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Paul Braman Obituary
Paul was born in Midland, on Dec. 4, 1961, the son of Frederick and Barbara (Bailey) Braman. He was a resident of Flint for 6 1/2 years. He was a member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. He married LaLita Threet on Nov. 12, 1996. Paul graduated from Midland High School in 1980 and attended Western Michigan on a football scholarship, graduating with his bachelor's degree in 1985. Paul went on to own his own business in Flint, but his greatest joy in life came from his family. He adored his wife and two daughters, whom he spent all of his free time with.
Surviving are his wife, LaLita; two children, Lyndsey and Laynie; three brothers, Fred (Kirsten) Braman of New Jersey, Mark (Jennie) Braman of Colorado and Dave Braman of Kalamazoo; two sisters, Mary Kay (Jim) Manwill of Oregon, and Lisa (Louis) Vastardis of Virginia; 15 nieces and nephews that Paul loved dearly; mother and father-in-law, Ann and Richard Snyder of Flushing; two brothers-in-law, Billie Threet Jr. of Flint, and Jeff (Pam) Threet of Burton; father-in-law, Billie Threet Sr. (Debbie) of Clio. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Ann Braman.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11a.m. Saturday, July 22, 2006, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 1227 East Bristol Road in Burton, Father Paul Cummings officiating, with burial in New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the family.
Visitation will be held today from 5 to 8 and 12 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint. A vigil service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, July 21, 2006, at the funeral home. Paul will be at the church from 10 a.m. Saturday until the time of the Mass.
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for Paul Braman
Jim & Karen Iser
July 28, 2006
Dearest Lita, We are saddened by your loss. Paul was a wonderful man, husband, father and friend. He is going to be missed and remembered by us all. We have been customers of Paul for over 4 years and we considered him our friend. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your girls.
S Dean
July 26, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss.
To the Braman family back home (Midland) We are very sorry for yet another loss in your family.
May God be with you all.
The Dean Family
Pam Cahill
July 26, 2006
Lita - This is such sad news. Paul always had a smile and a positive perspective to offer to everyone. He was a good person and I'll always remember the years working with him (and you). We worked hard, played hard, and enjoyed life. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your girls.
Cara Coggins
July 23, 2006
Lalita and girls, When God unfolds the rose he always gets it right and you had a rose in Paul. May you draw strength from the Lord.
Lyn Terwilliger
July 23, 2006
Lita: I only actually met you one time, although feel like I know you; we have a mutual friend in Kim and I have heard of the many good times your families have shared. I am truly at a loss for words! I just wanted to extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family!
Andrea Borrow
July 22, 2006
Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Scott & Amy Keys
July 22, 2006
Lita,
You've all made us feel like family. We are truely sad for your loss. Our hearts go out to you and the girls.
Sue Vereecke (Driscoll)
July 21, 2006
Lita- it has been a long time since we have talked, but I was deeply saddened to hear about Paul. Please know that you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers!
Sincerely- Sue Vereecke (Driscoll)
Bobbie, Gretchen & Eric Norling
July 21, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We so wish we could be there. Please know we are thinking of you and send you all our love.
Sharon (Mills) Donnelly
July 21, 2006
Many years have passed since I last saw Paul, but I knew the family well and Paul was such a great guy. I am so saddened to learn of his passing at such a young age. My condolences to his and his wife's family and to the Braman clan.
Marlene Tucker
July 21, 2006
I am so saddened by Paul's passing. My heartfelt sympathy to you, LaLita, and your little girls. I knew Paul as a boy and a young man. He was a fine person. He will be sorely missed. To all the Bramans I send my love and respect for the strength and support you give each other. You are models for us all and you do your parents proud. With love,
john holyszko
July 21, 2006
I worked with Paul during our college days at the golf course in Midland. He always made the job fun and enjoyable and was a great friend my condolences to you and your children. God Bless You All
Jill Maxwell
July 21, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Harry Cripps
July 21, 2006
Lita I wish I could offer some words which would make the pain go away. I don't know of any. God bless you and your entire family during this very difficult time.
Harry and Kathy Cripps
Marge (Rolka ) Hetherson
July 21, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and strength in God's love. My deepest sympathy to you, your daughters and family. You are in my prayers at this most difficult time.
Diane Gough
July 21, 2006
Lita, MAY THE WIND ALWYAS BE AT YOUR BACK, AND MAY THE ROAD RISE CLEAR BEFORE YOU, AND MAY GOD FOREVER HOLD YOU AND YOUR GIRLS IN THE HOLLOW OF HIS HAND...I WILL SAY THIS PRAYER EVERY DAY FOR YOU
Diane Gough
July 21, 2006
Lita, I am so much at a loss for words, you are a beautiful person and you really have touched my life at General Motors. I am there for you whenever you will need it, Love Diane
Chris Garcia
July 20, 2006
My deepest sympothy for you and the family. You don't no me. But I work a couple of doors down from premier rental. 3210 (haynesdental). A coworker of mine was there to help. Myself and our entire staff is sorry for your loss.
Joe Black
July 20, 2006
I am very sorry for your loss.
Mike and Jen Bowen
July 20, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
James Kroll
July 20, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
kris st.onge
July 20, 2006
Our deepest prayers and sympathy
go to your whole family. You are all
always in our hearts.
Love Bill Kris and
Sara St.Onge
Pat Walsh
July 20, 2006
Lita,
I am very saddened to hear of Paul's passing. I know we haven't spoken in years but please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have spoken with numerous people from Rent A Center, and they have expressed the same.
Betsy Loose
July 20, 2006
Mary Kay and Dave, you and your family are in our prayers. We are so sorry for your loss. If there is anything at all that we can do please let us know. With warm thoughts. Betsy Puckett Loose
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