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Richard Branch

Posted: 03/05/2025

WHITE HEATH - Richard G. Branch, 88, of White Heath passed away Monday (March 3, 2025) at home.He was born Nov. 16, 1936, in Paxton, the son of Paul and Irma (Johnston) Branch. They preceded him in death. He married Nancy Eastham on May 2, 1959, in Monticello.He is survived by his wife; two sons, Doug (Sue) of White Heath and Kirk (Jenna) of Monticello; four grandchildren, Ashley (Brad) Rexroad, Angela (Tobe Williams) Suter, Bailey Branch and Cade Branch; and his great-grandchildren, Caleb, Abegail, Thomas, Alex, Hunter and Mason. Also surviving is his twin brother, Thomas (Sherry) of Decatur.He worked 10 years at Magnavox, 28 years at Carle, and farmed several years.He was a member of the Centerville United Methodist Church, served in the Army, was on the Monticello School Board and was township trustee. He was a graduate of Monticello High School and attended Eastern Illinois University. He enjoyed coaching baseball, camping, fishing and teaching woodcarving.Services will be held at

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