Daniel W. "Dino" Branch

I will be thinking of each of you. It has been a long time since we were at SES, but those friendships have meant a lot to me.

I would like to send my prayers out to the family of Coach Branch...that is how I knew him. He was my 4th grade gym teacher back in Smithfield Elementary school and people always thought we were kin because we have the same last name. He was a good man and I was shocked when I found out he had passed. Even though I am in college and 4th grade was years ago, you never forget a teacher who was good to you. I'll keep the family in my prayers.

Hi, Mr. Branch use to work with my mother and taught me physical education. He will be greatly missed in Smithfield and will always be remembered in our hearts. May God bless the family and give them comfort during this difficult time.

The Whites,
Frank, Lillie, Katrice, Kristie, and Morris

Mr. and Mrs Carter. My family and I would like ti offer you and your family our deepest sympathy and our prayers. Dino and I were friends from school and I've been out of the country for some years. I did not know Dino was ill. May the Lord guide his soul and watch over you and your family.

Brother Carter and Helen, please accept my sincere sympathy in the passing of your son and step-son. It is my prayer that God, family and friends will comfort you at this very difficult time. You remain in my prayers.
Charles Baugham

Devin, DeVan and the Branch Family, Dino and I were close friends at Virginia State Univeristy(College)..we shared good times during our college life..please know that he will be missed among the alumni and friends at VSU..stay strong and remember that God never gives us more than we can handle...

Cynthia Brown(VSU, Class of '72)

May the God of peace be with you and yours. The Clark Family extends their sympathy to the family. We knew Dino when we were living at 2811 Edgewood (the Canty's). He was a friend to all. I know that the God we serve will not put any more on you than you can bear. The Clark Famil.

Dear Nancy, DeVan, and Devin,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Dino was a special person who touched many lives when he taught and coached in Isle of Wight County. When he was at Smithfield Elementary School he had a collage of pictures on his wall in the PE office with track and basketball players on it. Guess what? DeVan baby picture was at the top.

I know this is a most difficult time for all of you, but think of the good times and that he rests in...

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.