Herndon Reginald Branton's Obituary
Herndon Reginald Branton, 78 years old, passed away April 22, 2013, surrounded by his loving family. Born April 18, 1935, in Bogalusa La., he graduated form Bogalusa High School, and served honorably in the United States Army. He served as Sergeant, Airborne Ranger, and paratrooper during the Korean War. He retired from George H. Leihleitner, as a salesman, after completing 15 years with the company. He has since continued his sales career, until time of his death.
He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Brenda Merritt Branton, one daughter, Jill Branton Tamboli, two grandsons, Trevor Branton Tamboli and Tyler Branton Tamboli. He is also survived by his sister, Louise Branton parker (Billy Ray) and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents Albert Joseph Branton and Alma Parker Branton He was also preceded in death by his first wife Delores Williams Branton, a son Herndon Riginald branton, Jr., two brothers A. J. Branton (Doris) and Howard Branton (Allie). Three sisters have also preceded him, Lennie Wheat (Willis), Rosemond Williams (Curt), and Henrietta Bell (Ken).
In lieu of flowers, donations are to be made to First Baptist Church in Covington La.
Visitation will be held in the chapel of Brown-Mcgehee Funeral Home Wednesday April 24, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., and will continue Thursday April 25, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. until service time at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be in Lees Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. Rev. Jay Johnston will officiate.
Family and friends may view and sign the online guestbook at www.brownmcgehee.com
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