Florence Louise Wright Branch

Florence Louise Wright Branch

Florence Branch Obituary

Published by Mimms Funeral Home from Aug. 17 to Aug. 20, 2009.
BRANCH, Mrs. Florence Louise Wright, 94, of Richmond, departed this life on August 16, 2009. She leaves to cherish her memory, children Lawrence Branch Jr. and Florence Diane Harris; three grandchildren, Lisa Finklea (Christopher Sr.), Lawrence Branch III and Arlette Jones; three great-grandchildren, Krystal Lee, Christopher Finkles Jr. and Lauren Jones; one daughter-in-law, Pearl Branch; siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 21, 2009 at 1 p.m. at Union Baptist Church, 1901 Everett Street, Rev. Robert C. Davis, Pastor Officiating. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street. Interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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August 21, 2009

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August 21, 2009

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August 20, 2009

Andrea Jones posted to the memorial.

August 21, 2009

To The Branch/Harris Family,
You loved her but God loved her best. Our sympathy and prayers are with you at this time.

Clifford and Margaret N. Thompson

elaine beard

August 21, 2009

To Diane, Arlette, Lawrence and Pearl,

May God be with you all. I know he knows best, because he took my heart away 12 years ago and I still feel the pain of it. But joy does come in the morning when the great memories flood your soul. So remember the morning dew and you will see mom again.

Elaine

Andrea Jones

August 20, 2009

Arlette and Lauren

In his presence there is fullness of joy and at his right hand there are pleasures for evermore. Take comfort in knowing that your grandmother is rejoicing in the presence of the Lord. I love you and will pray for peace and comfort for you and your family during your time of sorrow.

August 20, 2009

God is always near. May
He grant you comfort during this difficult time.
We will always remember Ms.Branch for her beautiful smile and her loving,kind spirit.

Love,

Chuck and LaVerne Yates

The Pearson family

August 20, 2009

God has called this wonderful lady home to join Him. You will be missed by us all. You were only with us for a time and a season. You were loved by all. Now go to get you crown in glory.

Lee Miller

August 20, 2009

There are those who boast of their accomplishments to please man and in the end receive nothing; there are those who are meek, doing the little things that is pleasing in "God" sight who will be received in his "kingdom.

Ms Florence was a most respected lady in the Broad Rock and South Richmond Community and to anyone who ever had contact with her. She will be truly missed by us all. May God bless and protect you during your time of bereavement

August 20, 2009

To the Branch Family

May the Blessed memories of yourbeautiful love one live forever

Doris Hemphill
Broad Rock Baptist Church

August 20, 2009

To the Branch Family

May the Blessed memories of yourbeautiful love one live forever

Cynthia Brown & Family

August 20, 2009

To The Branch Family: Our prayers are with you during your time of sorrow. Mrs. Branch was a "GREAT" woman of God. She reminded me so much of my mother, however the wisdom and time she spent with my family and me will never be forgotten.

JOAN MADDOX

August 20, 2009

TO THE FAMILY OF FLORENCE BRANCH
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS TIME. WE HOPE THIS MESSAGE WILL GIVE YOU COMFORT. GOD BLESS.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

FROM THE MADDOX FAMILY.

From the Staff of Mimms Funeral Home

August 20, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Roberta Simmons

August 18, 2009

Earth has no sorry that heaven cannot heal. Don't grieve for Ms. Branch. Let your tears be tears of joy. God gave her to us for 94 years, and for that we are grateful. Rest on Ms. Branch soon and very soon we shall all meet on the other shore.

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