Jimmy Franklin Obituary

We announce the death of Jimmy Franklin of Bay Minette, Alabama, who passed away on July 24, 2026, at the age of 78. Jimmy will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jimmy Franklin to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edna Earl Franklin Hollingsworth and Mose J. Franklin; and his sister Bonnie Rogers. He is survived by: his daughters, Kimberly Franklin Burkett and Jennifer Hastings (Eric); his grandchildren, Kristen Simoneau (Taylor), Maggie Burkett, Brianna Powell, Brooke Powell, Stefanie Truhel (Cody), Sydney Hastings, Eric Hastings (Ariel) and Elija Hastings (Tiara); his great grandchildren, Kristopher, Owen, Eli, Noah, Abel, Magnolia, Miles and Mila; and his siblings, Ricky Franklin (Lois), Johnny Franklin (Betty), Caroline Coleman (David), David and Bonnie Powell.