Ypsilanti, Michigan
Franklin, Joe Ypsilanti, MI. Age 68, passed away Friday, March 16, 2007 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. He was born on December 24, 1938 in Danville, Illinois the son Clarence and Melvina (Wambles) Franklin. Joe was a yardman for General Motors for 23 years and was employed at Chumbley Chevrolet in...
Read MoreIn My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Carol Franklin
March 19, 2007 | Ypsilanti, MI
Iwas so sad to receive news that my good FRIEND (SLOW JOE) passed. joe was like a brother to me and will be missed. I know i will see him on the other side and we will renew our friendship.anyone wishing to share a memory of joe(i have a few) contact me at jst1704055aol.com
john stover
March 18, 2007 | Jacksonville, FL
I try to remember the Marraige advice Joe gave me when visiting me at my store. He said Communication is the key to a successful marraige. If you don't have good communication, it won't last. I have been pondering that inmy head the last day. Even though it has been over a year since I last seen Joe, I remember our conversation clear as day. Being a newlywed, I know he was right. I'm glad to have known Joe, and I'm glad he and my Dad were such good friends. I am sorry for those who...
Della White (Stephens)
March 18, 2007 | Ypsilanti, MI
