He worked for Brant and Son Insulation for over 50 years before retiring. He enjoying old cars, watching the Gators, Dolphins and the Braves, but most of all he was a faithful Christina man who loved the Lord and his family.
He was a deacon since 1964 at Full Gospel Tabernacle Church.
Franklin was survived by his 4 wonderful daughters, Peggy Knight (Billy), Leah Kerr, Sheila (Paul) Padgett and Paula (Danny) Thompson; his grandchildren, Dennis, Kaley, Michael, Alyssa, Samantha, Taylor, Kevin, Donna, Brittany and Danielle and his great grandchildren, Brentley, Adele, Adam, Alec, Dixie, Kylie and Grayson. He was predeceased by all of his 12 siblings.