Lynn Franklin, 53, of Columbia, KY died Thursday, May 21, 2026 at his home, surrounded by his family, after an illness. He was born November 14, 1972 in Louisville, KY, the son of the late Harlon Franklin and Arcola Estes Franklin of Columbia (who survives).
Lynn was the owner of Lynn’s Service Center on Jamestown Street for many years, loved antiquing, his fur babies and his family above all.
SURVIVORS:
His mother: Arcola Estes Franklin of Columbia
His wife: Pheobie McQueary Franklin of Columbia
1 son: Wyatt Franklin (Amber Booher) of Columbia
2 daughters: Heather Sneed (Jordan) and Shelby King (Kim) all of Columbia
Bonus daughter: Haley Scott (Zach) of Columbia
2 brothers: Jerry Franklin (Margie) of Bowling Green and Billy Franklin (Robin) of Columbia
1 sister: Brenda Bardin (Jackie) of Columbia
3 bonus grandchildren: Easton, Emmalyn and Ellison
His father-in-law & mother-in-law: Eugene “Bimbo” and Hilda McQueary of Columbia
Several other relatives, customers & friends
Funeral service: Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 1:00 P.M. at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home with Bro. Gary Roy officiating
Burial: Haven Hill Cemetery
Visitation: After 2:00 P.M. Monday
Casket Bearers – Jeff Wall, Robbie Wall, James “Pokie” Walters, Gary Moss, Charlie Turner, Wesley Taylor
Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
