Ralph Branson

Ralph V. Branson Ralph Vincent Branson, 71, of Chillicothe, went home to be with the Lord 1:45 pm, Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at the Adena Regional Medical Center. He was born September 17, 1937 to the late Ralph Sterling and Monzella W. McGinnis Branson in Bellefontaine, OH. His mother and stepfather Rev. C.N. Flanigan raised him in Bellefontaine. Ralph married Marcia Naomi Wingo on September 20, 1957 in Chillicothe. To this beautiful union was born 4 children, Vincent (Monty) Dean Branson Sr. and Marta Lanise Branson Hitchens, both of Chillicothe, Mark Sterling and Beth Ann preceded him in death. Also left to mourn his loss are 5 grandchildren, Vincent, Michelle and Martina Branson and TeaJae and Branson Hitchens; 3 great-grandchildren, Amaya, DeSean and Maleah; a sister-in-law, Cheryl (Robert) Hitchens; a brother-in-law, Wendell (Violet) Wingo; several uncles; cousins; nieces; nephews and an abundance of friends. Ralph retired from the United States Air Force on April 30, 1975 after receiving numerous awards and commendations. He later retired from Kenworth Truck Co. after 20 years of service. He was a very active member of this community where he was a member of the Chillicothe Parks and Recreation Committee for over 30 years. He was a member of the VFW Post 105 and American Legion Post 62. A firm believer in the power of Jesus Christ, Ralph was a member of Zion Baptist Church. He actively served on the Trustee Board and Zion for 27 years. He sang with a resounding voice in the Brotherhood and Men's Chorus at Zion. He proudly proclaimed his belief to all he met. His home going service will be held 7:00 pm Tuesday in the Zion Baptist Church, Rev. J. Troy Gray officiating. Military graveside services, conducted by the Ross Co. Veterans Honor Guard will be held 11:00 am Wednesday in Floral Hills Memory Garden. Friends may call 5-7 pm at the church Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Zion Baptist Church, 84 S. Clinton Rd., Chillicothe, OH 45601.
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