Rebecca (Becky) Teague Franklin went to her heavenly home on January 13, 2025.
She was born to the late Henry and Ruth Ashby Teague on August 21, 1946 in Valdese, NC 28690.
She owned and operated New Image Hairstyles in Morganton for many years before returning to college to become a registered nurse. She worked as an RN at Grace Hospital and retired from Broughton Hospital in 2007.
She was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church, where she served in many areas. She loved sharing her love of Jesus her Savior and had a desire for others to accept him as their Savior and Lord.
She is survived by a special daughter, Lorna Sue Coffey; a daughter-in-law, Velvet Franklin of Glen Alpine; two grandchildren, Tashia (Shawn) Hicks of Hickory and W. Wyatt Franklin of Morganton; three great-grandchildren, Jacob, Makayla, and Taylor Hicks. She is also survived by two sisters-in-law, Anne Buchanan and Lynn Franklin; a brother-in-law, Wayne Franklin; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband of almost fifty years, Dysart M. Franklin; son, Joseph L. Franklin; and two brothers-in-law, Jimmy Franklin and Glen Franklin.
A private family service will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025 at Hopewell Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, she requested memorial contributions to be made to Hopewell Baptist Church Cemetery Fund at 1112 Hopewell Road, Morganton, NC 28655.
Such a precious woman of God. She mentored many women in her life, including me. She came into my life at a time of crisis after divorce. We texted everyday and spoke about silly things and serious things. I was blessed to call her friend. I grew from her hard-won wisdom. She will be deeply missed!
I am miss her
I’ve known Becky for many years. She was such a beautiful lady inside and out. She was a friend to so many people. She and my mother had a very special bond together, and I was thankful for that. When they were together, I knew mom was in good hands.
I will truly miss her, but I know she is now pain free and with Jesus in Heaven and all the saints there with her.
I worked with her at Broughton Hospital. She was the best nurse I have ever worked with. She had compassion for everyone, and I will always remember her love of God and others. I will be praying for your family.
Becky was a very special lady. I have many fond memories of her when she was my beautician. May God give the family comfort and peace during this difficult time. In my thoughts and prayers.
Becky was my very best friend during childhood and in school. We were at each others house and loved by our Mothers. She was a good friend and went on in life to accomplish much and I was very proud of her. She loved the Lord and that was evident to all that knew her. I understand her ways and we would catch up when she was in the mood. I will surely miss her!
Becky was always a friend to all and followed the golden rule in how she treated others. Her love for the Lord was always evident in her actions as well as her words. She will be truly missed.
One of the sweetest Christian ladies I’ve ever met. She was a blessing to know
We want to offer our condolences to Becky’s family. We are sure she will be missed by them and by so many others. May God provide comfort, strength, and peace now and in the days to come. You have many sweet memories to sustain you through the difficult days as well.
Bruce and Rama Jean Franklin