Piatt County, IL Obituaries
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Richard Branch
Posted: 03/11/2025
Richard BranchRichard G. Branch, 88 of White Heath, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025 at his home.He was born November 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, 2 sons, Doug (Sue) of White Heath and Kirk (Jenna) of Monticello, 4 grandchildren, Ashley (Brad) Rexroad, Angela (Tobe Williams) Suter, Bailey Branch, and Cade Branch, 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
https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/journal-republican/name/richard-branch-obituary?id=57851934
