He leaves to cherish his memories five children, three daughters and two sons; Carolyn Franklin of Syracuse, New York, Bamma Franklin of Monticello, Destiney Jones (Anthony) of Little Rock, John Franklin, Jr. (Sherrita) of Grandview, Missouri and Cedric Franklin of Warren.
He also leaves three siblings, Matilda Jordan of Monticello, Rev. Daniel Franklin (Helen) and Donald Franklin, Sr. of Fountain Hill; two aunts, Bobbie Jean Miller of Fountain Hill and Opal Jean Franklin of Maumelle; ten grand-children, nine great-grandchildren and a host of family and friends.
Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 17 at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel with burial to follow in Longview Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Friday night at the funeral home. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.


Condolences(2)
Wonda Chestnut
Rosenberg, TX Saturday, October 10, 2015 My prayers are with the entire family as you experience bereavement. May God shower you with many blessings and comfort your hearts as you prepare to celebrate the homegoing of John Will.Barbara Benton
Warren, AR Saturday, October 10, 2015 Amanda, I was sorry to hear about your uncle's passing. I will miss seeing him at The Woods. God bless you and your family.