- Date Of Birth: July 25, 1915
- Date Of Death: April 24, 2013
- State: Colorado
The life of Bealie Franklin began when he was born on July 20, 1914, in Elmore City, Oklahoma. He was born to the union of James Earl Franklin, Sr. and Elmira Richardson Franklin. He was the first born in the family. He was raised surrounded by his brothers, Willis, Earl, James, Alvin, George and his sisters, Dorothy, Varie, Argerine and Susie. Bealie received his early education in Elmore City. In 1938, he relocated to Denver, Colorado. Bealie united in holy matrimony to the former Annie Bell Williams. The couple first met when they both resided in Oklahoma. To this union, Deola and Maurice were born. The family shared many happy and precious moments together. Bealie and Annie have shared 78 years of marital bliss. Later his grandchildren, great grandchildren, great, great grandchildren and his one great, great, great grandchild was a source of additional joy and pride in his life. They lovingly called him “Papa” and fondly remember him sharing his vast knowledge and wisdom with them. By profession, Bealie was employed by Gates Rubber Company and MD&F Company for over thirty years. He is remembered as being a hard worker who worked well with his coworkers and performed his duties with precision and accuracy. He was respected by his employers for his dedication and his paying close attention to details.
