YourRoots by Genomelink
banner

Sign up to explore more

Create a free account to navigate family trees, view ancestors, and discover connections.

Minnie Franks 1923–1970 – Genealogical Records

Birth Date: 15 Oct 1923

Birth Location: Morganville, Alabama, USA

Death Date: Jan 1970

Death Location: Port Huron, St. Clair County, Michigan, United States of America

Father: Albert Sr.

Mother: Mary Smith

Spouse(s):

Children(s): Savannah Diggins

In 1923, Minnie Franks entered the world in Morganville, Alabama, USA, born to Albert Russell Sr And Mary Ann Smith. In 1930, Minnie Franks resided in Letohatchie, Lowndes, Alabama, USA. In 1935, Minnie Franks resided in Rural, Lowndes. Minnie Franks married Le Roy Franks, and had children including Savannah Diggins. Minnie Franks passed away in 1970 in Port Huron, St. Clair County, Michigan, United States of America.

Find more search results for Minnie Franks
MF

Reliability Score

This score reflects the reliability of the source family tree. A high rating indicates a trustworthy source with strong data consistency.

Reliability Score:
A
Criteria:
  • A 3 criteria (Strong)
  • B 2 criteria (Medium)
  • C 1 criteria (Basic)
  • N/A 0 criteria (Insufficient)

This tree's reliability score:

  • Record available
  • Descendant's record available
  • Star tree owner

Biography

  • In 1923, Minnie Franks entered the world in Morganville, Alabama, USA, born to Albert Russell Sr And Mary Ann Smith.
  • In 1930, Minnie Franks resided in Letohatchie, Lowndes, Alabama, USA.
  • In 1935, Minnie Franks resided in Rural, Lowndes.
  • Minnie Franks married Le Roy Franks, and had children including Savannah Diggins.
  • Minnie Franks passed away in 1970 in Port Huron, St. Clair County, Michigan, United States of America.

Immediate Family

Parents

Albert Sr.
1878–1946
Birth Location: Hope Hull, Montgomery, Alabama, USA
AS
Mary Smith
1884–1940
Birth Location: Hope Hull, Montgomery, Alabama, USA
MS

Spouses(s)

Children(s)

Savannah Diggins
1943–2005
Birth Location: Montgomery, Alabama
SD

Minnie Franks's Ancestors

Self
Minnie Franks
1923–1970
Birth Place: Morganville, Alabama, USA
Parents
Albert Russell Sr.
1878–1946
Hope Hull, Montgomery, Alabama, USA
Mary (Ann) Smith
1884–1940
Hope Hull, Montgomery, Alabama, USA
Grandparents
Eli Russell
1853–
Alabama
Rosanna
1849–1947
Alabama
Ike Smith
1853–
Alabama
Susan Hicks
1854–
Alabama
Great-Grandparents
Nancy
1815–
Allen Smith
1815–1914
Lucy Ann
1822–1926
2nd-Great-Grandparents

Minnie Franks's Descendants

1.
MF
Minnie Franks (15 Oct 1923–Jan 1970)
  1. 1. Savannah Diggins 1943–2005

Minnie Franks's Timeline

6 Records

1923
15 Oct 1923
Birth of Minnie Franks in Morganville, Alabama, USA
Morganville, Alabama, USA
1930
1930
Age 7
Minnie Franks resided here in Letohatchie, Lowndes, Alabama, USA
Letohatchie, Lowndes, Alabama, USA
1935
1935
Age 12
Minnie Franks resided here in Rural, Lowndes
Rural, Lowndes
1940
1 Apr 1940
Age 17
Minnie Franks resided here in Steep Creek, Lowndes, Alabama, USA
Steep Creek, Lowndes, Alabama, USA
1947
Jul 1947
Age 24
Minnie Franks was married in Lowndes, Alabama
Lowndes, Alabama
1970
Jan 1970
Age 47
Death of Minnie Franks
None

Sources

    Genealogy Event 1
    Event Type: Birth
    Event Date: 15 Oct 1923
    Event Place: Morganville, Alabama, USA
    Record Source:
    [1] 1940 United States Federal Census, Year: 1940; Census Place: Steep Creek, Lowndes, Alabama; Roll: T627_54; Page: 8B; Enumeration District: 43-18
    [2] 1930 United States Federal Census, Year: 1930; Census Place: Letohatchie, Lowndes, Alabama; Page: 8A; Enumeration District: 0016; FHL microfilm: 2339771
    [3] U.S., Find a Grave® Index, 1600s-Current
    [4] U.S., Newspapers.com™ Obituary Index, 1800s-current, The Times Herald; Publication Date: 4 Jan 1970; Publication Place: Port Huron, Michigan, USA; ,0.57258004,0.14776161,0.78189486&xid=3355

    Genealogy Event 2
    Event Type: Marriage
    Event Date: Jul 1947
    Event Place: Lowndes, Alabama
    Record Source: Alabama, Marriage Collection

    Genealogy Event 3
    Event Type: Residence
    Event Date: 1930
    Event Place: Letohatchie, Lowndes, Alabama, USA
    Record Source: 1930 United States Federal Census, Year: 1930; Census Place: Letohatchie, Lowndes, Alabama; Page: 8A; Enumeration District: 0016; FHL microfilm: 2339771

    Genealogy Event 4
    Event Type: Residence
    Event Date: 1935
    Event Place: Rural, Lowndes
    Record Source: 1940 United States Federal Census, Year: 1940; Census Place: Steep Creek, Lowndes, Alabama; Roll: T627_54; Page: 8B; Enumeration District: 43-18

    Genealogy Event 5
    Event Type: Residence
    Event Date: 1 Apr 1940
    Event Place: Steep Creek, Lowndes, Alabama, USA
    Record Source: 1940 United States Federal Census, Year: 1940; Census Place: Steep Creek, Lowndes, Alabama; Roll: T627_54; Page: 8B; Enumeration District: 43-18

    Genealogy Event 6
    Event Type: Residence
    Event Place: 2424 Petit Street
    Record Source: U.S., Newspapers.com™ Obituary Index, 1800s-current, The Times Herald; Publication Date: 4 Jan 1970; Publication Place: Port Huron, Michigan, USA; ,0.57258004,0.14776161,0.78189486&xid=3355

    Genealogy Event 7
    Event Type: Death
    Event Date: Jan 1970
    Record Source:
    [1] U.S., Find a Grave® Index, 1600s-Current
    [2] U.S., Newspapers.com™ Obituary Index, 1800s-current, The Times Herald; Publication Date: 4 Jan 1970; Publication Place: Port Huron, Michigan, USA; ,0.57258004,0.14776161,0.78189486&xid=3355

    Genealogy Event 8
    Event Type: Burial
    Event Place: Port Huron, St. Clair County, Michigan, United States of America
    Record Source: U.S., Find a Grave® Index, 1600s-Current
Find more search results for Minnie Franks

About YourRoots

Family Tree Map

Explore your family tree geographically

Import your GEDCOM file to transform your family tree into an interactive global map. See your roots laid out visually and understand your true geographic heritage.

Powerful tools like "Trace Back To Me" instantly map your family's migration paths from a chosen ancestor all the way back to you.

LEARN MORE
AI Genealogy Research

Discover ancestors beyond "end-of-line" automatically

Import your family tree and let AI expand it for you. AI Ancestor Finder scans "end-of-line" ancestors to uncover their parents across hundreds of family lines at once. AI Deep Research analyzes selected ancestors and family clusters, suggesting relevant records and next steps.

Turn on Auto Research Mode to get new discoveries daily or weekly, so your tree keeps growing even while you're away.

LEARN MORE
DNA Match

Find more DNA matches across all DNA tests

Combine your DNA data with your family tree to unlock the full power of YourRoots DNA Match. Connect with relatives across major testing services — Ancestry, 23andMe, MyHeritage, and more.

View your matches' maps and trees to identify shared ancestors, and soon you'll be able to add them directly to your own tree and map.

LEARN MORE
Ancestry Reports

Ancestry DNA analysis that goes deeper than others

Unlock exclusive reports that reveal your deeper origins.

  • Deep Ancestry Report — Analyze 130+ ethnicities, sub-regions, and 1,800+ communities in one detailed view.
  • Global & Native American Reports — Developed with Stanford researchers to uncover hidden ancestries across all 22 chromosomes.
  • Ancient DNA Series — Compare your DNA with 1,000+ ancient genomes from Viking, Celtic, and early American civilizations.
LEARN MORE