She was born on August 24, 1929 in Springfield, the daughter of the late John and Gertrude (Kusch) Herter. She married Milford Franks, Jr. on September 16, 1951 in Springfield and he preceded her in death on April 23, 2017.
Jacqueline had worked as a first grade teacher in the Springfield Public Schools. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church. She liked to play bridge and tennis.
She is survived by her 3 children, Sally Ann Koltun of Springfield, Bruce Herter (wife Ruth) Franks of Chicago, IL, and William David Franks of Springfield.
Besides her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Gertrude Stockman and Alma Skibitzki.
Arrangements are under the direction of Bisch and Son Funeral Home, Springfield. Per her wishes, cremation rites were accorded. No services are scheduled at this time.
Memorials may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church, 2477 W. Washington, Springfield, IL 62702 or to the Foundation for Springfield Public Schools, Springfield Public Schools Foundation | Springfield Public Schools (sps186.org) , or Attn: Julie Hammers 1900 W. Monroe Street Springfield, Illinois 62704.
