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1942 - 2010
 Larry Edwin Branham (1942-2010)
Larry Edwin Branham, 67, a life long resident of Ashland passed away peacefully March 19, 2010, in Kingsbrook Life Care Center.
Mr. Branham was born Oct. 12, 1942, to George and Grace Branham, who preceded him in death. Larry was also preceded in death by a brother, Danny Branham of Ashland.
Larry worked as an Ashland firefighter and retired after 27 years. He was a general contractor, a member of Second Free Will Baptist Church for 48 years where he served as trustee, usher, sang in the choir and tackled many construction projects. He served two terms of office as Ashland City Commissioner. He also served on Ashlands Human Rights Committee and Ashland Head Starts Policy Council.
Larry is survived by his wife of 47 years, Loretta Hall Branham of Ashland; two daughters, Lydia Lindsey and Lisha Branham, both of Ashland; two grandchildren, Katie Lynn and Trevor Lee Lindsey, both of Ashland; two brothers, Edward Ray of Parma, Ohio, and George Branham Jr. of Ashland; a sister, Grace Horn of Nokomis, Fla.; and many nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by his family, church family, friends and neighbors, especially the children of the church who could count on Mr. Larry to make them laugh.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, March 22, 2010, at Steen Funeral Home-Central Avenue Chapel in Ashland with Pastor Randy Skaggs and Pastor Ken Walker officiating. Entombment will follow at Rose Hill Burial Park Mausoleum.
Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Second Free Will Baptist Church Building Fund, 2121 29th St., Ashland, KY 41101.
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There are currently 15 condolences.
Larry Jones
Tuesday March 23, 2010 at
11:15 AM
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to Loretta and family - Larry was one of the first people I met when arriving in Ashland in 2002. That kindness that was his nature was immediately evident. Over the years since I have valued his friendship and advice on a myriad of topics. He was a special person, and I will surely miss him. I wish the family the best - through thoughts and prayers - in the days to come. It has been a special pleasure for me to have called him "friend". .....Larry
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the family of Linda Branham
Monday March 22, 2010 at
10:33 AM
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We are so sorry to hear of Larrys passing he was such a wonderful man and a loving and caring brother to Danny we got to see the love he had for his brother in the time of Dannys illness and his passing, heaven has added another wonderful man to its army.
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Sandra Overstreet
Monday March 22, 2010 at
9:25 AM
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You have my deepest sympathy.
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Marcus and Sandy Woodward
Sunday March 21, 2010 at
8:24 PM
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Shocked and saddened are the both of us upon learning of Larry's passing. A very good man, public servant, caring and considerate, a man of his word, who lived his convictions, and a friend for many years. I have never had any memory of Larry that was not one of pleasantry and fondness. God bless his family for he will be very hard to live without I am sure. We are so sorry and have you in our prayers....Marcus and Sandy Woodward
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Uncle Lloyd
GwenParent@msn.com
Sunday March 21, 2010 at
6:11 PM
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Loretta and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss.
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kemo hall
Sunday March 21, 2010 at
12:23 PM
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i knowed larry for many a year he was a fine person may he rest at peace with the lord. the lord will confort his family. he will be missed by his family and many friends. kemo hall-ashland.
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Ken and Sheri Lindsey
Sunday March 21, 2010 at
11:39 AM
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We remember Larry for his giving nature, his sense of family and dedication to the Lord. Our hearts and prayers go out to the family. May the prayers of many be a comfort to you.
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Sen. Walter Blevins
Sunday March 21, 2010 at
10:42 AM
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My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. May God bless and comfort.
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Karen (Crance) Tople
Saturday March 20, 2010 at
10:02 PM
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Loretta,
I am truely sorry to hear of Larry's passing. I know you and your family are grieving beyound words. Larry touched my life while working at Ashland Original Market. I don't know if you remember me, but I remember you. Larry was a good friend. I pray that God will give you the strength to get through this.
Respectfully,
Karen Tople
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Linda Chaney Kendrick
Saturday March 20, 2010 at
6:11 PM
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Loretta and family, I am very sorry for your loss
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Sylvia Davis Porter
Saturday March 20, 2010 at
5:41 PM
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Dear Loretta, Lydia, Lisha, Katie and Trevor,
Know that my heart is broken along with yours. Larry was my best friend and I'm sure gonna miss him!
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Linda Chaney Kendrick
Saturday March 20, 2010 at
4:19 PM
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Loretta and family
I am sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you.
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Bryan Boyd
Saturday March 20, 2010 at
3:25 PM
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Dear Lydia and family,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Larry. However as Christians we know that is has gone on to his eternal home, the home that each of us are looking forward to. God has one more angel to watch over each of you. God Bless you during this time.
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Elaine Owen
Saturday March 20, 2010 at
3:20 PM
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To my dear classmate and friend, Loretta and her family: I wish I could help you get through this sad time. I met Larry a few years ago and immediately felt a kinship through our shared beliefs. His dedication to Loretta and his family was admirable. My prayer is that all of you will remember the good years you had together and each day will get a little easier to live without this man who was such a part of your life. He is still there--in everything you do, and in your memories he will always be with you. There will come a day when you can think of him and smile. I hope that day comes soon.
Love and prayers,
Elaine Owen
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Harold & Floraine Ramsey Damron
Saturday March 20, 2010 at
12:02 PM
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Sending our sincere condolences to our classmate Loretta and family.
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