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Madeline Henry Franklin

1932 - 2019

Madeline Henry Franklin obituary, 1932-2019, Norfolk, VA

BORN

1932

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Metropolitan Funeral Home

120 West Berkley Ave 

Norfolk, Virginia

Madeline Franklin Obituary

Madeline Henry Franklin, 86 of Norfolk, VA peacefully passed away on Monday, March 18, 2019 at her home. Born October 8, 1932 in Richmond, VA to the late Youell and Nancy Henry. She was predeceased by her loving husband, Harrison L. Franklin, Sr.; daughter, Manina Harris and brother, Otis Henry. Madeline retired from Norfolk State University after 25 years of service as a Library Cataloger. The family will receive friends for a wake service from 5pm-8pm on Friday, March 22, 2019 and the funeral service will be held Saturday, March 23, 2019 at 11am both services will be held at Mt. Gilead Missionary Baptist Church, 1057 Kennedy St. Norfolk, VA. Services are entrusted to Metropolitan Funeral Service, Berkley location.

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Mar. 21, 2019.
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I miss you so much grandma!! Please continue watching over us!! Love you always!!

Shari

Grandchild

September 12, 2020

I miss you soooooo much grandma!!!!❤❤❤❤❤

Sonya Garris

Family

June 5, 2020

I will forever miss you. Rest in peace until we meet again.

Irma Cooper

April 15, 2019

Mrs. Franklin helped me hide when all my frat brothers were desperately searching. She said "pledging is not easy". Thanks Ms Madeline, for the meals, warmth,and love that you and your family gave so freely. Just looking at your picture brought back so many pleasant memories..Love You !

Dezzi Hairston

March 23, 2019

Dez Hairston

March 23, 2019

Mrs. Franklin was one of the warmest and most caring people I had the pleasure of knowing. The heart that she had for others is a rare gift to the many people who had the privilege to know her and was blessed by her. I will always remember the love and kindness she bestowed on me. God said, her work here on Earth, will speak for itself. In my heart forever!
Much Love, Shelly Wade Gaddy

SHELLY GADDY

March 22, 2019

I will Miss my Sister and friend. Rest in peace. I will always remember you.

Love Rudell Wms. Joynes and family

Latonia Ruffin

March 22, 2019

Mrs. Madeline was the first person We met After visiting Mgmbc for the 1st time w/ her cousins Wanda & Tonya. She invited us to Sunday dinner & the rest is history! After 30yrs of friendship we love you MORE Sis. Franklin. RIP

Min. Patricia Newman

March 22, 2019

Rest in peace, cousin Madeline. I will always remember you as sweet, so very pretty, and inspirational. Your legacy will continue through your beautiful children and grandchildren. --Dr. Linda Bigger Pincham

Linda Pincham

March 22, 2019

Mrs. Franklin was such a joy and it was a sheer delight to be in her presence. Her entertaining conversation and laughter, made us feel like she was "one of the girls in the circle". Loving, warm and kind, we thank God for her legacy. Love to you Tish and the entire family, always!

Charieese Sutton

March 22, 2019

An Angel has departed and taken a new address with her creator. While it's painful to all of us that she left here to carry on with our work, hopefully knowing her destination eases that pain. My sincerest condolences to the Franklin Family during this journey... My Family and I will keep you in prayer. We ask the Lord for his grace and mercy and that it be given to this Family in the days ahead..

Walter Gaddy

March 22, 2019

The the Franklin Family:

Heartfelt condolences are extended to you in the recent passing of Madeline. We were co-workers at Norfolk State University for years. She was a kind, beautiful person who always was so pleasant to be with and to talk with. Her warm smile just bought so much light to your life. She was very professional and it was always displayed in her personally and certainly in her appearance. We enjoyed and shared many good times in our professional organization- NSUAEOP.

We loved her so much, but God loved her more. She will certainly be missed.

Shirley Whitaker
Retired NSU Athletics

Shirley Whitaker

March 22, 2019

Your mom always had a smile or something softly shared whenever you saw her. She will be truly missed. God Speed Madeleine Franklin

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Glenda Coefield

March 22, 2019

To the Franklin Family you are in my prayers Sorry for your loss

Jackie Briggs Jordon

March 21, 2019

My heartfelt condolences to the family. Mrs. Madeline was a jewel. This hurts. When I think of her I immediately think of my grandma because they were best friends. I love you all.

Kim Benham

March 21, 2019

Pamela Saunders

March 21, 2019

My sincere and heartfelt condolences. I pray that God will comfort, strenghten and bring peace to the family. Ms. Madeline was truly a jewel, a sweet, classy and sophiscated woman of God. May she RIP. Love and hugs sent!❤

Saundra L. Bethe-Pegues

Friend

March 21, 2019

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Deacon Willie Cuffee

March 21, 2019

May you Rest in Heaven. Say hello to my mom and dad

Bernadette Pattetson

March 21, 2019

TO THE FRANKLIN FAMILY I WILL MISS MY FRIEND SHE WAS A BEAUITFUL PERSON I WILL MISS HER SOFT SPOKEN VOICE HER KINF WORDS AND LAUGHTER

INEZ GRANT

March 21, 2019

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5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Mt. Gilead Missionary Baptist Church

1057 Kennedy St., Norfolk, VA

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Mt. Gilead Missionary Baptist Church

1057 Kennedy St., Norfolk, VA

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120 West Berkley Ave , Norfolk, VA 23523

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