Photo courtesy of Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, Inc. - New Orleans
Houma, Louisiana
Jul 7, 1940 – Aug 5, 2022
Louis G. Franklin, Sr.
Louis G. Franklin, Sr., 82, was born on July 7, 1940, in New Orleans, LA. He passed away
peacefully in his sleep unexpectedly on Friday, August 5, 2022, in Slidell, LA. Louis was a
staunch proponent of education, graduating fifth in his class from Joseph S. Clark High
School then earning his undergraduate degrees in mathematics and science from
Xavier University (New Orleans) and his master’s in chemistry from Loyola University
(New Orleans). In 1960, he married his high school sweetheart, Ann Kohlbatz and
following his college graduation, moved his young family to Chicago, Illinois where he
began his teaching career. After a few years, he brought his family back to New Orleans
to raise them in a close family and friends’ environment. He was passionate about the
value of education and how impactful it could be, so he built a classroom in his home!
He dedicated 35 years to the New Orleans Public School System; 17 years in the high
school classroom followed by 18 years in administration. In the mid 1980’s, Louis and
Ann established a real estate business to build their future and leave a legacy to their
children and grandchildren. Louis is survived by Ann Kohlbatz Franklin, daughters, Julie
Ann and Audrey Cecilia (Gervais Tchamadeu Ngaleu) and son, Mark David (Yvette
Dominique Franklin); grandchildren, Elijah, Zeinab, Zachariah, Jheira, Laquita, Jasmine
and Kaylah, brothers, Leroy and Albert, niece, Dana, nephews, Kenneth, Derek, David,
Thaddeus and Reginald, Jr., sisters-in-law, Marlene and Henrietta, cousins, Janet, Judy,
longtime family friend, Julia and a multitude of other relatives and friends, many of
whom reside in his beloved “Cut Off”, Algiers, where his father was raised. He is also
survived by Wanda Beoh Franklin, daughter, Kimberly Cecilia (Jason King),
grandchildren, Jordan and Kameron, He was preceded in death by his parents Louis
David and Cecilia Perez Franklin; sister, Dr. Jacqueline Cecilia Franklin and son, Louis G.
Franklin, Jr. Ann Kohlbatz Franklin and family invite you to attend the Mass of Christian
Burial on Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2022 St. Bernard
Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
Interment at Forest Lawn Cemetery, 1751 Gause Blvd W, Slidell, LA 70460. You may sign the guest book on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHARGE (504) 522-2525.
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I send my deepest condolences to his family. I worked for Mr. Franklin at his reality company after Hurricane Katrina in 2005 . He picked me up in Baton Rouge , Louisiana a few times .He loved Luther Vandross . He was the best Person I ever worked for in New Orleans . He owned a lot of houses there . I use to also live in a house in Little woods during the time I worked for him. He is gone but never forgotten by me.
Marlon Jackson
June 25, 2025 | Friend
Thinking of you every single day dad. Everyday. Kameron is getting so big and he is such a sweet boy. He doesn't talk alot yet but he understands very well. My favorite thing about his is that he LOVES music. He dances and sings alot. We took a trip to Disneyland a few weeks ago and he came back singing "It's a small world". lol If I ask him for a hug or a kiss sometimes he shakes his head no lol but most of the time he holds his hands out and gives me a big hug or he just puts his...
Mooch
August 21, 2023
My late condolences to Mr. Franklin as I just heard about this. He was the Asst. Principle at Gregory Jr High during my time there and my family lived in the house next door to you all on Rhodes Dr. I pray the loss have lighten. I'll keep the Franklin family in my prayers.
Will (Billy) Castle
March 23, 2023 | New Orleans, LA | Neighbor
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Tondalear
October 23, 2022 | Friend
May your soul rest in peace. You were a light that shined and a wonderful educator. You taught people they could reach their highest potential in life. To my family, much prayers and Love always.
Denise Ledet
August 22, 2022 | DALLAS, GA | Family
When I reflect on this picture, I wonder what mom and dad dreamed of for their future when they met and became sweethearts in high school, 1957. Like many, they dreamed of the family they would create, the professions they would start, the life they woul
When I reflect on this picture, I wonder what mom and dad dreamed of for their future when they met and became sweethearts in high school, 1957. Like many, they dreamed of the family they would create, the professions they would start, the life they would build together. And so they began, marrying in 1960 and soon thereafter, starting a family. 1962, Julie Ann, 1963, Audrey Cecilia, 1964, Louis Jr, and 1967, Mark David. They would embark on a life long love and partnership, building family...
Audrey Ngaleu/ on behalf of Franklin children Julie, Mark and the late Louis Jr.
August 18, 2022 | Douglasville, GA | Daughter
Your beloved family. Rest in peace dad.
Dad, remember mom had this beautiful family photo taken in 1969, sent to you for Father's Day, when you were hard at work in Chicago, building a future for your young family. I have always loved this picture and the memories it brings. Rest in peace dad.
Audrey Ngaleu
August 18, 2022 | Douglasville, GA | Daughter
Louis was a fellow member of the Honor Society at J. S. Clark Senior High School. He was an ardent school administrator who fought for his students. Louis will be greatly missed. So long Bulldog!
Raphael Cassimere
August 16, 2022 | New Orleans, LA | Friend
Praying for you and your family, sending hugs your way.
Kathrina Carr & Family
August 16, 2022 | Friend
