Mark T. Franklin (1957-2003)
Published TUE DEC 02
Updated TUE DEC 02 at 16:34
CHARLOTTE - It is with deep regret and
sadness that we report the sudden passing of Charlotte FireFighter
Mark Franklin on the morning of November 30, 2003. Mark, 46, was a
dedicated member for 21-years with the Charlotte Fire Department. He
joined the CFD in 1982 after graduating from Myers Park High School
and earning his degree at Catawba College in Physical Education. He
worked many years in some of the busier fire stations, including #10
on Remount Road and his final assignment at Station #2 on South Blvd
where he was the Engineer for Engine Company 2.
A loving husband and father, Mark leaves behind his
wife Robin, of 18 years and two sons Brock and Chance. A service to
celebrate the life of Mark Franklin will be held 2:00 pm Tuesday at
McEwen Pineville Chapel, 10500 Park Road. A graveside service will
follow at Sharon Memorial Park on North Sharon Amity Road.
Pallbearers accompanying Mark are his fellow firefighters from
Charlotte Fire Station 2. Honorary pallbearers with be the other
members of the Charlotte Fire Dept.
Mark suffered an on the job injury on April 18, 2003.
He died from complications from surgery. As a result, the Charlotte
Fire Department is now considering this a Line of Duty Death.
In lieu of flowers, memorials made in remembrance of
Mark T. Franklin to the Franklin Children’s Scholarship Fund, C/O
Charlotte Fire Department Credit Union, 2100 Commonwealth Ave.
Charlotte, NC 28205 A guest book is available to sign via the
Obituaries listing website at
www.charlotte.com. |
- Submitted by Captain Rob Brisley, PIO, Charlotte Fire Department
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