Michael “Mikie” Franklin, of Kings Mountain, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023. He was 54.

Born April 5, 1969, in Casey County, Kentucky, Mikie was the son of the late Michael Franklin and Francis Buis Simpson. Mikie was a U.S. Army veteran and a welder, having formerly worked at Tarter’s. He enjoyed riding horses.

Survivors include his wife, Shelia Franklin Lane; daughter, Hailey (Jacob) Hatter; step-son, Robert (Angel) Murphy; step-daughter, Brandy Keith; three grandchildren, Skylar, Liam, and Wyatt; as well as three step-grandchildren, Timothy, Axton, and Marley.

Graveside services will be held Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at Poplar Hill Cemetery at 2:00 P.M.

Burial will follow in Poplar Hill Cemetery.

There will be no visitation.

The family asks for contributions to help offset funeral expenses. Donations can be made at the funeral home or on www.mckinneybrown.com.