Robert Burel Branson

Robert Burel Branson, 77, of Farmington, died Sunday, January 23, 2011, in Farmington. He was born January 9. 1934, in Sommersville, MO. to Dewitt and Ocie Branson. He attended high school in Ruidoso and joined the U.S. Air Force in 1951. He served in the Korean War and was honorably discharged in 1954. He moved to Farmington in 1957 and worked as a pipe fitter until his retirement. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jean Short Branson;daughter, Toni Lee; son, Wade; and a sister, Patricia Martindale. He is survived by his wife, Louise Parten Branson; former wife, Toni Zufelt and her sons, Allen and Robert and daughter, Shrol Cerny; Jeans children, David Short, Barbara Barr, Cathy Bihlmaier and Elizabeth Short; sisters, Elaine Freshour, Donna Lee and Lynn Boyd; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was an avid sportsman; a true and generous friend who enjoyed life with a hearty laugh and a wicked sense of humor. He will be greatly missed by his friends and loved ones. Arrangements are with: Daniels Family Funeral Services 804 N. Dustin Ave. Farmington, New Mexico 87401 (505) 326-3671