John David Franklin, age 37, of Oliver Springs, formerly of LaFollette, passed away Thursday, August 17, 2023. He was a member of East LaFollette Baptist Church. Preceded in death by father Johnny (Hattie) Franklin, grandparents Hattie Ray Franklin & Hattie Wilhoit Franklin, Rev. Layton Beets & Margaret Milton, brother-in-law Will Ellison.
Survivors:
Mother: Teresa & Husband Sam Chapman
Sister: LeAnn Ellison
Step-Mother: Kathy Franklin
Step-Grandmother: Joyce Beets
Nephew: Trey Ellison
Several other relatives and friends.
Family will receive friends 5-7 PM Tuesday, August 22, at Cross-Smith Funeral Home with memorial service to follow 7 PM in the Cross-Smith Chapel, Rev. Zach Lloyd officiating. Interment will be held at Bakers Forge Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to East LaFollette Baptist Church Youth Group.
Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home
Condolences may be given online at http://www.cross-smithfuneralhome.com