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BORN
1944
DIED
2007
Fred Franklin Obituary
Funeral: 3:30 p.m. Saturday in Greenwood Chapel. Interment: Greenwood Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Greenwood Funeral Home.
Fred was born in Marshall to Reba and J.W. Franklin. He was preceded in death by his wife, Linda, in 1995.
Surviviors: Son, James Franklin of Burleson; daughter, Rebecca Mann of Fort Worth; grandson, Tristan; granddaughter, Dallas; and brother, Sam Franklin.
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Memories and Condolences
for Fred Franklin
Debbie
October 9, 2007
I just wanted to say that I miss Fred deeply and I hope his family is doing well. This site will be open for a year an I hope people will visit during that time to rejoice in his life. Losing a parent before their time is always a most difficult path to endure but I think Fred left a very loving and special gift to all of those left.
Phillip Ogle
October 5, 2007
Mr. Fred was a class act. He will be missed by those who knew him.
Herb Miller
September 26, 2007
Fred was highly thought of by Herb and his memories will live on forever. The pain of losing a father goes deeper than anybody could ever know. We never know how blessed we are to have our parents and how much wisdom they really have. May God bless you and your family during this time.
Sincerely,
Herb & Patty Miller
Marissa Jordan
September 26, 2007
I had known Fred for about 20 plus years thru his daughter Rebecca.In those years I NEVER heard one thing bad of him and he was always postive when I saw him. I know he has 2 amazing children and 2 wonderfull, well mannered grandchildren and I believe this is a statement to the kind of man he was. The many friends that were at the service spoke volumes of how well he was liked.
I believe he is in a much better place and I pray we all see him there. Many thoughts and prayers with you all.
Brenda and Bud Ogle
September 24, 2007
Mr. Fred was our friend and a real gentleman and his quiet ways and dry humor will be missed. The loss of his low key strength and kind presence is already keenly felt. The world was just better when he was in it. God's comfort and blessings on his family in their time of grief.
Rebecca Mann
September 24, 2007
(I had no idea this section was here. I wish more people knew about it. Thank you friend for telling me. As with many other things this week, I could not have done it without you. I am forever grateful.)
All of your expressions of kind sympathy and rememberances of Dad's life are greatly appreciated and a wonderful window into his (other) life for us. I expect he didn't know how beloved he was. He was the best father ever and a really great role model. Those of you who called him friend seem to agree and I'm sure he would consider that a wonderful legacy and 'high praise'. Thank you all for caring while he was here as well as now and we are praying for you too.
Debbi Migura (Jackson)
September 24, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Charles Heffner
September 23, 2007
Our thoughts are with the family. May your loss be replaced with happy memories.
Kathleen & Charles Heffner (Deltona, FL)
Timothy Curl
September 22, 2007
Fred was like a father to me. He was the silent type, but someone I always felt I could talk to when I needed advice or just someone to talk to. I will miss him and my deepest sympathies go out to the family and to all those that will feel his absence in their lives.
Kathy Ellis
September 21, 2007
Our Hearts go out to The Family. Fred was a great neighbor to the Jackson family 20+ years. You will be missed..
With Love Kathy Ellis Jackson
Joe & Margaret Capuchino
September 21, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
kelly brady
September 21, 2007
Fred and I worked many late nights behind the market counter. Fred's friendship, funny stories and kind words will be missed. my deepest sympothies
James Franklin
September 21, 2007
We will miss him greatly. Thanks you for everything.
Janet Shaw
September 21, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Lynn Hinson
September 21, 2007
Sorry to hear of your Dad's death
Debbie Richards
September 21, 2007
Fred was a wonderful friend and will be missed deeply. My prayers are with his family in this time of loss.
Louise Johnston
September 21, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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