September 8, 2023
September 8, 2023
Miss you every day but lean into all the life lessons you taught me. So blessed to have your mentorship and love. Love you ❤️
This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Charles Franklin, 90 years old, born on June 22, 1923, and passed away on September 8, 2013. We will remember him forever.
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September 8, 2023
September 8, 2023
Miss you Dad.........think of you everyday!!!!
June 22, 2018
June 22, 2018
Dad-it has been 5 years since you transitioned. I think of you all the time and even more when I need business advice. I miss your smiling face and always asking how I am...........I miss you Dad
June 20, 2015
June 20, 2015
Dad-
Tomorrow is your 92nd birthday. Much has happened for me and our family over the past two years. Elizabeth is completing her Master's degree in England, Maria has only 6 months left of medical school, Jackie is working at Wells Fargo again this summer, and Mom is doing great. We lost Marge in April, although you know that already....my business continues to grow and we continue to serve the most vulnerable children who much like you growing up have to rely on food stamps. I write this as I listen to Frank Sinatra sing "I Did It My Way." I now understand why you liked this song so much. It was you who taught me to do it 'My Way." I miss you Dad!!!! However, I am aware that your I love, wisdom, and compassion are with me everywhere.
Tomorrow is your 92nd birthday. Much has happened for me and our family over the past two years. Elizabeth is completing her Master's degree in England, Maria has only 6 months left of medical school, Jackie is working at Wells Fargo again this summer, and Mom is doing great. We lost Marge in April, although you know that already....my business continues to grow and we continue to serve the most vulnerable children who much like you growing up have to rely on food stamps. I write this as I listen to Frank Sinatra sing "I Did It My Way." I now understand why you liked this song so much. It was you who taught me to do it 'My Way." I miss you Dad!!!! However, I am aware that your I love, wisdom, and compassion are with me everywhere.
September 9, 2014
September 9, 2014
I never met Mr. Franklin but it has been my pleasure to enjoy daughter Lesleigh's friendship for many years. Her sensitivity, generosity, openness and loyalty are a tribute to his legacy and evidence of his love and dedication to his family. A long life well lived!
September 8, 2014
September 8, 2014
Mr. Franklin, you raised an amazing human being. Lesleigh has been a solid, steadfast friend for many years. Her solidarity and compassion, dedication and strong spirit are a testament to you and your own kindness, strength and compassion.
September 21, 2013
September 21, 2013
Dad-
There are not enough words to say all that I want to say. Thank you for the wisdom, knowledge and everlasting belief you had in me. Your courage taught me to overcome fear, and know everything is possible. I miss you every day, and know that you are still walking with me.
love you les
There are not enough words to say all that I want to say. Thank you for the wisdom, knowledge and everlasting belief you had in me. Your courage taught me to overcome fear, and know everything is possible. I miss you every day, and know that you are still walking with me.
love you les
September 14, 2013
September 14, 2013
Uncle Chuck and Aunt Donna along with Judy, Jay and the girls would join us at Christmas dinner the past few years. Uncle Chuck would ask for a scotch to start the evening and we would sit at the dinner table after dinner and enjoy great conversation. We will miss him tremondously! We love you! Patty Thuve
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September 8, 2023
September 8, 2023
Miss you every day but lean into all the life lessons you taught me. So blessed to have your mentorship and love. Love you ❤️
September 8, 2023
September 8, 2023
Miss you Dad.........think of you everyday!!!!
June 22, 2018
June 22, 2018
Dad-it has been 5 years since you transitioned. I think of you all the time and even more when I need business advice. I miss your smiling face and always asking how I am...........I miss you Dad
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You are here with us in every memory!
June 20, 2015
Dear Mr. Chuck: Recounting these past two years, I can tell you that you are missed so much. Ms. Donna is OK. Lesleigh is following your example of how to be in life, and your grandchildren are following their dreams. Judy and Jay keep working hard in support them in their journals. Everything is just fine. the sadness is still present as well as the hope you can see every accomplishment of this family is the best stimuli to keep going.
Love and Peace,
Your still with us in every memory,
Marisol
My Way
June 20, 2015
Dad-
The greatest gift I receieved from you was "courage." You taught me through our many backpacking, sailing, camping and road trips to college, that I must always keep going. Stand up, wipe of the dust and keep going. Your strength and courage is embeded in me and our family............I take you with me everywhere. Thanks Dad! Thanks for taking me to the beach when I was 7 and teaching me that each time I would get knocked down all I needed to do was stand back up. I still use this metaphor of body surfing.............
love you Dad!!!!!