of Batesville, AR
February 22, 1970 - June 22, 2021
Lance Douglas Branstetter, 51, of Batesville, Arkansas departed this life June, 2021.
He was born February 22, 1970 in West Plains, Missouri; the third child of Earnest Dwight Branstetter and Rachel (Shaw) Branstetter.
Lance is survived by his Father, Dwight; one brother, David Branstetter (Marva) of Sulphur Rock; one sister, Shelley Watts (Tommy) of Mountain Home; nieces and nephews, Joseph Branstetter (Rachel), Garth Branstetter (Corey), Candis Jorgensen (Seth), Matthew Watts (Lisa), Westley Watts (Abigail), as well as many other relatives and countless friends.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Rachel.
Lance was gifted at an early age with a passion for music. He greatly enjoyed composing, writing, mixing, and recording music; writing, mixing, and composing many of his own songs. Lance owned the recording studio ''Let it Loose Recording'' at one time. He was extremely talented on instruments including guitar, banjo and piano to name a few, and was at one time guitarist for the band ''Mutha's Day Out''. He also co-wrote songs for the 'Mortal Kombat' soundtrack. Lance's artistic side also greatly enjoyed writing poems and drawing.
Lance had a gentle heart that was evident to anyone fortunate enough to know and spend time with him.
He was a lifelong lover of animals, and loved his kitty, Checkers beyond words.
A memorial visitation will be held Thursday, July 01, 2021 from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm at the Roller Crouch Funeral Home in Batesville, Arkansas. Masks will be required to enter by request of family.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his honor to the Humane Society of Independence County, 5 Environmental Drive, Batesville, AR 72501.
We celebrate his life and will forever cherish his kind spirit and the special times we had together. He will be forever and always loved, cherished, and missed.
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59 Condolence(s)
Jason Moser
Thursday, July 1, 2021
Lance was a great guy and a talented musician. I was sad to hear of hiss passing , but remember times spent together with a smile.
Renee Ivy Bednar
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Lance was a great person and classmate. I have so many fond memories of him. He will be missed. Rest in Peace Lance.
Brenda and Benny Ivy and family
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
So sorry to hear about Lance. He was a wonderful friend of ours and we will miss him. Prayers to all the family and may God Bless you all.
Brenda and Benny Ivy
and family
Carolyn Matheny Wammack
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
I am sorry to hear about Lance’s passing. I am President of the VFW Auxiliary Post 4501. That is where I met Lance. He was always so friendly and would help me if I needed things hung (since I’m short).😊 Our auxiliary also sends their sympathy.
Alyssa & Jeremy Traw
Monday, June 28, 2021
We are so saddened to hear of Lance's passing. Sending many prayers and hugs. The Traw Family
Brad & Wendy Howard
Monday, June 28, 2021
We are so sorry to hear about Lance. We will keep your family in our thoughts & prayers.
Shauna Gwin Wood
Sunday, June 27, 2021
Lance was a sweet kind teddy bear. So sorry for your loss he will be greatly missed
David and Lori Campbell
Saturday, June 26, 2021
Shelley, David, and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Lance's passing. He was in my brother's class at BHS. Our prayers are with you.
Jeff Kerlen
Saturday, June 26, 2021
you was taken to soon so you there someday
Nathan
Saturday, June 26, 2021
I'm very sorry, to Lance's Family.
Lance helped many people in their life and made a positive difference in the world. He had a huge heart and a kind spirit. Lance was a great person. He's a guy i will always remember...Praying for everyone.
Bobby and Connie Davis
Friday, June 25, 2021
Dear Shelley and Family, We are so saddened to hear of Lance passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Laura Hawkins -Ward
Friday, June 25, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I'm terribly sorry for your loss. Lance will forever be loved and missed. I'm thankful for the memories that we had from school, work, and outside of that. God bless you.
LINDA RANSOM
Friday, June 25, 2021
David and Marva and all of the family, I am so sorry for your loss. May our Father give you comfort during this difficult time.
Shelly Williams
Friday, June 25, 2021
Lance you will be missed glad I got to know you a long while back. You were a awesome friend. Prayers for your family.ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™
Kelly Britt (Fetters)
Friday, June 25, 2021
This feels like a really bad dream. Lance was simply a one of a kind human and he will be missed by everyone that knew him. I’m grateful for having known you and I hope you’re making beautiful music in Heaven. 😔💔
Holly hastings
Friday, June 25, 2021
David and Marva
I'll be praying for you all. So sprry for your loss. Love and prayers going up for you all
Carla Melton
Friday, June 25, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and close friends. I know your hearts are broken. Lance had a beautiful soul with a heart to match. Anyone that was lucky enough to know him can state that he left his mark in their life in some positive manner. I'm thankful to have known him and called him my friend. He will be missed.
Jimmy and Barbie Boyett
Friday, June 25, 2021
Fly high sweet Lance. Our thoughts and prayers to the Branstetter family.
Brianna roberts
Friday, June 25, 2021
Rock out in heaven â¤ï¸
Jody and Jesse self
Friday, June 25, 2021
Branstetter family, y’all will be in our prayers. May you find some comfort in Remembering the many great moments and memories we all have had with Lance!
Gregory Stephen Bridgman
Friday, June 25, 2021
I am completely devastated and heart broken over the loss of one of my oldest, best friends. I first met Lance when his family lived over by White Rogers and he would come down the street and play with me at my babysitter Mrs. Katherine Rider's house. In third grade my Mother moved us to Quail Valley and I was excited to know that Lance lived on Gap Road so I immediately knew someone there before we even got fully moved in. From that moment on we were inseparable through grade school, intermediat, Jr. High and High School. Where you saw one of us, you were almost guaranteed to see the other. We've literally done everything together; carpool to school, eat lunch at school, fished, hijinks, roommates, wrote and recorded music together, and generally were just there for one another. In most recent years Lance's health deteriorated but he was fighting his way back to a better state of health. When last I spoke to him he had told me he was starting to mess around in his studio and was interested in collaborating together again. To say I was excited would be an understatement. Lance could literally pick up any instrument and make music magic with it. I will miss Lance's insights, his brilliant, musical genius, his idiosyncrasies, his laugh and ability to laugh at himself no matter the situation, his bull headedness, his loyalty, his sense of humor and most of all, his friendship. Lance was a beautiful soul who was taken way too soon. Until we meet again my fellow musician, writing partner, big brother, neighbor, classmate and oldest, best friend. I will love and miss you forever!!
Becky (former dollar general girl on east side)
Friday, June 25, 2021
Just found out today sleep in peace lance I will alway remember our brief talks at dollar general (2002-2007)
Amy Lynae Stueve McMillan
Friday, June 25, 2021
Dearest Lance...you will be forever missed. Growing up together...we had some good times. I served you sooo many dinners at Kelley Wyatt's and Whistle Stop. Love you forever....
Linda Jobe
Friday, June 25, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tragic time. Praying Our Lord will hold you up bringing comfort and peace to you Dwight, Shelley and all of the grieving family.
Kathy Parker
Friday, June 25, 2021
Rest In Peace Lance. I’ll see you on the other side.
Chris Bowers
Friday, June 25, 2021
Resu iin Peace brother....
George Foster
Friday, June 25, 2021
Prayers for Lance's family Rest in peace Lance Branstetter
Steve & Angela Wilcoxon
Friday, June 25, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of loss. May God Keep you in His loving arms and comfort you. God Bless.
Johnnie Baker
Friday, June 25, 2021
Mr. Dwight, David and family
We are so sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Johnnie Anderson Baker and Family
Joaney Lee Swafford
Friday, June 25, 2021
I am so sorry for David and Marva and family for your loss it breaks my heart I pray that the Lord helps you get through this difficult time. Sending you lots of love and prayers your way.
Joaney Durbin Swafford
Phillip O’Daniel
Friday, June 25, 2021
David and Shelley,
I sorry to hear about your loss
Leveta Gist
Thursday, June 24, 2021
David and Shelley, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Leveta Gist
Ron & Nina Stephens
Thursday, June 24, 2021
Family of Lance , We are so sorry to hear this , The Loss of this Family member , young Man ! We Pray may God bless and comfort all during this time !
Jennifer Hughes
Thursday, June 24, 2021
My condolences to Lance’s family. I have fond memories of him during our school years together. For our 20th class reunion he wanted to share his talent and he drew a pioneer for our class MySpace page. I wish I could find it to share. His talent and kind heart will be missed by many. BHS class of 88
Mark Huddleston and Liz Massey
Thursday, June 24, 2021
You are in our thoughts and prayers. I enjoyed being around Lance. He knew how to have a good time and was excellent at playing pool. May God comfort you and your family.
Leslie Gallegos McFatter
Thursday, June 24, 2021
I’m so sorry to hear of Lances passing. My deepest condolences to the family. RIP Lance
Lisa Harlan
Thursday, June 24, 2021
My heart goes out to Lance's family. I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers during this time of of need. He was a very good guy and friend. He was definitely talented. Lance will be missed greatly. Rest in peace my friend. Lisa
Aaron Jeffery
Thursday, June 24, 2021
Gleen and Denese Boyett
Thursday, June 24, 2021
So sorry for your loss
Andy & Suzette Cowden
Thursday, June 24, 2021
You will be missed! Gone too soon! Prayers and love to your family. ðŸ™â™¥ï¸
Jan Burrow Qualls
Thursday, June 24, 2021
Sending my thoughts and prayers to you Shelley and David and family he was so sweet to me I called him little Brother May God give you peace
David and Linda Hidy
Thursday, June 24, 2021
Our hearts are saddened to hear of Lance’s death. Praying that God will comfort his family.
Candis Jorgensen & Family
Thursday, June 24, 2021
David and Shelley,
I am so sorry to hear about Lance. My heart breaks for the entire family. He was always so funny and charismatic. Truly a huge loss to everyone. Please let me know if I can do anything. Love you guys.
Angie (Smith) Burks
Thursday, June 24, 2021
R.I.P Lance, prayers for the family and friends.
Stevie Anderson
Thursday, June 24, 2021
Lance you will be so missed by so many. I'm blessed to have called you a friend. Prayers for your family. RIP
Cindy Fletcher
Thursday, June 24, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Lance's passing. I have known the Branstetter family for many years. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
CORA MCKINZIE
Thursday, June 24, 2021
I'm sorry for your loss, my prayers are with the family.
Steve & Patsy Yocum
Thursday, June 24, 2021
We are so sorry to hear this very sad news. Lance was such a big part of Greg's life and was in and out of our house since he was a little boy. Always so polite and kind. May God give you strength during this very difficult time. Prayers for the family.
David and Bonnie Moore
Thursday, June 24, 2021
Dwight,David, Shelly and family. Saddened to learn of your loss. We will keep you all in our prayers
Mona Gay Light Being
Thursday, June 24, 2021
RIP, Lance. I always liked you. Anaconda.
Donna Eno Jones
Thursday, June 24, 2021
My prayers and thoughts are with the family.
Jennifer Hyatt
Thursday, June 24, 2021
My heart is saddened to hear such news. Lance was a good man with a kind heart. Talented beyond what most people realized.
My prayers go out to his family during this time. Sending much love your way.
I'm so sorry for your loss.
Jennifer
Eric Pectol
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Lance, your are a great talent, and great friend taken from us far too soon. You will be missed greatly. Much love.
Stephanie Salas
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jillian Brooks
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
I will always love you and will miss you.
Tiffany Hardimon
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
My sincere condolences to the family.
Brandy Jenkins
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Prayers to the family and to smoke that put the time
Chad Grooms
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
My condolences
brian isaac
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Rest in Peace Lance, Rest in Peace.