Julia Nita Franke

1922 ∼ 2018

Julia Nita Franke

Julia Nita Franke, 95, of Nederland, Texas passed away on Sunday, December 16, 2018. Julia was born in Port Arthur, Texas on December 24, 1922 to the late Leon K. Dennis and Julia Kelly Dennis.

Julia worked in the cafeteria at C.O. Wilson Middle School for 25 years.

Those left to cherish Julia’s memory are her son, Henry Franke, Jr. and his wife, Linda of Nederland; her daughters; Susan Cooper and her husband, Bob of Nederland and Carol Wilkerson and her husband, Larry of Nederland; her sister, Ena Stoesser of Dayton, Texas, four granddaughters, three great grandchildren and a host of loving nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Julia is preceded in death by her loving husband of 40 years, Henry Franke, Sr.

A visitation will be held at First United Methodist Church in Nederland on Tuesday, December 18, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with the funeral service to begin at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Memory Gardens Cemetery in Nederland.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, Nederland, Texas.

Memorial Video

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Judy Guidry December 18, 2018
Julia was one of the sweetest women I have been honored to know.
Melancon'S Funeral Home December 17, 2018
Melancon's Funeral Home created a Tribute Video in memory of Julia Nita Franke
Patricia Krueger December 17, 2018
Mrs. Franke was such a sweet lady and was a member of our church for as long as I can remember. She always had a smile on her face. Prayers for all her family as they walk this last journey with her.
Dan & Lisa Howell December 17, 2018
So sad for the loss of Julia. She was our sweet neighbor for many years. She has always been very special to our family. We will miss her & cherish our fond memories. Praying for the family and sending all of our love. Dan & Lisa Howell