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Pretlow and Sons Funeral Home - Chesapeake

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Chesapeake, Virginia

Charles Branchcomb Obituary

Charles B. Branchcomb CHESAPEAKE - Charles B. Branchcomb departed this life on Monday, June 27, 2011 at Sentara Leigh Hospital. He was born July 5, 1925 to William and Lillian Branchcomb in New York. He was a member of St. Thomas AMEZ Church. He retired as a contract specialist, Sup Ships, NNSY. "Chuck" as he was known, loved his job as well as flying airplanes. He is survived by his wife, Flossie; four children, Steven, Charles Jr. (Roz), Harry and Pamela; seven grandchildren; two sisters, Theresa and Helen; four brothers, Joseph (Toby), Adrian, Alvin (Reva) and Kenneth; five stepchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. A homegoing celebration will be held Tuesday, July 5, at 11 a.m. at St. Thomas AMEZ Church with the Dr. Joseph Lamb Sr. officiating. Entombment will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be held Monday, July 4, from 3 to 7 p.m. at Pretlow and Son Funeral Home, Chesapeake, where the family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. You may offer your condolences to the family at www.pretlowandsons.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jul. 3, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Charles Branchcomb

7 Entries

Ella/Barbara Martin/Chavis

July 8, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

July 5, 2011

Thinking and praying for you in this time of need.

Kacey Carnegie

Min. Ovid and Phyllis Williams Sr.

July 4, 2011

Aunt Flossie, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. We are praying for your Peace and Comfort during this time. We love you.

July 4, 2011

Mommy Flossie;
Our prayers are with you, Ann, and the family to get through this time with the peace that comes from knowing that God loves you and will continue to take care of you. We love you.
Mary and Steve
Jacksonville, FL

John Reid

July 3, 2011

My heart goes out to our beautiful aunt Flossie. May God continue to bless you. Please accept my heartfelt sorrow.

Charles Reid

July 3, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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