Franklin J Brackin

March 29, 1946 - April 11, 2018

Franklin J. Brackin, age 72, of Wheeler, WI passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, April 11, 2018. Frank was born March 29, 1946 in Wheeler, WI to Floyd and Joyce (Hintzman) Brackin. He attended school in Colfax and Menomonie. After his schooling, Frank worked on farms in the area until he moved to California, where he worked and met the love of his life, Donna. They were married on Sept. 11, 1978. Frank and Donna moved back to the Wheeler area and Frank worked for Menards in Eau Claire. Frank was an avid outdoorsman, who loved hunting and fishing. He was also a big racing fan. Frank is survived by his wife Donna; his mother Joyce; sister Margie (Roger) Stewart; sons, Lucas Brackin (Heather Kirchner), Dan Reese (Paula) and Virgil Brackin; daughters, Betty Waller and Sandy Woof; daughter-in-law Julie Brackin; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; as well as other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father Floyd Brackin; a son John Brackin; grandson Jake Waller; three sisters, Barb, Kathy and Patty; a brother Billy and grandparents. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie is serving the family.