Billy Joe "B. J." Branham

March 15, 1935 - February 4, 2013

Big Stone Gap, VA Billy Joe "B. J." Branham, 77, went home to greet his precious Savior on Monday morning (Feb. 4, 2013) at his home, and there was a rejoicing in Heaven. Mr. Branham was born in Dickenson County, and had resided in Big Stone Gap since 1967. He served his country in the United States Army, and retired from Southwest Oil Co. in Big Stone Gap after 35 years. He was a dedicated father, and a wonderful role model for his children. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dova Branham; his father, Luster Branham; and a sister, Wilma Hurley. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Ethel Branham; one son, Billy D. Branham, of the home; daughter, Teresa Gupton (Chris Newsome) of East Stone Gap, VA; granddaughter, Hillary Lovell of Big Stone Gap; grandson, Joseph N. Gupton of East Stone Gap; great grandchildren, Aubrey and Cheyenne Nichols and Noah Gupton; sister, Emma Lou Delaney; brothers, Mac, Bob, and Roy Branham; and one special cousin, Wayne McCowan. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday at Holding Funeral Home (17 E. 3rd St., N.) in Big Stone Gap. The funeral service will follow in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Alan Collier officiating. The committal service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday in the Newberry Family Cemetery in Haysi, VA. To view the obituary and offer condolences, please visit www.holdingfuneralhome.com. Holding Funeral Home is honored to serve the Branham family.