Dean Franklin

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Dean Franklin, 78, of Columbia passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2007 in his home. He was born in Walla Walla, WA to Hollis and Naomi Franklin. He was a professor of Emeritus of Physiology and former Director of the Dalton Research Center at the University of Missouri, Columbia. Survivors are his wife, Janet of Columbia; three sons and one daughter, son Dean Franklin, Jr. and wife Deborah and their sons, Christopher and Thomas of St. Louis, son Thomas Franklin of Welches, OR, and son Dr. Christopher Franklin and wife Dr. Maryland Franklin and their son Cooper and daughter Ellie of Lafayette, CO and daughter Vanessa Ann Franklin and her daugher, Abigail Geyer of Columbia. Dean leaves four brothers, Col. Ret. F.L. Franklin and wife Elizabeth of Tucson, AZ, Philip Franklin of Newberg, OR, Robert Franklin and wife Joy of Post Falls, ID, and Brad and wife Bette of Portland, OR. There are many nieces, nephews and their families. A service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice.

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  1. Scott and Natalie Schlote on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Dean & Deb,
    We just received word of Dean Sr.’s passing. Even though we only met him on a few occasions during hockey events, it was clear he had a great life and left his influence on his family.

    Our prayers are with you during this tough time.

    Scott & Natalie Schlote



  2. Pat Sweeney on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Some of my fondest memories of law school entailed drinking his homebrewed beers and shooting the breeze with him. He made everyone feel comfortable and welcome. He will be missed!



  3. Gloria and John Patterson on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Dear Janet,

    We are so sorry for your loss. You were married to a very special man, and Dean was married to a very special woman. You were both so fortunate to have each other.

    Dean will be missed by so many people. We express our condolences to all of his family and friends.

    Love, Glo and John



  4. Larry D. Sims on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Janet, I’m so sorry for your loss. I thought so much of Dean and we had so many fun times at the festivals and of course at Hartsburg jamming. My thoughts go out to you and your family. He will be missed by so many.

    Larry Sims



  5. Terrie Runnels on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Deb,
    I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your father-in-law, Dean, Sr. I am very familiar with losing a beloved family member and feel your family’s pain. If I can offer a word of advice, remember and laugh at all of the wonderful memories you and your family have with Dean’s father. I believe that is what he would want. Take care of each other’s hearts. My condolences — Terrie



  6. Dorian and The McBaine Gang on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Dean-
    On behalf of everyone at Lucy’s in McBaine, MO, it hasn’t quite been the same without you, now you are forever gone, but never forgotten. You were definitely one customer I loved to greet with your favorite flavor, Budweiser. Today I’ll make sure to have one for you! So glad to have known you!



  7. Dale Palmer on January 1, 1900 at 12:00 am

    Dean,

    You were a genuinely good person, kind, pleasant, good to be around, and a wonderful bass player! You will be sorely missed by a great many folks in this world, and particularly by myself and the Mystery Men. I feel confident that God has made a place for you in His kingdom, and that you have traded the Mystery Men and the jam sessions at Lucy’s for Heaven’s own
    Angel Band.

    Peace be with you forever my good friend and fellow player, and I’ll see you when I get there.

    Dale Palmer



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