Ruth Franklin Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Ruth Franklin in Dothan, Alabama, who passed away on February 14, 2026 at the age of 71. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth Franklin to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, W. C. Spurlock and Norma Nicholson Spurlock; and her siblings, Frank Spurlock, Sharon Kennedy, Faye Simmons, Diane Sawyer, Vivian Jackson and Judy Chambless.
She is survived by: her husband Ray Franklin; her sons, David, Jimmy and Allen Franklin; and her grandchildren, Chasity Burkett, Chelsea Franklin, Caitlynn Franklin, Shana Knight and Carlton Burkett.
