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Keith Branch Obituary
Through the faithful discipleship of Frank Barker, Craig came to know and love Jesus. After that his personal ministry spanned over forty-five years, starting with sharing Jesus on the tennis courts to founding the singles ministry at Briarwood Presbyterian Church. The son of a lawyer, Craig loved to search for and defend truth. He was quickly drawn to apologetics, a discipline of sharing and defending Christian beliefs amidst other religions, cults, worldviews, and cultural currents. He became the Director of the Birmingham chapter of Watchman Fellowship. Later, he founded the Apologetics Resource Center. He diligently mentored, taught, and served so many throughout the United States and overseas.
Anyone who knew Craig quickly learned that his driving motivation was to tell others about Jesus. He was a faithful husband to his wife Mary, who lovingly supported him and co-labored in ministry for over 40 years. He was a loving father to Kimberly, Chip, Catherine and John Mark, and a loving grandfather to Caleb, Emily, Hannah, Jack, Rylee and Nova. Even as dementia slowly took over his final days, his heart was set on telling others the Good News of Jesus Christ.
The family would like to express their deep appreciation for the love and care shown by The Orchard at Athens and Family Hospice.
On Monday, November 13th at 1:30pm a Memorial Service celebrating the life of Craig Branch will be held at Oak Mountain Presbyterian Church.
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Bev Baker
November 2, 2024
This photo shows Craig, James Randall and me Bev Baker taken on our first day as roommates at Fork Union Military Academy in September of 1963. We both had just turned 16. I hope this photo finds you.
Horner Baker (Bev)
November 2, 2024
Horner B Baker (Bev)
July 13, 2024
So sorry to hear of Craig´s passing. We shared the same birthday and birth year. We also shared our 16 birthday together as we were roommates for a year at Fork Union Military Academy in Louisa Va. Sadly after our year together we lost contact. It was a great year and we did a lot of growing up together. Please accept my condolences to your family for the devastating loss of a great person.
H.B. Baker
Va Beach, Va.
Bill Beacham
November 19, 2023
Craig had a great impact on my life in the singles program at Briarwood. Our blessing to sweet Mary . Bill and Rhonda Beacham
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Neighbor
November 17, 2023
I would like to offer my deepest sympathy for the Branch family. Sorry for your loss. May the memories shared fill your hearts with joy during this difficult times.
Jimmy hodges
November 14, 2023
Mary. As you know, Craig impacted me more than any person in my early stages of life in Christ. He was simply extraordinarily gifted at caring, teaching, leading. Upon this, his home going, I remember his legacy--he loved our Lord, his family, his friends, his church, his ministry, with superb care. May you and the children be comforted by his life...and his heavenly home. ( I was headed to the Memorial service when my car's alternator went out...on the interstate. So, I missed you and the service. ). Deep thoughts of comfort to you. Blessings, Jimmy Hodges
Lynn Cobb Johns
November 11, 2023
Mary, I have such fond memories of Craig He was instrumental in developing my tennis game from a young age. I remember when he became a Christian! I know he will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids.
Frank Roman
November 9, 2023
Craig was a good friend to me. We spent over 25 years playing tennis together and discussing life. May the Lord comfort Mary and his family and fill the void Craig leaves behind. May the Lord Bless you and keep you Mary and children. I am truly sorry for your loss.
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