Sidney A. Franklin, age 80, of Franklin, Ohio, died Thursday March 19, 2015 at his residence surrounded by his family. He was born in Malone, Kentucky on April 14, 1934 to Marvin and Etta (Sexton) Franklin. Sidney served in the U.S. Navy for 6 years, he took pride in restoring classic cars, listening to gospel music, spending time with family and friends, and was an avid UK basketball team fan. He was employed with Armco Steel for 35 years and retired in 1990. He was preceded in death by his father, Marvin M. Franklin, mother, Etta Franklin, brothers, Marvin Franklin, James Franklin, Billie Franklin. Sidney is survived by his wife of 59 years Reva Franklin; son, Terry (Sandy) Franklin; daughter, Melinda (Craig Cline) Miller; grandson, Matt (Amanda) Franklin; granddaughter, Erika (Chris Archbold) Franklin; sister, Mary Elliott. Funeral services are 11:00 am Monday March 23, 2015 at Vineyard Community Church 4900 North State Route 123 Franklin, Ohio with Pastor Chuck Wolfinbarger officiating. Burial will be in Woodside Cemetery with military honors. Visitation will be Monday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at the church. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Vineyard Community ...[more]