FRANKLINTON - Benjamin Mark Mallard Jr., 40, of Franklinton, passed away Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019. A celebration of his life will be held Feb. 16, 2019 at 4 p.m. at Lancaster's Franklinton Chapel, with Ronnie Gilliam officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.

He was born to Benjamin M. Mallard Sr. and the late Lisa Lanphear and grew up in Franklinton.

Surviving: sons, Darin and Jordan; daughter, Eleanor; his parents Mark and Sharon Mallard; his brother, Josh Mallard; and sisters, Kristy M. Lassiter and Lauren M. Hall (Alan).

Arrangements are being handled by Lancaster Funeral and Cremation Services. Online condolences may be made to www.lancasterfcs.com.