Charles S. Franklin

Charles “Chuck” S. Franklin, 63, of Alanson, Michigan, passed away March 3, 2026, at a beloved friend’s house in Indian River.

Chuck was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, a pillar of his family, and loved by many friends. He was born January 29, 1963, in Lexington, Kentucky, to Charles and Bernice Franklin. He graduated from Harry Hill High School in Lansing in 1981 and went right into the U.S. Army after graduation.

He married his wife, Michelle, in July of 1991. Together they had three children and four grandchildren. He spent his life with her, sharing many wonderful memories with family and friends.

Chuck was an Army veteran and later worked for Northern Diecast and ZD Metals. He retired from ZD Metals in the summer of 2025 after 14 years as a metal tender.

Chuck was a member of the Redneck Yacht Club and enjoyed spending time camping at Maple Bay, playing cards, and making memories on the boat and sandbar with his loved ones.

Chuck is survived by his wife, Michelle Lynn Ferret Soblesky-Franklin; children, Jamie (Jamie) Pethers, Rachelle (Devin) George, and Eric (Mary) Franklin; grandchildren, Marshal Franklin, Avia Gleason, Paidyn George, and Coltyn George; and siblings, Michael Franklin, Anne Franklin, Kitty Robbin Badgley, Laurie Robbin Stienman, Jack Finney, Chris Mutz, Karen Robbins-Hicks, and Kimberly Harrold. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews, as well as many unofficially adopted children and grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Bernice Franklin, proud parents of Chuck.

Honoring his wishes, cremation has taken place. The family will be having a Celebration of Life on July 11, 2026, at Maple Bay Campground.

For anyone wishing to donate to help cover cremation costs, a GoFundMe account has been set up. Details can be found on Facebook.

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