of Blytheville, AR
January 11, 1950 - July 7, 2015
Willie ''Jack'' Branch Jr. departed this life on Tuesday, July 7, 2015 at UAMS Hospital in Little Rock, AR. He was 65 years old. Jack was born January 11, 1950 to Willie & Marvell Branch, the firstborn of nine children, in Dumas, AR. Jack was very studious as a young man and graduated from Wolfe Project High School as valedictorian in 1966. He attended AM&N College (UAPB) graduating with honors in 1969. He continued his educational goals by attending Arkansas State University to complete his masters and Ed.D in 1976. He spent 42 years in the educational system in Blytheville, AR as a teacher and principal. He retired in 2011. He was a minister of the gospel for over 20 years & pastored Unity Evangelistic Ministries in Blytheville, AR. He was preceded in death by his brother, Jeremiah Branch. Jack is survived by his wife of 46 years, Electa Branch; one son, Willie (Rita) Branch III of Moundville, AL; 4 grandchildren: Tiffany Branch, Willie Branch IV, VaShaun Wiggins and Jareah Branch; 2 great-grandchildren: Ja'Niya Branch and Takayla McClendon; his parents, Willie & Marvell Branch; 7 siblings: Marvia (Thomas) Lackey of Ft. Worth, TX; Victor (LaVerne) Branch of Jackson, MS; Dr. Vye Branch-Watson of Jonesboro, AR; Kenneth (Dana) Branch of Ivanhoe, IL; Dwayne (Anita) Branch of Springfield, VA; Darrell Branch of Watson, AR; David (Geraldine) Branch of Potomac, MD. He also leaves a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends all around the world.
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18 Condolence(s)
Joyce Benton
Saturday, July 18, 2015
Electa,
There comes a time for all of us when we must say good-bye - but the memories of those we love, shall live and never die..
Branch, as we so affectionately called him, has left us here to one day do what he did. I truly miss him and hope to see him again singing in the heavenly choir.
I couldn't have had a better brother in law (Branch was more like a brother to me. Thank God for the beautiful memories that I have to think about and hold on to. May God strengthen you daily. Thanks for your unselfish love. God will help you to get through this. Remember that I will always be here for you. Gone,but not forgotton . Love,
Your sister (Joyce Benton )
Cheryl Dickson Jackson / Kenneth Dickson
Thursday, July 16, 2015
To the Branch Family:
"Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted". We're praying for Electa (Family), for she and her mother and sisters were all dedicated members of Mt Zion Baptist Church in Brinkley, AR. We are all away now but our hearts are still near. God Bless you Electa and family.
Cheryl and Ken Dickson
Diana Holmes
Monday, July 13, 2015
Sorry for your loss.
Mary Bankston-Nash (Lulu)
Saturday, July 11, 2015
A Christian man who always had a smile, kind words, wisdom, knowledge. 'Jack" ..
and I spoke a number of times in the past few months, and I will remember that he told me to pray and continue to put God first in all situations.
It is a blessing to know that you have a "cousin" that is praying with you and for you.
You will truly be missed
To Electra, Willie III and Family, know that we are praying for you during this difficult time.
Willie & Linda Johnson
Saturday, July 11, 2015
To the Branch Family:
Our hearts are heavy with sorrow hearing of the absence of our Brother, friend and partner in ministry . . . Pastor Willie Branch. We bid him farewell, while our Master and Savior Jesus Christ welcomes him home!!! You will find refuge, strength, comfort, love, peace and all that you need - resting in the "I AM" God.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today, as always . . . Much, much love to all of you!
Dr. Regina Logan-Sims
Saturday, July 11, 2015
Branch Family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy during your loss. Mr. Branch was my principal from 7th-9th grade at West Jr. High School. He was very nice and did a wonderful job as principal. He will be greatly missed by many.
God Bless,
Dr. Regina Logan-Sims
c/o 1990
Evelyn Rene'e Jenkins Boswell
Saturday, July 11, 2015
Dear Mrs. Branch, Billy, and Branch Family:
And God saw everything that he had made, and, behold, it was very good. Genesis 1:31
Mr. Branch saw a lot of goodness in many children as we walked the school hallways. Not all the time did we behave at our best, but he especially inspired me to want to do my best. I'm thankful to have counted him as part of my "village".
May the peace of God comfort you all now and in the days to come.
Mary Gay Shipley
Saturday, July 11, 2015
A good man, a good life, a good family, and now a good rest with the Lord. I am so happy for the time I worked with Mr. Branch. I know the family has many happy memories. I hope you will share and enjoy each one.
Lynnette Lewis
Saturday, July 11, 2015
On behalf of Maurice and Lynnette Lewis, we would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Branch. We are praying Our most faithful and merciful God gives you the strength to understand that he doesn't make any mistakes and wisdom to call on his name in your time of need. Love you from the Lewis family.
Mark Simmons
Saturday, July 11, 2015
He was agreat man. You will be missed. RIP!!!
Kasey Chitmon
Friday, July 10, 2015
May you RIP Mr. Branch knowing that you have made a tremendous impact on countless lives of youth who are proud to call themselves a successful product of the Blytheville Public Schools.
-Kasey G. Chitmon
Blytheville HS Alumni, c/o 2000
Eddie & Barbara Gentry
Thursday, July 9, 2015
We the Gentry family would like to extend our sincere sympathy to the entire Branch Family at this time of bereavement. Mr. & Mrs. Branch has always shown us Love and has been an inspiration to all of our children. You have acknowleged each of their achievements. Mr. Branch said something that has stayed with me: "If Life pitch you a bag of Lemons, make lemonade." Work with what you have!!! Turn that thing around & make the bitter. We Love Mr. & Mrs. Branch!!! Family you are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord Jesus be & provide everything you need. Love The Gentry Family
Felisha Hoy-Williams
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Sincere condolences to the Branch family. May God bless you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With love, on behalf of the Hoy family.
Pat. M. Jackson
Thursday, July 9, 2015
To. The Branch Family
"Earth hath no sorrow, that heaven can not heal."
I am praying for you; during this difficult time. Lean upon the Lord for added strength.
Never forget, the precious memories. For, they will help sustain you. (Although, I only met Mr. Branch once, while visiting with his sisters-in-law;
I remember how hospitable the visit had been.)
May God keep each of you, in
His care.
Pat. Jackson, Glenda's friend
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Willie Harris and Louise Harris
Thursday, July 9, 2015
We are deeply sadden to hear of the passing of a dear friend and classmate. Willie was a true son in the faith. Our thoughts and our prayers are extended to his beloved family. May our Lord comfort the family in a very profound way during this difficult time.
Carol Walls
Thursday, July 9, 2015
I'm so sorry! Mr. Branch was such a nice man. He took me to the doctor when I tripped over a trumpet case in 7th grade in 1977. He always had a smile and a good word for everyone. He is missed by us all.
Regina Guyther
Thursday, July 9, 2015
To the Branch Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your husband, father, grandfather, son, and brother, Willie "Jack' Branch. Even though I did not know him personally, I always felt I did through his sister-in-law and my sister, Anita Branch. I met him one time at the Branch Family Reunion here in DC a few years ago and he was very nice to me.
I am so very sorry for your loss and pray God's continued blessings to you as you celebrate his life in Christ.
God bless you.
Regina Guyther
Tyrene & Teresa Mack
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Our deepest condolences to the Branch Family. May the LORD continue to bless and keep you in your time of need.