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1921
DIED
2020
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Raymond Braswell Obituary
Ray was born on March 3, 1921, to Martha Mable Schisler Braswell and William Govan Braswell. He was predeceased his parents; by his wife, Louise "Lucy" Stewart Braswell; brother, William "Bill" Lawrence Braswell; and sisters, Ethel Braswell Ozmar and Kathleen "Kitty" Rebecca Braswell Godfrey.
He is survived by his daughter, Lisa Braswell Estes and husband, Cary; grandchildren, Richmond Estes and wife, Rachel, Trip Estes and wife, Jessie Krafft, Meghan Stewart Estes and Barklie Estes and wife, Ally; great-grandchildren, Emily Arenas, Ruby Lurina Estes and Rhett Estes; and sisters, Martha Schisler Braswell Elliott and Betty Lou Braswell Jackson; and many loving nieces and nephews.
Ray was a World War II veteran, serving in the Pacific Theater. He retired from Virginia Power (VEPCO) in 1981 after 35 years of service.
He was a member of the Lion's Club, the American Legion, the VFW and the Moose.
An avid hunter and fisherman, he was Virginia State Target Archery Men's Champion from 1947 to 1951. He was a light-hearted person, and loved deeply, was a loyal and true husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, son, brother and friend. He was dearly loved and will be deeply missed. Memorial contributions to the charity of your choice.
In light of COVID-19, a private service for family members only will be held.
Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home, South Hill, Va., is serving the Braswell family.
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