Brenda Faye Branch

Brenda Faye Branch, 76, of Bassett, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2026, at Stuart Hospital. She was born on January 1, 1950, to the late Clarence Wike and Emma Drewery Wike.

In addition to her parents, Brenda was preceded in death by her loving husband, James R. Branch Sr.; her son, Stephen Branch; one great-granddaughter Anna Leigh Gammons; her brother, Clarence Wike; and her sister, Carolyn Turner.

Brenda will be lovingly remembered by her two sons, James R. Branch Jr. and Giles Branch; four grandchildren, Shelia Branch, Victoria McCoy, Ganesa Branch, and Matt Branch; Six great-grandchildren; Naveah Branch, Macy Gammons, James Branch III, Tayler McCoy, Bentley Donovant, and Ivy McCoy, her brother; Greg Wike; and her three sisters, Phyllis Allen, Susan Hall, Cathy Henderson.

She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and sister who cherished her family dearly. One of the greatest joys in her life was spending time with her grandchildren and creating loving memories with those she held closest to her heart. Her love, strength, and devotion to her family will remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Brenda leaves behind a legacy of love that will continue through her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and the many lives she touched throughout her years. Though she will be deeply missed, the memories she created and the love she shared will forever be cherished by her family.

Funeral Services will be conducted on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Bassett Funeral Service Chapel. Visitation will be held from 11:00 A.M. until 12:00 P.M., with the funeral service following at 12:00 P.M.

Interment will follow at Hardy Family Cemetery on Murray Hill Road.

Bassett Funeral Service is serving the Branch family.