Franklin Bryson, Jr. Obituary (1967 - 2022)

Franklin Bryson, Jr. 54, of Pana, passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2022, in Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. He was born December 15, 1967, in Pana, IL to the late Franklin Leroy Bryson & Ida (Richie) Bryson, Sr. Franklin was a graduate of Pana High School. He was of the Christian faith and worked as a machine operator at Watson Foods for 33 years. He enjoyed working, as well as being outside, gardening, fishing, and riding his motorcycle. Most importantly he loved spending time with his family and friends. Franklin is survived by his children: David Bryson of Pana, Mercedes Bryson (Justin) of Bloomington, IL, and Carrie (Kyle) Bryson of Riceville, TN; nephew: Brett Bryson; 1 grandson, Alexander and one grandchild on the way; siblings: Laura Bryson & Roger Bryson, both of Pana, IL . He is preceded in by his sisters: Peggy Sue Bryson & Nancy Bryson, and nephew Edgar Bryson. Funeral Services for Franklin will be held Saturday, October 8, 2022, in McCracken-Dean Funeral Home at 11:00 a.m. with pastor Ronald Brown officiating. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery. Visitation will be on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until time of the service at the funeral home. In Lieu of flowers donations in Franklin's honor can be made to the choice of the donor and will be accepted by McCracken-Dean Funeral Home who is assisting the family.