Donald I. Franklin

Donald Franklin Obituary

Mr. Donald I. Franklin age 68 of Portland, died December 7, 2012 at Middlesex Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Donald was born February 2, 1944 in Hartford a son of the late George W. and Alice (Cowles) Franklin and lived in Portland for over 40 years. He was a graduate of East Hartford High School Class of 1961. Donald had worked as a vice-president of manufacturing at the former Cushman Industries in Hartford for over 30 years; he also worked for various oil companies in Portland until his retirement in 2005. He was an avid golfer and member of the East Hartford Men's Club for many years. Donald coached various youth sports, especially baseball in Portland for many years. Donald loved being with family and friends especially at family picnics in the summer. He lived for spending time with his sons, daughters-in-law and grandchildren while impacting the lives of everyone he knew.
He is survived by his three sons: Brett D. Franklin and his wife Sandy of West Hartford, Craig D. Franklin and his wife Deb of Portland, Keith D. Franklin and his wife Roxanne of Portland, two brothers Edward Franklin of Vernon, Richard Franklin of East Hartford, two sisters Martha Franklin of East Hartford, Nancy Franklin of Burlington, VT, his nine grandchildren: Meaghan, Alec, McKenzie, Noah, Kelly, Carissa, Dan, Sam and Katie: two great grandchildren Zoe and Sharlotte and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his two grandsons Kyle and Nathan Franklin.
Donald's family would like to thank Dr. Kimmell, the nurses at The Infusion Center and the staff at Middlesex Hospital Hospice for their help and support during Donald's illness.
His funeral will be held on Wednesday December 12, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. directly at Trinity Church, Portland. Burial will follow in Trinity Cemetery, Portland. Family and friends may call at the Portland Memorial Funeral Home, 231 Main St., Portland, on Tuesday December 11, 2012 from 4 to 8 p.m. To send an online expression of sympathy, please visit www.portlandmemorialfh.net.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Connecticut Oncology Group, 536 Saybrook Rd., Middletown, CT 06457-4783, or Middlesex Hospital Hospice and Palliative Care, Middlesex Hospital, Office of Philanthropy, 28 Crescent Street, Middletown, CT 06457.
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Published by The Middletown Press from Dec. 9 to Dec. 10, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Donald Franklin

9 Entries

Mike Bianco

September 28, 2022

Don was extremely good to my mother, Sharyn Bianco, and me, Mike Bianco. I love him very much. He was a hilarious and kind guy. I have many fond memories of him. I miss him.

Dawn Anderson

December 13, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Don was an incredible man and he was always very positive even when he was so sick. He was a wonderful father and grandfather! He will truly be missed.
All of our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. If there is anything that we can do for you guys you know that all you have to do is ask! XOXO Dawn, Cliff and boys

John Tillotson

December 12, 2012

Brett & Craig, I'm very sad to hear of Your Dad's passing. I have enjoyed many conversations together while playing golf with all three of you and Don will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him.

Fred &Gloria Andrews

December 11, 2012

It is with great sorrow that we heard of Don's death. We miss him greatly Love and peace to Gregg,Brett, and Keith and their families.

Cassandra

December 11, 2012

I am so sorry to hear about Don. He was an amazing guy with the biggest heart. I loved having him as a neighbor down in Higganum. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this tough time.

Lee Ann Cheesman

December 10, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of Donald passing, I knew him thru Craig's stories of golfing and his sharing times with his dad. From everything I heard he had a great relationship with his family.. It really sad he gone so early in life. Always keep your memories of him alive in your heart. He will always be with you. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

Christine Araujo

December 10, 2012

Brett, Craig, Keith & Family,

Soo very sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful guy with a huge heart and love to share. He meant soo much to soo many & made everyone's day alittle brighter with his words, laugh & big hugs!
I loved him soo much, as I love all of you.

Shauna

December 10, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. Don was a great supporter of our Aetna Co-ed softball team and would come watch & cheer us on even though we didn't win many, we had fun at least ; ) He was a joy to be around!

December 10, 2012

We were so very sorry to hear of Don's death. He was a good guy with a great sense of humor.
Our sincere sympathy,
Linda and Bob Agogliati

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