1925
2014
Charles F. Brauning
ZANESVILLE: Charles Frederick Brauning, 89, of Zanesville, died at 7:21 A.M. on Tuesday, March 4, 2014, at Emeritus at North Hills. He was born February 26, 1925, in Zanesville, a son of the late Arthur and Lulu Mae Sanders Brauning. He retired after 38 years of service in the Machine Shop at Armco Steel, and was a World War II United States Army Veteran. Charles was a member of the Christian Fellowship of Nashport, and volunteered for several years at Genesis Hospice-Morrison House.
Surviving are two sons, Dean (Pam) Brauning of Dresden and Gary Brauning of Zanesville; a daughter Susan (Joe) Shotts of Dresden; three grandchildren, Brad Keefe, Holly (Scott) Wolford, and Chad Brauning; four great grandchildren; three sisters, Betty Still of Zanesville, Janet (E.J.) Goodman of Maumelle, AK, and Nancy (Charles) Coble of Brownsville.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Wilma P. Brandom Brauning, who died February 6, 2014; two brothers, Carl and Bill Brauning; and a sister Kathryn Johnson.
Friends and family may call from 6:00-8:00 P.M. on Thursday, March 6, 2014, at the BOLIN-DIERKES FUNERAL HOME, 1271 BLUE AVENUE, ZANESVILLE, where funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, March 7, 2014, with Pastor Joe DiVincenzo and Mr. Bruce Gebhart officiating. A private family burial will be held at Williams Cemetery, Zanesville, with full military honors being presented by the United States Army in conjunction with VFW George Selsam Post 1058.
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How difficult it must be to lose both of your parents so close together. My thoughts are with you.
March 18, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Your father's smile and kindness will always be remembered.
The Tunis family
March 10, 2014
Dean, Gary, Susan and family: I am so very sorry for your loss of Charles he was such a joy to be around. It was my pleasure to have helped with his care he was always so happy and I will miss him. Prayers to all of you.
Robin Wheeler
March 7, 2014
Dean and family, So very sorry for your loss. We pray that God will draw you near during this time. Mark & Bev Catlett
March 6, 2014
Dean and family, Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this time. Sorry I didn't make it to the viewing but I just found out. Prayers for all. Ted Zakany Sr.
March 6, 2014
Dean, prayers of comfort and hope sending your way... Dianna and Geof Kimpel
March 6, 2014
Susie, my first thought when seeing that your dad had passed, was that he waited to see your mom off. Once he knew she was safe with Jesus, he made his exit to join her. Your parents left a legacy of love and serving Jesus, great will be their reward. Love & Prayers, Tami
Tami Ashcraft
March 6, 2014
To Susan and family, I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time .
Marla Rucker/Hartley
March 6, 2014
Your parents were so kind and they are at peace now. God Bless
Paula Barnett
March 6, 2014
Dean & Pam, So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. May your memories lift you in the days ahead.
DARYL & LINDA YODER
March 5, 2014
So sorry for your loss. I know Charles meant the world to Brad. Thank you for your service to our country.
Leah Ntuala
March 5, 2014
Dean,Gary and Susie,
Cathy and I send our love and prayers to your family. Charles and Wilma were two of the finest people we've ever know great neighbors for 15 years and great Christian examples our entire adult lives. We will miss them but we know they are in heaven and we will see them soon.
Mike and Cathy Hittle
Michael Hittle
March 5, 2014
So sorry for your loss. Charles was a great man. I volunteered with him at Genesis Hospice - Morrison House. We did bereavement together and he helped everyone get thru their loss. I will never forget this fantastic man I volunteered with. God Bless you and yours.
Joe Walter
March 5, 2014
To Dean,Gary,and Susan sorry to hear of the loss of your Father. Your Parents and my Mother who passed away February 9,2014 are in a better place. God Bless.
Randy and Joyce Lincicome
March 5, 2014
Dear Dean and Family so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jerry and Brenda Baughman
Jerry and Brenda Bsughman
March 5, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. God Bless.
P.J. & Darla Longstreth
March 5, 2014
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