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Gary Branson Obituary

Gary E. Branson, age 70, started his tour in life on May 1, 1943 and was called home to be in peace on August 13, 2013. He is survived by his wife, best friend, lover and soul mate of 22 years: Janet Branson. He is also survived by his two sons: James (Danita) Branson and Patrick (Tamika) Branson; as well as three daughters: Kimberly Branson (Will Woodley), Jessica (James) Becker, Joanna (Tony) Brown, and his four-legged son, Tigger. He is also survived by seven grandchildren: Anthony, Kayla, Shyanne, Onighya, Jamie, Trevor, TyShawn; and his four-legged grandchildren: Star and Mickey, and numerous adopted kids, grandkids, and two great-grandkids. A memorial service will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 17, 2013 at the Shrine of Remembrance "America the Beautiful" Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Gary's family in care of the Shrine of Remembrance Funeral Home. Online Condolences: ShrineOfRemembrance.com

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Published by The Gazette on Aug. 16, 2013.

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Anita Coolbaugh Bower

August 25, 2013

I was stationed with Gary at the 655th Radar Squadron, Watertown, NY in the 70s. One heck of a nice guy - so sorry to hear of his passing. My sincerest sympathy to his family and friends (who were usually one and the same!).

Taylor Jones

August 17, 2013

R.I.P Gary... Gone to soon such a beautiful soul gone to be with the lord in the beautiful place we all call heaven you will be greatly missed bud.

Jerome Tivis

August 17, 2013

25 years! Long time. I have known you 25 years. Through everything I know you loved your family with all your heart and they loved you. You are missed immensely. But one thing is for sure, we will meet again. Thank you for all the good times. The laughter. Thanks for letting me be a part of your life. The time we had together in this life was joyful. The time we have in the next, eternally priceless. I love you.

Cyrena Lindhorst

August 17, 2013

I love and miss you Uncle Gary. i am glad we got to chat these last couple of years. Say hello and give hugs to Grandma and Grandpa as you meet them again. Be at Peace. Love always your niece.

Sherry Ford

August 17, 2013

This is a hell of a man. He has always welcomed my kids and i into his home. We love u dad #4. And always know ur watchibg down on us.

Sandy Mcmahan

August 17, 2013

I will always love you big brother and you'll be miss a lot you was a wonderful brother I was very bless to have you Love your kid sister I wish I could be there

Jason Wallace

August 17, 2013

Gary, i cant believe that u are no longer here. I know that u are no longer in pain & in a much better place. Know that ALL of your adopted kids love u and miss u. You were a big part of my life growing up....I will always owe u that. LOVE & MISS YOU & ALWAYS WILL!!!!!

Jason

sherry ford

August 16, 2013

This is one hell of a great man. I'm proud to say he was able to be part of my family and glad I am part of his. We had so may treasured moments that will always shine. Love u dad / Gary.

Kim Branson

August 16, 2013

Daddy ur the best n i love n miss ull always b in my heart

Rob and Silvia Wilkins

August 16, 2013

Rest in Peace

JoAnna Brown

August 16, 2013

Dad,
I still can't believe this time has came that we had to let you go for now... But I know that you are in heaven smiling down on us and are no longer in pain.... Party it up dad Love you until we meet again...
Your Baby Jojo

August 16, 2013

I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU WE WILL BE TOGETHER AGAIN ONE DAY. LOVE YOUR WIFE

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