Terry Franklin Obituary
We are sad to announce that on December 9, 2025, at the age of 72, Terry Franklin of Palestine, Texas passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Terry Franklin to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William "Coleman" Franklin and Wanda "Elaine" Beauchamp Franklin; his wife Nancy Franklin; and his sister Judy Franklin. He is survived by: his brother David Franklin of Slocum, Texas; and his children, James Franklin of Palestine, Texas, William Halestead of Washington, Jennifer Franklin of Palestine, Linda (Brent Morton), Becky Richards of Neches and Sheila (Chris Blevins). He is also survived by grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will be held on Monday, December 15th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Rhone Funeral Home (3900 S State Hwy 19, Palestine, TX 75801). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 16th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Rhone Memorial Chapel (3900 S State Hwy 19, Palestine, TX 75801). A burial will be held on Tuesday, December 16th 2025 at the Guiceland Cemetery (4075 Anderson County Rd 174, Grapeland, TX 75844).
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Terry L. Franklin can be directed towards Masonic Lodge of Elkhart, Texas.
