Mr. Jimmy C. Franklin

Jimmy was born in Catawba County, North Carolina to the late James Alex Franklin and Myrtle Jane Mace. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Alice Franklin; brothers; Ray Franklin, George Allen Franklin, Bill Franklin, and Boyd Franklin; sisters; Nettie Heffner and Dorothy Huffman.

He was retired co-owner of Hickory Home and Garden Center. He also was retired from Auto Supply. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and was aboard the USS Trathen during the Korean War.

Those left to cherish his memory are his son, Jeff Franklin; daughter, Jane Corley and husband Gary; grandchildren Jenna Corley, Aiden Caviness, Adia Caviness, and blessed children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren by marriage; sister, Jean Ervin, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Mr. Franklin will be held at East Taylorsville Baptist Church in the sanctuary on Monday, March 18th, 2024 at 6:00 PM with Pastor Kevin White officiating. The family will receive from 4:00-5:45 PM prior to service. Burial will be held at Catawba Memorial Park on Tuesday, March 19th, 2024 at 11:00 AM with military honors.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Jimmy’s favorite charity, St Jude’s Research Hospital 501 St Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105.

Online condolences for Mr. Franklin may be left at www.drumfh-hickory.com

Drum Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the Franklin family.