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June 20, 2026

Francis J. Larkins, 86

Francis J. Larkins, “Frank”, 86 of Ocean City, NJ passed away peacefully on Monday, May 26, 2025 in Shore Medical Center with his family by his side.

Born in Upper Darby, PA to the late James J. and Anna B.(nee Fox) Larkins. Frank was a graduate of West Catholic High School and LaSalle University.

He had worked as a Claims Adjuster and retired with Aetna. He continued working in Real Estate. He was Owner/Broker/Realtor for Shore Realty in Ocean City and most recently as a Private Investigator.

In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his Wife: Ann Dougherty Larkins in 2020.

Surviving are his daughters: Lisa (Robert) Matera, Susan (Joseph) Kelly, Kerry (Francis) Alejandrino. Also surviving are seven grandchildren.

Visitation and Mass of Christian Burial was held on Friday, May 30, 2025 at St. Frances Cabrini R. C. Church, 2nd Street at Atlantic Avenue, Ocean City, NJ.

Burial was in Seaside Cemetery, Palermo, NJ.

Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org

Arrangements by The Godfrey Funeral Home of Ocean City. Condolences may be left for the family at www.godfreyfuneralhome.com

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