Uvalde in Uvalde County, Texas — The American South (West South Central)
M.J. "Jerry" Franklin
(December 10, 1925 - March 25, 1961)
Born in Asherton. Served as a patrolman with Uvalde Police Department, 1958-1961. Was killed in line of duty. In his memory, a plaque was given to city by pupils of Uvalde schools. Franklin and wife Jeanne had 2 children, Patricia and William.
Recorded - 1968
Erected 1968 by State Historical Survey Committee. (Marker Number 14269.)
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Law Enforcement.
Location. 29° 12.022′ N, 99° 48.726′ W. Marker is in Uvalde, Texas, in Uvalde County. Marker can be reached from West Main Street (U.S. 90). Marker is located in Hillcrest Cemetery. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Uvalde TX 78801, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 2 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Reading Wood Black (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); John Nance Garner (about 800 feet away); Pat Garrett (approx. half a mile away); Jardin de Heroes / Garden of Heroes (approx. ¾ mile away); Nicolas Street School (approx. 1.1 miles away); Judge John Nance Garner (approx. 1½ miles away); John Nance Garner Home (approx. 1½ miles away); John Nance Garner House (approx. 1½ miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Uvalde.
Credits. This page was last revised on April 13, 2021. It was originally submitted on December 2, 2020, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas. This page has been viewed 175 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on December 3, 2020, by Brian Anderson of Humble, Texas.