Monte A. Franklin

Monte A. Franklin, passed away on February 6, 2022 at home, at the age of 78. He was born in Memphis and was the son of the late Tillie and Ben Franklin.

Monte was an academic and a brilliant scholar. He graduated with honors from Christian Brothers University, where he received an undergraduate degree in electrical engineering. He also earned a Master's degree in mathematics from Georgia Tech. He pursued doctoral studies in mathematics at Florida Atlantic University.

His professional career encompassed engineering, mathematics, research and software design for Fortune 500 companies and not-for-profits including IBM, MITRE Corporation and Cordis. In retirement, he devoted his time to mentoring young students in mathematics, physics and chemistry.

An accomplished flamenco guitarist, Monte studied in Spain with some of the top players in the field, including Paco de Lucia. He traveled and performed with some of the geniuses of the genre, including Jose Greco and other well-known flamenco dancers.

Monte was an avid runner. He competed in numerous marathons including Boston and Miami and continued to run his entire life.

As a collector, Monte had an especially keen interest in stamps, books and guitars. His insatiable curiosity led him to study cosmology and history, especially World War II.

A kind and gentle soul, Monte made friends and got to know people wherever he went, whether in his community or around the world.

He is survived by his sister, Brenda Gold (Robert) and a niece, Lanie Richberger (Rick Rindel).