Robert
Franklin Goens, “Frank” age 82 of Louisburg Kansas, passed away on June 18,
2025 at his home in Louisburg. Graveside
services will be held 10:30 am Tuesday, June 24, 2025 in Rockville Cemetery,
Louisburg, KS. Services under the
direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Drexel Chapel (816-657-4400). Memorial contributions may be made to the
Disabled American Veterans. Messages of condolence may be left for the
family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com.
Frank
was born on October 25, 1942, in Bargetown, Kentucky, the son of Reldie Mae
Gilpin and William Edward Goens. He grew up Kentucky and moved around until he ended up in
Kansas. Frank was drafted to the Army in 1965 and spent 2 years in the service
in Alaska. He was honorably discharged with the Good Conduct Medal and
National Defense Service Medal. He worked for Fordyce hauling concrete until he
retired and spent the rest of his years working on the farm.
Frank
met and married Sue A. Goens 57 years ago, when they moved to Louisburg and
established their family farm. They raised cattle, pigs, chickens, and he
enjoyed planting a garden. He was known for the best watermelon and cantaloupes
in town. When he wasn’t hard at work on the farm, he enjoyed hunting and
fishing.
Frank
was proud of his family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He had many
friends and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He was the true
definition of a neighbor always checking in, helping with what he could. He will be deeply missed by his family and
friends.
Frank was preceded in death by his parents, wife Sue Goens, and brothers, Randy and Billy Goens. He is survived by his son Greg Goens and wife Airene, grandson, Alan Goens and wife Lindsay, granddaughter, Kelli Goens and fiancé Steve Smith, step-granddaughter Allen Pepito and Julio Alvarez, along with great-grandchildren, Wesley Goens and Hudson Flores.
