Helen Lois Franklin
September 28, 1934 - March 11, 2025
Helen Lois Franklin, age 90, of Newark, DE, passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.
Born in Upland, PA on September 28, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Helen (O’Hara) Hartley. Helen made her career as an administrative professional for Hewlett-Packard until her retirement.
Helen could often be found watching Jeopardy, the Price is Right, and Aerial America. In her spare time, she loved to read. Helen enjoyed being a life member of the VFW Post #475 Ladies Auxiliary.
In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Charles E. Franklin, Sr.; brother, Charles Hartley; and brother-in-law, Donald Franklin. She is survived by her children, Charles Franklin, Jr. (Deb), Ruth Preisch (Stan), Dale Franklin, Melba Saxton (Ron), and David Franklin; grandchildren, Lisa Permenter, Andrew Marker, Kelley Franklin, R.J. Saxton (Chelsea), Chip Franklin (Sam), Emily Saxton, Josh Franklin, Garrett Preisch (Shelly), Kirsten Costa (Chris), and Amy Brewer (Jeremy); brother, Richard Hartley; sister-in-law, Shirley Franklin; and 10 great-grandchildren.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 5 pm until 7 pm on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 121 West Park Place, Newark, DE. Inurnment will be held privately at the convenience of the family in Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Helen’s memory to any veteran’s charity of the donor’s choice.
Janis Chrystal
Dear Franklin Family.
So very sorry for your loss. May you be surrounded with love and peace in the time of sadness. ♥️
Pam beatie herr
I’m so sorry about your mommy. I know how you must feel prayers for your family and prayers for you.
Frank Devonshire
Mrs Franklin was a sweet woman and a great mom. She will be missed. God Bless her and her family.
Gale Dempsey & Gregg Hallock
So sorry for your loss of your Mom. I know that she was a special lady to her family and friends.
Donnie McClain
Dear Franklin family, I am so sorry, and sad for your loss. Sending hugs and prayers 🙏 RIP Helen❤️
Patrick McHale
My condolences
JeanLatchKawamoto
Condolences to you and the family. May she rest in peace