This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Thomas Earl Franks who was born in Mississippi on August 23, 1976. He was born to Debra and Earl Franks. He is preceded in death by his father Earl Franks, His maternal Grandparents Edgar and Willadean Hannon, his paternal Grandparents Oscar and Julie Franks. He is survived by his mother and daddy Debra and Marty Bonds, His Fiancee Lisa Massengil, His Aunt and Uncle Kathy and Ronnie Thompson, his cousins Brad, Susan, Hunter, and Hannon Thompson, and Mandee Thompson. He passed away on March 25, 2005 at the age of 28 from a sudden illness. We will love, remember, and always miss him forever. 


                                                   














To My dearest family,some things I'd like
to say
But first of all to let you know I arrived
here okay
I'm writing this from heaven
where I
dwell with God above
Here there's no more tears of
sadness
Here there is only enternal love

Please don't be unhappy just because
I'm out sight
Remember I'm with you every morning,
noon,and night

The day I had to leave you when my life
on earth was through
God picked me and welcomed me and
said I welcome you

It's good to have you back again you
were missed while you were gone
As for your dearest family they'll be
here later on

I need you here so badly you are part of
my plan
There is so much that we can do to help
our mortal man

God gave me a list of things that he
wished for me to do
Foremost on the list was to watch and
care for you

And when you lay in bed at night the
day's chores put to flight
God and I are closets to you in the
middle of the night

When you think of me on earth
And all those loving years
Because you are only human they
are bound to bring you tears

But don't be afraid to cry it does
relieve the pain
Remeber there would be no flowers if
there wasn't some rain

I wish that I could tell you all that God
has planned
If I were to tell you
you wouldn't understand

But one thing is for certain
thou my life on earth is over
I'm closer to you now than I ever
was before

There are rocky roads ahead for you
And many hills to climb
But together we can do it by taking
one day at a time

It was always my philosophy and I'd
like it for you too
That as you give unto the world
the world will give to you

If you can help someone who is in
sorrow and pain
Then at night you can say to God
my day was not in vain

And now I'am contented that my life was
worthwhile
Knowing as I passed along the way
I made alot of people smile

When you are walking down the street
and you have me on your mind
Just remember
I'm walking in your footsteps
Just half a step behind

And when it's time for you to go
from that body to be free
Remember you're not going
you're coming here to be with me








                                             
             
A lighthouse unto thy feet
Jesus is a Lighthouse
A Tower in the dark
The One who holds the lantern
A great enduring Spark.

Like a flame that burns eternal
He’s a Torch, forever true
The One who holds the answers
When I don’t know what to do.

He’s the One who holds the candle
Over angry waves so steep
He’s the lifeline that doth save me
In a raging sea, so deep.

He’s a strong and steady Pilot
An answer to my plea
The One who throws the anchor
When I’m drifting out to sea

He’s a brightly shining Beacon
Always steady like a rock
A Fortress when I’m weary
A Harbor on life’s dock.

Jesus is a Lighthouse
In Him, I will abide
A Hand when I am weary
A never-ending Tide. 










My Mom Lies
Author Unknown

My Mom, she tells a lot of lies She never did before. From now until she dies, She'll tell a whole lot more.

Ask my Mom how she is And because she can't explain, She will tell a little lie Because she can't describe the pain.

Ask my Mom how she is, She'll say, "I'm alright". If that's the truth, then tell me, why does she cry each night?

Ask my Mom how she is, She seems to cope so well. She didn't have a choice you see nor the strength to yell.

Ask my Mom how she is, "I'm fine, I'm well, I'm coping". For God's sake Mom, just tell the truth just say your heart is broken.

She'll love me all her life, I loved her all of mine. But if you ask her how she is, She'll lie and say she's fine.

I am Here in Heaven. I cannot hug from here. If she lies to you don't listen, Hug her and hold her near.

On the day we meet again, We'll smile and I'll be bold. I'll say,You're lucky to get in here, Mom With all the lies you told 













Angels
When you were born, an angel smiled,
As you became a child, an angel sat on your shoulder
When you became an adult, an angel held your hand
As you grew old, an angel walked down the road with you,
And, when you died, another angel got their wings. 









From our happy home and circle
God has taken one we loved,
Borne away from sin and sorrow
To a nobler rest above.
No one knows how we miss him
None but aching hearts can tell;
Lost on earth, but found in Heaven
Jesus doeth all things well. 



A Sadly Missed Son

I've come for a little chat,son 
I know that you can hear,
whenever things are difficult 
I always come back here.


I tidy around and talk to you
And think about the past,
All those precious moments
Destined not to last.

I feel your eyes upon me
As I turn to walk away,
And that little chat I've had with you
Gets me through another day 

       

     

I Hurt

I said, God i hurt
And God said, I know

I said, I cry alot
And God said, Thats why i gave you tears

I said, Life is so hard
And God said, that's why i gave you loved ones

I said, But my loved one died!!
And God said, So did mine!!

I said, It's such a great loss!!
And God said, I saw mine nailed to a cross!!

I said, But your loved one lives!!
And God said, So does yours!!

I said, Where is he now??
And God said, My son is by my side
Your Son is in my arms