Franklin Dean Greene
January 23, 1950 — March 17, 2025
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Franklin Dean Greene, 75, died March 17, 2025, surrounded by his family. Franklin was born on January 23, 1950, in Hot Springs, Arkansas to his parents, John Hiawatha and Jessie (Muldrow) Greene.
Franklin graduated in 1968 from Langston High School, which was the last class to complete their education at the historically segregated institution. Subsequent classes were integrated and began attending Hot Springs High School.
Franklin received his bachelor’s degree in psychology and sociology from College of the Ozarks in Point Lookout, Missouri. He was a well-respected car dealer and businessman who owned Quality Ford in West Des Moines and Republic Ford Mercury in Republic, Missouri, along with his friend and longtime business partner, Bob Beine. They were famous for doing their own commercials, ending with the tagline, “Our Deals are Real.”
Franklin played college basketball and following college graduation, he had a tryout with the Chicago Bulls. He was an enthusiastic golfer and sports fan and was a longtime season ticket holder of the Kansas City Chiefs. He enjoyed traveling, attending family reunions, BBQ restaurants, horse racing and spending time with his daughters. He was on the Board of Trustees for the University of the Cumberlands in Williamsburg, Kentucky.
Franklin is survived by his daughters, Rachel Greene and Samantha Greene; his former wife, Courtney Maxwell Greene; siblings, Mae Robinson, Dwight (Wanda) Greene, Benny (Brenda) Greene, Kenny (Velmar) Greene and Gale (Randy) Davis; sister-in-law, Brooxine Greene; cousin Dwayne Hill; and a host of nieces of nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, John Hiawatha and mother, Jessie Greene; brother, Johnny Greene; brother-in-law, Freddie Robinson; and nephew, Corey Greene.
Visitation will be held Friday, March 28, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, Iowa. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, March 30, 2025 at Corinthian Baptist Church, 814 School Street in Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family and condolences expressed at www.HamitonsFuneralHome.com.
Gabrielle Greene Fennessee
03/22/2025
I am so grateful, Uncle Frank, for your impact on my life. You provided cover for my life since I did not have a father. You exposed me to what my life could and should be for success. I am grateful for your wisdom, warmth, and kindness. You will be greatly missed.
Mike Byars
03/22/2025
So sorry for your loss. I worked for Frank many years at West Des Moines and after he left the dealership at Noble Ford. Was easy to talk to and was appreciative for the work you did for the dealership.
Gary Daily
03/21/2025
I met Frank as I attended School/College of the Ozarks in 1971. We roomed together and played basketball for the college for 2 years. One of the nicest gentlemen I’ve ever met! We had so many great times in those 2 years. He even traveled with me to my hometown out in NW Kansas over a holiday break. My family loved him and we made some great memories.
His notorious bros, Kenny, Benny and Dwight were just as special. All of their smiles lit up every room when they entered. But Frank, he was a superstar. My families prayers go out to the family and I certainly know how much you are missing him. I’ll never forget him. Godspeed Big Guy!
DiAnn Walls Kipper
03/21/2025
Sending my sincere prayers and condolences to Courtney, Rachel, Samantha, Jennifer and the entire Green family and friends.
I remember Franklin as a kind and well respected business man at Quality Ford. Always smiling and with a big heart.
May the Good Lord comfort you and your family during this time of bereavement.