Birdie Erlene (MawMaw) Franklin

Birdie Erlene (MawMaw) Franklin of Monticello, passed away April 17, 2018, at the age of 88. Mrs. Franklin was a devoted Christian and loved attending church. She was an animal lover at heart and had a special fondness for dogs - especially her sweet Lil Daisy. When spending time at home, Mrs. Franklin was a QVC enthusiast. Her favorite outing was eating at Pa Pa's Country Buffet where she enjoyed the fellowship with her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lee Franklin, Sr.; children, Carrie Franklin, Robert Lee "Bobby" Franklin, Jr., Timothy Joel Franklin, George William "Billy" Franklin; grandchildren, Joanna Franklin, Russell Franklin; parents, George B. and Ruby (Farmer) Hicks; and sister, Mary Hayes.

Survivors include her grandchildren, Charles, Lisa, Kelly, Bobbie, Shannon, Rallie, Kenney, Shane, Regina, Billy J.; 25 great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; sister, Janice Moon; as well as many nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service for Mrs. Franklin will be held Thursday, April 19, 2018, 11:00 AM, at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor LC Givens officiating and interment following at Bethel Christian Church Cemetery, 1930 Bethel Church Road, in Conyers. Friends may visit with the family at the funeral home, two hours prior to her service, from 9:00 - 11:00 AM. Flowers are accepted, or memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

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Visitation

APR 19. 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EDT)

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home and Dogwood Hill Crematory - Access Road Location
1215 Access Road
Covington, GA, 30014

Funeral Service

APR 19. 11:00 AM (EDT)

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home and Dogwood Hill Crematory - Access Road Location
1215 Access Road
Covington, GA, 30014

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