William Henry Braughton
June 12, 1928 ~ October 28, 2011
William Henry Braughton, 83, Camby, died October 28, 2011, in St. Francis Hospital, Mooresville. Mr. Braughton was born June 12, 1928, in New Paris, Ohio, to the late Henry Taylor and Lucille (Cowgill) Braughton.
Mr. Braugthon proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He worked for 44 years for Conrail Rail Road as a Production Engineer, retiring in 1988. He was a member of the American Legion in New Paris, Ohio and the Mooresville VFW Post 1111. He was also a faithful member of The Church at Mt. Gilead and enjoyed spending time at the Mooresville Senior Center.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn Mae Linkous Braughton; son, Terry; brothers, Gary and Robert Braughton.
Survivors include his son, Todd A. Braughton (Michelle) of Camby; daughter, Vicki A. Alumbaugh (Jerry) of Mooresville; sisters, Joann Moore of Ohio, Linda Johnson of Ohio and Verna Jean Arden of Richmond; brother, Herschel Braughton of Ohio; grandchildren, Jennifer Alumbaugh, William Alumbaugh (Misty) and Carlotta Braughton; great grandchildren, Ethan William Alumbaugh and Kaleb Paul Alumbaugh; aunt, Violet McCain of Ohio; 33 nieces and nephews; a host of great nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will begin at 1 p.m., Tuesday, November 1, 2011, at the Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville, with calling there from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, October 31, 2011. Burial will be in West Newton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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I grew up with all the Braoghtons and we did have some times! Maybe Joann remembers. Delores Harkleroad had a crush on Billy ,but I was just his friend. We all had good old fashion fun i n our day! Sorry for all of the family loss. Lawana Hunt.
So sorry to hear of loss of your grandfather. You and your family are in my prayers.
So very sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Val Jacobs
Joann Moore is following this tribute.
so sorry for your loss… we had good times at my Mom & Dads .. all of you <3 🙂 me and Linda were the youngest of all of you and you picked on us ...:) .. I know you will be missed :(... May the Lord hold you in his Arms always!! God Bless John and Judy (Long) Thompon
He was a Special Brother, and will always be in our hearts. Miss him very much. Love Joann
Thank you Judy, You knew him well !!!!
You will be missed so very much! Your smile would light up any room and I always felt at ease when you were around! I know you were loved very much and will be missed just as much by your family and friends. May you rest in peace and all those that loved you cherish the time they have had with you! Love, Shannon Chambers
Your smile I will always remember. Thank you so much for being my Dad’s friend while he was here, and needed someone you were always there for him. I know that you and Marilyn are together in heaven and having a great time. My prayers are with your family, especially Jennifer I know she will miss you terrilby. Thank you for being a part of our life, and sharing so many good memories together. Enjoy eternity in heaven, we will get to see you again some day. Blessings to your family.
ON BEHALF OF THE COMRADES AND SISTERS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE AND OUR DEPARTED COMRADE.OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.SINCERELY VETERANS OF FORIEGN WARS OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF INDIANA STATE CHAPLAIN KEISTON R.HOLLOWAY