Our Story
Learn our story, from the beginning and into the future.
Ever since we opened our gates we have approached life (and death) differently. While some just see the end of a loved one’s life as a time for grief and mourning, we prefer to think of it as a time for reflection, appreciation and even celebration. This is evident in everything we do, from the way we conduct our services to the amenities we choose to offer. We are not a burial ground. We are a close knit community dedicated to honoring, sharing and preserving the amazing and inspirational stories that are life.
Why Us?
In a nutshell? Experience, professionalism, compassion, and empathy.
We've learned a lot over many years. Like how to present options without overwhelming. And how to meet the needs of many caring parties. People come to us in difficult times, and we respond kindness, calmness and expertise. Our goal is to create a beautiful occasion and make you feel welcome, always. We spend our days planning with families. We stay up to date with industry developments. And we make hard times a little easier.
Learn the legacy.
A Life Celebration By Franklin was established years ago, and serving families has always been our focus. We take pride in being able to guide people through some of their most difficult days. We take pride in maintaining a setting that allows people to find solace. Celebrating life is our mission. That’s never changed. And with pride, it never will.
Who We Are
Meet our staff. Members of the local community make everything that happens possible.
Together, we make this place amazing.
Dr. Barry J.W. Franklin
Executive Manager/Funeral Director
Ms. Kim Hill
Administrative Assistant
Mrs. Marie Franklin
Business Office Specialist / Family Support Services
Mrs. Leslie Hill
Retired
Ms. RozAnn Nichols
Administrative Assistant
Mr. Don Jenkins
Family Services Specialist
Mrs. Debra Taylor-King
Family Services Specialist
Mr. Ray Caldwell
Family Services Specialist
Mrs. Tonya Lofton-Dallas
Family Services Specialist
Mr. Milton Guyton
Family Services Specialist
Mr. Woodrow W. Washington
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Tonyette Cummings
Family Services Specialist
Rex Easley
Family Services Specialist
James McCreary
Marketing Director - Social Media
Luke Mercer Jr.
Family Services Specialist
Catherine Kearney
Pre Need Counselor
Kevin Sorrells
Office Support Specialist / Receptionist
Martin Washington
Family Support Specialist
Oscar Taylor
FamilySupport Specialist
Markii Brown
Funeral Director / Family Services Specialist
Tolonda Gaddy
Family Services PSpecialist
Alicia Childs
Family Services Specialist
Explore Our Locations
See where we are and find the place that best meet your needs.
CHAPEL - A Life Celebration by Franklin
1301 E. 12th Street
Austin , TX 78702