David F. BRAYTON

Mr. Brayton was our conductor at Central Junior HS in Weymouth. We played the classics and paradise music. As a reward he let us choose our favorites: the theme to Hogan's Heroes, Chicago's 25 or 6 to 4 and other popular music. We actually went to other scenes to perform! He was a great band leader and gave us a grin and a "tone it down" when we tried to out play our choir!!

Mr. Brayton taught band and private/group lessons in the Holbrook (MA) public schools from the late 50s to early 60s. He switched me from trumpet to tuba and is therefore responsible for the career I pursued. (His successor, Frank Buckley also deserves a more-than-honourable mention.) I was lucky enough to eventually be a member of 3 full-time symphony orchestras (Buffalo, Montreal and Vancouver, BC) over a 42 year career, resulting in a happy retirement since 2011. He was a fantastic...

To David Brayton´s impressive obituary a word could be added about his kindness and empathy. When Marion Hawkins was dying, a few of her friends were there to say goodbye, including Dave. He came over and sat by her bed and sang to her and although Marian was past being able to speak, we knew they were talking to each other. Fan Leonard

I was lucky enough to see Dave last year at a family get together for his great grandson... cool cat i must say..

David was a second Father to me. He was loving and kind and treated me like one of his own. Thank you for all you have done for me. May you rest in the sweetest of peace. Love you, Ellie O´Neil xoxo

Thank you for your service to our country, and your community Sir. Job well done and now it is time to Rest In Peace. May God Bless you. ~ Salute ~ VFW Post 1012 Medford, MA.

Requiescat in pace amica meus! Ave at que vale!

Thank you for your military service to our nation. May you rest in peace.