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Barras Franklin Obituary

FRANKLIN Barras "Pa-Poo" Franklin, Sr. departed his earthly life on Saturday, September 26, 2009, at the age of 65 years old. He leaves to cherish his memories, his mother, Mrs. Sarah Shavers of Denver, CO, his devoted companion, Margaret Kennedy; 3 sons, Barras, Jr., Kendal Franklin, Sr. and Bradley Stokes, 2 Step daughters, Jayed Stokes and Margaret "Ducky" Howard, 1 brother, Willie Shavers, 3 sisters Rosenell Martin of Los Angeles, CA, Lucille Martin of New Orleans, LA and Lena Mae Shavers of Denver, CO; 4 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services on Saturday, October 3, 2009 at 10am at Rhodes Chapel at 3933 Washington Avenue. Interment: St. Louis #3 Cemetery. NO WAKE. Visitation will begin at 9am until service time. Arrangements by Rhodes, 3933 Washington Avenue, New Orleans, LA. Please visit our website www.rhodesla.com to sign guest book.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Oct. 2, 2009.

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spencer cage

October 7, 2009

May God keep and bless you and your family. Our lost is God gain. We will keep yall in our prayer. From Linda& Spencer Cage.

Lerconya Shavers

October 7, 2009

You will truly be missed uncle papoo. I only got to see my uncle a couple of times, but you will never be forgotten!! From all your family in Denver, Colorado

Ms. Ann Howard

October 6, 2009

To Barras and Family May god bless you and your family and keep you all strong. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. From Ms.Elizabeth A. Howard and Family Class of 81 B. T. W.

Jimmy Roland

October 3, 2009

Ms. Margaret, and Franklin Family, May God Bless all of you in your time of Sorrow from Jimmy,Carmen,and Ashton Roland. I will miss Barras, and keep his memory alive in my heart..

Jimmy Roland

October 3, 2009

Ms. Margaret, and Franklin Family, May God Bless all of you in your time of Sorro from Jimmy,Carmen,and Ashton Roland. I will miss Barras, and keep his memory alive in my heart..

Jane'e Brunet

October 3, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Jeannette Carter and Jane'e Brunet
The Security Center

Venita Augillard

October 3, 2009

Lean on God He'll be your strength when you need him most.

Joseph Augillard

October 3, 2009

Beyond Life's Gateway There's An Open Gate at the end of the road through which each must go alone, and there, in a light we cannot see, our father claims his own...

Patricia & Travis

October 2, 2009

To Lucille & family

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love of God. Always remeber to lean and depend on Him. We'll praying for you at St. Joseph Baptist Church

October 2, 2009

May God's blessings and the memories of your loved one support you forever. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Stanley, Edna and Josh Brisco

margie carter

October 2, 2009

We were sorry to hear of your loss.The thought of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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