Franklin Lee Small Sr.'s Obituary
Franklin Lee Small Sr. 48, of Decatur, died Tuesday, January 15, 2008 in his sister's home surrounded by his family.
Graveside services and burial will be 11:30 am Friday January 18, 2008 in Macon County Memorial Park. Visitation will be 10:00 am ' 11:00 am Friday in Moran & Goebel Funeral Home.
Franklin was born on January 30, 1959 in Decatur, IL the son of George and Naomi Small. He was a loving father, brother, and uncle to us all. He always found a way to touch our hearts and make us laugh, cry, and smile.
Surviving are his children, Angelina Small Reynolds of Decatur; Starla Small Walker and husband Chris of Florida; Frankie Small, Jr. and wife, Adelle of Decatur; sisters, Diana Brown of Decatur; Lisa Bradshaw and husband Claude of Decatur; Diane Stalbaum of California; brothers, David and wife Gloria of Wisconsin; George and wife Valarie of Menomee Falls; Cleveland of New York; Mike and wife Joan of Decatur; Ben and wife Jean of Decatur; John and wife Tinker of Lincoln; Jim of Lincoln; Steve of Robinson; Royce and wife Phyllis Kentucky; eight grandchildren, ten nephews, seventeen nieces,, six great nephews, three great nieces, and several cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, step-father, Robert Buchen, son-in-law, B.J. Reynolds, and a brother-in-law, Terry Heath.
Our family would like to thank DMH, Visiting Nurses, Hospice, staff, pastors, nurses and Rick Berg for all the help and support you have given us through this time with Franklin and a special thanks to our sister, Diana for taking Franklin into her home.
The family of Franklin Lee Small Sr. is being served by Moran & Goebel Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 2801 N. Monroe Street, Decatur
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