James Franklin "Frank" Lacks

December 4, 1933 - January 11, 2021

James Franklin “Frank” Lacks, 87, died on Monday, January 11, 2021. Frank was born in Richmond, Virginia to the late Donald Cephas Lacks and Annie Maude Lacks. He was the owner of Colonial Metal Works, a business that he started in 1970. He retired in 1999 and enjoyed the last 21 years with his family and friends living in Harbor Gate Condos on the beach.

Frank loved to play craps and have weekly poker night with his friends.

Frank was one of 13 children. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by nine brothers and 3 sisters. He is survived by his daughter, Cheryl Sundstrom, and husband John; two grandchildren, Amanda Sundstrom and Shelby Sundstrom; and a great-grandson, Finn Sundstrom.

Family will receive friends Sunday, January 17^th, at 2:00 pm at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5033 Rouse Drive, Virginia Beach. A Celebration of Life service will immediately follow at 3:00 pm.

Visitation Information

Date: Sunday, January 17, 2021

Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Location:

Altmeyer Funeral Home - Southside Chapel

5033 Rouse Drive

Virginia Beach, VA 23462

(757) 422-4000 | Map

Service Information

Date: Sunday, January 17, 2021

Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Location:

Altmeyer Funeral Home - Southside Chapel

5033 Rouse Drive

Virginia Beach, VA 23462

(757) 422-4000 | Map

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Christopher Lacks posted on 1/18/21

Will truly miss Uncle Frank especially our dinners and talks at the "OK Corrall" Rest in Peace, Frank

Ann Denny posted on 1/15/21

I didn't know Frank long but he made me feel like he'd known me forever. Rest in peace my friend.

Jacki posted on 1/14/21

In the past 15 years I had the opportunity to listen to all of Franks stories about riding the roads and gambling. He truly enjoyed the later half of his life. He always said it was the stress free life. He's blessed he had the opportunity to enjoy that. He was a wonderful person, always looking on the bright side and will be missed. My condolences to everyone that loved him.

Valerie Walston posted on 1/14/21

May in rest in peace. You were Jim's boss,friend,mentor,and like a father he loved you dearly. You will be missed by all , forgotten by none

Brenda Phillips-Tingle posted on 1/13/21

I have so many wonderful memories of my uncle Franklin. He was such a kind and fun person to be with. Rest in peace uncle, you will be missed. I will always remember the good times.

Cliff Lacks posted on 1/13/21

I always enjoyed talking to my uncle Frank about sports & going to the casinos. My uncle always took care of his family. Rest in Peace Frank. You will be missed.

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