Franklin Edward Weltz, age 81 of Canton, GA passed away Friday November 14, 2014 at Pruitt Health in Marietta, GA. Interment with Marine Honors will be held at the Georgia National Cemetery at a later date. Mr. Weltz is survived by his wife; Karen Weltz, Canton, GA, sons; Christopher (Katherine) Weltz, Marietta, GA, Nicholas (Beth) Weltz, Woodstock, GA, sister; Nancy Haley, Santa Rosa, CA, grandchildren; Evan Weltz, Alex Weltz, Larsen Weltz, Erik Weltz. The caring staff of Darby Funeral Home is in charge of these arrangements.