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Obituary For Emma Lou Franklin
Date of Birth: 04/15/1942
Date of Death: 11/04/2026
Place of Residence: Lithonia, Georgia
Age: 85
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The Immanuel Temple sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Emma Lou Franklin - November 10, 2026
Our prayers and condolences are with you and your family, Pastor Franklin. My the God of all grace, comfort and keep each of you during this time.
From, Pastor Justin, Sis. Jasmin & Your iT Family
In Loving Memory of Emma Franklin
A Beloved Matriarch, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, Sister, Cousin, Aunt, and Friend.
Her loss leaves a tremendous void in the lives of all who knew and loved her. Emma lived a Christ-like life, a shining example of faith, kindness, and unconditional love.
We will miss her warm and welcoming smile, her open heart, her delicious home-cooked meals, her faithful service in the church, and her vibrant, social spirit. Emma never met a stranger—everyone was always welcome in her home, her church, and her heart.
Her love, laughter, and genuine concern for people will be deeply missed and forever cherished.
Though she is no longer with us, her legacy of love, faith, family, hospitality, and friendship will live on in our hearts forever.
"Well done, thou good and faithful servant." — Matthew 25:21
The Gantt, Bates, and Franklin Families
To the Franklin Family, Ben, we were saddened to hear of your mother's passing. Know that she is in a better place and will no longer feel pain or discomfort. Remember, God does not make mistakes and we pray you and the family will find strength and peace in God as you go through the grieving of the loss of your mother. The Kilgore Family: William, Cassandra, Michael, Lorenzo, Jalynne, and Anthony.
Sis. Emma ( Tootsie) was like an older sister. For over 60 she has been a part of our lives. Gonna miss her humor, singing and especially, her cooking. May she continue to rest in the arms of the lord. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
My condolences to The Franklin and Rakestraw family.Auntie Toosie yiu will and are going to be missed.Rest easy now.
Rest well my sweet Auntie, rest well!!!
My sincere condolences to the Franklin family. Mother Emma will truly be missed.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.