Dallas Preston Franklin

Dallas Preston Franklin, 56, of Bassett passed away on July 7, 2026, at the University of Virginia Medical Center. Dallas was born on September 6, 1969, in Bassett, VA, to the late Dallas Parnell and Betty Franklin Ramsey.

In addition to his parents Dallas was proceeded in death by his brother Daniel Parnell, aunt Dotty Dalton, and aunt Shirley Bryant.

Dallas is survived by three sons; Josh Franklin, Daniel Franklin, and Dallas Franklin. In addition to his sons, he is survived by two sisters; Helen Parnell, and Shirley Dalton. Dallas is also survived by three brothers: George Franklin, Sammy Franklin, and Smiley Parnell. Dallas is survived by many grandchildren; Adam “Bo” Franklin, Rosemarryy Franklin, Joshua Franklin Jr, Avery Franklin, Alyvia Franklin, Ace Franklin, Levi Franklin, Mila Franklin, and Natalee Franklin.

Dallas loved to go fishing in his free time. He not only loved to fish but he loved relaxing and Betty Boop. Dallas also liked to buy, sell, and trade guns, cars, and anything he could make money on. Dallas liked to work on small engines of any kind.

Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Thursday July 16, 2026, with the visitation starting from 12 PM- 2PM. Rev. Bobby Rakes will be officiating.