Dortha Mae Francke Obituary
The passing of Dortha Mae Francke of Chattanooga, Tennessee, born in Mattoon, Illinois leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on August 29, 2024 at the age of 93. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Dortha had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Dortha may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Ralph Janes and Nellie Thornton Janes; her husband Charles Francke, Jr.; and her sister Kathy Hash. She is survived by: her children, Doe Perkerson (Phil) and Charles "Charley" Francke, III (Denise Winland); and her grandchildren, Shannon Francke, Brent Perkerson (Ashley Fraser), Eric Francke and Maegan Espy (Tanner). She is also survived by nine great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers the family respectfully requests memorial contributions be made to Humane Educational Society, 4155 Randolph Circle, Chattanooga, TN 37406.
