Franklin "Frank" Nelson Gleaton

Franklin “Frank” Nelson Gleaton, 84, of Hopkins, passed away at his home on Saturday, October 31, 2026, after a long illness!

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at Culler-McAlhany Funeral Home, with the Rev. Hank Fanning officiating. Burial will follow in Neeses Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from noon until 1:00 p.m. on Thursday.

Born June 14, 1942, in Neeses, Frank was the son of Leon Henry Gleaton Sr. and Ola Mae Bruner Gleaton. He grew up farming and remained a farmer at heart throughout his life.

Frank served his country for 28 years in the Army National Guard, attaining the rank of First Sergeant, and was a proud Desert Storm veteran. After he retired from the military in 1994, he continued to work for the Adjutant General’s office until 2000. Frank loved to watch old Cowboy and Western movies and Jimmy Sywgert on TV. He had been a member of New Testament Baptist Church since 1983.

Frank loved his family and especially enjoyed family gatherings. He also enjoyed fishing, playing guitar, and raising chickens and goats.

Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Terry Gleaton; son, Kevin Gleaton; stepdaughter, Angie Corliss (Bill); sister, Shirley Fanning; four grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; aunt, Jetter Gleaton and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Culler-McAlhany Funeral Home is assisting the family.