James Ovie Franklin

Friday, April 13, 2018

James Ovie Franklin, age 63, of Bainbridge, passed away on Wednesday, April 11, 2018.

He was born on Sept. 19, 1954 in Indianapolis to Carlos and Lavena Franklin.

James worked for many years for K and K Fence Company, as well as for General Cable.

He married Marsha Mannis on Sept. 26, 1987 in Indianapolis, and together they enjoyed 30 years of marriage.

He was an avid deer hunter and outdoorsman who loved to travel and spend time with his family. James was also a talented craftsman who enjoyed working with wood, building birdhouses, cribs, decks and gazebos.

He is survived by his wife Marsha D. Franklin of Bainbridge; daughters Angela (George) Gaskin, Julie Ann (Michael) Price and Jennifer Leanne (Christopher) Whaley; son Randy Steven (Amy) Barker; sisters Donna Mae (Larry) Harmeyer and Linda (Walter) Adams; brother: Roy (Jan) Franklin; as well as eight grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Carlos and Lavena Franklin, and sister Susie Conwell.

A Celebration of Life gathering will be held at a later date, and information will be updated as it becomes available. Arrangements by Singleton Community Mortuary and Memorial Center.