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He was a graduate of Warwick High School and the Plumbers and Pipefitters Apprenticeship. He was a member of the Local 540 Plumbers and Pipefitters Union for 41 years and retired from Warwick Plumbing and Heating in 2004. Steve was a wonderful, loving son, brother, husband, father and Papa. He loved being outside and took pride in his home and yard. He loved his family, they were his world. He lived for his grandbabies and had a special place in his heart for each and every one of them.
Steve was preceded in death by his father, Walter Wallace Branch Sr.
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 43 years, Carol Tugwell Branch; his children, Stephen 'Alan' Branch Jr. and wife, Melissa, Christy Wiscarson and husband, Rob, Teresa Brooker and husband, Philip; his nine grandchildren, Chad, Kiley and Madison Branch, Robbie, Justin, and Stephen 'Adam' Wiscarson, and William, Emma and Sammy Brooker; his mother, Gladys Powell Branch; big brother, Wallace Branch; sister, Joan Scott; and a host of beloved nieces, nephews, and friends. He also leaves behind his best buddy, his lab, Bud.
Special thanks go out to Dr. Scott Kruger, Dr. Alan Goldberg, and their entire staff. The family would like to extend their thanks to Heartland Hospice and staff.
Friends are encouraged to visit www.parklawn-woodfh.com to share memories of condolence with the family.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 9, at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home. A celebration of Steve's life will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 10, in the funeral home chapel, officiated by Pastor Carter Love. Interment will follow at Parklawn Memorial Park.
Arrangements are under the care of Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 N. Armistead Avenue, Hampton. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stephen BRANCH
Stephanie Winder
December 18, 2009
Wallace and family,
I was so sad to hear of Steve's passing. He was always kind and friendly. He will be greatly missed.
May God give your family comfort and peace.
Sammy and Pat Bulls
December 15, 2009
Dear Carol and family,
I just went in an told Pat about Stephen passing away and it breaks our hearts at your lost and pain you are going through now. We Love you very much.
Elizabeth Allen (Koenig)
December 10, 2009
Christy,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how difficult these times can be for you and your family. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
robin tugwell
December 9, 2009
Aunt Carol, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and the family. Uncle Steve was very special to me..he could always make me smile. he will be missed by everyone. please stay in touch and let me know if you need anything. i love you!
Anne Gardner
December 9, 2009
Dear Carol & family,
We were saddened to hear of Stephen's death. To me he was still that little boy I held in my lap and rocked to sleep. That was my favorite thing to do while visiting Aunt Gladys and Uncle Wallace. I guess I was about 13-14. He had a beautiful smile which he still had the last time I saw him.
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord bless you with His peace that passes all understanding.
Lovingly,
Anne & Jesse Gardner
johnny kyle,jr
December 9, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Beth Quick
December 9, 2009
To the entire family -
I worked with Teresa for a few years and we became close friends.
I learned from her stories how close your family is, and was so saddened to hear of your loss.
Heaven has surely gained a new angel.
My thoughts are with you at this time,
Beth Quick
Donna Campbell
December 8, 2009
Steve,
You surely will be missed by all who knew you, and loved you. I was glad to see you and Carol at the airport awhile back, we hadn't seen each other in quite sometime. May god keep your family in his comfort and loving arms during this difficult time.
December 8, 2009
Carol & family,
I was so saddened to hear about Stephen (that's what we always called him). I mostly remember him as a child and all the good times we had visiting each other. He was always so cute and fun to be around.
To lose your husband and father at such
a young age will certainly leave a tremendous void. I know you have a lot of wonderful memories to help sustain you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless!
Brenda & Lee Tolliver
Franklin, VA
Sandra Haynie
December 8, 2009
Dear Carol and Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Stephen's death. We had some good times as children, and I remember him as such a sweet, loving person. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. My heart aches for you as you go through this difficult time of loss and grief. It does help to know that he's no longer suffering.
In time, may the good memories of your life together bring you joy and peace.
Christine Keller (Scott)
December 8, 2009
I was deeply saddended to hear of Steve's passing..I hope now he finds eternity with no pain and is at peace. While I was part of the family I always looked forward to coming to Steve & Carol's house...I knew it would always be a good time...Keep him in your hearts and cherish memories of him and he will always be with you!! All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
December 8, 2009
I am sorry to hear about Steve. Although I haven't seen Steve in years, I have thought about him and have good memories of him as being one of the good guys. I knew Steve when he lived on Colberts Lane and we were in the same class at Warwick. I pray the Lord will comfort Steve's family and help them through this difficult time.
Phil Furlough, Huntsville, Al
charles /andy anderson
December 8, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ronald Creech
December 8, 2009
Dear neighbors,
Know that you are not alone in mourning the loss of a great man. More than neighbors, y'all were like family to me. Wish I could be there to offer a hug, shoulder, or listening ear. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this time. My love to all...
monica tugwell
December 8, 2009
AuntCarol, Uncle Steve always reminded me of a big teddy bear....He was like a gentle giant.One of the friendliest people I have ever encountered.I used to look forward to going to Aunt Carol and Uncle Steves house. I know he could always make me laugh or feel good .It is as if he didnt allow any sad faces on his watch.I was so blessed to have known him.He has definately earned his home in Heaven.I pray that you and the family find Peace through wonderful memories of the love and laughter he brought into each and every one of your lives.I can just picture every soul in Heaven welcoming him home ,and he has already left an impression on them.He will be greatly missed , but never forgotten. May God Bless You and keep you in your days of Mourning.You are in my prayers always.....I LOVE Y'ALL.
December 8, 2009
Mrs. Wiscarson,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Memories will sustain you during your difficult days ahead, your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Take care,
Sandra Plank
Shawn & Kim Britt
December 8, 2009
Christy, Alan, Teresa and Carol,
I am so sorry for your loss. Steve was a wonderful man who loved you all with all of his heart. He always made everyone laugh who was around him. "Shug" was his "trademark" and I will never be able to hear it without thinking of him. Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time and in the days ahead. The loss of a loved one is so difficult to bear and Shawn and I both share in your grief. Hold on to all the memories you have to help you get threw all this pain.
Christy, please give your mom an extra hug for me, I know she will needs lots of them in the days ahead. Give some extra love to my boys, Robbie, Justin and Adam, I can only imagine how hard this is for them.
We love you all and please know we are here for you if you need anything or if there is anything I can do please do not hesitate to ask.
Amanda Johnston-Dunn
December 8, 2009
Teresa, Alan and Christy...I am so sorry for your loss. You had a wonderful father who loved you with all of his heart. You will always have special memories to hold on to. Take care of each other and Momma Branch during this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything at all I can do to help please let me know.
Toni Wright
December 8, 2009
I am going to miss the nicest and most loveable man in the world. He always made me feel loved and brought a smile to my face everytime I saw him. The only thing that brings any relief is that he is not suffering he has had such a long battle. I love him and his entire family.
Laura (Creech) Supplee
December 8, 2009
Dear Carol, Alan, Christy, Theresa and families,
I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I've known him & Carol my whole life. Y'all were great neighbors and practically family to us. I pray that the Lord will comfort your hearts and bless you with many wonderfully funny memories of him. I will certainly keep you all in my prayers! ~ Love y'all, Laura
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