Bealie Franklin

The life of Bealie Franklin began when he was born on July 20, 1914, in Elmore City, Oklahoma. He was born to the union of James Earl Franklin, Sr. and Elmira Richardson Franklin. He was the first born in the family. He was raised surrounded by his brothers, Willis, Earl, James, Alvin, George and his sisters, Dorothy, Varie, Argerine and Susie. Bealie received his early education in Elmore City. In 1938, he relocated to Denver, Colorado. Bealie united in holy matrimony to the former Annie Bell Williams. The couple first met when they both resided in Oklahoma. To this union, Deola and Maurice were born. The family shared many happy and precious moments together. Bealie and Annie have shared 78 years of marital bliss. Later his grandchildren, great grandchildren, great, great grandchildren and his one great, great, great grandchild was a source of additional joy and pride in his life. They lovingly called him "Papa" and fondly remember him sharing his vast knowledge and wisdom with them. By profession, Bealie was employed by Gates Rubber Company and MD&F Company for over thirty years. He is remembered as being a hard worker who worked well with his coworkers and performed his duties with precision and accuracy. He was respected by his employers for his dedication and his paying close attention to details. A man of faith and belief in the Lord, Bealie joined New Hope Baptist Church in 1949. He served his church and the Lord as a member of the Deacon Board and the Layman Choir. He truly enjoyed his walk with the Lord and fellowship shared with his church family. He loved reading the Bible and always encouraged his family to have the right relationship with the Lord. He has been a faithful member for over 64 years. Bealie was a man who loved to spend quality time with family and friends. He loved listening to the radio while sitting in his car to keep up with local and current events. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching football and basketball. For relaxation, Bealie would take long walks for exercise and to enjoy the beauty of living in Colorado. He will be missed by all who were able to share his wisdom and knowledge. To know Bealie was to love him. He is preceded in death by his son, Maurice Franklin; his parents, James and Elmira Franklin; a brother, Alvin Franklin; sisters, Alta Roberts, Laura Colbert, Mardina Simmons, Gertrude Simmons; grandchildren, LaWanda Rae Franklin and Michael A. Franklin. On April 24, 2013, the Lord called Bealie Franklin to his Heavenly home at the age of 98. Those left to cherish his memory and mourn his loss include his loving and devoted wife, Annie B. Franklin; his daughter, Deola F. Bowen both of Denver; three brothers, Earl (Ernestine) Franklin, Willis (Mary) Franklin, James (Jean) Franklin, Jr. all Aurora; four sisters, Argerine S. Stevenson, Denver, Dorothy Poindexter, Aurora, Varie Story and Georgia Fortune both Denver; one grandchild, Myron Bowen; three great grandchildren, Drake L. Franklin, Shontique L. Franklin, Shaniqua "Shay" Franklin all Denver; six great great grandchildren and one great, great, great child and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and many friends.

Funeral Home: Pipkin Braswell Funerals Cremation Receptions - 6601 East Colfax Ave, Denver, CO
Visitation: 5/2/2013 at 4:00 PM - Pipkin Braswell Chapel of Peace - 6601 East Colfax Ave, Denver, CO
Service: 5/3/2013 at 11:00 AM - New Hope Baptist Church - 3701 Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO
Cemetery: 5/3/2013 - Chapel Hill Cemetery - Littleton, CO