Donald Branneman

Friday, May 6, 2022

Donald Branneman, 62, of Reelsville, passed away on Monday, May 2, 2022 at Union Hospital surrounded by his son and sister-in-law.

Don was born Nov. 10, 1959 to Helena and Bill Deboer.

He worked at Heartland Automotive for many years. Don served in the US Army.

Don enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, working in the yard, fishing and a loved a good fire.

He married the love of his life, Candie (Nelson) Branneman, in 2016. She preceded him in death in February 2020.

Don is survived by his son, Samuel Branneman; his grandkids, Sophia Branneman, Shelby-Jo Branneman, Alani Schell and Zacchaues Mullins; Candie’s son, Steven Pleake; Candie’s grandkids, Brody, Bryce, Reagan and Raylee Pleake; his sisters, Delena Stewart, Laura Wysoki and Debbie Monnett; his sisters-in-law, Cristie (Greg) Heberle and Susan (Steve) Clark; his brother-in-law, Curt Wilderman; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by sister-in-law Nancy (Nelson) Wilderman and mother-in-law Bev Nelson.

The family has chosen to do a private grave service at a later date with Pastor Jerry Campbell officiating.