Carol Ann Branch

James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel Mrs. Carol A. Branch, age 48, a lifelong resident of Sneads, FL passed away late Tuesday night at her home with husband Louie Branch following a courageous battle with kidney disease. Carol was preceded in death by her father, Carl Burnham of Sneads, FL. Carol was a wonderful mother, daughter, sister, and wife. Most importantly she was a friend to all who knew her. However her most cherished title was that of "Mimi" given by her grandson Sammy who loved her dearly. She was a dedicated Registered Nurse for several years until complications from her kidney disease arose. She was talented cross stitch artist and won several awards for her skills. She was also a wonderful cook and one of the ways she showed her love was with her remarkable dishes. Carol touched many lives during her brief presence; she will be deeply missed by all as she joins our lord and savior. She is survived by her husband of 12 years, Louie Branch, step-daughter Victoria Branch and Heather Connell; daughter Candice Searcy and husband William Searcy, and grandson Sammy Searcy; twin sister Carla Wikle and husband Danny Wikle; niece Leigh Colson, and mother Juanell Hagan. Funeral services will be at 2 p. m. Sunday, February 24, 2013 at Sneads Pentecostal Church with Rev. Jimmy Wright officiating. Interment will follow at Pope Cemetery with James & Sikes Funeral Home Maddox Chapel directing. Visitation with the family will be from 5 to 7 p. m. Saturday, February 23, 2013 at Maddox Chapel.