Joyce "Joy" Lee (Davis) Franklin, 82, of Evansville, Indiana, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, July 8, 2021 at her home with her husband and grandson by her side. Joy was born in Harrison County, Indiana on January 18, 1939, to the late Edward and Alliene (Rissler) Davis. She attended New Albany High School and Ivey Tech Community College. Joy was an active member of Landmark Baptist church for 40 years. She enjoyed singing in the church choir and teaching Sunday School. Joy loved playing the piano, traveling and bowling. She will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved her. Joy is survived by her husband of 66 years, Elmer Franklin of Evansville, IN; brother, Bill Davis of New Albany, IN; grandchildren, Jason Franklin (Lisa), Nicole Franklin, Brandy Franklin, and Eddie Franklin. Joy was preceded in death by her parents; sons, Marty Franklin, Eddie Franklin, and Danny Franklin; and by two sisters and two brothers. A celebration of Joy's life will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, July 12, 2021, at Browning Funeral Home, 738 Diamond Ave., Evansville, IN 47711, with Pastor Barry Kirves officiating. Burial will follow at Kraft-Graceland Memorial Cemetery in New Albany, IN. Friends may visit from 9:00 am until service time on Monday at Browning Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Harwood Baptist Church, 1803 Allens Ln., Evansville, IN 47720. Condolences may be made online at www.browningfuneral.com.