Ricky Allen Gilman, 52, of Franklin, passed away Thursday, November 10, 2016. Born in Dodgeville, WI, he was the son of John and Diane Gilman. Ricky worked as a mechanic most of his life and enjoyed hunting. He was a Christian by faith. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his wife, Frances Carol Waller; five children, Ricky Gilman II, Joshua Gilman, John Gilman, Jacob Gilman and Dakota Gilman all of Franklin; three stepchildren, Jennifer Hurst and husband Alex, James “Jimmy” Waller and wife Rene and Jessie Waller all of Franklin; one brother, Rob and two sisters Terri and Traci all of Wisconsin; eight grandchildren, Cory, Aubrey, Mindi and Maddi, Samuel, Lexie, Hope and Ashley and several nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to one’s favorite charity. Macon Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences can be made at maconfuneralhome.com.