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Margaret Irene Brannon

1906 - 2006

Irene M. Brannon, 99, a former resident of Rio Grande, Ohio, passed away at Holzer Assisted Living of Gallipolis on Tuesday, August 1, 2006.

She received a B.S. Degree, Elementary Education, University of Rio Grande and had taught school in Harrison County, Gallia County, Rio Grande, Gallipolis City; and Columbus City Schools before her retirement in 1972 following thirty two years service. Her memberships included: Life Member and Past President, Ohio Retired Teachers Assn.; Gallia County Retired Teachers Assn.; the Calvary Baptist Church; Rio Grande Garden Club; life member, The Atwood Club, University of Rio Grande; Vinton OES 275; Gallia County Senior Citizens; and the Ole Tyme Chorus.

Mrs. Brannon was born October 5, 1906, in Bidwell, OH., daughter of the late Homer David Mossman and Rachel Topping Mossman.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Homer Brannon, August 18, 1991; a son, James Oliver Brannon; a daughter-in-law, Mary Lou Saunders Brannon; an infant daughter, Betty Joe Brannon; and two great-grandchildren.

Surviving are daughter-in law :

Rev. Nancy Brannon, Columbus, Ohio

three grandchildren:

Dianna (Mike) McCullough, Columbus, Ohio

Judy (Rick) Meinhardt, Columbus, Ohio

James Gregory (Colleen) Brannon, Rock Hill, South Carolina

and five great-grandchildren.

One brother and one sister:

Glen Wayne Mossman of Wisconsin and Betty Boling of Ashland, Kentucky

and a special niece:

Phyllis Taylor, Gallipolis.

Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM., Saturday, in the Calvary Baptist Church, 11457 State Route 588, Rio Grande, Ohio, with Rev. Heath Jenkins officiating. Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery.

Friends may call at the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Wetherholt Chapel, Gallipolis, on Friday, 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Condolences may be e-mailed to www.timeformemory.com/mm.

There are currently 9 condolences.

Brad Rice Wednesday September 15, 2021 at 11:26 AM
Lots of great memories with Irene and the Brannon family. Still greatly missed and remembered.

Irene irene.rio@ntl world.,com Friday September 15, 2006 at 6:28 PM
I am sorry to hear of your loss i lost my mom around the same time only connection is that i have similar identity, your beloved keeps coming up, my thoughts are with you across the miles.

CONNIE BURCHETT PALMER Tuesday September 12, 2006 at 3:22 PM
I WILL ALWAYS HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF HER. SHE WAS MY FIRST AND SECOND GRADE TEACHER AT RIO GRANDE ELEMENTARY. IN THE SECOND GRADE I WAS HOSPITALIZED FOR 47 DAYS AND SHE CAME WITH MY HOMEWORK EVERYDAY SO I DIDN'T HAVE TO MISS ANY OF MY SCHOOLWORK. SHE WENT BEYOND THE CALL OF DUTY. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HER FOR THAT. CONNIE BURCHETT PALMER

Mary Lou Tenney Tuesday August 15, 2006 at 10:46 AM
I am writing to send my condolences to the family of Irene Brannon. Mrs. Brannon was my first grade teacher in 1946. I was one of her students in her first teaching job at Rio Grande, Ohio. In July, I was happy to be able to return to Rio Grande to celebrate my 50th high school reunion. In the afternoon, before our dinner, four of us from her first class had the amazing experience of being able to visit with her. We took photos and had a great time of talking and remembering her as a great teacher and wonderful friend. I was so pleased to find her still so sharp" even though her body seemed very frail. We were all thinking ahead to her 100th birthday on Oct. 5th. My sister called to tell me that just a couple of short weeks after I had had the wonderful visit, she had died. My, how glad I am that we had that last visit. Mrs. Brannon was one the "giants" in my life and I have always thought that what she gave me as a start in life in the first grade, has been to my benefit all of these years. I will remember her always and keep her dear in my heart. Sincerely, Mary Lou (Miller)Tenney 220 Banks Rd. Brooktondale, NY 14817 Tel: 607-277-6510 E-mail: rwt1@cornell.edu

Barry M. Dorsey Saturday August 12, 2006 at 6:31 PM
I learned only today (August 12) of Irene's passing. She was always one of my favorite people at Rio Grande. When she lived across the street from the URG campus, she often brought me cookies she had baked. Irene was a strong lady who undoubtedly was a wonderful teacher. One could sense these characteristics about her. I've talked with many of her former students, in fact, who had great respect and love for her. Irene loved Rio Grande and Calvary Baptist Church. She will be missed by the entire community. My condolences to her entire family. I am so grateful to have known her. Barry Dorsey Former President, URG

Cheryl Enyart Thursday August 10, 2006 at 12:59 AM
I had the utmost respect for your mother.. as a young teacher I found her to be a great role model. Cheryl Thomas Enyart

Janet Lambert Sunday August 6, 2006 at 5:36 AM
We the Lawrence County members of Beta Alpha Chapter members in Lawrence County wish to send our deepest sympathy to Irene's family. She was our brightest star in our chapter and will be greatly missed.

Shari Wedemeyer Wooten sbeachbum@sc.rr.com Friday August 4, 2006 at 10:54 AM
I just wanted to say how sorry I am to hear of Irene's death. She was such a wonderful person. We grew up next door to her & Homer, and she was one of the nicest people I ever met. I hadn't been able to see her in several years since my husband & I moved to Myrtle Beach, SC. I never forgot her though. Please know I'm thinking of the family during this difficult time. God Bless.

Amy Wedemeyer awedemeyer@holzerclinic.com Friday August 4, 2006 at 8:27 AM
I just wanted to send the family a message, of my condolences. Irene Brannon was a great lady! I am the youngest daughter of Marlin and Joyce Wedemeyer. We were neighbors in Rio Grande for years! I will always remember Homer and Irene Brannon and there kindess. Both of them were wonderful people, and I will sadly miss them. Sadly, I will be out of town this weekend, but I wanted to give my condolences. God bless, Amy Wedemeyer

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