Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Deputy Sheriff Franklin,
On today, the 10th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of Barren County. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol(Retired)

April 2, 2024

Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice will never, ever be forgotten by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

April 2, 2021

Rest in heavenly peace

Mark Mottola

April 2, 2020

John 5:28, 29 - "Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". I pray that everyone can find peace in knowing that we will see this officer as well as many others again in Paradise soon. Until then, please accept my condolences.

A.W. Montgomery
Concerned Citizen

September 11, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co - workers of this brave officer. Rest in peace

Sheriff Ray Foster
Buchanan Co. Sheriffs Office

May 31, 2014

R.I.P., brother.

patrick mccully

May 18, 2014

On behalf of my family, I extend our sincerest condolences on the grievous loss you suffered when Ernest was killed.

To the Franklin family, fellow deputies, and all who call Ernest beloved, my heart goes out to all of you and may you find comfort in your loved ones and your strength in your faith. When my son was killed, the entire law enforcement community in our area embraced us in a circle of love and support, and I know you will receive the same support. It makes the unbearable less torturous, and I pray for your solace.

This reflection is sent with the utmost respect for the dedicated service Deputy Frankliin gave to his community and the citizens of Kentucky, and for the supreme sacrifice he and his family made on April 2, 2014.

Phyllis Lasater Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

May 11, 2014

God Bless you Sir. May the good Lord above cradle you in His arms, and may you Rest in Peace my Brother in Blue. I offer my prayers and sympathies to each and every one of your family members, friends, and co-workers.

Chris Walley
Former Jail Officer/Deputy Wayne Co. Mississippi Sheriffs Department

May 10, 2014

Rest in peace brother and thank you for your service. As you join our brothers and sisters in the hall of heroes, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Vires et Honorem

Ptlm Frank Kapusta
Mohawk PD

May 6, 2014

He went to work one morning and did not know
This shift he served would bring such sorrow
This call to duty would be his last
His time on earth is now his past
God set this day as his time to go
Rest in peace Deputy Franklin, now a hero
He gave the ultimate sacrifice
With integrity and pride he paid the price
His family, friends and colleagues will mourn
As an angel in heaven he is now reborn
His golden heart stopped beating
Hardworking hands at rest
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the very best.

Master Sergeant Retired Jane Hosteny
Illinois State Police

May 4, 2014

Rest in Peace, prayers for the family.

Deputy L. Barth
Taylor County Sheriff's Department

May 4, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with Deputy Franklin's loved ones and everyone at the Barren County Sheriff's Office. Rest in peace my brother.

Officer Joe Hoyer
Green Bay Police Department

April 29, 2014

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, REST IN PEACE.

N.J. TROOPER
NEW JERSEY STATE POLICE

April 22, 2014

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO TO OUT TO THE FRIENDS AND FAMILY. A TRUE PUBLIC SERVANT. WE WILL NEVER FORGET. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE.

Officer Edwin Lara / External Ops
Cook County Sheriffs Office, IL- Honor Guard

April 22, 2014

Rest in eternal peace, Deputy Sheriff Franklin, for we have the watch now. Your family and your brothers and sisters in uniform, our brothers and sisters, too, are in our thoughts and prayers. May they find comfort in remembrances of your dedication and service.

Deputy Warden Patricia Powers
Philadelphia Prison System

April 15, 2014

Rest in Peace Sir........................

Officer Thomas Wiederhold, Retired
Fort Worth PD, Texas

April 14, 2014

Rest in Peace Deputy Franklin. Thank you for your service. My thoughts and prayers are with the Franklin Family and the Barren County Sheriff's Office.

Wm Jean-Paul Rochat
Swiss Army, MP, Trafic Unit

April 12, 2014

RIP our brother. Your service to this Country will always be honored.

Commander Griffin
MPS / DOPS Special Ops Chicago

April 11, 2014

Rest with the Angels Deputy Franklin. Your devotion, dedication, and ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten. Prayers for both your personal and law enforcement families during this tragic time in their lives.

retired Police Officer Bob Lester
Midland Texas Police Department

April 10, 2014

Rest easy brother.

PO Olasokan
NYS University Police

April 10, 2014

Deputy Franklin will be remember, along with all law enforcement officers that have lost their lives in the line of
duty the past year. Our Memorial Service is Tuesday, May 13 at 7pm at the LaGrange Baptist Church, 1139 Commerce Parkway, LaGrange, Ky. The picture of Deputy Franklin, along with the pictures of all officers and the K9s will be shown. "They shall not grow old as we who are left grow old. Age shall not weary them or the years condemn. At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, we will remember them."

Chaplain Jim Powell
Oldham County Police Dept.

April 10, 2014

Thank you Deputy Franklin for your faithful service. You will be remembered. May God grant your family and agency peace & comfort.

Trooper Joe Dellwo #446
Minnesota State Patrol

April 10, 2014

Rest in peace Deputy Franklin and thank you for your service.

Liquor Control Investigator R.Rojas #26
Honolulu Liquor Commission (Enforcement Unit)

April 10, 2014

Deputy Franklin,

You have joined the Heavenly Ranks of the other officers who served and passed way too early. Rest well in the arms of God.

To Your Family,

Feel His presence as God answers the prayers of many who have fallen to their knees on your behalf. Since the day of my son's death, I have carried every law enforcement officer and their family in my heart.

Every morning I go to my knees. During that time I pray, “Lord, Be with all law enforcement officers. Keep them safe and free from harm. They are your soldiers on the front line of the battle against evil. If one should fall this day - wrap their family in your loving arms. Surround them with Your angels, family and loving, caring people to comfort them. Ease their pain. Help them to mourn well. In Jesus' name, Amen”

I have lifted you and your family to God every morning for the past three years. Feel those prayers. God is with you, He knows and will ease your pain.

Pamela Hotsinpiller
Mother of
Deputy United States Marshal
Derek W. Hotsinpiller
EOW 2-16-2011

April 9, 2014

may HIS light shine perpetual upon his face

Chief Jim Allen (Retired)
Mobile County Child Support Enforcement
Mobile County, Alabama

April 9, 2014