Marie A. Franklin

Marie A. Franklin passed away on August 8, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. She is now healed in the loving arms of her Savior. Her final days were spent in the compassionate care of Unity Hospice, where she was surrounded by peace and comfort.

Born on June 19, 1960, in Watertown, NY, Marie was the fifth child of John and Rosina Schneider. She attended Watertown schools and earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Economics with a Minor in Accounting from SUNY Oneonta.

On August 28, 1989, Marie married James (Jim) Franklin, the love of her life. Together they lived in Germany where Jim was stationed with the United States Army, later settling in Green Bay and De Pere, WI following his medical retirement. Marie worked in various accounting roles before dedicating herself fully to caring for Jim through his battle with multiple sclerosis. Her devotion was marked by love, strength, and unwavering respect.

After Jim’s passing in 2016, Marie continued to serve others by guiding individuals and support groups through grief, sharing her own experiences with compassion and grace. Her ability to comfort others in their darkest moments was a reflection of her deep faith and generous spirit.

Marie is survived by her siblings John (Eileen) Schneider, Rosina Mulligan, and Michael (Deborah) Schneider; nieces and nephews Erika (Karlan) Armstrong, Laura (Brian) Purser, Bret (Adrienne) Mulligan, and Christian Schneider; great-nieces Jordan Armstrong and Eleanor Mulligan; great-nephew Spencer Armstrong; and honorary brother, Carl (Kim) Johnson, who was chosen family to both Marie and Jim.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Martin (Kay) Schneider, great-nephew Alexander Armstrong, and several beloved aunts and uncles.

Marie will be laid to rest with Jim at Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery in Schuylerville, NY, at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Family and friends are invited to pay their respects from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at Compassionate Funeral Care, 402 Maple Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to:

• Grace Lutheran Church, 321 S. Madison St., Green Bay, WI 54301
• Concordia Lutheran Church, 818 Arsenal St., Watertown, NY 13601
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Marie’s family would like to thank the friends, neighbors, and medical teams who provided love, support, and care to her over the past year.