Celebration ofLife Charles (Slim) Edward Franklin Sr. May 10, 1950- July 11, 2016 Saturday, July 16, 2016 1:00 P.M East Lake United Methodist 2500 Hosea L. Williams Dr. NE Atlanta, Georgia 30317 Reverend Anthony Slaughter, Officiating Life Journey ofCharles (Slim) Edward Franklin Sr. Obituary Charles (Slim) Edward Franklin, Sr. was born on May 10, 1950 to Leonia Franklin in Warrenton, Georgia. Charles was one ofjive children. He accepted Christ at a very young age and joined St. John A.ME Church. He received his formal education through the Atlanta Public School System. After graduating, he went to workfor Southern Bell, which is currently known as Bel/South. He retired after 20+ years as a linesman. On July 11, 2016, his earthly journey ended and his heavenly voyage began. His son, Charles (Skeeter) Edward Franklin, Jr., preceded him in death. He leaves to cherish his love and memories his daughter, Tia Franklin-Smith, Lithonia GA; 7 Grandchildren, Stephanne, Jamal, Sheilisa, Jasmine, Jerrod, Dominique & Christopher; 2 Great Grandchildren, Dylan and Khairi; 2 sisters, Susie F. Holland & Myrtis L. Woods; 2 brother, Leonard Franklin & 1 preceded, Jerry Franklin; Nieces, Yolanda (Ronald) Thompson, Qulinda (Candy) Williams, Namiko Franklin; Nephews; 1 preceded in death, Zearious Woods, Terrance Franklin, Terrance Brown. Special Friends; Benita Fowler & Brenda Jackson. And a host offamily member andfriends. I've Only moved Away When my life on earth is over And my body is cold and still Do not grieve because I left you, Just remember it is God 's Will. All my suffering will be over Every trial and every test When God has called and I have answered Don 't weep for I'll be at rest. Only ask yourselfthis question, "Am I ready to meet Him there?" Where there 'll be no separation In Heaven, so bright andfair. When you pass to view my body, Remember it's just a house ofclay Jesus has builtfor me a new mansion And I 've only moved away. Remember me as you pass by, For as you are now, once was L So I am, so shall you be, So prepare yourselves to follow me. Moving Out Notice Change ofAddress Dear Family and Friends, I want to let you know that I have moved, I received a call from God, the ChiefArchitect, who informed me that my new home was ready and I am to move in immediately. You all know that I have been sending my timber packing up getting ready to go, but there was some majorfinishing touches on some ofthe timber only the ChiefCarpenter Jesus Christ could fix. Some were a little too broad, thick or not long enough. Well, my new home is finished and it is a beautiful sight to behold. It is located in an exclusive estate area. It is behind a beautiful Pearlie Gate just offa serene celestial shore. Ofcourse the streets are paved with gold and every day is Sunday. I have lived many places before my new home was prepared and none ofthe others can compare. There is peace, joy, and happiness there, with no more pain to fear, neither strife nor discontent. There is only sweet serenity everywhere. I can go on and on about my new home, but I have to get fitted for my new wings. Let me give you wings. Let me give you my new address. Charles Edward Franklin Sr. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Promised Land, Heaven I don 't have a telephone new but call God. Ifyou don't have His number He is listed in the Good Book on every page. Hope to see you there. Remember Jesus loves you and so do I Love, Charles Edward Franklin Sr. A Home Going Celebration for Charles Edward Franklin Sr. Order ofService Prelude Processional Prayer ........................................................................... ...... . Hymn ofComfort............................................................... . Scripture Reading: OLD TESTAMENT.. .......................... ....... ..................... . NEW TESTAMENT ....................................... ........ ........ . Solo........................ ............................................................ . Remarks .............................................................................. . Obituary (Read Silently) ........................................ ... .......... . Solo.................................................................................... . Eulogy ................................................................................. . Acknowledgements.............................................................. . Benediction Recessional Rev. Darrell Robinson Blessed Assurance Pastor Cynthia Smith Kizzy Terrell 3minutes Please Kizzy Terrell Reverend Anthony Slaughter St. John AME Methodist Donald Trimble Mortuary Interment Kennedy Memorial Gardens 2500 River Road Ellenwood, Georgia 30033 Repass at the home of his niece Yolanda (Vet) Thompson Flower Ladies Namiko Franklin Rokesia Thompson Trinity Williams Serenity Williams Dorothy Dukes Maryann Kirkpatrick Pallbearers Terrance Franklin Ronald Thompson Milton Taylor Mark Howard Jim Lane Kenneth Reid ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The family ofCharles Edward Franklin, Sr. expresses our sincere thanks to everyone for the acts of kindness, your prayers, cards, and visits. We will be forever grateful. Special thanks to family, friends, healthcare providers, St. John AME Methodist. May God Bless and Keep You! The Franklin Famity Programs by Candy Franklin Williams