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Visitation:
Sunday, September 7, 2025
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Secor Funeral Home
Willard, Ohio
and
Monday, September 8, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Secor Funeral Home
Willard, Ohio
Service:
Monday, September 8, 2025
1:00 PM
Secor Funeral Home
Willard, Ohio
Duane R. Frankart, age 63, of Shelby, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025. He was born on September 19, 1961 in Norwalk, Ohio to Jack R. and Ann M. (Hammersmith) Frankart.
Duane loved the Lord and was an active member of the Willard Church of the Nazarene where, with his wife Karen, he led married couple’s groups and Compassionate Ministry. He worked at R.R. Donnelley for 32 years before going to work at Sears as a Residential Appliance Repair Technician, Mason Equity as a Maintenance Supervisor, and currently working as the Maintenance Technician for Sam’s Club and Walmart in Ontario, Ohio.
He enjoyed the Miami Dolphins and OSU Football, 80’s music, fishing, donuts, and Big Foot. He enjoyed fixing things and was good at it. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his wife, children and grandchildren, and his church family.
Duane is survived by his wife, Karen, whom he married on February 14, 2006; children, Kelly Paull of Dayton, Ohio; Shannon (Daniel) Parsons of Shelby, Ohio; James (Natalie) Frankart of Bowling Green, Ohio; Michael (Emily) Smith of Ashland, Ohio; and Jacob Frankart of East Lake Weir, Florida; grandchildren, Kendal, Kaiden, Elliot, Kolton, Eddie, Kody and Jack; parents, Jack and Ann Frankart of Willard, Ohio; siblings, Deano Frankart of Willard, Ohio; Dianne Frankart of Shelby, Ohio; Darlene (Pete) Gianndrea of Summerville, South Carolina; Daren (Brenda) Frankart of Willard, Ohio; and Devin Frankart of McAllen, Texas; and 35 nieces and nephews that he loved dearly.
He is preceded in death by a daughter, Dana Renee Frankart; niece, Braeleigh Frankart; nephew, Nick Frankart; Grandma and Grandpa Hammersmith; Great-Grandma Tessie and Aunt Norma Ross.
Visitation will be at Secor Funeral Home in Willard, Ohio on Sunday, September 7, 2025 from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Visitation will continue on Monday, September 8, 2025 from 11:00 AM until the time of his service at 1:00 PM with Pastor James Pomerich officiating. Burial will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery in New Haven, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the Compassionate Ministry at the Willard Church of the Nazarene. Online condolences may be made to Duane’s family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com
Condolences
Thomas Leach - Sep 15, 2025
I was deeply saddened to hear about Duane’s passing. Though it’s been years since our high school days, I still remember his warmth and easy laughter. He had a way of making people feel seen, and that kind of spirit stays with you. My heartfelt prayers go out to his family during this difficult time—may they find comfort in the love that surrounds them and the memories that endure. Thomas Leach
Kathy Brown (Dawson) - Sep 11, 2025
Sorry to hear this,I worked with him at Donneleys back in the 80's RIP, Prayers for all the families...
Patty Kocher - Sep 9, 2025
Karen, I was so sorry to read of Duane's passing this past week. I will be praying for you and your family for comfort, strength and the peace of the Lord that surpasses all understanding! My sincere sympathy to the Frankart Family!
Jolynn Ware - Sep 8, 2025
God hugs. So sorry for all of you but you know he is already celebrating his heavenly home
Nancy Tackett - Sep 7, 2025
Prayers and condolences to family and friends. Another soul gone to soon. Rest easy, Duane
steven newmeyer - Sep 7, 2025
RIP Duane.I haven’t seen you since we were back in school.We grew up back in the day on park st.May the good lord bless your family
Jim and Marlene Henry - Sep 7, 2025
Jack, Ann and family, we send sympathy. We never expect our children to precede us. It seems like yesterday that they were school mates. We must be comforted with all these good memories and a life well lived.
Cheryl Hamons - Sep 6, 2025
Karen and families, Frankart families, my sincere condolences. My heart breaks for your loss. It is one of those times we say-why Lord. But we know He has you all in His hands. Allow the Lord to give you the peace that passes all our understanding.
Valarie Bogner - Sep 6, 2025
My heart felt sympathy goes out to Duane's family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Jesus said "There is more than enough room in my Father's home. If this were not so, would I have told you that I'm going to prepare a place for you? When everything is ready, I will come and get you, so that you will always be with me where I am." Take comfort in His words that one day you will meet again and it will be like no time has passed. I pray for Jesus to wrap his arms around you and comforts you.
Jason Dials - Sep 5, 2025
Darren, so sorry to hear about your brother. May he rest in peace and live on through his family. God bless, brother.
Larry and Phyllis Hamons - Sep 5, 2025
You and your family are in our prayers. May God give you peace and comfort. Lean on Him to help you through this time.
Robert & Bridget Tipton - Sep 5, 2025
Dear God, We lift up our friend Karen and family who is mourning the loss of a loved one. I pray that You bring them comfort amidst this painful event. We hold on to Your promise of walking with us through the darkest valleys of our lives and I know we are not alone, especially during this difficult time
Jeff & Linda Adams - Sep 5, 2025
Lost a good friend yesterday, we been friends since little boys, this is a hard loss, you grow apart when getting older, but you were always on my mind,I thank God I got to see you in the last month, going to miss you friend, save me a seat up there in heaven.🙏😓
Angela Parsons - Sep 5, 2025
Karen, let God be your comfort and peace. I am so sorry my beautiful friend, my heart aches for you.! You, will be in my heart and prayers every time God brings you to my mind!
John n Joan P - Sep 5, 2025
Know you r all in our prayers n hearts.
Brenda Daniel - Sep 4, 2025
My thoughts and prayers surround you and your family.
