Gary J. Franken

Gary J. Franken, 78, died Saturday, August 2, 2025, at his residence in Sioux City, IA.

Burial will be at a later date.

Gary John Franken, the son of John Franken and Libby Hassett was born November 10, 1946, in Sioux City, IA. He was raised by James and Libby Hassett. After graduating high school, Gary went on to graduate from Omaha Technical School for welding.

Gary was employed as a truck driver and as a security guard for the Skywalk and Wells Fargo Bank. He also worked at Motel 6 in Sergeant Bluff and did some construction work.

On November 19, 1993, Gary was united in marriage with Eileen Bobo Camerer.

Gary was a member of Rustin Avenue United Methodist Church.

Gary is survived by his wife, Eileen of Sioux City; children, Carrie (Jeff) Butler of Whiting, IA, Tammy (Lynn) Blinde of Onawa, IA; step-children, Brent Camerer of Alaska, Chad (Stephanie) Camerer of Sioux City; five grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; one great granddaughter; and a sister, Sandy (Jim) Sorensen of Omaha, NE. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a son, Todd.