Rev. Franklin "Frank" Townsend

Was born July 21, 1945 in Marston MO to Millard Townsend and Minnie Marie Curtis. He died Wednesday September 14, 2016 at his home, in Parma, MO at the age of 71 years and months.

Rev. Frank Townsend was married to Blyth Lawrence Townsend who survives of the home, he was preceded in death by his parents, Millard and Minnie Townsend and one brother, Jake Townsend.

Rev. Frank worked at MFA Oil until his retirement, he was the minister at Free Trinity Pentecostal Church in Marston, where he was instrumental in getting the new church built until his death. He served the Lord for many years, he helped many families throughout his time and will truly be missed by all.

He leaves to cherish his memories his wife of 49 years, Blyth Townsend of Parma, MO

sons: Bobby "Dale" (Stephanie) Wren Townsend of Parma, MO, Todd Franklin (Dodie) Townsend of Lilbourn, MO, Mark Franklin (Amy) Townsend of Bloomfield, MO, his daughters: Sandra Kay Brawley of Campbell, MO, Donna Jean Smith of Scott City, MO,

brothers; Clarence Townsend of Independence, MO, Will Rock of Paragould, AR, Paul David Townsend of Sikeston, MO, Bucky Townsend of Leesburg, VA, sisters: Becky Peak of Bonne Terre, MO, Connie Hayes of Marston, MO, Leanne Townsend of New Madrid , 16 Grandchildren: Michael Dodson, Kacie Biggs, Austin Brawley, Craig, Jason, Hunter, & Dylan Jungers, Jadon & Kristian Wren, Luke, Mykala, Erica, Nicky Townsend, Josh, Ashlyn & Gunner Townsend Several great-grandchildren and a host of many other relatives, church family and friends.