Beth Marie Branson

1953 - 2018

Beth Marie Branson obituary, 1953-2018, Deer Park, TX

BORN

1953

DIED

2018

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Beth Branson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 14, 2018.

Beth Marie Branson, 64, of Deer Park, Texas, slipped into the arms of Jesus on January 12, 2018.
Born in Pasadena, Texas on December 14, 1953, Beth graduated from Sam Rayburn High School in 1972 and attended San Jacinto College while working at First Pasadena State Bank. She was married to James Richard "Dick" Branson on August 17, 1974.
Beth worked as a bank teller at Ridgley State Bank for three years while Dick attended Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and later as a preschool teacher at First Baptist Church in Lake Charles and as a teacher and administrator at London Bridge Baptist Preschool in Virginia Beach, Virginia. After returning to Pasadena in 2006, Beth served as a dental assistant to Dr. Terry O. Bland until shortly before her death.
Beth was a member of the First Baptist Church in Pasadena, Texas and possessed a unique passion for encouraging, mentoring, and lifting up everyone she met to be the best they could possibly be. Beth's children and many precious friends brought tremendous joy to her life. She loved being a mother, wife and friend. . Loving life, loving people, and giving defined Beth's life and character.
She is survived by her mother, Margaret Abshire, her husband, James Richard Branson, her sons, James Daniel Branson, and Michael Aaron Branson, and was preceded in death by her father, O. J. Abshire Sr., her sister, Patricia Bland, and her brother, O. J. Abshire Jr.

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January 23, 2018

Debbie Ross

Blessings to you Dick, Michael and Jay. We have many wonderful memories of Beth and how she touched our lives at LBBC. The joy she spread on earth will now radiate from Heaven above.

January 20, 2018

Tami Griffith cumpston

I am so sorry for your loss dick and your sons,I have so many wonderful memories of kids choir,,adult choir and handbells with y

January 20, 2018

Averill (Lavender) Buchanan

I am saddened to learn of Beth's passing. Beth and I graduated from SRHS together but we also attended the same elementary and junior high schools since I grew up on Suiter Way. I pray that you find comfort and peace in this time of sorrow and that all these remembrances of Beth's life bring you a bit of joy.

January 19, 2018

Sherry & Bill Harman

Dick, we are so very sorry to hear of Beth's passing. Know that you & your family are in our prayers.

January 19, 2018

CATHIE STEPHENS

Dick, so sorry for your loss.... hope these verses help you in your time of need. Praying for comfort and peace.
weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.
Psalm 30:5

a time to weep and a time to laugh, a time to mourn and a time to dance.

Ecclesiastes 3:4

January 19, 2018

Margaret Abshire and family may God be with you during this hard time and if you need anything be sure to give us a call.
The Dove Family

January 19, 2018

Kim Hood Harriman

I am just so sad to hear about Beth. She brought Jesus's light into this world. I know that this is a painful time for you all. Please know that even though miles and time separate us, our love for you all Dick, Jay, and Michael, never ends.

January 18, 2018

Kathy Kilgore

Beth always had a smile on her face and Godly words of kindness and incouragement on her lips. God truly gain a beautiful angel on January 12th. May God help and comfort her husband and children. Beth was very loved and will be missed by those who hearts she touched.

January 18, 2018

Tish Eubanks

Mr. Branson,
Please know you and your children are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I only met Beth a few times at school functions and she always had such a sweet smile. I am so sorry for your loss.

January 18, 2018

Barbara and Jeff Williamson

We celebrate Beth and think on many fond memories we have of times spent with her, you and the boys in Virginia Beach. New Year's Eve get togethers have never been the same since those in Virginia Beach. Our hearts grieve now but rejoice in that we will see her again one day. Thankful for the hope we have in Jesus and we pray for His comfort to surround you at his time. Keep looking up!

January 18, 2018

Jess Perkins

I have such fond memories of our families together in Virginia Beach and of Beth's sweet smile, encouragement, optimism, and joy. She is missed. Will look forward to our heavenly reunion! Thoughts and prayers are with those she's left behind.

January 18, 2018

I am so sorry to hear about Beth. She was always so precious and loved her family and her Lord. After losing Walter in August 2017 my heart understands you loss, but I also know she is in the arms of Jesus and He can and will give you peace and comfort. Give Jay and Michael a hug for me and know you are in my prayers. My love to you. Gene Yates, Lake Charles, LA

January 18, 2018

Diane Bledsoe

Beth was one of the sweetest most godly women I have ever known. She always had that ready smile no matter what was going on. She was a true encourager. I'm grateful our paths crossed at London Bridge Baptist Church all those years ago. She will be missed.

January 18, 2018

Belinda Petersen Fischer

I am so sorry for your loss of someone so dear and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Beth was a classmate from high school and I remember how beautiful she was both inside and out. She will be greatly missed.

January 18, 2018

Greg DeMarco

Beth and Dick are great friends and encouragers. Beth always has a ready smile, a kind word, and an evident love for Jesus that raidiated about her. The world will soon learn how blessed we were to know her when we feel her absence in the days ahead. Heaven is a sweeter place knowing she is there worshiping our Jesus face to face.

January 18, 2018

Jennifer Overton

I was so saddened upon hearing of Beth's passing. I know how much she will be missed by all of you. I have such wonderful memories from our Lake Charles days, spending time at your house, babysitting your boys and of course church times. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your boys, Dick.

January 18, 2018

Joyce Taylor

Beth was such a blessing to all who new her.

January 18, 2018

Dick,so sorry to hear of Beth's passing. So, many great memories at Lake Charles first baptist. Our prayers are with you and your boys


Jerry and Alice Lake charles La.

January 18, 2018

Lana Shumaker

Beth was such an influence in my life, my prayer time, my walk with God. She will be missed, but I find peace in knowing I will see her again. Blessings to all who mourn her, especially Dick, & the boys.

January 17, 2018

Joy McDaniel

So Sorry to hear of Beth's passing..We we're friends in school.. She was so Sweet....
Praying for her family during this difficult time ..

January 17, 2018

Teresa Anderson

Beth shared her faith, kindness, joy, wisdom, and radiant smile with many people. She was my true friend since elementary school and I am grateful to have known her. I remember those times when she encouraged and inspired me. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Teresa Faust Anderson

January 15, 2018

Ann Henry-Bastek

So sad to hear of Beth's passing. We grew up together on Cedarcrest. I have and always will cherish those memories.

January 15, 2018

Micky and Pam Todd

Micky and I were saddened by the news of Beth's passing. She was a strong Godly woman who touched many lives with her sweet spirit and our friendship will be cherished until we meet again.

January 15, 2018

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Cathy Clampit

Dear Family,
Roland, Rashelle, Risa and I were sad to hear of my cousin Beths passing. We send blessings for Beth, and to each of you as you celebrate her life, and all the love and happiness she brought to all her knew her.

January 15, 2018

Don Boone

I am so sorry to hear about Beth's passing. The memories of both of you at London Bridge are still very sweet.

January 15, 2018

May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this very sad time
Psalms 29:11

January 14, 2018

Gods peace be with all of sweet Beth's family. Beth was one of the kindest, sweetest people ever. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dixie McAdams

January 14, 2018

Carolyn Smith

Sending thoughts and prayers your way as I remember Beth as one of my most treasured friends...and, that smile!

Love always,
Carolyn Jaggers Smith

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