Zane Franklin

Zane Ree Franklin, 58, of Epworth, Georgia, passed away Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at his home in Epworth, GA. Zane was born December 22, 1964, in Canton, GA to Jimmy and Diane Franklin. Zane was preceded in death by his father, Jimmy Franklin.  Zane is survived by his mother Diane Franklin, spouse Ashley Franklin; son Caleb (Brandy) Franklin; grandson Roy Ree Franklin; son Levi (Kristin) Franklin; son Emory Thomas Franklin; grandson Eli Earl Franklin; sister Yvette Smiley, brother Boyd Franklin; sister Annette Bruce; sister Crystal Gaddis; and sister Natalie Tarpley. 

Zane was a Christian and a member of Lebanon Baptist Church. Zane loved the outdoors.  He deeply cared for his family and enjoyed spending time with them.  He was a game foul enthusiast.

Funeral Service, on Friday, April 21, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Lebanon Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev Claude Mathis officiating. Music provided by Melinda Dyer.

The family will receive friends at Finch-Cochran Funeral Home & Crematory Thursday Thursday, April 20, 2023 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. 

Cochran Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Zane Ree Franklin; you may send condolences to the family and sign the guest register at www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.