Tyler Joseph Franklin

Tyler Joseph Franklin, 21, passed away on April 7, 2024 in Chippewa Falls, WI. He was born in Ann Arbor, MI on October 22, 2002 to Lauren Catherine Franklin and Charles Franklin. He was incredibly smart, curious and kind, with a truly gentle heart. Tyler was obsessed with the Lakers or anywhere Lebron James was playing. Tyler's main love was his cat, Snowflake, who he adored. He also loved music, being a foodie, watching and playing football, and was a real sneakerhead. Tyler was incredibly bright and graduated from McKinley Charter School. His smile was contagious. He had a compassionate heart, and he easily endeared people to him. 

He is survived by his Mother, Lauren (Lincoln) Franklin, his Father, Charles (Denise) Franklin; his Great-grandfather, Dr. Roger Quealy; his Oma, Margaret Ruhé Lincoln; Grandmother, Judith Franklin; uncles Cameron (Emily) Lincoln, Jeff Pichler, Mathew (Brittany) Pichler, Hunter Pichler, George Mckivens; aunts Alysson (Joe) Scartz, Johanna Evans, Nadine (Trevais) Walker; family members Hans Ruhé, Fritz (Cathy) Ruhé, Audrey (Dave) Ruhé McFalls, Judy Woltersom, Robert Stoltz, Mary Lincoln, Bill (Sue) Lincoln; numerous cousins including, Francesca, Mia, Greer, Owen, Olivia, Evan, Easton, Willow, Annabelle and 18 plus cousins on his Father's side; and many other loving family members and friends including Lauren's long-term partner, Clint Hurlburt. Tyler was predeceased by his Great-grandparents; George and Catherine Lincoln, Great-Grandmother, Jacqueline A. Quealy; by his beloved Opa, David George Lincoln, and his Grandmother, Valerie C. (Quealy) Pichler.

Our family created a fundraising page to honor Tyler's life. His experience taught us the importance of mental health awareness, support, understanding, and access. We hope in his memory we can give to other individuals or families in need. Tyler Franklin Memorial Fundraiser - https://donate.nami.org/fundraiser/5432648