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Kester F.
Branch

August 22, 1928 – September 9, 2018

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Obituary for Kester F. Branch

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Kester F. Branch, 90, of Asheville passed away peacefully Sunday, September 9, 2018 at The Laurels of Summit Ridge.
Mr. Branch was born August 22, 1928 in Yancey County to the late Kelse and Colleen Branch.
He was a member of Buckeye Baptist Church where he served many years as a Deacon.
Kester is survived by his wife, Etheline Branch; daughter, Mona Allen (Joe) of Haw Creek; sons, Hal Branch (Penny) of Canton and Tim Branch (Nancy) of Black Mountain; grandchildren, Jimi (Renee), Clint (Joy), Jake (Stacy), Briana, Brian (Cari), Katy (Jeremy), and Courtney; great-grandchildren, Amelia, Josiah, Carleigh, Rachel, Ramsey, Adaley, Hudson, Colton, Skylar, Leigha, and Eli.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at 11:00am in Buckeye Baptist Church. Burial will be in Ashelawn Gardens of Memory.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
Flowers are accepted and appreciated. Those desiring to make a memorial contribution are encouraged to consider: The Laurels of Summit Ridge, 100 Riceville Rd., Asheville, NC 28805.
Arrangements are in the care of Harwood Home for Funerals. www.harwoodhomeforfunerals.com

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Visitation

When Wednesday, September 12th, 2018 10:00am - 11:00am
Location
Buckeye Baptist Church
Address
102 West Buckeye Road
Swannanoa, NC 28778

Service Information

When
Wednesday, September 12th, 2018 11:00am
Location
Buckeye Baptist Church
Address
102 West Buckeye Road
Swannanoa, NC 28778

Interment Information

Location
Ashelawn Gardens of Memory
Address
901 Aiken Rd.
Asheville, NC 28804
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