Yvonne M. Washington Franklin, the eldest daughter of William and Viola (Jackie) Washington, was born in Harrisburg, Illinois on June 18, 1931, where she spent most of her childhood.
Yvonne along with her family moved to Indianapolis, Indiana; where she met and married Charles E. Barnett born daughter Joan Maxine. Yvonne was also married Henry C. Franklin, born daughter Pangie Lee.
Yvonne professed her love of Christ at an early age. She was a member of Christ Missionary Baptist Church, participated in the choir and served on the Usher Board. Yvonne had a wonderful personality. She loved her family dearly. She lived life to the fullest. Music, dancing and roller skating have always been a part of her life.
Yvonne retired in 1978 from the V.A. Hospital.
She departed from this life on Monday, November 13, 2017. She leaves to cherish in her memory two daughter ; Joan M. Thompson (Willis) and Pangie L. Bryant-Newton (Ricky). Seven Grandchildren; Brian (Dionna) Allison, Brina (Andre) King, Danielle (Cory) Pimpton, David, Patrick, Joi and Robert. Ten great-grand children and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends
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