Franklin Bernard Trimble was born to proud parents Emma Walker Judge and Ocie Trimble on August 16, 1954, in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was the youngest of four born to this union.
Frankie accepted Christ at an early age while attending Hopewell Baptist Church in Clanton, AL. He was a part of the last freshman class to attend Chilton County Training School. He also attended Chilton County High School. Frankie served in the United States Army before later pursuing a career in cosmetology. He had a passion for travel and experiencing life across the United States. His career landed him past residences including California, New York and Florida. Frankie had a natural flair for “coolness” and was beloved by many. His quick wit and jovial nature brought an atmosphere of amusement to those around him. Frankie departed this life on April 23, 2022, at his residence in Montgomery, AL.
He is preceded in death by his loving mother Emma Walker Judge and his father Ocie Trimble.
He leaves to cherish his memories a son, Franklin B. (Shamese Lawson) Trimble Jr. of Moody, AL and a daughter Natasha (Grayling) Hinton of New York; brothers, Ocie L. (Vernice) Trimble and William Trimble of Clanton, AL; sisters, Wilhelmina Milam of Calera, AL. and Antonia (Kevin) Staffney of Clanton, AL; step-siblings, Sandra Williams, Ralph Hall & Kemble (Betty)Hall of Clanton, AL; three grandsons, Xavier Trimble, Courtney Baker and Kayden Reynolds; granddaughter Kendall Joy Hinton, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and special friends, Mrs. Catherine “Kitty” Foulks and daughters Jamie & Jameka Foulks.
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