Maynard Branham

Lestie Maynard Branham, 77, of Cleveland, TN. Passed away on September 10, 2023. He was born on August 6, 1946, in Hamilton County to Otto Monroe and Ruth Branham.

Maynard loved to go camping, fishing, hunting, or anything outdoors. He never met a stranger and was always there to help a friend or a family member in need.

Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his two brothers, Jerry Branham, and Cecil Branham; and his sister, Faye Branham Beshears.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory his wife of 58 years, Barbara Branham; his son, Brian (Pansy) Branham; sister, Idella Dalton; granddaughter, Emily Branham; grandson, Nathan Branham; his brothers, Dennis Branham, and Vernon Branham; several great grandchildren; his niece, Marla Higdon; sisters in law, Diane Rose, and Linda Williams; along with a host of extended family and special friends.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Waterville Baptist Church.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday, September 14, 2023, at 6:00 pm at Companion Funeral Home of Cleveland with Pastor Joe Brooks officiating. The family will be receiving friends from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm prior to the service.

You are invited to share a personal memory of Maynard or your condolences with his family at his online memorial located at www.compaionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home of Cleveland and the Cody family are honored to assist the family with these arrangements.