THOMAS FREDERICK FRANKLIN (59), devoted husband of Debra Franklin (also deceased), died tragically in Slidell, LA on March 11th. Dear father of Nicholas and Adam (Rebekah). Loving grandfather of William and Jonathan. Son of the late William and Betty (née Hall) Franklin. Brother of James, William and Patricia Franklin. Tom was born and lived in the Detroit area before moving to Slidell in 1994. He spent nearly 30 years as a Computer Aided Draftsman with Textron. His extensive community involvement and volunteer work reflected his compassion and commitment to helping others. A Memorial Service will be held at Pearl River United Methodist church at 65480 Louisiana 41 in Pearl River, Louisiana 70452 this Saturday, March 21st. Visitation from 2:00-8:00 p.m. with a service at 5:00 p.m. A Michigan memorial service will be held at a later date to be determined. In lieu of flowers, please consider visiting the Thomas & Debby Franklin Memorial page at www.youcaring.com/tomanddebby.