Gartrell Delano Franklin Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Gartrell Delano Franklin (Washington, District of Columbia), whose life came to an end on February 16, 2026 at the age of 81, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gartrell Delano Franklin to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lillian Franklin (Cummings) and Willie Claude Franklin; his wife Nancy Mae Thomas; his sister Claudette Ford; his parents-in-law, Viola Thomas and Arthur Thomas Sr.; and his brothers-in-law, Arthur Thomas Jr. and Lawrence Walters.
He is survived by: his daughter Rasheedah Anjail Franklin; his sister Janet Phoenix; his niece Natalie Ford; his nephews, Kendric Ford, Allan Phoenix and Everett Phoenix; his sister-in-law Bobbie Walters; and his daughter-in-law Wendy Conway.
