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Victor Franklin Obituary

EVANS, Ga. - Victor A. Franklin, 56, transitioned peacefully from his earthly home on the second of June 2016 at his residence in Evans, Georgia. He was born in Chicago, Illinois to James and Ethel Franklin. He attended Lutheran schools where he received numerous accolades including "Who's Who," National Merit Scholar and was salutatorian of his graduating class. Later he attended the University of Illinois, Champaign/Urbana Law School where he obtained his Juris Doctorate degree. He had an outstanding career as a corporate legal advisor serving as the General Counsel for the United States Environmental Protection Agency, Chicago, Illinois and 25 plus years as General Counsel with Savannah River Remediation, Savannah River Site, Aiken, South Carolina. Victor was a very kind and loving man. He was a devoted husband, father, son and brother. He was confirmed at the age of 12 by Reverend Otto Thime of Timothy Lutheran Church, Chicago, Illinois. For the past five years he served as an Elder at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Augusta, Georgia. His father (James A. Franklin) preceded him in death. He is survived by his loving wife Stephanie; cherished daughters, Olivia and Natalie Franklin, Orlando, FL; devoted sons, Jonathan Dingle, Dallas, TX and Jordan Dingle, Aiken, SC; granddaughter, Kierstynn Dingle, Dallas, TX; faithful mother, Ethel Franklin, Chicago, IL; caring sister, Karen Franklin, Chicago, IL; mother-in-law, Bea (Abe) Thompson, Mesa, AZ; two sisters-in-law, Shonda Bell, Martinez, GA and Tenise Bell, Tampa, FL; brother-in-law, Tony Bell, Tampa, FL; nieces, Kennedy and Kyndall Bunyan, Martinez, GA; the mother of his daughters, Carol Franklin, Orlando, FL; and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 6-8pm on Friday, June 10th at Tabernacle Baptist Church Family Life Center at 1230 Laney Walker Blvd. in Augusta. The funeral will be held at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church at 402 Aumond Road in Augusta at 2pm on Saturday, June 11th. Mausoleum entombment will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Graniteville, SC immediately following the funeral. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial gifts be made to the Salvation Army at 322 Gayle Avenue NW, Aiken SC 29802 or to the memorial fund at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church at 402 Aumond Road, Augusta, GA 30909. W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401.

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Published by The Augusta Chronicle from Jun. 4 to Jun. 9, 2016.

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Winona Jones Agbabiaka

September 28, 2017

So sorry to learn of the Victor's passing. He was a college classmate at Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, Illinois. I remember him as intelligent, gentle and kind. My condolences to his family.
Winona Agbabiaka, Illinois Wesleyan, '80

Lena Whitaker

May 19, 2017

My husband and I offer our sincere condolences on the passing of Victor. We attended Illinois Wesleyan with him and have fond memories of that time. May God continue to comfort you.
Sincerely,
Lena and Larry Whitaker '83

Dean Monroe

January 4, 2017

A gifted colleague, an encourager, a friend, although I would only hear from him every ten years, he was memorable. Rest in peace, you are missed. Dean

September 1, 2016

Dear Stephanie and family, I am so sorry to hear of Victor's passing; I knew him only in High School, however he was a smart, sweet and wonderful friend. Your family is in my prayers. Victoria Manville Karr

Linda Kennedy

August 22, 2016

Stephanie: I just found out today that Victor has passed from his earthly life into the presence of our heavenly FATHER. As always, I love you and your boys. My prayers are with you during these days of loss. May God continue to be with you, family and friends.

Tyrone & Bernice L. DeLoach

June 15, 2016

Stephanie & Family,

We're thinking of & praying for you. May The Lord continue to Bless & keep you in His Loving care.

Lynnette Rodriguez

June 14, 2016

I forgot to add our names to the entry that begins "Dearest Stephanie". With love, Lynn, Jose, Jackie, and John Rodriguez.

Erwin & Olivia Phinizy Williams

June 13, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

June 13, 2016

Dearest Stephanie and the extended family of Victor Franklin. Our hearfet sympathy go out to you during this difficult time of transition. I remember the last time I spoke with you, hearing the excitement and love in your voice each time you mentioned your husband's name. Please know that our prayers are with you and we are here for the largest or smallest need Do not ever hesitate to ask, we love you.

Cynthia M

June 12, 2016

May God bless and keep you.

Bernice S Kelly, Sheeinee K Goss, Willie & Janice J Kelly

June 11, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you. May the LOVE of God continue to be with you now and always.
With Love,

Joyce Randolph

June 11, 2016

Mrs.Franklin and family, I want you to know you are in my prayers.

Goldie Randle

June 10, 2016

Stephanie and family, may GOD continue to bless you and your family during this time of sadness.

Union Missionary Baptist Church Family

June 9, 2016

Please know that you are in our prayers.

Mark Myers

June 9, 2016

Franklin family our prayers are with you in your time of loss.(Myers family, Mark,Deborah,Melody&Morgan.

Gloria Johnson

June 9, 2016

Stephanie and family, my heart is saddened by the loss of my great colleague and friend. I could always count on Victor to give words of wisdom and guidance during difficult legal challenges in my career. It didn't matter how seldom we talked, he was always responsive when I called, offering wise counsel and thoughtful encouragement. The legal community has lost an awesome leader and advocate, but heaven has gained a precious gem. Victor will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Please let my husband Elwis and me know if we can do anything to assist you during this difficult time.

Joan Harmon

June 9, 2016

Stephanie, So sad to hear of your loss, Stan and I will keep you and your family in our prayers and may God grant you comfort.

Joyce Ray

June 8, 2016

My prayers are with you.

Carolyn Thorpe

June 8, 2016

Stephanie, Victor was there for me at a time when I needed him. You and your family are in my prayers.

Kevin Brown (SRR)

June 8, 2016

Stephanie, may God bless you and your family through this difficult time.

Kent Gilbreath

June 8, 2016

Stephanie, sorry for your loss. Let me know if you need help around the Creek

John and Terri Lindsay

June 7, 2016

Stephanie, We were so saddened to learn of Victor's passing. He will be missed by all who knew him. Please know that you and your family are in our hearts and prayers.

Tonya Hillman

June 7, 2016

Stephanie - Praying for you and your family for your loss. May you feel God's comfort and draw from his strength.

Vanessa Jacobs

June 7, 2016

I met Victor a few times over the last years since I joined the General Counsel. May his soul rest. May the family find solace in the everlasting arms.

Lynne Timmerman

June 7, 2016

Victor was my Elder at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. Although I didn't know him well, I will always remember the kindness he showed Ronnie and me when my mother-in-law died last July. He sent us a beautiful sympathy card and told us to call him if we needed anything. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Lynne and Ronnie Timmerman

Patsy Foreman

June 6, 2016

Stephanie In your time of sorrow may God bless you and your family.

Machell Mims

June 6, 2016

Stephanie - May God be with you and your family during this time of bereavement.

Machell & Bruce Mims

Cathy Smalls

June 6, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ellen Hansmann

June 6, 2016

In this sorrowful time, I would like to extend to you my heartfelt condolences. May the Lord comfort you and your loved ones. While no one can prepare you for such a loss, take comfort in knowing that he is now resting in the arms of our Lord.

Karen Lesko

June 6, 2016

We are so sad to hear this. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Franklin family. Andy and Karen Lesko

Garry Naples

June 6, 2016

Rest in Peace Victor. You were a class act. I always enjoyed reminiscing with you.

Wayne Edwards

June 5, 2016

Our hearts will miss him dearly, but the memories of Victor will remain alive in our minds. Rest in peace my friend. We will cross paths again soon.

-Wayne & Mary Edwards (Our Redeemer Lutheran Church)

Eulalia - Scott Thomas

June 5, 2016

As a past paralegal for Victor he was always straight up and on point. He always said what he meant and meant what he said. There were times when I would say "ok, Victor, loosen your collar, and loosen up". He would just smile, and ask me, "really?", and I would answer him "REALLY"! He really wasn't like he seemed, he was really a down to earth boss and we worked well together. Rest in God's arms Victor in peace and God Bless your family.

Danny Walters

June 5, 2016

Victor, it was an honor and privilege working with you at Savannah River Site. We crossed paths on a few occasions at work in my position as an Internal Auditor for WSRC but the time I remember most was seeing you at one of the annual Father-Daughter Day Dances in Martinez. It was very evident that you loved your two daughters very much - as much as I love my two daughters. Rest in peace, my friend. I know you are in a better place.

Matt Alan

June 4, 2016

To Victor's daughters, three things to know about your father: Victor was a visionary in the law, coming up with great ideas, that I was only too happy to implement. He was loyal; when I was losing a job early in my career it was Victor who advocated for me which led to my jobs in Aiken. And while being notorious for being secretive about his personal life, the one thing he would open up about was you and how much he enjoyed taking care of you. He cherished you. I will miss your father very much.

Linda Lack

June 4, 2016

Our heartfelt sympathy to Victor's loved ones. It was our honor to know him through Christ at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. Victor was and still is our church family. You will be missed our friend. Thank you for your service to Our Lord and Savoir Jesus Christ and the many tasks you shared with us with our church family at Our Redeemer. You have earned your Angel Wings! Go rest high on that mountain our dear friend. With Christs Love and through Christ Linda & Rober Lack

Mark Schmitz

June 4, 2016

Our heart goes out to the family. We wish you peace in the knowledge that Victor is in a better place, a place where there is no sorrow and no pain. He is is in the hands of our Lord.

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