Atlanta Bagpiper's Death Uncovers Missing Son's Remains in Georgia Treehouse

Henry Frantz Jr. died in a Hawaii scuba diving accident, leading to the discovery of his son Hank's skeletal remains, missing for four years, on the family property.

Henry Frantz Jr., a 74-year-old founding member of the Atlanta Pipe Band, died in a scuba diving accident in Maui, Hawaii, on March 10, 2025.
Six days later, on March 16, family members found skeletal remains in a treehouse on Frantz Jr.'s Decatur, Georgia, property while settling his affairs.
The remains were confirmed to belong to Henry 'Hank' Frantz, Frantz Jr.'s son, who had been missing for four years but was never reported to authorities.
Authorities do not suspect foul play in either death, though the cause and manner of Hank's death remain under investigation, with hair samples sent for further testing.
Frantz Jr. was remembered as a beloved figure in the piping community, known for his musical contributions and active lifestyle, which included scuba diving and fossil exploration.