franz; grandchildren, Wesley Richard, Carmen, Bronson, and Rylie; siblings, Ursula, Edward, David; and many other family and friends. Rick was an avid sports fan and especially loved the Yankees, Buckeyes, and Browns. He enjoyed the Indy 500 and loved gardening and cooking. Mostly, Rick loved his family. He will be deeply missed. Celebration of Life to be held Saturday, October 12, 2019 at 11am at Northwest Church of the Nazarene, 5707 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Ohio 43235. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Rick's honor to the Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital. Day Funeral Service is honored to serve the family of Rick Franz.