In loving memory of
Michael Henry Boone Franklin
November 19,1969 ~ February 8, 2026
Born to Delores D Cavendish Gallaway & Henry Boone in Newark New Jersey, he grew up in Homewood Pittsburgh PA, He later moved to Ohio Graduating from Wooster Highschool.
During his time in Ohio he learned Auto body repair, and collected a number of vehicles which he would leave behind to serve in the Navy. For his service he was Awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal W/Bronze Star, and Armed Forces Expeditionary for Kuwait. After his service he took to the road as a transporter of many things both Class A and non. During his time on the road he would stop whenever he could to fish new holes, see the sights, and make new friends.
He leaves behind those he loved dearly.
His Two Sons:
Marcus A Price Boone
Michael Z Henry Boone
His siblings:
Dianna L Gillmore, Gwendlyn Smith, Sharon Ndege Franklin, Herman Franklin, Elaine Marsette Franklin, Francena Franklin, Robert Taylor Franklin, Melinda Chism Franklin, David Jacob Franklin
His many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
We all miss him, like a smile that left the room. He shone brightly in our hearts, our souls, and will live on forever in our memories.
May the lord take him open armed, and under wing as he goes to meet his mother:
Delores D Cavendish Gallaway
And his brothers:
Allen G Marsette Franklin, Doneal Marsette Franklin
Where he waits to greet us all, open armed as he watches over us in Heaven.
Graveside services will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 1:45 PM at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, 10175 Rawiga Rd. Seville.
Friends will be received on Friday from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM at Trinity United Church of Christ, 150 E. North St., Wooster
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
You will be deeply missed Mike. You were a dear friend of mine and of my family. My kids always called you uncle Mike. We were neighbors whom became best friends over the years.
RIP my brother. You may be gone, but you will never be forgotten!! Your spirit lives on through us all. I love you bro. I miss you so much!! We’re going to miss seeing you around. We’re going to miss hanging out with you. Things will never be the same without you man. Fly high brother. We’ll see you on the other side bro!!
i was friends with mike back in the late 80s. we lost contact and i always wondered what he was up to, sorry to hear of his passing. he was truly a great guy and friend. Rest well Mike
What can I say Mike we rode the bus together every day to school. You were always looking out for me on the bus making sure no boys picked on me even after high school you were just like family. I’m gonna miss running into you every time you agree with me with a smile. Give my mom and dad a hug and a kiss from me. R.I.P my dear friend
To the Franklin family my condolences to the family May God comfort you during this time of grief ⚘️ Rest In Love my friend 🧡
Me an my friend Mike grew up together we did everything together 40 plus years went to school together people when I say we did everything together Mike wld make anyone smile great dad he loved his son’s he was my nephew an best friend it breaks my heart he was loved by many until we meet again Mike love you my brother an nephew
I was sorry to hear of Michael’s passing, Michael was in my Auto Body Class at WCSCC. He was a wonderful student, always willing to learn and be helpful. I saw Michael about two months ago for the first time in years, as usual he was smiling and happy and became the man I knew he would be. He will be missed prayers for his family. Rest in peace my friend.