Mattie Lou Franz, age 95, passed away Thursday, April 19, 2018. Born in Groveton, Texas, she was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great great grandmother. She enjoyed traveling and was a wonderful cook. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leslie J. Franz. Survived by son, James C. Franz and wife Dot; daughter, Linda Aery; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren; and other relatives. The Celebration of Life Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 24, 2018 at Earthman Resthaven Cemetery.