Timothy William Franklin

Timothy William Franklin, son of the late Antoinette C. and Herman (Modie) Franklin Sr., was a lifelong resident of New Orleans. He was educated in the Orleans Parish Public System and was a 1978 graduate of Booker T. Washington High School. He was the grandson of the late Mamie Williams, Alfred J. Butler, Elizabeth Richardson and Joseph Franklin. And the great-grandson of the late Louis and Mittie Williams. He departed this earthly life on Monday, March 30, 2020. He is absent from His physical body, now present with the Lord. In addition to the recent passing of his beloved mother, he is also preceded in death by his brothers: Herman Franklin, Jr. and Anthony Franklin. He leaves to cherish his memory, his sisters: Deborah and Tammy Franklin and Pamela (David) Carter. His brothers: Lawrence, Percy Sr. (Tammy), Jerry (Connie), Paul, Curtis, and Kevin (Ethel) Franklin, Sr. Additionally, he is survived by a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. ".....Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning." (Psalm 30:5). Family and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service on Friday, April 3, 2020 for 11:00 a.m. at St. James Methodist Church, 1925 Ursulines Ave, New Orleans, LA 70116. Visitation will begin at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Joseph Tilley, officiating. Guestbook Online: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504) 282-0600. Linear Brooks Boyd and Donavin D. Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.