William A. Franklin, age 76, of Danville, died on Thursday, October 17, 2024, a resident of the Grandview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Danville.

He was born on Monday, August 9, 1948 in Berwick, Pennsylvania, a son of the late Clifford A. and Helen Ruth (Chapin) Franklin. William graduated from the Benton High School in 1966. William was employed by as a farm hand until his retirement. He enjoyed spending his time fishing, doing yard work and planting flowers. He especially enjoyed spending time with family and eating homemade cookies.

In addition to his parents, William was also preceded in death by two brothers, Kenneth W. Franklin and Alan C. Franklin.

Survivors include his three sisters: Hazel R. (Frank) Heddings of Danville, Mary L. (Thomas) Heddings of Danville, Sara L. Heddings of Mount Carmel; three brothers, Raymond W. Franklin of Mt. Carmel, Thomas P. (Deb) Franklin of Danville, and Donald L. Franklin, Sr. of Mt. Carmel; as well as many loving nieces and nephews.

A time of Visitation for family and friends will be held on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the Allen Funeral Home, Inc., 745 Market at Eighth St., Bloomsburg.

Funeral Services will begin on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 11:00 am at the Allen Funeral Home, Inc. with Hospice Chaplain, Rev. Alan Langelli, officiating. Graveside committal services will immediately follow in the Scott Cemetery, Shickshinny. The Allen Funeral Home, Inc., is honored to be serving the Franklin family.