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George Irvin Franklin

Portland, Oregon

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George Irvin FranklinJuly 25, 1929 - April 28, 2021 George was born in Butte, Mont., to Lola Griffis and Vernon Franklin. At age 12, he moved with his mom to Portland, Ore., where he lived the rest of his life.In his youth he was a star basketball player with the YMCA city teams. When scouts...

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Thank you for providing good company to my mother. RIP & enjoy good wine with Jesus! I hear he saves the best for last...

A gentle and sweet man, never prone to anger or resentment, always appreciating the beauty of nature right outside his window. He waved with a "hello" to everyone he passed while walking or saw passing by while sitting on the front deck. I do think he cherished every moment.
Phyllis D

George was my insurance man for many years. I met my first wife while she was working for George. Great guy with a positive attitude.
RIP my friend

Uncle George was such a happy, positive man! He loved telling the story of driving in a snowstorm from Portland to Poulsbo for my birth! He always made me feel special!