With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Charles Franklin of Davenport, Iowa, born in Milan, Missouri, who passed away on April 16, 2024 at the age of 75. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Russell Franklin and Opal Franklin (Daniels); his wife Nora "Beanie" Strassburger; and his siblings, George Franklin, John Franklin, Jim Franklin, Betty Foster and Nellie Dixon.

He is survived by : his children, Julie Franklin-Smith and Chris Franklin (Jennifer); his grandson Max Smith; and his siblings, Dorothy Smith, Marge Phelps and Larry Franklin. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held on Saturday, April 20th 2024 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home (614 Main St, Davenport, IA 52803). A celebration of life was held on Saturday, April 20th 2024 at 4:30 PM at 2815 W Locust St, Davenport, IA 52804.

Memorials may be made to Gilda's Club of the Quad Cities, or to the family.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Devries, K Daniel Halligan-Mc Cabe De Vries Funeral