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BRANCH Geoffrey Lloyd Branch, 20, of Richmond, departed this life on December 20, 2006. He leaves to cherish his loving memory, his parents, Cheryl K. Hall (Michael) and George Branch Jr.; two brothers, Paul and Christopher Branch; maternal grandparents, James and Mattie Kidd; paternal grandparents, George and Myrna Branch; a devoted friend, Tranette Barnhart; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Remains rest at March Funeral Home, 2110 E. Laburnum, where viewing will be held on Friday, December 22, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. and where family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 23, 2006 at 11 a.m. in the March Funeral Home Chapel, Father David Stokes officiating. Interment Appomattox Cemetery, Hopewell, Va. 0000129573-01-1.jpg

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Dec. 21, 2006.

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TRANETTE BARNHART

December 2, 2007

GEOFF I JUST WANT U TO KNOW THAT I MISS U SO MUCH I THANK ABOUT U EVERYDAY WISHING THAT U WERE HERE WIT ME SO IT COULD BE LIKE OLD TIMES MANE I WISH GOD HAD NEVER TAKIN U FROM ME WE WOULD STILL BE TOGETHER WELL ILOVE YOU BOO AND ALWAYS WILL LOVE U,LOVE U,LOVE U,LOVE U,LOVE U,LOVE U,LOVE U,LOVE U,LOVE U,ALWAYS

DAD

September 2, 2007

HI GEOFFREY. I JUST WANTED TO SAY THAT I LOVE U AND THAT I MISS U, VERY MUCH. I WANTED TO THANK YOU FOR LOOKING OUT FOR ME. I FEEL VERY SAFE WITH GOD & U AROUND. U ARE ALWAYS ON MY MIND & IN MY EVERYDAY THOUGHTS. YOUR LIGHT SHINES IN MY HEART ALWAYS. U ARE THE SHINING STAR THAT GLOWS FOR ME ALWAYS. LOVE U SON, AND ALWAYS MAKE GOD PROUD, K? PEACE....DAD

chris branch

August 31, 2007

yo geoffery. it's been hell tryin live life without u here. i just always thought u were gonna b here. i always feel lonely now dat ur gone. no one 2 tell me when da new jordans comin out. no one to call me at 5 in da mornin 2 come pick dem up from work. lol. i really do miss u and i wish i could just c u 4 just 1 more minute 2 give u da biggest hug and tell u i love u. i still feel so guilty 4 lettin u leave wit my car dat night. im sorry.

TRANETTE BARNHART

August 31, 2007

GEOFF WORDS CANT EXPLAIN HOW MUCH I MISS U!I THANK ABOUT U EVERYDAY AND ALL DAY WISHIN DAT U WERE HERE WIT ME.I KNOW THEY SAY GOD HAS A PLAN FOR EVERYONE AND YOU ARE NOT SUPPOSE TO ASK WHY BUT I WANNA KNOW WHY DID HE HAVE TO TAKE U SO EARLY U WAS ABOUT TO TURN TWENTY ONE AND EVERYONE KONW DATS ALL U TALK ABOUT.ITS SO HARD NOT HAVEING U AROUND TO MAKE ME LAUGH AND SMILE.WE WERE LIKE PEANUTBUTTER AND JELLY WHERE EVERY U WAS I WAS. WE NEVER WENT A DAY WITHOUT SEEING EACH OTHER FOR THREE YEARS.U KNOW THEY ALSO SAY THAT GOD PUT PEOPLE IN YOUR LIFE FOR A REASON AND I THANK GOD PUT U IN MY LIFE FOR THOSE THREE YEARS SO U COULD MAKE MY LIFE SO MUCH HAPPIER U TOUGH MY HOW TO LIVE LIFE AND HOW TO HAVE FUN WHENEVER I NEEDED U ,U WAS ALWAYS THERE AND I NEVER GOT TO TELL U BUT THANK YOU FOR EVERY THING U DID U MADE ME A BETTER PERSON CUZ WHEN U MET ME I WAS YOUNG AND I KNOW IT WAS A LITTLE ROUGH BUT AT DA END I BECOME A YOUNG LADY SO THANK U AGAIN PLEASE KEEP LOOKIN OVER ME LOVE U SO MUCH NETTE. P.S REST IN PEACE

DAD

June 22, 2007

Dear Geoffrey, I miss you my man. It was hard to not see you on Father's Day, but I know that you are safe with your Bigg_Daddy, I miss you so much, and now my Birthday is coming and I miss you more. You were the best gift that any guy could have had, so stay strong son, and make GOD proud, OK. I miss you very.....very much Son. With All my Love DAD.

TRANETTE BARNHART

March 24, 2007

DEAR GEOFF THE THREE YEARS WE SPEND TOGETHER WAS DA BEST YEARS OF MY LIFE.NOW DA YOU GONE I DONT KNOW WHAT 2 DO I MISS U SO MUCH.I WISH THERE WAS SOMETHING I COULD DO 2 BRING U BACK SO DA U COULD BE WIHT ME AND YO FAMILY.I JUST WANNA SEE YO SMILE AND YO CUTE DIPPLES...REMEBER WHEN I TRIED TO PUT WATER IN THEM!TEAR SAID SHE LOVE YOU AND MISS U WELL I LOVE U SEE U SOON LOVE U,LOVE U,LOVE U,LOVE U,LOVE U,LOVE U

Dad

March 2, 2007

Happy Belated Birthday to a beautiful young man, my son Geoffrey, I miss you man, but I know that you are with me. I Love U, buddy. Dad

Michael Hall

February 12, 2007

Special memory goes out as your
twenty first birthday approaches.

DAD

January 23, 2007

Geoffrey. I saw you grow into a fine young man, and I was so proud of you. You survived a lot of negatives in you years, but you can be sure that you grew into a fine, positive, young man. I miss you telling me you "love me", and our special way that we communicated with each other. When I looked at you I saw me, an exact image of myself. That is why I miss you so. An enormous part of me went to heaven, when the Father took you home. Now you are my "Guardian Angel", and I know that I am safe with you, watching over me, for the Father. I miss you SON, and I LOVE you..........so much. DAD

Geoffrey Lloyd Branch

January 19, 2007

Geoffrey and his brothers, Paul & Chris

January 17, 2007

CATHY MINOR

January 16, 2007

Dear Geoff,
I'm going to miss you. I'm going to miss seeing your dimples, your smile, hearing you say Aunt Kaki, or getting a kiss from you. You loved life and lived it to the fullest. You became an industrious young man. A good man. You have told us that you are ok by sending us a penny from heaven. I will see you again
I love you
Aunt Cathy

Deborah Taylor

January 9, 2007

Geoffrey, I love you as if, you were my son, I miss your laughter, and your smile and your voice, and those dimples. I miss you Geoffrey, very, very.....much. LOVE U Geoff!!

George Branch Jr.

January 6, 2007

Geoffrey, I miss you, very much..........Dad.

Rhonda Thomas

December 31, 2006

To the Branch Family,
I was sorry to hear about Geoffrey's tragic death. I was fortunate enough to know him through Paul's eyes. I will always remember his smile and kind spirit. Though his death may have seem premature, the lesson of his life will come to you as the years go by. I will pray for your family. Paul, thank you for allowing me to be with your family during this time of grieving.

Rhonda Thomas

Keyana Morris

December 28, 2006

Ms. Cheryl & Chris
My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Ralph & Dawn Wright - A Member of Your Wyeth Family

December 26, 2006

George and Family,

When you reach adulthood you realize you will probably bury your parents and there is a good chance you may outlive your spouse. However, there can be no greater pain than that of a child dying.

Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Be assured, Geoffrey, is in a much better place and you WILL SEE HIM AGAIN.

Seek and give comfort to Paul and Chris and cherish your memories of Geoffrey.

In God's grace all things are possible.

Gregory/Herman Cloud/Carter

December 26, 2006

George Branch and Family,
May God Bless and watch over. May Love and Peace guide you though this time now and in the future. Our prayers are with you.

Robin Wilkinson

December 26, 2006

Professor Hall & Cheryl, I was saddened to learn of your loss. Please know you are in my prayers as you face this tough time. God be with you. Robin Wilkinson/Stratyer University

Donna Branch-Harris

December 26, 2006

To my Loving Nephew,
Your smile will continue to shine in our hearts. It will be a remembrance of you and your love. Your smile will help all of us to heal and reflect. You will always be my "Gentle Giant".
I Love You Always,
Your Aunt Dee Jay

To my family, take time to grieve and heal. Geoffrey is all around us. He is that slight breeze which cools our faces, that ray of sunshine that breaks through on a cloudy day, and the rainbow that seems to appear after a storm. Yes, he is all around us.

Shayna Jones

December 25, 2006

To the Branch Family,
Jeff and I were childhood buddies. He will be greatly missed.My heart and prayers goes out to you all in your time of need. God will get you through your troubling times.
He will take good care of Jeff.
Love always,
Shayna Jones.

O OJO

December 25, 2006

MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU CHERYL AND FAMILY,GOD WILL SURELY SEE YOU THROUGH THIS DIFFICULT TIME.

Paul, Chris, Mom, & Geoffrey

December 24, 2006

Monhnae Harris

December 24, 2006

To the Branch Family,
I knew Geoffrey but for a short time yet even in the midst of that, I knew him to be a wonderful young man. I am sorry for your loss. Family, you will be in my thoughts and prayers. God watch over and comfort you.

Sue Heffron

December 24, 2006

Cheryl,
I am so sorry for your tragic loss. You and your entire family are in my thoughts.
Love, Sue

Michelle Day-Lilly

December 23, 2006

Cheryl I am so sorry for your loss.You will stay in my prayers. May God, friends, & family comfort you during this tragic time of loss & grief.

Lamont Knight

December 23, 2006

There are no words to express my sadness for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers! Geoffrey was a great kid, affectionately known as Gurt he will be missed. My heart goes out to you and yours. From the brook rd Walmart. We'll miss you Geoffrey..

December 23, 2006

Cheryl,
I am so very sorry to hear about the death of your son.

There is no greater tragedy for any parent, than the loss of a child and I can only imagine the pain you are enduring.

I know that there is no place that you can go that your grief does not follow you; no words that I can write that will ease your suffering.

Try to find some comfort in the memories of the good times that you shared together and the knowledge that time will soften your grief.

Remember that you have many friends that love and care for you and that will keep you in their prayers.

Take care of yourself. Give yourself time to grieve. Don’t let your heart be overcome with anger and despair. And remember that God also knows the grief of losing a Son and even now He is holding you in the palm of His hand.

You are in my thoughts and prayers

Vonne

Colden, Katina and Eliana Curry

December 23, 2006

Dear George and Family: We would like to extend our deepest sympathy. Colden and I consider you family and pray that you are comforted by the love of Christ. If you need anything please don't hesitate to ask. We love you and our prayers are with you.

Paul Clay

December 23, 2006

Dear cousin Cheryl,
I am so sorry to hear about your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this hard time.
I love you all and take care....
your cousin Paul

George Branch Jr.

December 23, 2006

To you my prescious Son, Thank you for so many years, of love, and joy. You are a shining star, that will never dim, in my heart ever. I Love you my Son, but now you get to experirence the greatest love of all, and that is God's Love. I Love you and miss you very......much. Dad.

ARLENE TRENT-BROOKS

December 23, 2006

TO THE FAMILY OF GEOFFREY BRANCH.I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS.HE WAS SO YOUNG.2 OF MY CHILDREN KNEW HIM.MAY GOD BE WITH YOU.STAY STRONG.MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.BE BLESS.

Nick and Lora Smith

December 22, 2006

Dear George and Family,
We are so sorry to learn of your son Geoffrey's passing. We pray that God will help you get through this difficult time. Treasure the memories.

Robin Bandino

December 22, 2006

Cheryl and family, please know that you are in our hearts and our prayers. Please know we are here for you and your family during this difficult time.

Colby Banks

December 22, 2006

Branch Family. I am sorry to hear about Geoffrey's untimely death. He was a good friend to me during elementary school and could always make me laugh. Take comfort in knowing that he is in a better place.

J. Mark Potts

December 22, 2006

George & family,

Please accept my deepest sympathies in the loss of Geoffrey, and know that my thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time.

Dan Daly

December 22, 2006

Dear Cheryl,
I was so sorry to hear of the death of your son, Geoffrey.Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May the loving arms of God hold you very close during this most difficult time.

Larry and Deborah Delane

December 22, 2006

Dear Cheryl and Family,

Hold on the God's unchanging hand. Let Him comfort you during this time and always. We love you and our prayers are forever with you and the family.

Dawna Walker

December 22, 2006

To Paul and family:

May God send you comfort during your time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Dawna & Jason "Tank" Walker

Patrice and Phillip Miller

December 22, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Vickie Bell

December 22, 2006

George and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please know that your Wyeth family is here for you.

William & Elaine Thomas

December 22, 2006

Trust in the Lord during this time and He will give you the strength to sustain. May God bless you and your family!

Catherine Swann

December 22, 2006

Dear George & family:
My thoughts & prayers are with you.
May you be filled with wonderful memories of times together.

Geoff with some of his cousins

December 22, 2006

Geoff with his mother and brothers

December 22, 2006

Geoff (can't tell him he's not handsome)

December 22, 2006

Michael Greene

December 22, 2006

Geoffrey was a good man and a good friend. I will miss him and I'm sure everybody else will. I send my condolences out to his family and everyone who knew him. ~SF~

Kathy and Jim Dunn

December 21, 2006

Dear Cheryl:
Our heart goes out to you and your family. There are no words that can explain your loss-just know that we are here for you.
Again, our deepest sympathy.

Emily Duncan

December 21, 2006

Cheryl, My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. God bless you and your family and you are in my prayers.

Raymond Santos

December 21, 2006

George and Family,
The Santos Family wish to express our deepest sympathy in your loss of a dear loved one .

Liz and Scott Willis

December 21, 2006

cheryl and fmily. We are so sorry for the loss of your son. Our family was blessed to have known Geoffrey while at Maude Trevett and Brookland Middle school. Our prayers are with you .

December 21, 2006

Cheryl and Family,

May God be with you during your time of sorrow. My love and support is alway's near.


Love,
Michelle, Tyrell, Kiauhna Kelly-Wadley

Floyd Tesmer

December 21, 2006

Do not stand by my grave and weep
I am not there I do not sleep
I am in the swift uplifting rush
of circling birds in morning flight,
I am the soft star shine at night.

I am the sparkle on fresh fallen snow, I am the warm sunset glow.
I am in the waves of grain, the smell of autumn fresh fallen rain.

Do not stand by my grave and cry
I am not there I did not die.

Heart felt condolence, Dr. & Mrs. Floyd Tesmer

Michael Kidd

December 21, 2006

I love you Geoffrey

Uncle Mike

Wanda Watson

December 21, 2006

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Kim Arthur

December 21, 2006

Cheryl,
Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Carol Williams

December 21, 2006

Please accept my heartfelt condolence for your loss. Please know that your family will be in my prayers.

John L. Nicholson Jr. (Wyeth Pharmaceuticals)

December 21, 2006

To George & The Branch Family
My Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your Family. I pray that the light of God's Love warms you and bring you Peace, and may God's strength be with you and your Family in this time of sorrow.

Rene', Jarrelle & Ryan Peterson

December 21, 2006

Heaven Father, you sacrificed your Son so that we and our children would transcend physical death. We know that you grieved when He was cruicified and that you grieve over all the atrocities done by men, especially in your name. You know and understand grief as you know and understand all. You know best how to comfort the parents and family members. Lift their hearts up to you and fill them with your peace. Your understanding is beyond our human comprehension, but give them the knowledge and faith to endure even that which they can't understand. Let them be aware of you always God, and help them to remember that your Love is Life that can never really be taken away.

Bless all those that mourn the loss of Geoffrey, Lord God, with the comfort of your Love that they may face each new day with hope and the certainty that nothing can destroy the good that has been given. May their memories become joyful, and their lives encirled by your Love.

Rebecca Spearman

December 21, 2006

Michael and Cheryl, I cannot know how you are feeling just now. I only know it must be the most painful hurt of all times. You are in my constant thoughts and prayers. I know Geoffrey is in a wonderful place and happy to see others gone before him. At the same time he is sad that you all are hurting. There will be peace and very fond memories as time heals your pain. Know you are loved and thought about.

Felisha Randolph

December 21, 2006

To "Bigg" George & the Branch Family:
I know this time of grief is so difficult for you, and thinking of you hurting makes my heart hurt too. We can never really know how another feels. I know that my concern for you and your family is real. I just wish there was something more that I can do to take away the sorrow that is weighing down on you. Although I cannot change things, this I can extend- my loving thoughts & my heartfelt prayers for you my special friend.

Carol Jones

December 21, 2006

Dear Cheryl, Michael and family,
There are no words to express my sadness for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers!

Sybil Voth

December 21, 2006

Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and you family at this extremely difficult time.

Aaron and Tiffany

December 21, 2006

To the Branch and Kidd family we would like to send our condolences to the family during this time of bereavement. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Our prayers are with you and may you find comfort at this most difficult time.

Wayne Stroble

December 21, 2006

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Karen Jeffries

December 21, 2006

To George & the Branch Family:
No words can express the sorrow felt in the passing of Geoffrey. All of us here at Wyeth QA Dept. (East Wing) are saddened by the news, and send our most sincerest sympathies. We will keep you in our prayers. May you find comfort in knowing that Geoffrey is with our Heavenly Father and is one of God's angels now. God Bless.

Aunt Kelly and Uncle Charlie

December 21, 2006

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006

Mary Woodley

December 21, 2006

To Cheryl,George,Paul and Chris my prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I had the honor of being Geoffrey Godmother and I loved him as a son. The Members of Holy Rosary Catholic Church will remember Geoffrey and you in our Prayers. He will be missed but he will always be in my heart. We cannot understand all that has happen, but we know all things are in God's Plan.

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