Herman Franklin Jr.

Herman Franklin Jr.

May 06, 1942 - February 23, 2025

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OREGON/STOUGHTON - Herman Franklin, Jr., 82, passed away on February 23, 2025, at Nazareth Health and Rehabilitation Center, Stoughton, Wis., where he resided the past two years. He was born on May 6, 1942, to Janie M. (Dash) and Herman Franklin, Sr., in Orangeburg, S.C.


After moving to Madison, Herman had several jobs, at one time, even owning his own car repair business. He also worked at Thorstad Chevrolet, F & H Printing, and the University of Wisconsin Athletic Department.


Herman is survived by his sons, Anthony (Cathy) Franklin, Madison and Bradley Franklin, Oregon; daughter, Ashley Franklin, Madison; brothers, Edward (Deborah) Franklin, Madison, Carl (Vivian) Franklin, Little Rock, Ark., and Allen Franklin, Madison; sister, Norma (Thomas) Stroman, Orangeburg, S.C.; granddaughters, Le'Teasha (Gershon) Franklin-Porter, Madison and Jasmine Franklin, Madison; great-granddaughters, Abigail Franklin-Porter and Jazzlyn Franklin and great- grandson, Judah Franklin-Porter all of Madison, ex-wives, Pauline Wilson, Madison and Sharon Franklin, Madison; and numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, LeRoy; and a sister, Annie Miller.


According to his wishes, he was cremated. A celebration of life will be held at the Oregon Village Hall, 101 Alpine Parkway, Oregon, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.on Saturday, May 3, 2025


A heartfelt thank you to the care he received at Nazareth Health and Rehabilitation Center and to Agrace HospiceCare for their guidance and support to him and his family the past six months. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson Stoughton

Funeral & Cremation Care

1358 Highway 51 N. at Jackson St.

(608) 873-4590


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Celebration of Life
Sat May 3, 2025 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
Oregon Village Hall • 101 Alpine Parkway, Oregon, WI 53575
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Jeff kohl
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I worked with Herman at Thorstad late 70s early 80s. I was just a snot covered kid all of 19. The photo you have of him is perfect because I remember him always smiling. Sorry for your loss.
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chris ogden
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Very sorry for your loss.I knew Herman Through Bennetts MCC. I also knew him when he worked at Thorstad Chevrolet. He worked on my service truck when he had the shop off Fish Hatchery.His print shop printed some work for my Happy's Heating business. He was always up and looking to the future kind of guy. He will be missed.
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DAVE KINNAIRD
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Really enjoyed working with Herman at Thorstad Chevrolet. He always had a smile and was always joking about something. He will be missed.
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Bill Collins
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I met Mr Franklin six plus years ago in Madison outside of camp Randell stadium. We met during a verbal Confrontation. I consider my self on being a very professional man that always think before I start a project. That particular day I met my match when I encountered Mr Franklin. I'm a metro bus operator and I was instructed per my run to park in a location in front of camp Randell before I start my run Mr Franklin thought otherwise and definitely wanted to share his thoughts with me. And me being who I am, I'm going to take time to educate Mr Franklin. Well Mr Franklin let me know quickly he's the one doing all the educating that day. I remember hearing his voice and it immediately sounded like the older men in my family. I politely told mr Franklin. NO PROBLEM SIR! put the metro bus in gear and move it it in another safe location. Mr Franklin and I would see each other from time to time when I worked that area. Mr Franklin Is a genuine real man that we need more of in this world that's the message I received from him and it was a pleasure to have met him. Later I found out through my coworker and my friend which we share the same birthday January 15th. Anthony Franklin that Mr Franklin is his father. We laugh at the story often. I can definitely tell that's his dad .he comes from good stock! Rest in peace Mr Franklin
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Bill Markham
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You could not have not met a nicer more caring Man. I enjoyed a few cold drinks on a hot day with Herman. I will miss Him for sure.
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Michael (Woodi) Woodards
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Knew Herman through his brother Carl and AltNBach’s. We had quite a few good conversations and good times. He will be missed. Rest in peace Herman till we meet again on the other side.

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