John Otis Franklin Jr., of Decatur, Passed away on January 31, 2016. The visitation will be held on Thursday, February 4, from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. in the Roselawn Funeral Home chapel. A memorial service will be held immediately after at 6 p.m.
John was preceded in death by his parents, John O. Franklin Sr. and Jessie Bell Blake. Mr. Franklin is survived by his wife of twenty-seven years, Sue Franklin; daughters, Mary Franklin, Dana McCutcheon (Jeff), and Ginger Carr (Kia); son, David Cofield (Vanessa); thirteen grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
John was very knowledgeable and loved to spend time reading. He was a huge Pittsburg Steelers fan. He cherished his service to this country, spending four years in the Navy, and another six in the Army. Following his service, he became a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He spent time as the Past Post Commander in Midland, Michigan. He also became the State of Alabama President of the Fraternal Order of Eagles.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be to Hospice of the Valley at 240 Johnson St. SE Decatur, AL 35601, or the Boys & Girls Club of Decatur at 1602 Beech St. Decatur, AL 35601.
