Joyce "Joy" Lee (Davis) Franklin Evansville, Indiana Obituary

Joyce "Joy" Lee (Davis) Franklin

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.
January 18, 1939 - July 8, 202101/18/193907/08/2021
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Greg and Carolyn Kirves
July 12, 2021
Joy was a very special person in our lives. We called her our second Mom. She was an encourager, helpful, thoughtful and loved the Lord. She loved to sing and wanted to practice until she had each nuance correct. She loved her Sunday School kids like they were her own. ... Continue Reading
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Bethany Lindsey Shipp
July 12, 2021
Joy was such a sweetheart. Always smiling, always an encourager. I loved singing in the choir with her, and I loved her love for the Lord. Praying for you, Bro. Elmer.
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Lisa Kirves
July 12, 2021
Joy was such a sweet lady who loved to sing! Her favorite hymn was "It Is Well With My Soul." This is not goodbye...for her family in Christ will see her in heaven some day!
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Cherie Sweet
July 12, 2021
I loved to hear her sing. I don’t ever remember hearing a cross word from her and she always had a encouraging word for everyone. She was a sweetheart. Loved the way she and Elmer doted on each other and had a loving and close relationship. Love you Elmer. God bless!
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Martha alderson
July 9, 2021
What a sweet heart Ms Joy was.. I always complimented her on how pretty she looked.. And especially in her heels😊 she was my helper in teaching Sunday School for many years.. She was loved by all .. We loved her in Choir.. At Landmark ..she had a very special voice.. An... Continue Reading
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Courtney Franklin
July 9, 2021
A candle was posted for Joyce "Joy" Lee (Davis) Franklin.
A candle was posted for Joyce "Joy" Lee (Davis) Franklin.
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