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Michael Branton Obituary

Rev. Michael Leroy Branton, 66, of McClellanville passed away on Thursday February 20. Smith-McNeal Funeral Home, Inc. 4129 Highway 17 N, Awendaw SC 29429

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Feb. 27, 2025.

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RHONDA A. MITCHKETCHENS

June 3, 2025

MIKE, YOU WILL SURELY BE MISSED DOWN HERE ON EARTH FROM CLASS # 1977 WE WERE COUSIN ON THE HOWARD BRANTON SIDE MY GREAT GRAND AUNT LOUISE AKA EASSA MARRIED YOUR GRAND FATHER TUBOY(SMILE). I REMEMBER BACK WHEN YOU ASKED "HOW ARE WE RELATED? :) AND I TOLD YOU THIS AND YOU WENT AND ASKED YOUR DAD AND HE TOLD YOU THE SAME... MAN DID WE HAVE A GOOD LAUGH... FAMILY IS NEAR AND FAR JUST GOT TO KEEP THEM IN OUR PRAYERS AND HEART....

Harold Wigfall

February 28, 2025

Sadden by his departure,may HE rest With the Angels!!

Bishop Jimmie Smith

February 26, 2025

Condolences to the entire Branton family for the passing of your loved one. May the love of a God give your family peace. You'll are in our prayers.

Shameka

February 24, 2025

Michael will be missed in the flesh but his kindness and his smile will always remain in my memories of him.

Zeedella Franklin

February 24, 2025

A beautifully written obituary for a wonderful soul. He certainly never forgot a voice. I remember celebrating Thanksgiving at Aunt Georgie's house a couple of years ago, and it was my first time seeing my cousin since he lost his sight. I greeted him and joked that he probably didn't remember who I was. He replied, "Oh yes, I do! You're Thomas and Thelma's daughter." I laughed and teased that he must have had someone tell him in advance.
 
Michael´s infectious smile and warm personality were gifts to us all, and I will miss him dearly. While I have many clergy members in my family, Michael was the first person who came to mind when we bought our home. He graciously offered to bless our house over the phone, without a moment´s hesitation, and it meant the world to me.
 
Though his physical presence will be deeply missed, the spirit and memories of Michael will forever remain in our hearts.

Van Della

February 24, 2025

Sending heartfelt condolences and prayers from Thelma Maxwell´s Florida family members.

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