Franklin Michael Katz, age 73, resident of Kings Mountain, NC passed away on September 22, 2016 at Caromont Health, Gastonia, NC. He was born in New Jersey to the late Harry and Jacqueline Aronson Katz. Frank was a CPA and owner/operator of Frank's Tax Service, Kings Mtn. NC. He served in the New Jersey National Guard and was of the Jewish Faith. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend who will be dearly missed.

SURVIVORS: Wife of 25 years: Mary Ann Negus Katz, Kings Mtn. NC

Sister-in-law: Joy Arnold, Kings Mtn. NC

Step-Sons: Martin James Negus and wife Teresa, Kings Mtn. NC

Michael Edward Negus and wife Tina, Kings Mtn. NC

Step-Daughter: Margie Dunlap and Kenny Grant, Kings Mtn. NC

Sister: Rona Kitts and husband Kenny, Tucson, AZ

6 Grandchildren: Michael, Joshua, Patricia, Austin, Nicole, and Brooke.

5 Great Grandchildren: Cori, Colton, Melody, Riley, and Naomi.

Niece: Marni Arnold

Nephew: Jack Arnold

Great Nephew: Christian Arnold.

MEMORIALS: Hospice of Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive Shelby, NC 28150

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ARRANGEMENTS: HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA