Richard A. Branham

Richard A. Branham, Sr. age 87 of Mount Dora, FL, passed away February 7, 2013. He was born October 31, 1925 in Atlanta, GA to Verlyn and Frances Branham. Mr. Branham was a Korean Conflict and WWII Navy Veteran. He was a very active life member of both Sons of Confederate Veterans Jacob Summerlin Camp 1516 and B.P.O.E. Orlando and Eustis Lodges. He earned a degree in Industrial Physics from Clemson University. Mr. Branham retired from Martin Marietta after 28 years where he was a Technical Director. Mr. Branham is survived by his wife, Inez; sons, Richard "Buck"(Rebecca) Branham, Jr., John Douglas (Connie) Branham; daughter, Lori (Joseph) Pfahler; grandchildren, Crystal, Clint, Chris, Amanda, Catherine, David; great-grandchildren, Raven, Kendall and Dylan. He was preceded in death by his first wife Patricia Mary Branham in 1998. A Graveside Service for Mr. Branham will be held 2 PM, Saturday, February 16, 2013, at Oxford Historical Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Florida Elks Children's Therapy Services, 24175 SE Hwy 450, P.O. Box 49, Umatilla, FL 32784.