Fredrick Lewis Franko Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Fredrick Lewis Franko, 64, of Caroga Lake, NY, passed away on Tuesday, June 14, 2022, at Albany Medical Center. Born in Gloversville, NY, on March 5, 1958, he was the son of the late Fredrick and Sarah (Lewis) Franko. Fred was a 1976 graduate of Johnstown High School, and received a bachelor’s degree in Architecture in 1983 from the University of Detroit. He also lived in Colorado, California, and Oregon before returning to Fulton County in 2000. In 2017, the family moved into their dream home in Caroga Lake that he was able to design and build. Mr. Franko was employed as Director of Design with Hyman Hayes Associates in Latham at the time of his death. He was a member of the Town of Caroga Planning Board. Fred was a voracious reader and enjoyed all the outdoor activities Caroga Lake had to offer. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He married his wife, Susan (Cox) Franko, on June 29, 1993, at his parents’ home in Johnstown, NY. Survivors include his wife; two children, Scott (Erin) Hock of Johnstown and Erika (Tia) Hock of Glenville; a brother, Michael (Rita) Franko of Johnstown; a stepsister, Barbara (John) Mullens of Speculator; five grandchildren, Soria and Asher Hock, and Cameron, Caden, and Callan Hock; one nephew, Jason (Wendy) VanAlstyne; three nieces, Emily (Eric) Cheney, and Mia & Gina Franko; as well as several cousins and friends. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his stepmother, R. Frances Franko. Cremation was performed at Park View Crematorium, Schenectady, NY. Calling hours will be held on Monday, June 20, 2022, from 4-6pm at the Robert M. Halgas Funeral Home, Inc., 111 County Highway 106 (Corner of Route 29 & Black Street), Johnstown, NY. A memorial service will follow at 6pm with Rev. Dr. Bonnie Orth, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Brennan Memorial Humane Society or to the Fulton County Regional SPCA, both in care of the funeral home.

Fredrick Lewis Franko

March 5, 1958 - June 14, 2022

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