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David Branagh
Aug. 28, 1930 - Jan. 21, 2020
Loving brother, uncle, and friend.
David Branagh passed away on Tuesday, January 21, after a short illness.
David was a lifelong resident of Oakland, CA. After serving in the U.S. Navy for 4 years, he led a career working for the Oakland Public School District, where he was known as "Mr. B", before retiring at the age of 65. He also enjoyed catering parties and events, including volunteering to cook at the Port-O-Call Servicemen's Center at Neighborhood Church in Castro Valley as a way to share his love of cooking and support fellow Servicemen.
Among his many accomplishments in life, David was oroud to have been in attendance of the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II during his Naval service.
He is survived by his sister, Coline Halbert, and a large family of nieces and nephews.
Funeral service will be held on Monday, February 10th, 2020 at 10 a.m. at the Mountain View Cemetery, 5000 Piedmont Ave, Oakland.
(510) 658-2588.
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Sue Yascolt
February 12, 2020
I wish I had know sooner. I would have liked to attend the memorial to show my respects... Mr. B was custodian for all of the 7 years my daughter attended at Redwood Heights. After retirement, he was one of my coffee buddies at World Ground Cafe...
February 6, 2020
I dont know if I met Dave because we were all first name basis only. I always thought highly of the folks who made the Port go and the real love we exchanged .there. Al Stewart usnr 1961-64
Pat Stolz
February 3, 2020
I have never met Dave, but he was a true Christian friend of my Marine brother, Dave. They met in the 70's when Dave got to sample Dave's good cooking and have been close friends since.
Val Stocker
January 31, 2020
We are sorry to hear of Davids passing. Our family knew him back in the 60s. He made the world a better place. Val and Charlie Stocker, Joanne Reynolds.
Ann Okamura
January 31, 2020
Uncle Dave was always full of fun and laughter. I remember his Phantom of the Opera outfit for Tom and Jenny's birthday party. The bagpiper at one of his birthday celebrations was another example of his fun events. His love of family and food will be remembered always.
Gene Washington
January 30, 2020
I will miss Dave... We will meet again, brother!
Susan & John Bellig
January 30, 2020
Dave was so much fun! He really loved serving those young military guys who were so far from home. Only the Lord knows how many lives he touched for the Lord.
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