Algood Genealogy

16388. Franklin Delano⁸ Allgood (Walter Elwood⁷, James William (Bud)⁶, David Henry⁵, Manley H.⁴, John³, Ishmael², Edward¹) was born in Jefferson Co., KY December 30, 1936. Franklin died June 8, 2015 in Ocala, Marion Co., FL. OBIT: ALLGOOD FRANKLIN DELANO ALLGOOD (78) Of Ocala, FL, died peacefully at his home on July 8, 2015, surrounded by his loving family. Frank was born on December 30, 1936, to the late Walter and Lillie Allgood of Elizabeth, IN. Frank was the husband of Helen Stathphopoulos Allgood, to whom he was married for 51 years. Surviving, in addition to his wife, are daughter Mary Gage, sons Thomas Pauter (Tracy Vail) and Michael Pauter, five grandchildren (Johnny Gage, Anthony Gage, Matthew (Meggan) Gage, Francine Pauter, and Andrew Pauter), three great-grandchildren, and siblings David (Barbara) Allgood, Jim (Sandy) Allgood, Marilyn (Bill) Wilson, and Thelma Curry, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother William Allgood. Frank grew up on a farm in Indiana, where he returned annually for visits and family reunions. He graduated from Bloomington University with a degree in mathematics. Frank served in the U.S. Army and had a long and rewarding career with the U.S. Information Agency (Voice of America). During Frank's career with the VOA, he and Helen traveled aboard regularly, including TDY assignments in Spain and Greece. He finally retired in 1991 yet he and Helen continued their world travels, covering over 85% of the globe. They returned to Maryland often for visits with family; he loved the history of the Washington area. Frank and Helen were active in their Greek Orthodox faith and were members of St. Raphael Orthodox church. Frank was an avid reader; always seeking to expand his knowledge. He enjoyed quiet time at the beach and sitting on his porch with a good book and listening to thunderstorms with his cat Mr. Gage, who was at his side in his final days. Frank was a sports enthusiast and was particularly fond of the Maryland Terrapins and the Washington Redskins. Frank enjoyed the simple things in life. He was a patient, kind and caring man. His family was the center of his life and they adored him. He will truly be missed by so many. Funeral services were arranged by Sellers Funeral Home in Ocala, FL. Family and friends are encouraged to share their memories online at sellersfuneralhomes.com

Franklin Delano Allgood and Helen Stathphopoulos had the following child:

+ 31492 i. Mary⁹ Allgood (LIVING).

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