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JOYCE ANN "FRUITCAKE" BRANCH
JOYCE ANN "FRUITCAKE" BRANCH
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JOYCE BRANCH Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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LaVerne Easter
December 9, 2009
To My Extended Family, I am sorry of hearing of one of my SISTER'S - (Fruitcake) passing, she was won of God's chosen children - she kept the whole family together at all times. she was a beautiful and kind person to everyone she met. Always keep her in your heart and prayers because she will always be watching each of you - Time will heal your heart and pain and lost May God truely bless each and everyone of you -
Love and Peace
LaVerne Smith Easter and Family - Family since the 60's
Beatrice burton
December 6, 2009
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.
Harris and Fenner Family
December 4, 2009
To the entire family of "Fruitcake" -
We were so very sorry to hear about the passing of Fruitcake. We will all miss her. She was known for her beautiful smile and laughter. That's something that will always remain in our hearts when thinking of her.
Family always remember the good times that you all shared with your mother, grandmother, wife, etc. and know that God will get you through this time of deep sorrow.
May God Bless each of you always.
Debora Davis Anderson
December 3, 2009
Iris Tyrone Timothy Titus and Cherry,
My condolences to you and your family
May the Lord's Peace and Strength be with you all.
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Jackson Arvin
December 3, 2009
We were truly saddened to learn of our aunt's passing but are joyful in knowing she has moved on to that great heavenly kingdom. We wish our family God's peace and comfort during this sorrowful time and may it bring each of you joy in remembering those special moments you have shared with "Fruitcake". Love, Jackie, Barbara, Juanita(Tee)and The Arvin Family.
Jacqueline (Jacque) Hughes-Fisher
December 3, 2009
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your mother. When we loose someone we love, it seems that time stands still. May you take comfort in knowing an angel is watching over you. May god bless you and your family.
Zoletta Winston
December 3, 2009
Cherrie
My heart and prayers are with with you and your family during your time of need.
Diane Lilly
December 2, 2009
To Cherrie, Iris, Tyrone, Timothy, Titus, and the Smith family sorry to her about your mother ( Fruitcake) she was a very kind and sweet friend I will miss her, and that smile was a beautiful, caring, sharing, loving mother and grandmother.
My prayers and deepest sympathy goes out to the family. Be Bless take one day at a time God is with all of you.
She will always be in my heart .
Evetta Cosby _Smith
December 2, 2009
Cherrie Iris Timmy Tyrone & all of the Smith family my condolences & my heart goes out to you for FRUITCAKE was one of the most loving women i know always kind making sure everything &evrybody was okay putting other people before her self she surely has earn her crown in Heaven so stay strong contiune to look to God to get you through this sad time just be there for each other not to say you havent already have been With LOVE EVETTA Davin Darshea
Reginald Finney
December 2, 2009
Our Prayers, thoughts and condolences are extended to "our" family. To the immediate family of Joyce Branch "FRUITCAKE" . . . who always had a HUGE SMILE and a kind word for my family and I. When she visited us recently in Charlotte, North Carolina, she blessed us with her presence, humility and laughter. During this difficult time, know one sure thought . . . she truly is with God now and has been "chosen" to be one of his "ANGELS". Over the next few days, weeks and months . . .reach out to God, for He alone CAN & WILL comfort you, guide you and lift your spirits. We love "each" of you all so very, very much. For, God knows, there was only "one" soul like "FRUITCAKE"!!! Be encouraged . . . . like "FruitCake" encouraged me personally, as well as, how she encouraged all of God's people she came in contact with. "Be Blessed"
Reginald, Cheryl, Joshua & Chelsea Finney, Charlotte - North Carolina
Herman and Maxine Cosby
December 2, 2009
To the family of Ms Joyce Branch , (Ms FruitCake) please accept our deepest sympathy in the passing of you mother she will truly be missed ,especially her smile may Gods peace comfort you during this time of need.
Dorothy Graves
December 2, 2009
I will always hold you close to my heart. You will surely be missed.
Deborah Butts
December 2, 2009
My prayers is with the family and friends of "Fruitcake". I met her through a friend in the Eastern star order and it was a GREAT pleasure having met her. I didn't know her as Joyce but as "Fruitcake" and she became special to me as she was a very special and loving person. She will be missed. Be encourage- God is the healer of all broken hearts!
Sharon Kirksey
December 2, 2009
May the fond memories of your love one be with you always.
May God's presence surround you with His love, patience and strength always.
Cathy Berry
December 2, 2009
To the Family of Joyce Branch:
It was with great sadness to hear of the lost of Sister Joyce (Fruitcake)Branch my Fraternal Sister. May the comfort of Jesus presence and love touch each of you deeply with every consolation and comfort.
Tarshica Carter
December 2, 2009
Aunt FruitCake, you already know that you were TRUELY LOVED!!!! WE WILL MISS YOU DEARLY AND WE WILL FOREVER HOLD YOU IN OUR HEARTS..... I LOVE YOU BABY GIRL!!!!
As for my family, continue praying for strenght to overcome these tough times.....GOD got US!!!! JUS REMEMBER AUNT FRUITCAKE IS AMONGS THE ANGELS WATCHING OVER US, SO KEEP HER SMILING :0)
LOVE YOU ALL, MUCH!!!!
Tarshica Carter
December 2, 2009
Aunt FruitCake, U already know that you were TRUELY LOVED!! WE MISS YOU DEARLY AND WILL FOREVER HOLD YOU IN OUR HEARTS....I LOVE YOU BABY GIRL!!!!
As for my family, continue praying for strenght to over come these tough times... GOD got us!!!! JUS REMEMBER AUNT FRUITCAKE IS AMONGS THE ANGELS WATCHING OVER US... SO KEEP HER SMILING :0)
LOVE YOU ALL, MUCH!!!!!
December 2, 2009
May God be with all of you at this difficult time. Fruitcake will be dearly missed. She was always so vibrant and fun loving. My prays and thoughts go out to all of you but just know that she is resting comfortably in the arms of the Lord. God Bless you. Marilyn Ewell
Fats & Samantha Green
December 2, 2009
To Cherrie and Family,
Sorry to hear about your mother, our heart goes out to you. We know how close you was with your mom. The memories you have of your mother will last forever in your heart, mind and life. But they will comfort you when you think your are alone. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. Love Fats, Samantha and family
Shaneen Mosley
December 2, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Latisha Coleman
December 2, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Cheryl Finney
December 2, 2009
Aunt Fruitcake, your ship has finally come in. May you find peace and comfort in the arms of the Lord. We will all miss you. Your niece, Cheryl and family
Barbara Haskins
December 2, 2009
Thoughts & Memories of you now & always . May god Bless & keep the Children Sister & Brothers Other Family Members. Love Always Your Cousin . Barbara Lee
Darleen Bowman
December 2, 2009
To Iris, Cherrie, and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God continue His blessings upon each of you. Keep the Faith.
Rosa Robinson
December 2, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Phyllis Stewart
December 2, 2009
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.
Sheronda Witherspoon
December 2, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Barbara Haskins
December 2, 2009
THr Family is going to miss you . I can always keep the memories of your laughter & smile .Most of all the good Family Reunions.RIP Your Cousin Barbara Lee
December 1, 2009
My Condolence goes out to the family of Fruitcake ,I can see the smile she always had. GOD only takes the best and she was his angel,you will miss her but she will always remain in you hearts forever.
Veronica Newbill-Shaw
{Linwood & Susie}
December 1, 2009
TO: Cherrie and Family
With our sincere sympathy..may god bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We will keep your family in prayers.
From the Staff of Chiles Funeral Home
December 2, 2009
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Marilyn Williams
December 1, 2009
To Iris, Cherrie,and the remainder of the Smith family;
My condolences are with you, Please know that God puts no more on us than we can bare. Ms. Fruitcake will be missed by many here on earth but God called to her new home to her new address Heaven Street where the streets are paved with Gold and she's wearing her long white robe with a crown of glory. Know that earth has no sorrows that heaven cannot heal. Look to hills from whence cometh your help because all of you Help will come from Lord.
Please fell free to call me if there is anything I can do to help you in your time of need, a prayer or even shoulder to lean on I'm here.
Velma Ligon
December 1, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Dr. David L Reynolds Jr.
December 1, 2009
To the family of Fruitcake. My condolences goes out to each of you especially her children, Willnett, Wilbur, Leon Bobby and Sandra. As you know we the Reynolds Family and your family were considered as one "big" family that grew up together. I will forever miss Fruitcake, but God only takes the best. Each of you "keep looking up" to God for strength and He will supply all your needs and be the comforter during this time.
Dr. David L. Reynolds Jr.
November 30, 2009
I would like to express my deepest condolences to Fruitcake family.I will be praying for God to give each one of u strength&guidence during your loss.(POOCHIE).
Denise Hill
November 30, 2009
My Condolence goes out to the family of Fruitcake. Fruitcake was a dear friend to me . Memories we shared will live in my heart forever.Denise Hill
November 30, 2009
THERE ARE NO WORDS THAT CAN FILL THE EMPTINESS IN THE FAMILY HEART BUT PERHAPS IT WILL HELP TO KNOW OTHERS CARE. FELICIA AND FAMILY .
Michelle Miller
November 30, 2009
My heart and prayers are with with you during your time of need.
November 30, 2009
Cherrie, Sandra and Wilnett
I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless and comfort you all in this time of sorrow.
Karen Harris and family
November 30, 2009
To Fruitcake's Family;
My condolences goes out to each and everyone one of you. Fruitcake was my dear, dear friend. Our friendship was one that I will hold deep in my heart until the day I leave this earth. We would go weeks without talking and when we did it was as if we had just talked the day before. I didn't have blood sisters here in Richmond, Fruitcake was my Fraternal Sister as well as my (Blood) Sister. We told each other things that could only be shared with a true sister friend. I know that you will miss her and so will I, but I know that she is in a better place, she told me over two weeks ago that she was ready whenever God was ready for her. Whenever you feel sad (as I know we will) just remember that Fruitcake lived her life to the fullest and enjoyed it all the way.
Merina Wells
November 30, 2009
Cherrie,
My condolences goes out to you and your family in your lost.
Theresa Lee & Family
Josephine Mickleberry Townsley
November 30, 2009
November 30, 2009
Dearest Family of my childhood friend Fruitcake. How sad it was to hear of her death last night? Everyone thought the other had told me she had died on Thanksgiving Day, so what a shock and surprise to hear my family speaking of her as if she were no longer with us here on earth. Well, after taking it all in, I thought, only Fruitcake would take this great day, Thanksgiving Day to say thanks God for giving me such a wonderful family and friends,a good life and the pleasure to serve you. I am sure she said thanks God for the bad health and the good health, for on the good days she truly knew how blessed she was.
We sang in the Baby Choir at Shiloh Baptist Church and I don't know if you children and grandchilden knew she was our best leading singer. I always wished I could sing like Fruitcake. She was a jewel she is a jewel in heaven now. Treasure her memories and know that God loves her best.
What a joy you are Fruitcake, Now sing for Jesus !!!!
Rest in peace,
You are missed,
Your Friend,
Phiney
November 30, 2009
Cherrie, Sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Love, Nancy Cannon and family.
Cindy Mayo
November 29, 2009
My sincere sympathy to each of you, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Fruitcake will be missed by many who's lives she touched in such a positive way.
May you find assurance in His word...
Strenght in His presence...
Comfort in His mercy...
Peace in His love...
A mother's love will always live in your heart. It will hurt, but remember he only takes the BEST!!!!!
Tijoy Daniel
November 28, 2009
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Treina Kelley
November 28, 2009
There is no bond greater than that between a mother and her children. Fruitcake was a loving mother and
grandmother to all her children and to those that were not her children.
She has gone from labor to reward, no more sickness, no more pain.
Weeping may endure for a night but Joy comes in the morning.
Peace and Blessing always.. Love from the hearts of my family to hearts of your family.
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