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Celebrating the life of
Franke Joseph Christian
May 30, 1950 - July 10, 2024
Franke Joseph Christian, 74, died peacefully at his home July 10 after a long illness surrounded by his loving family.
He was born May 30,1950 in Würzburg Germany to John and Elsa Krauss Christian. After traveling with his army family they retired in 1968 to Savannah. Franke was part of the first graduating class of Windsor Forest High School. There he met the love of his life and wife of 54 years, Joy Saussy Christian.
Franke served in the Air Force for six years from 1968 to 1974. He then worked for Flight Safety International for 42 years. He, also, co- owned Geechee Bowhunting Supply Company for 12 years.
He was an avid outdoorsman. He was past president of the Georgia Bowhunters Association, a member of Ogeechee Bowhunters Club, Siena Club, Tearjerker's Camp Club, and the Corvette Club. He loved to kayak, camp, ride bikes, shoot archery, and gun target practice. He loved nothing more than to kayak on the river with his dog, Westbury. The last few years he spent many happy mornings with his good friends at Quick Shot.
Franke is survived by his wife Joy and their three children. His son Bill Christian (Tisha), his daughter Courtney Berinato (Chris), and his son Geoff Christian (Emily).
He was also Papa to Billy Christian, Gabby Christian, Max Berinato, Brigid Fobes, Katie Bullock, and Belle Christian. He is also survived by his sisters, Nancy Chambless and Carla Godwin (Alan), his sister-in-law Evelyn Logue (Dempsey) and his brother-in-law Hunter Saussy (Paige), and several nieces and nephews.
He is also survived by many friends and neighbors whose lives he has touched and he held close to his heart.
Visitation will be Friday, July 19 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Fox and Weeks Hodgson Chapel.
Funeral service will be Saturday, July 20 at 2:00 pm at St George’s Episcopal Church on Willow Road.
In lieu of flowers remembrances can be sent to St George’s Episcopal Church.
Our prayers are with Frank's dear family. He and Joy are special to our Coffee Bluff family! He will be missed dearly.
- Leigh Harris, Savannah, Ga
Joy we are thinking of you and your family. Franke was special. One day we will all be keeping our paddles wet again together ❤️
- Steve and Ginger Strickland , Tybee island , Ga
A very dear friend who was loved by all for his kindness, generosity and love of his fellow man. Franke and Joy were blessed to share their lives together. He will be greatly missed.
- Sara Winsome and Larry Polakov, Savannah, ga
My heart and prayers are with you all. Lots of good memories.
- Susie Gault, Guyton , Georgia
A candle has been lit!
Joy and family, We are so sorry for your loss. We have known Franke since around 1988 and he will be sorely missed. Many archers feel the loss of him right now. Praying for y’all.
- George and Pam Bales, Augusta, Georgia
To our Family’s beautiful Angel of a sister-in-law, we’re sending our deepest sympathies and loving thoughts to you and the children.
- Christian , Sanora , California
Joy, Im so sorry.Franke was such a sweet, kind person who deeply loved his family. We are brought into this world with all its challenges to step into the glorious world that God has created for those who love Him. From all the Biezenbos family our prayers and condolences.
- Coleen Biezenbos , Savannah , Ga
Love to you and the family Auntie Joy.
- Lola Marx, Stockton, CA
A candle has been lit!
Franke will be remembered as a great person. I enjoyed watching him, Bobby and Ricky at the archery tournaments. Tom Boots would have loved to be here to honor him. My condolences to the family.
- Jeanie Boots, Martinez , Ga
Joy, I’m so sorry for loss. It’s so sad to loose your spouse and the love of your life. I will pray for you and your family.
- Delaine Sumner, Savannah, Georgia
I was a beginning indoor shooter in Waycross (okefenokee bowman) Mr. Franke another shooter from Savannah would shoot with us occasionaly. He was a great shooter and always very helpful to us …Prayers for all the family
- Rickey OBerry, Waycross, Georgia
We are sorry for your loss.
- Harold K. Dean, Savannah, GA
Joy, you are in our hearts and prayers always. Franke was a wonderful man and dear friend. He was like a big brother to Dan. You were blessed to share 54 wonderful years together. Sending our deepest love and sympathies to you and your family, he will be greatly missed.
- Dan and Karen Blough, Richmond Hill, Ga
Joy, my dear friend! My heart hurts for your loss. The love and friendship you and Franke shared was beautiful. It’s is a true blessing to find your soul mate and to experience a life together. To see the two of you together was a blessing to others. It was very obvious you have a deep love for each other. Hold on to those memories today and always to help you through your grieving. Much love, Desiree
- Desiree P Taylor, Savannah, GA
Our hearts and prayers are with the Christian family during this difficult time. Joy ,you will always have a special place in my heart. Your family are my favorite memories of childhood. Franke was a great man and we were all fortunate to call him family. I love you all dearly Randy and Charla
- Randy and Charla Smith, Charleston, South Carolina
Christin Franke
- David Vaughn , Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Fri, July 19, 2024
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Memorial Service
- 2:00 p.m. on Sat, July 20, 2024
- St George's Episcopal Church
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15 Willow Road (map)
SAVANNAH GA 31419 - 9129256517