Ruth Franklin Obituary
The memory of Ruth Franklin (San Diego, California), born in Portsmouth, Virginia, who passed away on August 7, 2025 at the age of 85, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though Ruth has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her brother Leon Smith, Sr.. She is survived by: her husband Leonist Franklin; her daughter Javonda Franklin of San Diego; her granddaughter Jessica Franklin (Weldon Cook Jr.) of San Diego, CA; and her great grandchildren, SirMelvin F Johnson and Harper Cook of San Diego, CA. She is also survived by relative and a true friend.
