Saturday, September 14, 2024
Frankie Bone, 36, a beloved member of the Granbury community, passed away tragically in a car accident Friday, Aug. 9. The accident occurred near Garcia’s Restaurant on Farm-to-Market Road 4, just three miles from his home. The exact cause of the accident remains under investigation.
Bone, known for his adventurous spirit and love of the outdoors, was a talented photographer, painter and writer. Though not yet published, he authored three books, two of which were completed before his death.
A born-again Christian, Bone had battled anxiety and depression for much of his life. His love for travel and exploration was matched only by his devotion to his family.
The evening of the accident, Frankie Bone had visited his father in Thorp Spring and was on his way home for dinner when the tragedy occurred. His mother, Denise Bone, who had just finished cooking pork chops, grew concerned when he didn’t answer her calls — something entirely out of character for her son, who always responded promptly. “I called him a hundred times a day,” Denise Bone said. “We all did.”
Denise Bone’s concern deepened when Bone’s father mentioned that Frankie Bone had left his house 30 minutes earlier but still hadn’t arrived home. Denise Bone continued to call, only to be met with silence. Unbeknownst to her, first responders were already at the crash site, working desperately to save her son.
The wreck occurred at 9:04 p.m.; Denise Bone’s phone showed she had called her son seven times between 9:10 and 9:22 p.m. An officer eventually answered one of those calls, delivering the devastating news that Frankie had passed away.
Frankie Bone’s car had reportedly gone off the road, overcorrected and ramped over a driveway culvert before landing in a small grove of trees. The impact of the crash was severe, but the exact details of what caused the accident remain unclear. Police have not indicated any evidence of foul play, and Frankie Bone was not under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of the crash. His mother suspects a medical issue, possibly a heart attack, could have played a role.
Despite the tragic circumstances, Denise Bone takes solace in the fact that her son appeared peaceful in his final moments. “He doesn’t have a scratch on him,” she said. “I’ve seen him three times since the accident, and he looks beautiful.”
Frankie Bone’s funeral was held at Granbury Baptist Church Aug. 17, where hundreds of friends and family members gathered to pay their respects. The service was followed by a procession to Holly Hill Memorial Park, with the Granbury Police Department assisting in blocking traffic to ensure the safety of those attending.
Lee Jackson, the funeral director at Brown Owens & Brumley Funeral Home in Fort Worth, remarked on the large turnout and the overwhelming support for Frankie’s family. “I felt like it was a beautiful tribute paid to Frankie in respect to the number of people in attendance,” Jackson said. “We had 250 memorial handouts and ran out pretty quick after people started coming.”
“The church was full,” younger brother David Bone said, “And the parking lot was packed.”
The Bone family continues to await the results of the crash investigation. In the meantime, they cherish the memories of a son, brother, father and uncle who brought joy and love to everyone he met. His love for travel and exploration was matched only by his devotion to his family.
Frankie and David Bone were close brothers. “I looked up to him so much. Frankie was the coolest big brother, and we could sometimes read each other’s minds like twins,” David Bone said. “I’m devastated without him. Life is painful without him.”
According to Denise Bone, Frankie Bone’s pride and joy was his 17-year-old son, Brayden Bleeker, who was his best friend and looked just like him.
“You couldn't walk away from Frank without learning something new,” said Amber Bone, Frankie Bone’s sister-in-law. Frankie Bone’s love for his family and friends, his deep Christian faith, and his desire to help others battling depression defined his life.
“Frankie was adventurous. He loved adventure,” Denise Bone shared, “He would grab a fishing pole, take us camping, we'd go deep-sea fishing.”
Frankie Bone leaves behind a legacy of love, adventure and creativity. Denise Bone takes comfort in the knowledge that her son is at peace, and the community’s support has provided some solace during this tragic time. Frankie’s story is a reminder of the profound impact one life can have on so many.
“We don’t have regrets,” Denise Bone said. “He knew I loved him, and I knew he loved me. The only thing keeping me together is what I know about Frankie,” she explained, “And I know it’s going to be up and down, but I’ll tell you, knowing your kids are Christian makes all the difference in the world.”
