Franklin Mullins

Franklin J. Mullins, 84, joined his beloved wife in heaven on October 17, 2026 surrounded by his loving children.

Frank was a wonderful man who was a pillar of the community. He was involved in many activities, especially involving his church and children. Frank was a lifelong member of Bascom United Methodist Church in Rupert. He was a member of the UMYF as a teen and was later leader for many years. He led many teens to God. He also served in just about every position and was involved in all activities. He ended his tenure as a church treasurer. The phrase was often heard “Frank will take care of that.” Frank was involved in all activities his children were involved in and helped out. He loved 4-H where he square-danced, hauled instruments for the band and ran the scoreboard at Greenbrier West for 50 years as well as other schools. Frank was also very involved in Little League Baseball from being a coach for many years to being an umpire. Many young men in Rupert have fond memories of Frank from that experience. Frank graduated from Rupert High School in 1960. He and his brother joined the Navy, Frank was stationed in Corpus Christi, TX where he met the love of his life, Tina. Frank joined Appalachian Power Company as a lineman. He worked for 30 + years until his retirement. He saw his coworkers as family and organized many picnics and Christmas parties for the families. They remained friends until his passing.

Frank is preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Tina; his brother, Arthur “Moon”; sister, Cora “Corky’ and his parents.

He is survived by his children, Ron (Barbara) of FL; Peggie of Rupert and Janice (Brion) of Belle; grandsons, Shawn and Steven Mullins of Fairlea, Frankie of CO and Brendan at home whom he helped raise and was Paw Paw’s best friend; brother, Andrew (Mary) of VA; many nieces, nephews and friends.

Memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m., Saturday, October 24, 2026 at Wallace & Wallace Chapel, Rainelle with Pastor Paula McCoy officiating. Visitation will be from 12:00 until time of service.

Burial of ashes will be a later date at Wallace Memorial Cemetery.

Per Frank’s wishes, In lieu of flowers please donate in his honor to Bascom United Methodist Church P.O. Box L Rupert, WV 25984 or Rosenbaum Family House, 30 Family House Dr., Morgantown, WV 26505 where he spent his last few months before coming home.

Online condolences may be made to the family by visiting www.wallaceandwallacefh.com

Wallace & Wallace, Inc. of Rainelle, WV is in charge of arrangements.