Franklin W. Lay Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Franklin W. Lay of Pana, Illinois, born in Vandalia, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 71, on November 4, 2022. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Carl Edward and Margaret Mabel Lay (Davidson); and his brothers, Carl Edward "Eddie" Lay Jr. and Mark Gregory "Greg" Lay. He is survived by: his children, Benjamin Edward Lay (Lutricia) and Elizabeth Lay; and his siblings, Elvin Lay, Teresa (Mike Phelps), Janet Galimba and Donna (Mike Collins).

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to an organization of the donor's choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hohlt & File Funeral Home Ltd

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November 14, 2022

Vicki (Blankenship) Nash wrote a sympathy message

“I’m so very sorry to hear of Frankie’s passing. Sympathy & prayers to the Lay family. They hold a special place of memories in my heart.❤️🙏 Vicki (Blankenship) Nash”

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