Shorty Franz Obituary
We bid farewell to Shorty Franz of Colby, Wisconsin, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 25, 2025 at the age of 76. Shorty touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William Franz and Dorothy Franz Sr. (Markey); his daughter Kristy Franz; his grandson Isaac Franz; and his siblings, Carol Robertson, Geniveve Arndt, Beatrice Rue and Charles Franz.
He is survived by: his wife Carol McFarland; his children, William A. Franz III, Donald Franz (Lolita), Donna Post (Dan), Clarence Franz and Crystal Franz; his grandchildren, Seasha Franz (Jason), Kyler Post, Alexis Post, Stacy Franz, Angel Weber and Michael Ethridge-Franz; his great grandchildren, Nathaniel Riihinen, Ellimere Riihinen, Lylliane Benzschawel and Vivianne Benzschawel; his sister Annette Franz; and his sister-in-law Jackie Franz. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.