James Earl Brannon

James Earl Brannon obituary

James Earl Brannon

James Brannon Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Living Waters Funeral Home & Crematory - Lyman from Nov. 15 to Nov. 16, 2025.

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Duncan – James Earl Brannon, 71, of Duncan, passed away Wednesday, November 12, 2025. He was the loving husband of Mary Tucker Brannon and the son of the late Charlie and Mary Smith Brannon.

Mr. Brannon worked in construction before retirement and was a member of First Freewill Baptist Church. He loved spending time with family and friends.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Deborah Whitesides (Benjie), Terri Hutchins (Kenny), Angie Anderson (Kevin), and Pamela Baker (Dannie); eight grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.

Visitation will be 11:00AM-12:00 noon, Monday, November 17, 2025 at Living Waters Funeral Home & Crematory with the service beginning at 12:00 PM. Interment will be at Shiloh Memorial Church Cemetery, 4040 New Cut Road, Inman, SC 29349.

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