Michael Deshea Franklin

Michael Deshea Franklin, 53, of Quincy, FL departed this earthly life Friday, March 17, 2023 peacefully at his home. Born in Quincy, FL, Michael was educated in the Gadsden County Public School System and Seminole County Public School System. He was a graduate of the 1987 Class of Seminole High School. Upon graduating from high school, he continued his post-secondary studies at Florida A&M University. He went on to become an educator in the Gadsden County Public School System. He was known for this mathematical abilities and his students' high success rates in math and science. During his time working for the Gadsden County School System, he served as a classroom teacher, assistant principal, principal, and a district mathematics specialist. Beyond academics,  Franklin was a foodie, loved music and sports, and also possessed quite a sense of humor. He was loved by all that met and knew him. 

Funeral services will be 11:05 am Friday, March 24, 2023 at the Bradwell Memorial Chapel, Quincy, FL, with burial at the Bear Creek Bethel Cemetery, Quincy, FL. Viewing will be 3:00pm - 6:00pm  Thursday, March 23, 2023 at Bradwell Mortuary, Quincy, FL. 

He leaves to cherish his memory, his caring mother - Myrtle V. Brown of Sanford, FL, three loving daughters, Stone Olivia Franklin, Onyx Shea Franklin - both of Quincy, FL, and Jade Imani Franklin of Atlanta, GA, and a host of other relatives and friends.  

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