Helen Marie Franklin Obituary
Helen Marie Franklin (Council Bluffs, Iowa) passed away on June 14, 2026. Helen, born on August 1, 1944, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Helen Marie Franklin or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Helen will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Helen will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Helen’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Marvin Knickman and Ruth Knickman (Andersen); and her husband Albert Franklin. She is survived by: her daughters, Kaylene Hatcher and Chantal Franklin (Calvin Newton); her grandson Steven Seyler (Kristen); her siblings, Lois Rageth (Kenneth), Ruth Gapen, Shirley Anderson, Sharlene Smith and Jack Knickman; and her sister-in-law Ruth Salazar (Jose). She is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of other family and friends.
