Helene Franklin (nee Smith), age 100, passed away peacefully at home on September 11, 2025. Daughter of the late Louis and Becky Smith. Beloved wife of the late Benjamin Franklin. Loving mother of Roger Franklin (of blessed memory), Dr. Terry Franklin and Wendy (Jim) Lord. Devoted grandmother of Michael (Renee) Lord and Rebecca (Benjamin) Stallsmith and adored great grandmother of Talia, Benjamin and Eli. Dear sister of the late Manny and Ruth. A special thank you for the dedicated care and love provided by Diane Bolton.
Graveside services will be held Sunday, September 14 at 10:00 AM at the Bet Olam Cemetery (Chagrin and Richmond Rds.) Beachwood, OH. The family will receive friends at the residence 2202 Acacia Park Dr. (Acacia on the Green, Reception Room) Lyndhurst, Ohio 44124 SUNDAY FOLLOWING SERVICES UNTIL 6:00PM. Arrangements made by BERKOWITZ-KUMINBOOKATZ MEMORIAL CHAPEL
Friends who wish may contribute to B’nai B’rith or Camp Wise.
