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Thomas Miller Braun Jr., 65, of Washington, died Thursday, May 31, 2018, in Donnell House, Washington.
He was born January 12, 1953, in Pittsburgh, a son of Thomas Miller Braun, M.D., and Muriel Ferguson Braun.
Mr. Braun was a 1970 graduate of Bentworth High School.
He worked as an optician for Three Rivers Optical.
Mr. Braun enjoyed spending time with his family and the outdoors, especially fishing and golfing. He also enjoyed bowling and Pittsburgh sports teams. He was a train enthusiast.
Surviving are his sons, Eric Thomas Braun (Danyel) of Brave, Jeremy James Braun (Shannon) of Aliquippa and Brian Jeffrey Braun (Katie) of Mars; grandchildren Ryan Thomas Braun, Meghan Ashlee Braun, Evan Braun, Ava Grabowski and Caleb Grabowski; siblings Phyllis Malarbi (Rocco) of Scenery Hill, Linda Pajak (Andrew) of Niantic, Conn., Nancy Oliver (David) of Washington, Sally Skerbetz (Robert) of West Richland, Wash., James Braun of Washington, Dorris Fonner of Ellsworth and Susan Hollowood of California; and several nieces and nephews.
There will be no visitation and private services are in the care of Thompson-Marodi Funeral Home, 809 Main Street, Bentleyville, 724-239-2255.
Memorial contributions may be made to Concordia Hospice of Washington, Donnell House, 10 Leet Street, Washington, PA 15301.
To leave a condolence message, visit www.thompson-marodi.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Dan and Darla Weaver
June 8, 2018
Our sympathies for the family. Rest in peace
Tony Laird
June 4, 2018
My deepest sympathy to Tom's family and close friends. Had the pleasure to bowl with him for many years. And he was usually on my team. He was a true gentleman and one of the nicest and funniest guys I've ever met. He will be truly and sadly missed.
Denise Gallucci
June 4, 2018
Sympathy to his family and the many people who loved him.
Rick Duvall
June 4, 2018
My condolences. Rest in peace Tommy.
Patty Ross-Weinzen
June 4, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. I spent most of my school years at the Braun house and have many fond memories of Tommy. May your memories bring you peace and comfort
Deepest sympathies
Patty Ross
Roy Lane
June 3, 2018
Sorry to hear about your loss I remember Tom went to school with my brother Dennis. To the family my condolences and to you Dave and Nancy
Lori Dziak
June 3, 2018
My deepest sympathies to the family, may he rest in peace.
Chris Preisendorfer
June 3, 2018
RIP Tom. To your family, my deepest sympathy and condolences.
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