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Paula Branstetter Obituary

Paula Branstetter, wife of former Oklahoma state Senator Olin Branstetter, died in a plane crash Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011.
Published by Oklahoman on Nov. 19, 2011.

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Darryl Baker

December 21, 2011

It was amazing how your mother embraced like one of her own. I will miss her along with your dad.

They loved so many people and are now loved by so many more.

Janet Basse Graham

November 22, 2011

How privileged we have been to know two people who actually "walked the walk" during their time with us and how wonderful that our parents enjoyed almost 60 years of friendship! Olin and Dusty reached out with heartfelt notes and phone calls to Mom, Karen and me when Dad died, and we will always be grateful for that. Our love and prayers remain with you and yours during this very difficult time.

Nikki Snyder

November 21, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during these difficult times

Mary Pinkerton

November 21, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Cherise Pelts/Musselman

November 21, 2011

God received two amazing people in His house of glory!! The mention of your name will forever bring smiles to the people of Ponca Cty!!

Laura Hines

November 21, 2011

Never have I been more confident of a great Heavenly welcome than I am for Dusty Branstetter. From bringing my first crib, to my first Sunday School Teacher, to my prayer partner always, Dusty was a strong force that helped shape my life. Where ever she was needed Dusty was there with Olin by her side. With prayer always first and foremost for Olin and Dusty, every meal, every trip, every reason, was always met with prayer. My prayers are with Jack, Paul, and Henry along with their families today. God bless you all and give you peace in the following days, weeks, and years.

WAYNE JACKSON

November 21, 2011

YOU WILL BE THE LIGHT OF HEAVEN.GOD BLESS YOU.YOUR CLASSMATES AT SAPULPA WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU.

Penny Krispin

November 19, 2011

Dusty Branstetter flew my dying brother and I over downtown Dallas at night so he could see the city lights. This was his dying wish. I was so impressed with her skills and how meticulous she was about flying. Words cannot describe the love and respect I have for Dusty Branstetter and cannot imagine how this loss must feel to her family and I offer my most sincere condolences.

Robert Smart

November 18, 2011

Today I am not just a Sooner, but a native Oklahoman. We have a great tradition of helping and supporting our neighbors. God bless those that were lost, their families, and the OSU family.

Marilyn Beilke

November 18, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. The flowers that Paula left for my mom and her visit last month at the nursing home were as beautiful as her heart. My prayers are with your family.

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