Richard Franklin Obituary

In loving memory of Richard Franklin (Salisbury, North Carolina), who departed this world on March 22, 2026 at the age of 75. Richard leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Franklin to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Mary Jo Gallagher and Lloyd Vance Franklin; and his nephew Chad Powell. He is survived by: his wife Shirley Tomlin Franklin; his son Eric Franklin (Kim); his grandchildren, Natalie and Lucas Franklin; his sister Barbara Huffman; his nephew Mark Huffman; his sister Jane Powell; his niece Nikki Williams (Daniel); his great-nephews, Bryson and Garrett Williams; his brother Joe Franklin (Jill); his nieces and nephews, Mallory and William Franklin; his son Todd Padgett; his grandchildren, Brandon Taylor and Colby Padgett; his daughter Suzanne Eckhardt; his grandchildren, Sydney, Allison and Sean; his great grandchild Erin Keller; Cathy Griffin, Hadley, Kolsen, Madelynn and Andrea.