Thomas R. Frantz
April 19, 1976 ~ April 27, 2008
Thomas R. Frantz II, 32, of 94 Second Ave., Franklin, died at 6:25 a.m. Sunday, April 27, 2008, at UPMC Northwest Hospital. Born April 19, 1976, in Franklin, he was the son of Thomas R. Frantz and Peggy L. Rex. Mr. Frantz was a 1995 graduate of Rocky Grove High School. He was employed as a salesman/buyer for many area car dealerships and worked as the salesman/manager for Rex TV. He was also a notary public. Mr. Frantz loved to watch NASCAR and the Pittsburgh Steelers and enjoyed playing Texas Hold 'Em cards and camping. He loved spending time with his family, especially his two sons. Surviving are two children, Thomas Scott Frantz and Brandon Michael Frantz, both of Meadville; his father, Thomas R. Frantz and his wife, Connie, of Meadville; his mother, Peggy L. Buchna and her fianca??, Don Schaffer, of Franklin; two sisters, Tammy Buchna of Franklin and Chandra Frantz of Meadville; two brothers, Bryan Frantz of Meadville and Bill Buchna and his wife, Lisa, of Franklin. Also surviving are his maternal grandmother, Ruth Rex of Polk; his paternal grandparents, Roger R. and Doris R. Frantz of Oil City; uncles and aunts, including Gary Frantz of Denver, Colo., Glenn Frantz and wife Kari of Kandern, Germany, Clyde "Skip" Rex of Polk, Dennis Rex of Fredonia, N.Y., Jan Beichner and husband Ray of President and Darlene Rex of Tallahassee, Fla.; and several cousins. Preceding him in death were his grandfather, Clyde Rex; an uncle, Brian Frantz; and his step-father, Thomas Buchna. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the Robert W. Gardinier Funeral Home at 1315 Chestnut St., Franklin. Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Thursday in the funeral home. Rev. Philip Scherr, pastor of Good Hope Lutheran Church, will officiate. Interment will be in Sunset Hill Memorial Gardens. The family suggests memorials may be made to the Thomas and Brandon Frantz Education Fund, National City Bank, 201 Chestnut St., Meadville, 16335. Condolences may be sent online at www.gardinierfuneralhome.com.
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Just wanted to send my sympathies to all of Toms family. He will be greatly missed.
I met Tom through playing Texas Holdem at Louie San Felice’s house several years ago. We grew to be friends. My life has been enriched thru knowing him. I will miss him. I will pray for him and you as we all grief for him.
Tommy…You will be sadly missed. I will never forget your sense of humor and your kindness.
My condolences to Tom’s family. I’ll remember him for his quick hearty laugh and his wonderful fighting spirit to live. Not to mention the poker tournament that he won after going heads up against my then 10yr old son. God Bless.
GOD BLESS YOU TOM. ALTHOUGH WE HAVEN’T TALKED SINCE LAST SUMMER I’M GLAD WE GOT TO PRAY TOGETHER THEN. YOU FINALLY DREW THE ROYAL FLUSH AND I KNOW YOU ARE WITH THE GREATEST DEALER OF ALL AND ARE GETTING THE BEST HANDS. CHRIST’S PEACE TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
I can still hear Tom laughing the last time Keith and I seen him,He always said my dogs were my kids.
He was a very Sincere person and will be greatly missed,God Bless You Tom.Prayers go out to his family.
You have our deepest condolences and sympathy.
Josh and Allison Hockman
I didn’t know Tom all that long, but for the yr. or two that I did, he was a great guy. Friendly, honest, and ALWAYS upbeat even during that time when it would’ve been so hard. “Only the good die young.”
I would like to send my Sympathy to TOm’s Family. I will miss Tom. I have not seen him in years but always have remember his laugh. I am very sorry for your loss in your family.
Leah Greathouse
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow May God bless you and your family
Bryan and family,
We just wanted to say that we are so sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Travis and Nicole Brown
George and I wnt to high school with Tom and even tho we have not seen him since we graduated we we very sad to see of his passing, i had alot of classes with Tom and i will always remember how kind he was and quick with a comeback his sense of humor was great! I am so sorry for your loss and you family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
George and Pam Dobrick
I remember the cookouts and shooting pool. He will be missed dearly.
rest in peace tommy.
I will ALWAYS remember you Tom! Your laugh, your kindness, your giving/helping spirit! You ARE a GREAT FRIEND! Thanks for all the great times, memories and laughs! I WILL TRUELY MISS YOU BUDDY!!!!!
Tom and Connie,
I was very sad to read of your unimaginable loss. I am very sorry.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Liz
I’m gonna miss you Tom. You were always a good friend to us all!
I hadn’t seen Tom since “the good ole days” and know he will be sadly missed by all who knew him. My sympathies are with his family especially the boys.
I’ve known Tom for some time now. Tom had a warm and friendly smile. He could always make me laugh. I will miss him. My deepest sympathy goes out to Tom Senior and family!
Tom & Peggy – you have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your son. We were neighbors for many years. May he rest in Peace. Take Care & God Bless.