Jessye V. Franklin
Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies. — Proverbs 31:10
President Emeritus Jessye V. Franklin has rendered service to Detroit Service Through Detroit Foundation, Inc. (DSTDFI) for over 25 years! Jessye’s long-tenured leadership pioneered DSTDFI’s impact on the city of Detroit and the surrounding metropolitan Detroit community areas through youth and senior programs, scholarships, and service.
We would like to take the precious opportunity to”give her flowers”while she can smell them. It is by the grace of God, we honor the virtuous ruby in our midst and show her the love and appreciation she deserves.
Please feel free to leave love notes, accolades, and acknowledgments in the comments section below on behalf of your personal or professional interactions with Jessye V. Franklin.
Sincerest and best, Delta Service Through Detroit Foundation, Inc. (DSTDFI) Board of Directors
Event Highlights
The special Sisterhood Brunch held for Jessye V. Franklin on March 16, 2024 at Sindbad’s Sohor Room in Detroit was a huge success. Many new and treasured memories were extended in the hearts and minds of all who were in attendance. Our tribute for Ms. Jessye is to thank her for 25+ years undaunting service and dedication to Delta Sorors, Delta Foundation, the Detroit area, and extended community.
On behalf of Jessye V. Franklin and DSTDFI, we want to thank everyone who contributed and participated in this celebration. Tokens of love, expressions of gratitude, and ongoing support are greatly appreciated.
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Monica D Swain
Congratulations Soror Jessye on your leadership and dedication to DSTDFI. Enjoy your President Emerita status! XOXO
Soror Monica Swain
Carol Nevels Fleming
Soror Jessye, thank you for being the STEADFAST, DEDICATED, COMMITTED WOMAN OF GOD THAT YOU HAVE BEEN FOR 25 YEARS PLUS! I truly appreciate your wisdom and dedication to me and the sisterhood of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. I couldn’t be who I am without you being WHO you are! God Bless You.
Sharon Wilson
Congratulations Soror Jessye. Thanks for leading DSTDFI for 25 years! What a contribution of your time, talent and treasures. Thank you for the guidance you have given me over the years. I love you and look forward to working with you on Delta Manor business. In Sisterly Love♥️.
Congratulations, Soror Jessye, today we celebrate you.
Congratulations, Soror Jessye, today we celebrate you.
Marquita Hall
Congratulations Soror Jessie on your years of service. You are appreciated 🔺❤️
Bronwyn Burton
Soror Jessye, you are truly a blessing and an inspiration. I feel so blessed to know you. Congratulations on 25 years of service to our beloved sisterhood. I love you more than you know.
Sylvia Maddox
Congratulations Soror Jessye!! You are always so patient and kind. You show these special attributes as a strong leader in your professional career as well as in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, the Detroit Alumnae Chapter, and DSTDFI. THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU.
Nora Hudson
A Poem of Celebration
Count it all joy for our steps create trails and memories;
Sing out loud and praise the doers and builders ;
Shine that light for our greatest journey is still being plotted;
Nurture to harvest the tender sprouts water the spirit to grow in grace
Nora Hudson
Michelle Puryear
Congratulations Soror Jessye, for your successful leadership and dedication to DSTDFI and DAC.
Love you,
Soror Michelle Puryear
Denise Thames Jackson
Soror Jessye, there are many things I can say about our connection but the one that stands out is your genuine care, words of encouragement and love you have given t.o me over the years Congratulations on your years of service, dedication and commitment.
DSTDFI Incorporator and Soror Denise Thames Jackson
Tara Smith
Congratulations , On your 25 years of unwavering service to our community. You have inspired others through your dedication for the foundation and its purpose !
Sisterly,
Soror Tara Smith
JONNIE HAMILTON
Congratulations you have been. A Inspiring and amazing leader of DSTDFI and DSTDAC know that you have made your mark and I appreciate your leadership.
Deneen Matthews
Ms. J, I’ve had the unique pleasure of working aside you for more than a decade to onboard the online goals for DSTDFI as well as other projects. Thank you for your support throughout the years, the longevity of a great professional working relationship, and for how you have impacted me personally. You are sharp, classy and notably devoted to the causes you steward well over. I’m sure that you continue to leave behind a lasting impression in the lives of everyone you encounter. Many blessings, most deserved!!!!
LaKeshia Bell
Congratulations Soror Franklin, for your Leadership, Dedication , and Service . You hold such a special place in my life as one of the women who have had an impact on my life today. You were my middle school principal at Hutchins Middle School. You loved and nurtured us to be the Best we could be and every morning over the intercom during announcements you ended with , “Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance “. I’ve carried this saying throughout my life. Love you immensely and I’m honored to be able to celebrate such a Phenomenal woman .
Carol Nevels Fleming
Congratulations Soror Jessye! I thank you for walking me into Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and more importantly The Detroit Alumnae Chapter. Thank you for your kind smile and your infinite time, service and dedication to our sorority. God Bless you as you continue to serve others through your service. Thank You!
LeDora Scott
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Congratulations ❤️
Thank you, Director Franklin, for your leadership and wealth of knowledge. I am forever grateful to you for allowing me to be a leader for the Children’s Defense Freedom School Program. Most of all, thank you for sharing your wisdom when I needed advice. Be blessed 🙌.
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Diane Smith
Soror Jessye: My very first assignment with DAC was working with you as co-chair of Roundup. I have valued your leadership and friendship throughout the years so very much. Congratulations and thank you for your unwavering commitment.
Soror Diane Smith
Pamela J. McClain
Soror Jessye,
The mark of any great organization is exemplified by its leadership. For a quarter of a century, you have paved the way. Congratulations on your elevation!!
Marcia Jackson
Dear Soror and president emeritus Jessye Franklin. You will always be special to me. You gave me my first leadership role in DAC and for that I’m forever grateful. Your leadership brought DSTDFI a mighty long way. Your flowers are well deserved.
Joyce Herron-Taylor
Dear Jessye,
Thank you for your exemplary leadership throughout the many phases of your life as they connected to me. You are a quiet storm, a lady, and a wonderful human being. You deserve to be honored; you’ve put in the WORK!!
Beverly Wilkerson
Congratulations Soror Jessye. You are very deserving. Thank you for all of your expertise that you have provided to this foundation as well as to the Detroit Alumnae Chapter.
Kay Diane Armstrong
Jessye, your extended service and dedication to DSTDFI and DAC is deeply appreciated by all of your sorors. Now take this time to rest, relax and reflect on all of your outstanding accomplishments.
Karmun Newby
Soror Jessye – Thank you for your vision, leadership, integrity and calm spirit over the years. Now it’s time to relax snd really enjoy the fruits of your labor. God Bless!!
TTBOD, Soror Karmun Newby
Linda Bradfield
Congratulations Soror Jessye. Thank you for your years of service, leadership and guidance. You are truly an exemplary Soror. Love you,
TTBOD, Soror Linda Bradfield
Shirley Dismuke
I want to personally say “Congratulations” to a well deserved
Soror for your perseverance, your outstanding leadership and hard work of dedication for more than 25 years to this Foundation. Thank you Soror Jessye.
Marcileen C Pruitt
Dear President Franklin, many thanks to you for your tireless efforts in leading DSTDFI for 25 years and congratulations on your President Emerita status! As a past President and member of the Board of Directors, I salute you! Brava!! DSTDFI has continued to honor its mission to provide educational, historical, cultural and scholarship programs for youth, seniors and the homeless in the community since its inception thanks to the ongoing efforts of you and the current Board. I can’t wait to celebrate you.
GEORGIA CAMBELL
Congratulations Soror Jessye! I have known you for 19 years and you have always exemplified and modeled the greatest of leadership!
Thank you for giving so much to make this world a better place!
Love you!
kim mitchell
Congratulations, Soror Jessye, on your service and leadership in our community. Love you,
Soror Kim Mitchell
Paralee G. Day
Congratulations President Emeritus Franklin as you’ve demonstrated the hallmarks of leadership as you’ve carried the DSTDFI torch for several years. Peace and best wishes as you continue your commitment to serve on the Board of Directors in your new role.