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PAMELA MICHELLE SMITH BRANCH

PAMELA MICHELLE SMITH BRANCH obituary, Knoxville, TN

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PAMELA BRANCH Obituary

BRANCH, MRS. PAMELA MICHELLE SMITH - went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 21, 2014 at Baptist Memorial Hospital. She was an active member of Light of Christ Christian Church and Hope Presbyterian. Mrs. Branch graduated cum laude from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville; was a Registered Nurse at Baptist Memorial Hospital. She leaves to cherish her memory her beloved husband, Terence R. Branch; two sisters Secelia Smith, Jacqueline Smith; a brother, Lonnie Hawkins; a father-in-law, Theodore R. Branch; two brothers-in law Theodore G. Branch (Delrita), Thomas R. Branch (Tracey). Interment will be private and held at Martell Cemetery Lenoir City. Memorial services in Memphis will be on Thursday, May 29, 2014 at 5:30 pm with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. services prior at Hope Presbyterian Church, 8500 Walnut Grove, Cordova, TN 38018. Memorial services in Lenoir City, TN will be on Saturday, May 31, 2014 at 2:00 pm Riverview M.B. Church, 8000 Industrial Park Blvd, Lenoir City, TN 37771. Professional and personal care are entrusted to: Patton Funeral Home 265 Fair Street Cleveland, TN 37311. Brian Buckmon funeral director. 1-800-824-8283. www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel from May 29 to May 30, 2014.

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June 24, 2014

I just recently learned of you death, I will always have good memories of you working on 7 east at Ut hospital, like, Deb, Greg, Jada and Lisa said you will be missed. I will always remember teasing you about being "miss Lenoir City" and the time your church came to Bethel and you were in your church's choir.
I will be praying for you as you make the journey to your new home.

W. Frank Long

Tami Williams

June 23, 2014

Again, I am so saddened by this news. My prayers go out to Terrance and to the family.

Tami Williams

June 23, 2014

I am so saddened by this news. Pam was my head nurse for years at UT Medical Center. She was such a light and such a wonderful person. She was more than my charge nurse, she was my friend. She made such a wonderful difference in my life.

Susan (Blakney) Borden

June 17, 2014

I'm still in shock at this great loss. Pam was one of my best friends in high school. I deeply regret that the years and miles led to this precious friendship fading away. She always was an encourager and had a smile and kind word for everyone. A beautiful lady inside and out. I know she will be greatly missed by all who loved her. Praying for comfort and peace for all those she leaves behind.

Beth Webb Hartford

June 5, 2014

Prayers and condolences to Pam's family. I was in her class in high school. The world has lost a very bright star.

Staci Jackson

June 4, 2014

I'm sorry to hear of Pam's passing I worked with her at UTMCK ... And my dear sorority sister... Rest in peace.

Deborah Gourley

June 4, 2014

I work with Pam at UTMC and she was my Hero. I have always loved her and always will. I'm truly sadden that my friend is no longer with us. Saying her name always bring a smile to my face, she will be missed.

Chimezie George

June 4, 2014

RIP Ms. Pamela, l pray God to fill the space she had left in her family with peace and joy in Jesus name.

JEANE MCBRAYER

June 2, 2014

MAY GOD GIVE YOUR FAMILY PEACE WITH THIS GIANT LOSS. IT WAS A GREAT PLEASURE BEING A FRIEND IN NURSING AT UTMC IN KNOXVILLE.

Carole Roush

June 2, 2014

I am so sorry for you loss. I did not actually work with Pam, but we did have a class together and I loved her. She was so funny and refreshing. We are praying.

Rose Thompson

June 2, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Pam's passing. I knew her when she was a nurse at UT Medical Center. She was a leader and a friend.

Joy Westmoreland

June 1, 2014

I am so so sorry for your great loss. I have many fond and happy memories of Pam during our school days at Lenoir City High School. She was great friend! I pray that God will comfort you all as only He can.

Darryl Johnson

June 1, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

GREGORY BLAIR

June 1, 2014

PAM YOU WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED. EVERYONE THAT KNEW YOU COULDN,T HELP BUT LOVE YOU.I REALLY ENJOYED WORKING WITH YOU AT UTK. RIP. THE BLAIR FAMILY

Melinda Shipwash Black

June 1, 2014

so shocked to hear of her passing.....Jackie..I cannot imagine your family's grief...Remembering the troubled times under which we all met.... As I light this candle in her memory to honor the light she shone on this world.

Sandy Thompson Murdock

May 31, 2014

Pam was the first person I actually thought of a "classy lady"! She was a tough basketball player but always smiling. I'm so thankful to have known her and proud to have called her friend! May God surround her family and friends with comfort only He can give and encouragement from those around them.

Darian Bowers

May 31, 2014

Rest in peace Pam. You are such a sweet lady!

Teresa Cupp

May 31, 2014

Worked with Pam for years at UT hospital> I loved her.

Jimmy Campbell

May 31, 2014

Pam will surely be missed. Thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Jada Bates

May 31, 2014

So sorry. Pam was an excellent nurse, many Pam-isms are still practiced today because of her encouragement. Such a beautiful person.

Pat Ingram-Keeble

May 31, 2014

R.I.P. my sweet friend.

kathy Quillen

May 31, 2014

Fond memories of Pam. Keeping her sisters in my prayers.

UTK Homecoming 1992

Greg Richard

May 30, 2014

Homecoming at UTK fall 92

Greg Richard

May 30, 2014

I knew Pam from UTK. Very nice girl, shocked at finding out she has transitioned. May she rest in peace and God shine his eternal light on her soul.

Wanda Whitehead- sakalla

May 30, 2014

IM SO SORRY TO HEAR THIS NEWS!!! SHE WAS A WONDERFUL AND LOVING PERSON. I ENJOYED WORKING FOR HER AND BEING A FRIEND. SHE WAS ALWAYS WITH A SMILE. GOD NEEDED TO TAKE HER FROM THIS EARTH WHERE SHE WILL BE MISSED. I PRAY FOR HER FAMILY IN THE DAUS AHEAD THAT GOD WILL COMFORT THEIR HEART AND MIND. MAY SHE NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. MAY SHE REST IN PEACE NOW IN HER NEW LIFE. WANDA STEVENS WHITEHEAD SAKALLA.

Gene Rhodes

May 30, 2014

Terry, My heart goes out to you and your family. I hope you find comfort and peace with the Lord

May 30, 2014

RIP...M Humphrey

Willa-Joy Washington Smith-Bey

May 30, 2014

Dearest Family Member,
We were just informed of Pamela's passing. May the light of the Universal Creator be with you all during this time. She is a beautiful Spirit.
From the Chicago Chapter of the Branch-Gray Family

David & Yvonnca Landes

May 29, 2014

Prayers of peace and courage for the family. We offer our sincerest sympathy and condolences.

Chandra Fears

May 29, 2014

Scecilia, you and your family have my condolences.

Reggie Jenkins

May 29, 2014

May Pam's transition be a peaceful journey. Your family are in our hearts and prayers. Take care and be strong.
Reggie Jenkins and family….

May 29, 2014

Praying that God will bring you peace, during this time of sorrow.....

Marsha Nave

May 29, 2014

To one of the most beautiful women I have ever known. Also, a very devout christian lady, caring and was a good listener. Live you and you will be missed.

May 29, 2014

Terry,
We are praying for you. We are just a phone call away.
Respectfully,
Tim & Toneka Bunton

Mertis Johnson

May 29, 2014

I have lost a great friend who has gone on to be with the Lord. May God Bless and keep this family at such a sorrowful time. . . .

Anthony and LaToya Smith

May 29, 2014

Our condolences to the Smith and Branch families. May the Lord comfort you during this time.

Cynthia McCowan

May 29, 2014

Dear Jackie, you know my heart is broken for you. I love you.

May 29, 2014

keeping you and you family in prayer Pamela will forever be in our hearts

Hope Fine

May 29, 2014

So saddened by your great loss. Your family are in my prayers at this difficult time.

Sharon Hardy/Flemmings

May 29, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

May 29, 2014

My heart is still in disbelief of losing my cousin. I am praying for you Terry and the rest of the family during this difficult time. Lord give you strength. Love you, and let us know if we can do anything.

Brandi, Verles, Glenda Branch

Johnny Taylor, Jr.

May 29, 2014

My family prayers and thoughts are with you all everlastings!May God keep you and hold you thru this loss!

Robert Holloway

May 29, 2014

Such a beautiful woman inside and out.
Tis such a brief seperation and heart ache till you celebrate together once again.
God bless and comfort you and yours Jackie.
Bob Holloway

May 29, 2014

Robert E. Holloway

Vinson C. Johnson

May 29, 2014

Heart felt sympathy for you and your family Jackie. May God keep you strong as you already are to know that he has a greater plan for all of us.

Larry Murrell, Jr

May 28, 2014

We could not have imagined that such a wonderful person would have such a short time on earth. But we have to thank God for giving us the gift of Pam's touch on all the lives of those who knew her. Of course, because we know where her spirit dwells, we don't grieve for her, we grieve for ourselves. There is a void in our lives where she used to be. But her love will always be with us. Terry, I pray that as time prevails, you will allow God to fill the void with his enduring love and the loving memories to comfort you the rest of your days.

Charlette

May 28, 2014

Such a sweet spirit! Pam will be sorely missed. Praying for you Terry and all family members.

Joy Westmoreland

May 28, 2014

I am so so sorry for your loss. I have many fond and happy memories of Pam from our days at Lenoir City High School. She was a great friend. I pray that God will comfort you all during this extremely sad and difficult time.

jesse atkins

May 28, 2014

You guys have my prayers and condolances. I'm sorry for the lost of a love one. May God's peace be with you, his peace passes all understanding. I love you guys.

Ashley and Joe Griffith

May 28, 2014

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We love you.

May 28, 2014

My Friend, Mentor and Colleague. I still cannot believe that you are no longer with us. You will forever me missed. Heaven has received a beautiful Angel...RIP...My Condolences to the Smith and Branch Families.
Lisa Hill, Knoxville TN

May 28, 2014

My Friend, my Mentor and my Colleague, I remain at loss for words knowing that you are gone. You will forever be missed. Heaven as received a Beautiful Angel....RIP...

May 27, 2014

Our deepest sympathies and dearest condolences to the Smith and Branch families. Pam sang at our wedding in Memphis ten years ago with such a lovely and gracious voice. You are now one of the Lord's singing angels.

Valecia and Phil Winston
Laurel, Maryland

Frances Atkins

May 27, 2014

My heart is saddened. I will always remember you with that beautiful smile and voice the day you sang at my daughter Valecia Hunt-Winston's wedding November 2004. You will be missed. My prayers go out to the family.

James and Kate Gray

May 27, 2014

Pam was our "Dorcas-Tabitha" here on earth; always giving, always serving; always loving. Keeping you, Terry, and the rest of our family, all over, lifted up in prayer, knowing that God will give us the strength to endure and the peace to comfort our hearts.

May 27, 2014

My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. May God bless and keep you always.

Pamela(Wilson)Keene, Detroit, Mi.

Rick & Cynthia Melton

May 27, 2014

We are so very sorry for your loss! Pam was a beautiful person...

janet Craft

May 27, 2014

I never thought I wouldn't hear your laughter again.You will be greatly missed.Praying for your family during this time.God's geace and mercy will see them through.

Robbi Dailey-Williams

May 27, 2014

My prayers go out to you, Terry. May God bless Pam's soul.

Shango & Sherrie Cooke

May 27, 2014

We are praying for you and your family as you mourn the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort in God's unchanging hands for He will sustain you during this difficult time.

Gaëlle Delaquis

May 27, 2014

Terry, James, Julian -- thinking of you during this very difficult time in your lives... My sincere sympathies to you and Pam's other family members, friends and community. May her memories and time with you bring you a little bit of comfort. You, and Pam are in your Haitian family's prayers.

Bryant & Tarvis Pace

May 27, 2014

Our condolences to the Smith and Branch families. Pam was a jewel to many. She will be greatly missed.

May 27, 2014

My heartfelt sympathy to your family. I am sorry for your loss. Look to God for comfort during this time. He is the "Hearer of prayer".(Psalms 65:2)
L.Jones Memphis TN

Heather Winston

May 27, 2014

Oh how our family will never be the same without your precious smile and vivacious laughter. I miss you so much already!!! I love you, Heather

Glenn Conway

May 27, 2014

May god hold you in the palm of his hand. With sincere condolences; you will be in our prayers.

Cheryl Braxton-Taylor

May 27, 2014

"Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow"

Rev. 21:4

May 27, 2014

Sorry for your loss. What a comfort it is to know that all suffering (sickness and death) will soon come to an end. May you continue to receive loving support from family and friends.

Stanley Blair

May 27, 2014

With deepest sympathy. May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Stanley And Harriel Blair

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