Linda L. Franklin departed this life May 2, 2020 after a brave battle with
cancer.
Linda was born to Charles and Martha Franklin in 1948 and lived all over the
world as her father’s Military career took him to postings in and out of
country. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree from Florida Southern College,
worked briefly as a teacher and was commissioned as an Army officer from 1974
to 1983. In her last assignment Captain Franklin was the Deputy Director of a
think tank group, Delta Force, at the US Army War College.
Linda left the Army and attained her Master’s in Library Science and
Information Services in 1984 from San Jose State University. She worked at the
Pentagon as a Program and Budget Analyst from 1984 to 1990 when she moved to
Florida to be closer to her aging parents. She worked for a couple years at
Polk Community College but resigned her job to become a full time caregiver
for her mother who was seriously ill.
After her mother’s passing in 1999 she returned to the work world as a
librarian for the City of Lakeland Public Library while continuing to care for
her aging father. After her father’s passing she retired and moved to
Crawfordville GA in 2010. Although retired she continued her commitment to
public service volunteering for several organizations in the community,
writing grants that brought in much needed funds, and serving on the City
Council for the last four years. Linda always believed that each of us has a
responsibility to make a positive difference in the world. She lived that
belief and leaves a legacy of contribution and public service.
Linda was preceded in death by her mother, brother (Lance) and father. She
leaves behind a heartbroken circle of friends and colleagues not only here in
Crawfordville but across the country who will miss her keen mind, willingness
to help, astute problem solving ability and wry sense of humor.
“And when our work is done, Our course on earth is run, May it be
said, ‘Well done; Be thou at peace’."
Ms. Franklin's cremation is being handled by Arlington Funeral Home in
Augusta. A memorial service will be held in the future when it is safe
to assemble.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.arlingtonfuneral.com
Arlington Burial & Cremation, 1220 George C Wilson Dr., Suite C, Augusta,
GA 30909 762-994-0311
