Duane L. Branum, 74, passed away peacefully on Sunday May 19, 2019 at Georgetown Memorial Hospital in Georgetown, South Carolina. He was born on September 23, 1945 in Kokomo, Indiana to the late Rufus Branum& Betty Smith Branum.
Duane proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Upon his honorable discharge, Duane went on to become a Job Setter in the automotive industry. He was a member of the Indiana Viper Club for many years, serving as the Club President for 4 years.Following his retirement after 44 years of dedication to the Chrysler Corp., Duane was able to enjoy time with his family and friends. He will be truly missed.
Left to cherish Duane’s memory are his beloved wife, Krista L. Branum of Surfside Beach, SC; two sons, Christopher Branum, of Dundein, FL & Nickolas Branum, of Nashville, TN; one step son, Stephen Stason, of Indianapolis, IN; two step-daughters, Tracey(Edward) McKissick, of Walton, IN & Marcia (Michael) Graves, of Peru, IN; two grandchildren; and many supportive friends and neighbors.
A Celebration of Duane’s life will be held 11:30 AM Friday, May 24, 2019 at Burroughs Funeral Home, 3558 Old Kings Highway, Murrells Inlet, SC 29576.
Burroughs Funeral home & Cremation Services of Murrells Inlet, (843.651.1440) is assisting the family with arrangements.
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