Franklin, Frank, Son, Husband, Daddy, Granddaddy, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Colleague, and
friend traded in his earthly responsibilities and activities for eternal life with his Supreme
Being  on Monday, January 18, 2021, at the Medical Regional Center in Orangeburg, South
Carolina.

Franklin Roosevelt Dash's earthly existence began on January 23, 1949. He was the son of
the late James Franklin Dash, Sr. and Merlene Sistrunk-Dash.
At an early stage in his life, Franklin became a member of Trinity United Methodist Church,
where he faithfully served in a number of capacities: member of the Pastor-Parish Relations
Committee, the Usher Board, and a "foot servant" in any other task in which he could make
life  easier for others. In other words, Franklin was a "human connector" who always
demonstrated  his unwavering commitment to helping others. He was a gentleman by choice.

Franklin received his formal training in the Orangeburg County Public Schools. In 1968, he
graduated from Wilkinson High School. Franklin took delight in being a member of the class of
1968. He later attended and graduated from South Carolina State College (University) in 1974
with a Bachelor of Science degree in Foreign Language.
Even with a college degree under his belt, Franklin had an insatiable desire for formal  training
in mortuary science. He succumbed to his yearning and entered Gupton-Jones College  of
Funeral Service in 1976 and graduated with an Associate's degree in Mortuary Science. Upon
completion of mortuary school, Franklin returned to South Carolina with a second degree
under  his belt. He again decided that he hungered for a third degree. He once again
matriculated at South Carolina College (University), where he obtained a Master's degree in
Special Education.
Franklin's career as a valued educator included service at Bethune-Bowman High School,
Elloree High School, and Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School. He retired from the Orangeburg
Public School system in 2009. As an educator, Franklin was an impeccable professional with

flawless organizational skills and an insistent commitment to serving his students.
His expectations for his students were invariably high but realistic. Most importantly,
Franklin's  students sensed his genuine concern about their overall welfare and success
through the  infinite authentic experiences provided to them by him.
Franklin purchased Johnson Funeral Home in Bamberg, South Carolina. He later acquired
Green's Funeral Home in Blackville, South Carolina. Franklin later procured Newton Funeral
Home in  Orangeburg, South Carolina. After operating the above funeral homes in the former
owners'  names for a period of time, he renamed all three locations Dash's Funeral Home.
Franklin was  vehemently committed to providing a DIGNIFIED and PROFESSIONAL service to
each family he  served. He utilized his God-given talents to make the experience for families
one that they  would never forget. Franklin also worked for multiple years as a trade
embalmer, where he  embalmed for several funeral homes in South Carolina.
Even though Franklin was a workaholic with an abundance of educational and business
success stories, he devoted quality time with/  to family, friends, and his passions. He always
had a genuine love for music. While in college, he was a member of the Marching 101, where
he was a trumpet player. During his spare time while in undergraduate school and after
graduating, Franklin enjoyed performing with "The Mighty Show Takers," where he was the
proud owner. He was a member of the Epsilon Omega Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity,
Inc., where  he eventually became a life member. Franklin also became a diligent member of
Sigma Pi Phi  Fraternity in 2017. His other favorite extracurricular pastimes included attending
South  Carolina State University football games, being an avid spectator at the Carolina
Panthers football games  in Charlotte, North Carolina, and riding his treasured motorcycle.
In 1973, Franklin married the love of his life, Clay Sandra Bryant. It was the MOST  BEAUTIFUL
union that God could have created. It was blessed with three children. Franklin took genuine
pride in his roles as a devoted husband, reliable dad, and doting granddad. He would often be
found showering his grandchildren  with love and encouragement.
In addition to his parents, Franklin was preceded in death by his brother, James Franklin
Dash, Jr.

Franklin's priceless teachings, unconditional love, amusing wit, and affectionate memories  will
continue to flourish in the lives of his steadfast wife of forty-seven years, Clay Sandra Dash;  his
dedicated children, Quentin (Varncille) Benjamin, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Clay Sandra (Kevin)
Ray,  Shelton (Khadeisha) Dash and Kevin Dash, all of Orangeburg, South Carolina; his adorable
grandchildren,  the apples of his eye, Quendra Benjamin, DaShawn Dash, Quentin Benjamin, Jr.,
Kyndal Ray,  Cameryn Dash, and Caden Ray; two admirable sisters, Mary Lykes and Mariah
(Willie) Abney,  both of Columbia, South Carolina; one caring sister-in-law, Cornelia Dash,
Bridgeton, New Jersey; and many gracious nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Public viewing will be held on Sunday from 3:00- 7:00 pm in Bamberg. A second public viewing
will be held on Monday from 3:00 – 7:00 pm in Blackville. On Tuesday, a final public viewing
will be held in Orangeburg from 3:00- 7:00 pm. There will be no viewing at the cemetery.
There will be no visitation at the residence; however, friends are invited to call his wife, Clay
Sandra Dash at 803.536.1066 or call the funeral home for additional information. In lieu of
flowers, donations can be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, Restoration Project, 185
Boulevard Street, Orangeburg, SC and/ or to The 1904 Society, PO Box 1996, Orangeburg, SC.
Online condolences may be submitted to www.dashsfh.com. If you are unable to attend the
graveside service, you are invited to watch the services live by visiting the funeral home's
website and clicking on Franklin Dash's name under the obituary section.