William (Bill) Everett Branham II, 69 yrs. old of Oxford, NY passed away on April 8, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer. Bill was born on October 25th 1951, the son of the late William Everett Branham and Catherine Whaley Branham in Norwich NY. Bill graduated from Oxford Academy and Central School in 1970 after which he served in the US Army. Bill worked most of his life as an automatic transmission mechanic at Gordon’s Garage and Lyle’s Transmission.
Bill had a quiet and kind demeanor but was quick with a smile and the delivery of mischief. Bill once convinced his daughter that he couldn’t golf like his brothers because he was too strong after using an exploding golf ball to show his strength. Bill had many hobbies. He loved riding his motorcycles. One of his most memorable experiences was riding his motorcycle cross country after he retired in 2014. Bill was an AA skeet shooter, a trap shooter and over all outdoors man. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and being in woods. He had many shooting buddies who will miss his friendship. But most of all Bill enjoyed time spent with his family and his best dog Sam.
Bill was very proud to be a Branham and his family meant everything to him. He was known to call his girls, his “angels.” Bill is survived by his wife of 44 years, “Cindy” Branham. His three daughters Rebecca Reger her husband Josh Reger and their children Malaia and Delilah (his Sunny Delight); His other daughter and “little one” Sarah Branham and fiancé Ryan Lofaro; and daughter Kim Kreiner and her daughter Alyson Kreiner. He also leaves behind his mother Catherine Branham; His siblings Robert Branham and wife Diane; Doug Branham and wife Jean, David Branham and wife Mary, Catherine Thompson and husband Timothy, Bruce Branham and wife Deborah, Deborah and Norman Triocke and Donald Branham. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends. Bill was predeceased by his father William Everett Branham and siblings Paul and Richard Branham.
Services will be held on Thursday, April 15th at the Dakin Funeral Home LP in New Berlin, New York. Calling hours will be held from 3:00-5:00 PM. A service with military honors will be held at 5:00PM with the funeral service immediately following. Proper social distancing practices will be in place. Masks are required.
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Phil McCarthy
Tunkhannock, PA.
Cindy and family. I just learned of the tremendous loss you and others have had. I met Bill thru our clay target shooting and pheasant hunting and always greatly enjoyed every time I was with Bill. He loved his family and his skeet shooting. A void in our lives is left with Bill''s passing. may God bless you and your family at this time. with much regards, Phil
Dan and Deb Nitto
Chenango Forks, NY
Bob, Dave and families. Debbie and I are so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. If he was anything like you two, I am sure we would have gotten along great. Maybe he was the brother that I might have had a chance to beat in golf. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Bruce Bedford
Endwell, NY
Bob, David and the entire Branham family,
So sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences.
Wilma & Larry Kotcamp
Phoenix Az.
Our condolences to you on the passing of your husband Bill. We never had the pleasure of meeting but my dad (Powers) spoke of you often. May God comfort you and your family.
Tammie Schuster
South Plymouth, NY
My deepest condolences to the family. Hoping that your wonderful memories will bring you some comfort in the coming days. Prayers and love to the entire family during this very difficult time.
Shelly Coffey
Lebanon,TN
My thoughts and prayers are with Cindy and the entire family at this time....
Charlie Vigus
Oxford, MY
So sad to hear of Bill's passing. My condolences to his family. He will forever be missed by many. Can still remember the fun times as my lab partner in biology. May you rest in peace my friend.
Dorothy Mattice
Norwich N.Y.
So very sorry for your loss. I speak from the heart and experience that the pain is deep and never goes away. Just ebbs in and out for life. Love you.
Dawn Willis
Norwich, ny
Bill was an excellent employee but much more a wonderful friend to our family. He loved his family time with “his girls”. Love motorcycle rides with Cindy & many friends. Bill got Lyle into skeet shooting, now they will be in heaven at it again. Our hearts go out to the entire Branham family, Bill was special to all of you. He will be deeply missed.
Elizabeth Clark
Orlando, FL
My heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Sending you all love and light
Teri Prewitt
Edgewater, FL
My heart is so sad to hear of Bill’s passing. May his beautiful soul Rest In Peace. What a wonderful person her was. Hold on to the memories. Cindy and family sending you big hugs.
Cindy Thomsen
New Berlin Ny
So sorry for your loss my heart and prayers are with you and your family.
Martha Groot
Canandaigua
Dear Branham’s,
We were so sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. We hope you are surrounded by much love. Sending healing prayers and comforting hugs.
Sincerely , Martha and Rick Groot
Helen M Tanner
Chittenango, NY
So sorry for your loss. Prayer for all.
linda loughren
Norwich NY
Bill you are going to be miss the ones that love you so much! You will be up there with your brother Paul and your dad. I will never forget when you were so happy to be on my dad baseball team when My dad treated ice cream for the team when they win or lost. i'm sure Bob remembers that very well. God bless you Bill we all love you ans miss you! We will always remember you deeply!! God bless
Rodney & Gwen
Bainbridge NY
Words, however kind, can’t mend your heartache, but those who care for you share your grief and wish you comfort and peace of mind.
We are honored and blessed to have known your Bill. He was truly a blessing in our life and we will miss him. Our condolences.
Jackie and Doc Terrill
Fredonia, NY
We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of our cousin Bill. We pray that happy memories will soon overtake the pain and sorrow you feel right now. We pray for peaceful times for all of his loved ones.
Jim Shoemaker
Wyoming, PA
Cindy: I was so saddened by the news of the passing of your devoted husband of 44 years. I know the void in your life, as I lost my mother to this terrible disease in 1978. Cherish the memories of the good times that you spent together, and take comfort in the knowledge that he lives in the hearts and minds of many. Please accept for yourself, your daughters and grand-daughters my assurance of heartfelt sympathy. Take care. -Jim
Tim & Mary Hardendorf
Oxford, NY
So very sorry for your loss. May cherished memories and the love of family and friends comfort you at this sad time.
With sincere sympathy and prayers for all.
Carolyn Farrell Kelleher
New Hampshire
So sad to hear of cousin Bill’s passing. My heart goes out to each of his beautiful family. Praying for comfort and peace and healing for each one. Bill was such a gentle man and I am grateful his life was so full of love and beauty.
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