FORT WORTH — James Elmer Branum, 87, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012. Funeral: 10 a.m. Saturday at South Park Baptist Church. Interment: Laurel Land Memorial Park. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Mayfield Kiser Funeral Home. Elmer, know to most as “Daddy O”, was born in Roxton on Nov. 5, 1924, to Than and Maggie Branum. He was a home builder most of his life and was raised to a master Mason in 1963 and he was also a Shriner and a member of the Deer Creek Lodge in Everman. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. Elmer served his country during World War II in the U.S. Army. He was a former member and deacon at Park Temple Baptist Church of Fort Worth, and was currently a member of South Park Baptist Church. He will be greatly missed by his 2 beloved pets Tina and JoJo. He was loved by all who knew him. He was kindhearted and was loved by his family… Elmer was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Tommie; son, Jerry Branum; and daughter, Karren Saick. Survivors: Son, James Branum and wife, Kim; daughter, Mary Castles and husband, Charles; daughter-in-law, Anita Branum; sister, Sarah Lansing; brothers, Glen and Doug Branum; eight grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-granddaughter.
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My deepest sympathy on the passing of your father and grandfather. No more pain, tears or sorrow for Mr. Branum.
May God’s promises bring you peace and comfort during your time of sorrow.
With love and concern,
Kimberly
Elmer is better know as Daddy O! We grandkids have always called him that. He will be greatly missed by anyone who knew him. I have never heard anyone say an unkind word about him. His 2 beloved pets JoJo and Tina will miss him greatly. Little Eli will miss running around the house yelling “Da O!”.
May the Lord wrap His arms of love and comfort around you and give you the strength you need. Elmer was an amazing man. Heaven has now gained an angel.
Love, Mike & Reta Graham
My heart is saddened to hear of the loss of this amazing, loving man, whom I was proud to call my uncle. If all men were like him, the world would be a truly great place! My condolences and love go out to Mary and James as well as the rest of Elmer’s family, for they have suffered much loss in a short time. Seek comfort in God’s loving arms and know our thoughts, love and prayers are with you all!
Love, Jimmy & Becky Foster and family.
Daddy-o was always there for us.I talked to someone today that was a stranger to me that knew him..very well. and that his devotion in life and what life carries..I know hes my grand dad but,I have never met anyone with a bigger heart…..I love you daddy-o….I miss you.
Daddy-o was one of the most kind hearted person that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. I will miss talking with him, and there is no doubt in my mind that he is one of the righteous,
“For we know that when this earthly tent we live in is taken down (that is, when we die and leave this earthly body), we will have a house in heaven, an eternal body made for us by God himself and not by human hands” 2 Corinthians 5:1
My wonderful father in law left us and went to heaven. When my own Dad passed Elmer stepped in as a Dad to me. He was a kind, pure and gentle man. I love him with all my heart and will miss him dearly.
Kim Branum
Elmer was a great christian loved his God and family Elmer was like a brother his kindness and generosity was shown to all that knew him especialy to my mother which I will never forget Elmer has run the race fought the battles and will receive the rewards that are instore for him not only to him but to all that love His appearing. gayland graham.
I was the first Grandchild, and I couldn’t say Grandad, so I started calling him Daddio.So the nicknmae stuck for all his Grandkids,and Great Grandkids. He was a good man. He loved to Hunt and Fish. He could build pretty much anything. He built me quite a few deerstands. I will always remember the good times when I was growing up and hunting and fishing with him. Daddio you will be greatly missed. We Love You, Chuck,Debra,Ty,and Lil Miss Peyton.
Elmer was my mother’s brother, my uncle and probably the best “42” player ever born. The last time I saw him he said he was ready to play a game. This kind hearted, gentle and hard working man will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
I am so very sorry for your loss.
we’ll all miss you Elmer and I’ll say a prayer tho i can’t be there.
I knew Elmer years ago at Park Temple, he was a kind and sweet person. I thought so much of him and Tommie and all the family, I was Karen’s GA leader at Park Temple. My prayers are with you all. May God be very close to all of you as you walk through this valley.
Sue Nichols
I am so thankful to have known Uncle Elmer and Aunt Tommie-I can recall some great memories spent with them and their family on visits to TX and living close to them as a young child, especially the rescued squirrel in the back yard, eating Mexican hot links, or riding in his truck. I was able to speak with him via phone in the later years but haved missed seeing him due to distance-such a sweet man! May God comfort his children and grand, and great-grandchildren during this time. Blessed is the man who makes the Lord his trust.Psalm 40. My prayers and thoughts are with you. Love-Rebecca Graham Brogdon, Chattanooga,TN
Daddy-O was my great grandfather and although we weren’t close, I know he was a good person. Im glad he got to meet my daughter, his first and only great great grandchild before he passed away. He lived a good life & he will be missed by all that knew him.