Dolores Bell Franklin, 92, passed away Monday, June 21, 2021 at her home in Riner. Her memory will be cherished by her loving and caring sisters, Rosalie Paige and Carol (Lewis) Ware; seven children, Fred R. "Butch Franklin III, Lyndon J. (Janice) Franklin, David Franklin, Steven (Michelle) Franklin, Mary F. (Waymon) Pack, Becky F. Brooks, and Carolyn Teele; grandchildren, DiAngelo Brooks, Angela D. Pack, Waymon F. Pack, Pamela E. Pack, Vivian Franklin, LaVonda Franklin, and JaNell Franklin; in addition to seven great grandchildren, and a host of other relatives, and many friends. Mrs. Franklin graciously donated her body to science. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity. The Franklin family is in the care of Mullins Funeral Home & Crematory in Radford. www.mullinsfuneralhome.com