Michael Penn “Mike” Branch, 85 of Reidsville, went to be with the Lord Sunday November 17, 2024 at his home after a lengthy illness.
A native of Reidsville, he was a son of the late William Daniel and Lula Cates Branch and had lived in Reidsville his entire life. He was a retired letter carrier with the US Postal Service and following retirement he and his wife ran Mike’s Art and Frames in downtown Reidsville. He was a member of Salem United Methodist Church and was a former member of Community Baptist Church. A US Army Veteran, Mike was preceded in death by a grandson: Christopher M. Smith, nine brothers and four sisters.
Survivors include his wife of 60 years: Jean Vaughn Branch of the home, sons: Michael P. Branch, II and Thomas Daniel Branch (Teresa) both of Reidsville, daughter: Judy L. Napier (Marvin) of Demossville, brother: Granville D. Branch (Jean) of Reidsville, nine grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.
Memorials may be made to: The Rockingham County Animal Shelter 250 Cherokee Camp Rd. Reidsville, NC 27320 or to Salem United Methodist Church 2020 Wentworth St. Reidsville, NC 27320
Citty Funeral Home is assisting the Branch family. Online condolences may be sent to www.cittyfh.com.
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