Celebrating the life of
Miriam R. Branan
Passed away on June 16, 2018
Miriam Zula Rossman Branan
Miriam R. Branan, born October 13, 1939, passed away June 16, 2018 in Savannah after a long illness. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 50 years, Eddie Branan, and her parents, Tom and Thelma Rossman.
Miriam grew up in Moultrie, GA where she graduated high school. Later, she received her Bachelor’s degree in Home Economics from the University of Georgia, and her Master’s degree in Education from Georgia Southwestern. She taught at both the Mitchell County and Chatham County School Systems during an 18 year period. Miriam’s personal passions included cooking, sewing, being a good mother/grandmother, and playing the piano, both at home and at First Baptist Church of Camilla, GA, and First Baptist Church of the Islands in Savannah.
She is survived by two sons, Robert (Deana), Michael (Renee), a daughter, Charlotte (DeWayne), and seven grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Ruth Clark and Helen Selph (Larry), and one brother, Tommy (Jena), and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, June 21, 2018 at Fox & Weeks, Hodgson Chapel.
Graveside Service will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 22, 2018 at Hillcrest Abbey West Cemetery on Dean Forest Road.
Remembrances may be made to Hospice Savannah, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.
My deepest sympathy is with the Branan family. May the love of family and friends as well as the words at “1 Thessalonians 4:14” and “Revelation 21:3,4” help you get through this most difficult time.
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I am very sorry for the loss of a wonderful person. She will be missed by many people.
- Shawn Hare, Auberry, CA
Sending my condolences at this time. I am praying for your family.
- Kelly Powell , Richmond Hill , GA
Our family sends love and prayers to Robert, Michael, & Charlotte. We remember all the fun times you spent growing up with our kids. Your mom was a caring lady! Moms are very special so cherish her precious memories! God’s blessings on you! The McSwains, Vondene, Robert, Myra, Arlene, & Art Jr
- The McSwains, Clarkesville , Ga
My sincere condolences to the family, during this difficult time please rely on our heavenly Father. At 2 Corinthians chapter 1 verses 3 an 4 we see that we never have to endure trials alone, we always get the needed comfort an strength to endure.
- Kay F, Savannah, Ga
I am so sorry for your loss. As a cousins, we played together as children and I have many fond memories of her. Also, her learning to play the piano inspired me to learn to play. She made the world a better place and will be missed.
- Marion Huey, Tampa, Fl
My condolences to the family. May you find comfort in the scripture at Revelation 21:4 and the website jw. org.
- Niecy, Savannah, GA
Mike, Renee and girls, We love you and we are praying for God to comfort you at this difficult time.
- Jenkins Family, Savannah , GA
Prayers for all of you during this time of sorrow. May God give you all peace and comfort in the days ahead.
- Teresa Hollingsworth, Abbeville, GA
My deepest sympathy is with the Branan family. May the love of family and friends as well as the words at “1 Thessalonians 4:14” and “Revelation 21:3,4” help you get through this most difficult time.
- , ,
I am very sorry for the loss of a wonderful person. She will be missed by many people.
- Shawn Hare, Auberry, CA
Sending my condolences at this time. I am praying for your family.
- Kelly Powell , Richmond Hill , GA
Our family sends love and prayers to Robert, Michael, & Charlotte. We remember all the fun times you spent growing up with our kids. Your mom was a caring lady! Moms are very special so cherish her precious memories! God’s blessings on you! The McSwains, Vondene, Robert, Myra, Arlene, & Art Jr
- The McSwains, Clarkesville , Ga
My sincere condolences to the family, during this difficult time please rely on our heavenly Father. At 2 Corinthians chapter 1 verses 3 an 4 we see that we never have to endure trials alone, we always get the needed comfort an strength to endure.
- Kay F, Savannah, Ga
I am so sorry for your loss. As a cousins, we played together as children and I have many fond memories of her. Also, her learning to play the piano inspired me to learn to play. She made the world a better place and will be missed.
- Marion Huey, Tampa, Fl
My condolences to the family. May you find comfort in the scripture at Revelation 21:4 and the website jw. org.
- Niecy, Savannah, GA
Mike, Renee and girls, We love you and we are praying for God to comfort you at this difficult time.
- Jenkins Family, Savannah , GA
Prayers for all of you during this time of sorrow. May God give you all peace and comfort in the days ahead.
- Teresa Hollingsworth, Abbeville, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
