Ava Jeanette Franklin Obituary
We are sad to announce that on June 26, 2024, at the age of 90, Ava Jeanette Franklin of Monroe, Louisiana passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Billy Dee Franklin; her parents, Emmett Abernathy and Mabell Abernathy; her sister Carlene; and her brother-in-law Elton Branch.
She is survived by: her children, Cindy Smith (Gary), Billy Franklin, Jr. (Ann) and Mark Franklin (Judy); her grandchildren, Kris Sevier, Nikki Murphy (Josh), Justin Franklin (Tonya), Mindy Smith, Shawn Franklin and Kasey Franklin; her great grandchildren, Austin Murphy (Alyssa), Mason Murphy, Cade Scott, Emery Scott, Taylor Franklin, Addison Franklin, Kathryn Franklin, Braeden Franklin, Kenna Franklin and Kensleigh Franklin; and her brother Cledis Abernathy (Shirley). She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bright Star Ranch Alzheimer's Program for participant scholarship at 1416 Rowland Road, Monroe, LA 71203.
