Nell is survived by five nieces and nephews, Ellen Singleton, Kathy Bullock, Terry Dilling, Bruce and Dan Wise; several great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Billy A. Dilling and Betty Dilling Wise.
The family will have a private service.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Gaston Hospice, PO Box 3984, Gastonia, NC 28054.
Online condolences may be made at: www.carothersfuneralhomegastonia.com
Carothers Funeral Home, Gastonia is serving the Franklin family.