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Chrisandra Franklin
February 2, 2022
I would like to thank each and everyone for there prayers. I truly appreciate God bless each and everyone of you. My son and best friend Joshua De'vonta Franklin
JOY TRICE
October 4, 2020
WE THINK AND TALK ABOUT YOU OFTEN. WHEN I PULL UP TO THE APARTMENT I CAN SEE YOU AND CASEY SITTING THERE. AND HOW YOU WOULD JUMP UP REAL QUICK TO PULL THOSE SAGGING JEANS UP.LOL .I KNOW YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE. CONTINUE TO WATCH OVER US. LOVE AND MISS YOU JOSH
Tammara williams
September 7, 2011
Josh you are turely missed and we was always love you and remember you keep smiling down on us love you <3
zhanae
April 19, 2011
Rip josh u will always be missed
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March 21, 2011
mwahhhh i miss babe yo sister.... rashell
kenneisha hudson
November 17, 2010
kenneisha hudson
November 17, 2010
dear josh i miss u and i will always love u no matter what...iloveu....prayers to your family...~kenneisha hudson~
Kianna Scott
November 12, 2010
iloveyou joshua KiKI
kendra crosby
October 18, 2010
I may not have known you as well as others.. but from you being apart of the South Side Boys & Girls Club, and also a friend, I was devastated to hear about the loss.. You will be deeply missed.. ~Kendra Crosby~
PRECIOUS ELLISON
October 15, 2010
YOU ARE A WONDERFUL PERSON AND WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED. I WISH I HAD SPENT MORE TIME WITH YOU. I CAN REMEMBER WHEN YOU WERE A LITTLE BOY, YOU WERE SO FUNNY. I CAN STILL SEE ME, YOU, MEKA, JASMIN, KIA, SHELL, AND DOMINIC PLAYING. I REMEMBER IT LIKE IT WAS YESTERDAY. I KNOW YOU ARE WATCHING OVER ALL WHO LOVED YOU. SEE YOU AGAIN ONE DAY. PRECIOUS
tahjee mashore
October 15, 2010
even though i never knew you im stil going two pay my respects...your never forgotten..heads up and hearts open..:( we miss you !!!!
October 15, 2010
even though i only knew you a lil bite but we love you and know you looking over us...i know your famliy on your dad side but dnt know famliy on your mom side ...hope two meet them ...:( you will always be remembered
KRISTOPHER ALEXANDER
October 15, 2010
HE WAS A REAL KOOL PERSON 2 B AROUND JOSH BRAH U WILL ALWAYS B LOVED N MISS RIP JOSH
SHAKETTA JACKSON
October 14, 2010
R.I.P JOSHUA YOU IN A BETTER PLACE WE ALL GONNA BE WITH YOU SOON
James Forney
October 14, 2010
the only thing i can say about this man right here is he was a real warm hearted person and always fought for what was right and now he's fighting for god's army rest in piece man ONE LOVE
ROXANNE JEFFERSON
October 14, 2010
I DIDNT KNOW JOSHUA BUT I DO KNOW HE WAS A YOUNG MAN WHO LEFT THIS EARTH SUDDENLY AND THATS A SAD THING BY ITSELF. BUT JUST BY READING THE WORDS OF THOSE WHO KNEW HIM, I CAN TELL THAT HE WAS VERY WELL LOVED AND APPRECIATED. SO TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY JUST KEEP YOUR HEAD LIFTED UP HIGH AND THE MAN ABOVE WILL DO THE REST.AND TO THE ONES THAT ARE READING THIS, I KNOW ITS SAD TIMING, BUT THOSE TEARS, HEART-ACHES, AND EMOTTIONAL MOMENTS WONT LEAVE SOON, BUT JUST TRUST IN GOD AND EVERYTHING WILL BE ALRIGHT.IT TOUCHED ME AS WELL AND I DIDNT EVEN KNOW HIM!!!
Brittany, Dion & Breona Clarke
October 14, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
TAMIKO YARBROUGH
October 14, 2010
WORD WILL NOT EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR YOUR FAMILY. MY SONS WENT TO MBK WITH JOSH AND THEY SPAKE HIGHLY OF HIS SMILE AND SENSE OF HUMOR. YOU WILL BE INOUR PRAYERS AND KNOW THAT THESE ARE THE TIMES WHEN GOD DOESNT JUST WALK BESIDE YOU IN THE SAND , BUT HE WILL PICK YOU UP AND CARRY YOU THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME. PRAYING FOR YOU.
Beckah Mullenbrock
October 13, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends everyone at mbk is saddend by this event. The halls of mbk have never been so quiet.you are truly missed by everyone its amazing how this event brought the whole school together. Rest In Paradise. We Love You.! The senior class of 2011 will always have you in our hearts even when we walk across that stage we know that you will be with us we love you and miss you may you rest in peace!!!!!!!
Edna Chandler
October 13, 2010
Chris, I'm so sorry to hear about Josh. We didn't realize it was lil Josh until today. May you find comfort with his memories. GOD just call him home to rest.
Edna Chandler and Family
Shemieka Pace
October 13, 2010
We will all miss you cousin... It might have been to early, but we all will meet again... R.I.P til we meet again... Love you.... Mieka
Matt W
October 13, 2010
I did not know Josh personally...but a couple of my friends did...I have heard much about him the past few days...I just want all of you to know that my love and caring is with you in this tough time...and that I am here for you if you need anything...and I truly do mean anything...I love all you guys...Josh has been liberated from the prison of his physical body: now his true Self...the eternal, immutable Soul is now free to run, play, dream, heal...
Tangerine El
October 13, 2010
I remember the laughs we shared and the huggs we had. Can't believe you're gone, Smh you will be truly missed!. R.I.P Josh
SHAUN REID
October 12, 2010
"Josh, we will truly miss your loving smile and willingness to help every person you came across in life. Sleep on and take your rest, no more pain and earthly sorrow. we love you and forever shell you be with us."
YOUR TRU FRIEND, SHAUN A. REID AND THE ENTIRE STAFF AT CAPITOL MORTUARY FUNERAL HOME WASHINGTON, DC...
Just LIke JOSH wore it
Xavier Kidd
October 12, 2010
We hold u dwn on earth u Josh(Big Bra) wit da Cincinnati Reds fitted 2 da back
morgane ledbetter
October 12, 2010
josh may you rest in peace you will alyays be missed
Monica McKeiver
October 12, 2010
The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hands of God. May God continue to give his strength to our family in this time of grief.
James Shively
October 12, 2010
Chris sorry to hear about your lost.Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you and your family.James Shively 218-2470
Demetra (Meme) Christian
October 12, 2010
Lil Man , You are truely qonna ' be missed & never forgotten . There has never been a bad moment with you & you always would make sure everything & everyone was okay . Im never gonna' forget those days I'd come over to play the game with you & your bro or just come over to chill with your sis & them on your dad side . We kinda ' drifted apart when yall moved last year but you never left our hearts nor mind . I just realized it was you who asked about me to my bestfriend not to long ago .. It didnt hit me til now & Im glad you still cared for me like we all care for you . You had a heart of gold & We LOVE YOU !! Rest In Paradise Joshua D . Franklin * ='(
Nakita Goodman
October 12, 2010
I heard of his death on th news and through people around school. Although I didnt know Joshua at all my prayers and concerns go out to his family. I hope he rests in peace and that his family can survive this. With love, Nikki.
Angela( Ann) ellison
October 12, 2010
Josh we are going to miss u. Calling my name and making me laugh whenever I see you.You will always be my newphew. You would come to my house when you were young and never wanted to go home just hanging out with Dominic I love you and you are going to enjoy life where you are going. May God bless you .
Marc,angela, trey, nehemiah Roberts
October 12, 2010
We the Roberts Family are so sorry for your lose. We pray that God will comfort you during this time. Love Roberts Family
Michelle Lewis
October 12, 2010
Chris you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything that I can do for you please do not hesitate to call me.
laToya burleigh
October 12, 2010
R.I.P joshua u will b missed! <3
Lindrell Brown
October 12, 2010
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.. I will keep your family in my prayers.
August 2010..Summer full of so many happy memories =)
Neicy
October 12, 2010
Im really going to miss you Josh. Next summer is going to be so hard without you. Coming outside & not seeing you waiting on me to walk me to work is gonna be so hard but I know your in a better place. I will look after Shell for you when she comes to the club next year. The Boys & Girls Club will never be the same without you, my life will never be the same without you and I'll think about you everyday. I love you so much and Im really going to miss you lil bro. My prayers are definitely with your family.
Pamela Wills
October 12, 2010
May your soul rest in peace Joshua,your in a better place now. As your love ones prepare themselves through the healing process continue to watch over and protect them all.
Pamela Wills
October 12, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Karen Eaddie
October 12, 2010
My heart and deepest sympathy go out to the family and friends of Joshua. I pray that God will strengthen you in this time of grief and give you his peace. Josh will be missed by all who knew him but he will never be forgotten. Keep the faith and know that God with you in the midst of it all.
Kimberly Mattox
October 12, 2010
Chris,
I am having a hard time finding the right words to say. Just know that you and your family are in my prayers.
Marsellis Thomas
October 12, 2010
May GOD keep you close at this time and forever John an Deborah are prayers are with you an the family, Minister Marsellis Thomas(Richmond VA)
K Shelton
October 12, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about your lost. My heart goes out to you and your family. May God comfort you during this time of sorrow and grant you with Peace that passes all understand! The SHELTON FAMILY!
Mary H. Greene
October 12, 2010
Chris,our hearts are saddened at the passing of our love one, Joshua. I watched him grow from a beautiful baby boy to a handsome young man.He maynot be here with us in the flesh but he is watching over you & his sisters from above. Chris you did a "BEAUTIFUL" job raising your children. May God give you the strength to continue on.
We love you,
Aunt Mae, Crystal & Ciara
denisha webb
October 12, 2010
you may remember me lakesha litchfield sister i went to school with josh 6-8 and he was my friend imiss him more than ever i cant believe he gone i wont hes in my heart so are his family this is denisha webb
Cynthia & J.B.
October 12, 2010
To the Franklin family: We are so sorry to hear of Josh's passing. Chris, no parent should have to face what you're going through right now. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
Janet Stith
October 12, 2010
Chris, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless and keep you through this difficult time. I'm deeply sorry for your loss.
Keith Russell
October 12, 2010
My blessings go out to the Franklin family. May god bless and watch over you during this time, stay strong and keep the faith. He was a well loved young man.
Tanishia White
October 12, 2010
My deepest sympathy goes out to Chris and the Frankilin family. I am truly sorry for the passing of Josh. If there is anything that I can do please let me know.
Ebony Davis
October 12, 2010
Im So Soory For Your Lost.. I Went to School Wit Him And boushall.. We Will Really miss Him...
Sandra Latter
October 12, 2010
May God bless the family of Josh...He was so loved by the family of the Southside Boys & Girls club and will be surely missed by them all...I will definitely miss that big smile that could get $.50 from me to by a soda anytime...lol...i love you Josh, RIP
Angie
October 12, 2010
Chris I am truly sorry for your loss my prayers are with you and your family.
Rev. & Min. Rodney Brown
October 11, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. Faith consists in believing when it is beyond the power of reason to believe. You have to believe that Joshua was here for a reason and our memories of him will never be forgotten. We just wanted to let you and your family know that we are here for you. May God bless, keep and console you.
From the Staff of Mimms Funeral Home
October 12, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
The Willis Family
October 11, 2010
Franklin-Bledsoe Family, May god see you through all of this and keep you in his loving arms.
Katina Johnson
October 11, 2010
Franklin family be blessed!during your time of sadness know that , GOD needed another angel in heaven so he looked down and saw Joshua's face and chose him.Josh is a wonderful place with his heavenly father. Do not be sad but rejoice! Remember, GOD makes no mistakes! Be blessed! K.Johnson
sharon anderson
October 11, 2010
chris im so sorry for your family loss please if there is anything i can do to help please let me know your co worker sharon anderson
friend to the end
October 11, 2010
God be with Joshua's family.
N'Jeri Johnson
October 11, 2010
To Ms. Franklin and famliy, I am so sorry for the passing of Joshua. He was a wonderful person and student. He and his fellow classmates made my years at T.C.Boushall Middle School a joy. I will truly miss him.
Tiffany Curtis
October 11, 2010
Great friend. He will be missed.
Khari Hubbard
October 11, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
October 11, 2010
I am so sorry for the passing of your loved one, I didn't now Josh personnaly but my daughter Brittaney went to Meadowbrook with him, but I can say this God has him now and is taking very good care of him, may he rest in peace and shine all of his smiles upon us all.
C DeHart
October 11, 2010
There are no words to express the pain in a mothers heart whose child has been taken away from life far too soon. I know that pain but rest assured he is now in God's loving hands. There is no pain or sadness. Josh was a extordinary young man. Every morning he would enter the bus smiling at everyone and always greeted his friends at rear of bus with hugs for the girls and ritual handshake for the guys. Your presence will truly be missed on bus 280. Rest in Peace Josh.
b. waddey sr.
October 11, 2010
jer.31,13for i will turn thier mourning into joy,and will comfort them,and make them rejoice from their sorrow
from dr.fly /son fifth video
Celestine Hatcher Ellis
October 11, 2010
Chris and Family I knew Josh way back when, did not know him as a young Man. My family heart goes out to you, and we are praying for your strength in the Lord. Dont give up on God even thou, we dont understand why. Love you , Celestine Ellis,and the Hatcher Family.
God still will take care of Joshua , he is the God of the living and of the dead.
Andrea Thomas
October 11, 2010
Dear Chris and Franklin Family,
Words escape me at a time like this, but you have my condolence. Chris you raised a fine young man. Josh was polite and well-mannered. May Gods grace and mercy comfort you through your bereavement.
Love always,
The Caldwell Family
October 11, 2010
To The Franklin Family:
I know that this is a hard thing to have to go through when a love one leaves us so soon. Just know that Joshua is resting and is free from the ways of life. God said that he needed another angel in heaven so he went and picked the best.. Just know that God takes the best he will be greatly missed from New Direction Evanglist Church were he was a faithful member until his dismise may God forever bless and keep you all in his loving arms. Just know you have your NEDC church that will keep you encouraged we Love you all. The Caldwell Family Richmond Va
Bre and Amber
October 11, 2010
everyone at mbk is saddend by this event. The halls of mbk have never been so quiet.you are truly missed by everyone its amazing how this event brought the whole school together. Rest In Paradise. We Love You.!
shaketta jackson
October 11, 2010
You will be missed Joshua Franklin
Tiffany Murchison
October 10, 2010
Gone but never forgotten baby... u will definitely be missed you're in a better place now REST IN PEACE....
Khalil Hardy
October 10, 2010
Josh, I just saw you Friday during school and right after school when we were in the hallway. From going to Boys & Girls Club with you to playing basketball with you. Those were the days. We always gave each other info about our girl problems @ the club. You're going to always be in my heart. I'm trying to hold in my tears for you. I'm going to always keep you in my prayers dawg. I'm going to keep Rashell and your fam in my prayers as well. Just stopping by to show my deepest condolences to the funny, exciting guy. We never had a dull moment when you were around and I'll never forget that.LOVE YOU DAWG!!!!
-Khalil and family
Donna Crabtree
October 10, 2010
RIP.you were wy too young........
MARQUITA WALKER
October 10, 2010
I NEVER THUOGHT THAT I WOULD SEE THIS DAY COME WERE WE WOULD HAVE SAY OUR GOOD-BYE'S...YOU ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART AN YOU WILL TRULY BE MISSED. I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU.
BRITTANEY CLARK
October 10, 2010
"I LOVE U WITH ALL MY HEART" U CALLED URSELF MY BESTFRIEND & I NEVER COMPLAINED ABOUT IT. U KNEW HOW TO PUT A SMILE ON MY FACE & MAKE ME FEEL BETTER. I MISS U BRA-BRA. U'RE STILL HERE IN SPIRIT. THA CLASS OFF 2011 WILL HOLD IT DOWN 4 U JOSH. REST IN PARADISE. CAN'T WAIT TO REUNITE WIT U HUN. LOVE U.
Ariele
October 10, 2010
Josh,
just the other day I seen you wlking down the hall with that smile that will light up a room. Then I get home and hear that your gone! I still cant believe and DON'T wanna believe that your are gone. But God has a plan for all of us he felt that yu have touched many people lives and did all he put on earth to do, so he called you home with him. Now I know you will watch over all of your family && friends.
To Th Family Of Josh,
I am truly sorry for your lost. You all will be in my prayers.
-Ariele
October 10, 2010
i may not have known you but i am sorry and i can tell you were loved by many people!! hope you RIP and for the family i am so sorry for your the lose! name annomus!!
JOY TRICE
October 10, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
KE' YATA LEWIS
October 10, 2010
YOU ARE VERY SPECIAL TO ME AND EVERYBODY ELSE THAT YOU BLESSED WITH YOUR PRESENCE AND PERSONALITY..........IMA MISS SEEING YOU AND JUST LAUGHING AND JOKING IN CLASS. I LOVE YOU JOSH!!!!!!!!!!!
CALVIN LEWIS
October 10, 2010
WE LOVE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU WAS A TRUE FRIEND AND I'M NOT EVER GOING TO FORGET YOU...........WE MISS YOU BRUH.
Trae'Shaun Coleman-Moore
October 10, 2010
Joshua , "Biqq Dawq" As I Would Call You,You was A Good Dude Man,One Of The Realest People I Knew, It Was Cool Too Have Class With You At Meadowbrook Hiqh School ! You Always Kept Me & Everyone Else Laughin. . I Still Havent Grasp'd The Concept That You Are No Lonqer Her In Person,But Best Believe You Spirt Live On. . While You Up There Keep An Eye On Us ,Gardian Angel ! 10.8.2010 A Heart Of Gold Stoped Beating,&Tow Shiney Eyes Went Too Rest,The Day GOD Called You Home ;
Rest In Paradise.I Cant Wait Too See You Again,Sleep Good Bigg Dawg ;
Your lil'Dawg Trae'Shaun ;
Shartell'e Lewis
October 10, 2010
Words cannot express how I feel at this moment. My heart goes out Ms.Chris and her family.........the hurt and pain from losing a child is unmerciful. I just seen him with his vibrant smile, dashing dimples and bright eyes. He was such as sweet person. I wish this could all be over like a bad dream and somebody wakes us all up. God called you home early because your swag was just too real on this hell filled earth. You were truly one of Gods best. We Love You!!!!!!! R.I.P JOSHUA DEVONTA FRANKLIN.........GONE BUT NOT TO BE FORGOTTEN...THE LEWIS FAMILY
Shartell'e Lewis
October 10, 2010
It's so very hard to express how saddened I am to be writing this. Words cannot explain what to say to a mother when she has lost a child. Never in a million years would I dream of sitting in front of the computer doing this. I just saw him with his vibrant smile and dimples. I just wish this was a bad dream and somebody wakes me up. God chose to bring you home because you were one of the best...Weeping only endures for a moment, but joy comes in the morning. WE LOVE YOU, JOSHUA DEVONTA FRANKLIN..........................THE LEWIS FAMILY. MAY YOUR LEGACY LIVE ON FOREVER AND ALWAYS...GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN!!!!!!!!!!!!
Okesha Fields
October 10, 2010
Please accept our deepest condolences in the loss of a wonderful young man, Josh was classmate of our son and a boxing team mate of our daughter. He will be truly missed. My husband and I had several fun and hilarious conversations with him. For the little time we had to spend with him, he touch our lives. Your family will be in our prayers. And I know the Class of 2011 will forever carry him in their hearts and especially when they walk across the stage on June 10, 2011 for themselves and for him too. Rest In Peace Josh and keep your left up.
Ralph, Okesha, Kahlil and Jada
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