James Florence Franklin was born Oct. 18th, 1950 in Walton County GA. to Robert Henderson and Lindie Mae Franklin. James proudly graduated from Archer High School in Atlanta, GA. Following high school he briefly volunteered for military service with the United States Navy, but was medically discharged.
Undaunted, James dedicated himself to a long and successful career of over 40 years with Office Furniture Expo. Loved by both co-workers and customers alike, it became his second home.
In 1985 James married the love of his life, Lillie Mae Boykin. Together they raised Frankie Lee Hill Jr. and gave birth to Eric Lorenzo Franklin.
Here to cherish James in loving memory is his wife Lillie, grandchildren and great grandchild. Frankie & Marie-Elizabeth Hill, (Debra DeMillo, Ryah Walker, Brianna Walker, Taylor Hill, Myles Hill, Jasmin Hill, Frankie Lee Hill III, & David Salinas Jr.), Eric & Katrina Franklin, (Desiree Nichole Franklin & Dean Xavier Franklin.) Seven Sisters-in Law, Vivian Russell, Carolyn (Lloyd) Pernell, Marian Boykin, Elizabeth (Willie) Hicks, Edith (John) Smith, Belinda Boykin, Vernice Grier and a host of cousins and other relatives.
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