O C Franklin

It is difficult to put into words how much he meant to us all. There are so many stories we can share of how he made us laugh, how he comforted us, how he helped us, and how he taught us. He showed his love in his own unique way, and our lives will be so different without him. Throughout his life, OC battled many illnesses, such as throat cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer, heart disease, pneumonia, and pulmonary artery disease. Though he fought hard until the end, he has now found peace, free from suffering and pain. We too can find peace, knowing we have the hope of seeing him again because of the promise Jehovah God has given us in Acts 24:15.

He is survived by his wife, Burese Franklin; his children, Norris Crawford, Tammie Bratton, Ella Franklin, OC Franklin III, Carol Batiste and her husband, Glen Batiste, and Ben Franklin, and his wife, Sarah Franklin; and his siblings, Ruth Thompson, Leila Mae Franklin, Catherine Webb, Diane Cherry, and JD Parker. He is also survived by his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A time of visitation will occur at Tulsa Caskets and Cremation and take place on Saturday, January 11, from 11:00am -12:00pm.

A Funeral service to honor OC will begin after the time of visitation, and begin at 12:00pm on Saturday, January 11, at Tulsa Caskets and Cremation.

My dad may not have been educated as most, but he very skillful and handy when working on cars and repairing things around the house. He was very kind, and he loved to enjoy and have fun with family. That was one of his traits that I loved and developed from him. Although my dad may be gone, I am so glad he is no longer suffering in pain. I will always keep my dad in my heart with the memories of him. Bye for now daddy will see you in paradise. Love and will miss you. - Ella Franklin

I Loved what little time I had with Uncle O C. I loved his sincere stories . Most of all, I Love the pleasure on my mom’s face when she would hear from him. I Love You Uncle O C, and thanks for being a Good Man , Father and Husband. - Yolande Williams

Sister Ella, sister Burese and all the family I offer my deep condolences in the loss of your precious daddy and husband. He is resting for only a short time. It will be a beautiful time when Jehovahs paradise is here and all our loved ones will wake up healthy and happy. My heart grieves with you and may Jehovah God give you comfort and peace until you meet him again so soon to be. Sending my love and prayers. - Sister Barbara Wolfe

You were a shy, quiet man. You didn't bother anyone and pretty much kept to yourself. You enjoy carpentry, growing a garden, fishing, and cars. You were a fantastic cook back in your day. But you could not get me to eat possum or rabbit. But I enjoy the crackling skin. I remember a time when Mama cooked you steak with onions. And when you don't finish it, you push it over to me, and I would eat the rest.  I can recall when you were playing around with us making up funny songs like "They didn't know there was a big old dog in the dog house. Bubba Bubba boom Bubba Bubba boom." We all cracked up. I will never forget when you walked me down the aisle on my wedding day and danced with me. When I FaceTimed you, we saw each other for one last time. I said I love you, and you said it back, and you waved at me, and I waved back. You were saying so long for now.  I know you're not in any pain now. But you will be terribly missed by all of us. I will see you soon in paradise. So that we can laugh, sing, dance, and be together again. I love you, DAD!!! - Tammy Bratton

Grandpa, I am going to miss you so much. I'm never going to forget the time when you were living in Jersey and I would come down every other weekend to spend the weekend with you and Grandma. Every time I got there the first thing we would do is go straight to McDonald's. You would always get me my nugget happy meal and yourself a nugget meal. I would always end up eating your fries and you would just smile and laugh at me. I'm going to miss taking our funny dog snapchat filter videos. I know that you're no longer in pain but I am going to miss you so much. I love you Pop Pop. - Kia Bratton

I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of father. You beautiful expression of your Dad explains why you're the person you are. The sweetest and most kindness.
I send caring thoughts and prayers to you and your family. May the memories and love you shared remain in your heart always. My condolences. - Lynn Hendricks

My Dad (JD Parker tells us great stories about their childhood. I have a picture of his at my Dads 75th birthday… condolences to all of you family - Donna Parker

Our condolences and love go out to the family, we all look forward to Jehovah’s promise stated in Isaiah 25:8 “He will swallow up death forever, And the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces.” Until that day, we keep each other uplifted and encouraged. Much love and support to the family. -Lerida Ivin Davis

I am so sorry for your loss cousins. I know how hard it is to loose a parent. However, like you said you will see him again in paradise. I believe that with all my heart. I also believe that he is happy in paradise and free of all pain and suffering. I wish I could be there in Tulsa with you all, but know that I am praying for you all.- Lasonnia Blunt

TO: OC.FRANKLIN. the man better known as my father who showed me more to life and gave me more experience to create giving me more imagination to do things that beautiful a true father pass to their child the knowledge and the survival mode to carry on I love you Dad your son - OC. FRANKLIN III

Uncle OC you will be forever loved and missed, Your now with my Dad Willie Franklin and Momma, You lived loved and laughed Now you RIP Uncle - Lisa Sumpter