Cynthia Sue (Cindy) Franks
A Celebration of Life service for Cynthia Sue (Cindy) Franks, 66, Peace Valley, Missouri, will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, September 20, 2025, at First Baptist Church in the South Campus building.
Mrs. Franks passed away at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, September 11, 2025, at Springfield, Missouri.
She was born April 17, 1959, at Blytheville, Arkansas, to Kenneth Skaggs and the late Carole Kimberland Skaggs. On April 14, 1978, she was married at New Hope Baptist Church to Daniel Franks. At the age of sixteen, Cindy began volunteering at the hospital as a candy striper. She became an LPN in 1980, and an RN in 1990. She spent most of her career helping patients in critical care. Cindy worked at Ozarks Medical Center, Mercy Hospital – Springfield, and Cox Health – Springfield. She was the Director of Nursing at NHC Healthcare and BrookHaven Nursing and Rehab. She was also a travel nurse for ten years, traveling coast-to-coast and to the Virgin Islands. Cindy greatly enjoyed her grandkids. She loved her dogs and cats and would bring strays back from all over and take care of them. She was very strong-willed and wanted what was best for her patients and family. Cindy was baptized at a young age and was strong in her faith. She attended First Baptist Church in West Plains.
She is survived by her husband, Daniel Franks, of the family home; two sons, Nathaniel Franks and wife, Ashley, and Matthew Franks and wife, Kayla, all of Peace Valley; five grandchildren, Tyler, Hayden, Cooper, McKinley, and McKena; her father, Kenneth Skaggs, West Plains, Missouri; one sister, Tammy Kinder and husband, Terry, Sturkie, Arkansas; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Her mother, Carole, and brother, Kenneth B. Skaggs Jr., preceded her in death.
Memorial contributions may be made to Barnett Cemetery and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775. Arrangements are under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Randall and Teresa (Eldringhoff) Romans
September 15, 2025 @ 12:24 pm
Family, our sincere condolences.
rita gibson
September 15, 2025 @ 1:10 pm
Daniel, I am so sorry to hear of your dear Cindy’s passing. Prayers for you & your family. Your Zizzer & CoG friend, Rita (Collins) Gibson
Larry and Pam Coffman
September 18, 2025 @ 4:14 pm
Daniel and boys. I first meet Cindy in Junior High. We became friends immediately. I have a lot of fond memories. May God give each of you comfort and strength in the days to come. Praying for your family
Amber(Cozort)Redburn
September 15, 2025 @ 1:52 pm
To the Frank’s Families and Mr. Kenneth Skaggs & Tammy/Terry & Families,
We extend our Deepest Sympathy to all of you on the passing of Cindy. Cindy was a very caring compassionate individual and showed it daily not only in her nursing career but with her friends and family alike. Also, she was a very great nursing colleague too. She will be missed! We will be keeping all of you in our daily prayers and thoughts. Daily may God provide peace, comfort, strength, and encouragement to each of you. May God bless each of you.
In Christian Love,
Norris & Ivene Cozort
Tim, Amber(Cozort), and Corby Redburn
Lindel Kinder
September 16, 2025 @ 3:43 pm
I am so sorry to hear of Cindy’s death. My condolences to all the family.
Grace Frick
September 15, 2025 @ 3:18 pm
Daniel and family. Cindy has been my greatest friend for years. She had a heart of gold and always put others before herself. My prayers are for you and your family to find peace in this time of sorrow.
Melinda (Burgess) King
September 15, 2025 @ 10:44 pm
They don’t make them like Cindy any more. Proud to have been Cindy’s co-worker at OZH. Her mentorship went beyond nursing and she taught me (lab) a few things.
May your memories comfort you and bring you peace.
Delores Horner
September 16, 2025 @ 6:34 am
Thoughts & prayers for the family. God bless you.
Michael Frommel
September 16, 2025 @ 9:14 am
Daniel, my condolences are for you and your sons and family. I pray that God will grant you peace at this troubled time.
Jim & Jeanne Swope
September 16, 2025 @ 12:58 pm
Franks and Skaggs Families, So sorry to hear Cindy had passed away. We offer our deepest condolences to all of you.
Anne Moody
September 16, 2025 @ 6:16 pm
My condolences to Cindy’s family members and many friends.She was a strong patient advocate ,caring and gave freely of her friendship. Her sense of humor lightened many shifts working together in ICU.You more than earned your rest Cindy.
Sherry L Warren
September 16, 2025 @ 9:38 pm
I had the pleasure of working with Cindy at OMC and Mercy. She was a great nurse and friend. Praying for your comfort through this time.
Vera c Alsup
September 17, 2025 @ 5:38 am
Daniel so very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for your family’s comfort.
Beverly Utnage
September 17, 2025 @ 12:04 pm
Daniel,
I’m am so sorry for your loss. Cindy and I had great times together in our younger days. We enjoyed working together and you know it was never dull.
Although we haven’t got to see each other recently, I love and cherish you both.
With deepest condolences and much love,
Your friend,
Bev Amburgey Utnage
Craig and Sherri Cromer
September 17, 2025 @ 9:31 pm
Daniel and Family so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandy thomas
September 20, 2025 @ 5:46 pm
I’m so sorry for your lost. Praying for all of you
Kristy (Squires) Parson
September 21, 2025 @ 9:09 am
Daniel and family, I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. My deepest sympathy to you all.
Perry D & Melva Johnson
September 24, 2025 @ 10:43 am
Daniel, We are so sorry to hear about Cindy’s passing. We just want you to know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael Veloria
October 9, 2025 @ 10:00 pm
I am sorry for your loss, I feel like we all will miss her deeply.
She is loved by many.