Franklin Delano Williams

Franklin Delano Williams ((1947-06-25)June 25, 1947 in Smithdale, Mississippi – (1993-03-22)March 22, 1993 in Savannah, Georgia) was an American gospel music singer.

Williams formed The Mississippi Mass Choir while serving as director of Gospel promotions at Malaco.

With the company's support he began calling in personnel, including David R. Curry, who became Mississippi Mass Choir's music director.

At the 9th annual James Cleveland GMWA Awards, the Mississippi Mass won the Choir of the Year-Contemporary, and Best New Artist of the Year-Traditional.

Williams continued working in the Gospel music industry until his death from a heart attack on Monday, March 22, 1993 in Savannah, Georgia at an airport on the way back from a concert.