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Elgie Braswell, 89, passed away on September 1, 2025, in Derby, KS.
Elgie is survived by his children, Lela (Keith) Albright of Mulvane, KS; Peggy Marrs of Mulvane, KS; Arlene (Kenneth) Thomas of Derby, KS; son-in-law, Kerry Gibson of Derby, KS; and sister, Louise Grindstaff of Minthill, NC; nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, with one on the way, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Elgie was preceded in death by his wife, Arlene Braswell; son, Clyde Braswell and daughter, Rhonda Gibson; parents, Joseph and Lela Braswell of North Carolina; siblings, Evelyn Moss of North Carolina, Jack Braswell of North Carolina, and Henry Braswell of North Carolina.
The service for Elgie Braswell will be held on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Smith Family Mortuaries 1415 N. Rock Rd. Derby, KS 67037
Visitation: Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM at Smith Family Mortuaries 1415 N. Rock RD, Derby, KS 67037
Burial: Mulvane Cemetery
Memorial donations can be made in Elgie's name to the COPD Foundation.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
1415 N. Rock Rd., Derby, KS 67037
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