Biography: Franklin Pierce Barrett, 93, of Little Rock and formerly of Detroit, Michigan, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on February 12. He was born October 20, 1915, in Monticello, Drew County, Arkansas, to the late Seymour and Mattie Williamson Barrett. Frank attended school in Monticello and then worked for the Civilian Conservation Corps, specializing in forestry, for a period of years. He married Sophie Penman in 1936 and moved to Detroit in 1940. He was employed by the Excello Aircraft Factory for 20 years, specializing in quality control. In 1960 he purchased the Amy Joy Bakery in Detroit where he became a baker. He then purchased the Great Lakes Bakery. He retired in 1988 and moved home to Arkansas where he enjoyed his hobby of wood working. He made beautiful pieces of furniture that he shared with many of his friends and family. He was a life member of Detroit Lodge #2 Masonic lodge, having been a Mason for 55 years. Frank was a special person. He never met a stranger. He would share anything that he had with someone and was always quick to offer his help. Whether it was a special Adirondack chair or a table or a wooden vase that he had made or special advice where he had personal experience, Frank made a difference in so many lives. He brought his bakery and cooking skills to Little Rock and was always making a special cake or creating a special spaghetti dish. Frank loved his family and always enjoyed being with them as often as he could. He never complained about anything. He always had a big handshake and smile to offer to anyone he met or came to see him. He was preceded in death by his wife Sophie Penman Barrett; five sisters, Elnora Swift, Maudie Hoover, Sula Barrett, Euna Scifres, Carol Mobbs; and three brothers, Edgar Leon Barrett, Steve Barrett, Clifton Barrett. He is survived by one brother, Walter Barrett of California; and one sister, Helen Bearer of Houston, Texas; a nephew, John Mobbs (Rita) of Little Rock; five nieces, Joanna Odell Hickey (Ernie) of Warren, Michigan, Mary McNeese (Bob) of Monticello, Annette Parker (J.E.) of Houston, Texas, Connie Busch (Bill) of Houston, Texas and Linda Womack (Dave) of Houston, Texas; and many close friends both in Little Rock and Detroit, Michigan. His wonderful sense of humor and outgoing personality, that we all loved, will be missed. A private graveside service, with Masonic rites, will be held to honor his life Saturday, February 14, 2009 at Roselawn Memorial Park. Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.