Mark Allen Franklin was born September 7,1964 in Jacksonville, Texas to the union of Melvin L. Franklin to Elizabeth Elaine Williams Franklin.
In 1966 the family moved from Chicago to Kansas City, Missouri. It was here that Mark grew up. He attended St. Martin de Porres Catholic (Elementary) School, and graduated from Raytown South High School in 1982. After high school he attended Prairie View A & M University. After two years, he decided to pursue a career as a hair stylist. After completing the required training at LaBaron Hair dressing Academy in Overland Park, Kansas, armed with both certifications and skills, Mark moved to Chicago. This move gave him great joy and many clients at Yahia & Company Hair Salon. After a time he took a job with Eastern Airlines as a Flight Attendant. This position allowed him to travel while continuing to style hair when grounded. All was well until Eastern Airlines ceased to exist. In recent years now living in Las Vegas, Nevada, Mark returned to his first passion of mobile styling and cutting hair.
Mark will be lovingly remembered by his son, Halston E. Franklin of Las Vegas, NV; grandson, Anthony E. Franklin of Las Vegas, NV; mother, Elizabeth E. Franklin, father, Melvin L. Franklin of Kansas City, MO; grandmother, Elizabeth Fields of Kansas City, MO; great uncle, Leon Christopher of Jacksonville, TX; sister, Marlayna E. White of Las Vegas, NV; aunts, Carol (Joe) Arrington of Chicago , IL, Michelle McKnuckles of Chicago, IL, and Rhonda McKnuckles Thomas of Hayward, CA; uncles, Elvin (Phyllis) Franklin of Grand Prairie, TX, and Robert Williams of Chicago, IL; and a host of cousins and friends.
Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 17, 2024, with Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 5814 Euclid Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64130. Inurnment to follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 7601 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, MO 64138.
Following the service at the cemetery, a luncheon will be held at the church. All are welcome to attend.
Arrangements in care of Bross & Spidle Funeral Home, Excelsior Springs.
Our Sincere Condolences
Melvin and Elaine.
Sending healing prayers and comfort during this tough time. There are no words that can express the depth of sorrow I feel for your loss. I pray you find peace in the beautiful memories you created together family.
Love Faye
We are very sorry to hear about your loss. We will continue to pray for the family to heal from it all.
Naomi and Jesse Sands and Family.