Leon Franklin

Leon Franklin, a retired baker departed this life at his residence on Wednesday, December 12, 2012. Father of Shirley Smith, Lee Earl Franklin, Sr., Diane Franklin, Wilma Bruno, and Doris Franklin. Son of the late Joe and Irene Franklin. Brother of Samuel Franklin, Mammie Manuel, and Minnie Frazier. Preceded in death by his twin sister Rosalee, 4 brothers, 2 grandsons, and 1 great grandson, also survived by 31 grandchildren, 62 great grandchildren, 7 great great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age: 84 years a native of Crystal Springs, Ms. and a resident of New Orleans, La. Relatives and friends of the family also pastors, officers, and members of Westwego Church of God In Christ, Praise Temple Ministries, and neighboring churches are invited to attend the funeral service at Westwego Church of God In Christ 130 Louisiana Ave. Westwego, La. on Friday, December 21, 2012 at 10:00a.m. Elder Lee Earl Franklin, Sr. pastor / Bishop Sam Worthy of Praise Temple Ministries officiating Visitation will begin at 9:00a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Will Be Private Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. To view and sign guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com