Francis X. Percy, 76, of Whiting passed away Saturday, February 24, 2024, at home. Frank spent his life as a contractor and in service to his country. Born in Neptune, he resided in Belmar and Wall Twp. before moving to Whiting 13 years ago. Frank was a Vietnam Veteran who proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps and was a purple heart recipient. Frank was a past Exalted Ruler of the Elks Lodge #128, Asbury Park in 1998. Frank was a devoted pop pop, father, and husband. He was loved, respected, and a true patriot, a role model and teacher. Frank was predeceased by his sister Christina Edwards. Frank is survived by wife Betty Lou, 4 sons Dennis, John, Keith, Francis II and his wife, Seana, 2 daughters Kimberly Swope and her husband, Gene, and Dawn, his brother Walter, his sister Cindy Strayer, and 11 grandchildren. Visitation 4-8pm Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at DeGraff Lakehurst Funeral Home, 119 Union Ave., Lakehurst.