John Glenn Franklin

John Glenn Franklin, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord (Saturday, March 19th, 2016) following a lengthy illness. Originally from Wise County, he has lived in this area most of his life. He was an avid outdoorsman and fisherman. His grandchildren were his heart. He was a member of Westview Baptist Church and was a born again Christian. It was his heart's desire that everyone knew Jesus as their Savior. He was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Sandra Yvonne Franklin; and parents, John and Evelyn Franklin. He is survived by his children, Karen Dunlap and husband Quintin, Mike Franklin and Becky Compton and husband Mike; five grandchildren, Whitney Stapleton and husband Taylor, Logan Dunlap, Michaela Franklin, Lauran Franklin and Baylie Compton; special great grandson, Brandon Stapleton and very special cousin, Dennis Franklin and several other cousins. The family will receive friends from 5 until 7pm Monday (March 21st, 2016) at Scott County Funeral Home or anytime at his home. A funeral service will follow at 7pm with Pastor Mike Stout and Rev. Gary Hood officiating. A graveside service will be conducted at 11am Tuesday (March 22nd, 2016) at Powell Valley Memorial Gardens. Those who plan to attend are asked to meet at the funeral home by 9:45am to follow in procession. Pallbearers will be Mike Franklin, Mike Compton, Logan Dunlap, Taylor Stapleton, Tim Williams and Dennis Franklin.