James William Braman, age 78, of Gladstone, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, September 21, 2021 at his home in Gladstone.
Jim was born June 25, 1943, in Saginaw, MI, the son of Clyde and Ivy (Glover) Braman. He was a 1961 graduate of Saginaw High School. Following graduation, Jim joined the United States Army and served as a Military Policeman until his honorable discharge in 1966.
Jim was united in marriage to Michele Wend on December 21, 1990 in Saginaw. During that time, Jim worked for General Motors as a Job Setter until his retirement in 1999. After retirement Jim and his family relocated to the Upper Peninsula in 1999.
In addition to his loving wife, Michele, Jim is survived by:
Son: James Braman of Gladstone, MI
Daughters: Kinsley Braman of Molalla, OR
Shannon Brown of Tennessee
Siblings: Mike Braman and Debbie Eschenbacher
Grandchildren: Kyleigh, Elaina, Nickolas and Caroline Braman. Tanner, Tucker and Carmen Letteriello. Ella and Caiden Brown
Special Friend: Bob Bauman
In addition to his Parents, Jim is preceded in death by:
Siblings: Bob Braman, Clyde “Butch” Braman and JoAnne Husen.
Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting the Braman family.
Kerry L. Getzloff - WILSON, MI
Michelle, James and family,
I was saddened by the news of Jim’s passing. May your memories comfort you, and the memories that others share bring you laughter.
We will continue to have you in our thoughts and prayers.
Tim & Kerry Getzloff
Laurie Bryant - Gladstone, MI
James and family, we are so saddened to hear of your dad’s passing. He was a soft spoken, kind man. He was always so good to Jeremy, who has many good memories with him. Hold tight to all the wonderful memories. Know that heaven has gained another angel. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Bruce, Laurie, Shannon and Jeremy Bryant
Nancy & Ron Getzloff-Nelson - Wausaukee , WI
So sorry for your family’s loss. Love to all of you.
Laurie Bryant - escanaba, mi
James and family, we are so saddened to hear of your dad’s passing. He was a soft spoken, kind man. Keep all the wonderful
memories near and dear in your hearts. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bruce, Laurie, Shannon & Jeremy Bryant
Kimberly Kay Braman Newman - Saginaw, MI
So sorry to hear of Uncle Jim’s passing. 🙁
Jane and Bob Kleiman - Gladstone , Mi
Michelle, James, Kingsley,
So sad to hear about your loss. Jim was always so friendly and kind. We enjoyed having your family as neighbors. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wally and Mary Schmidt - Castle Rock, Co
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Wally has many fun memories of his friendship with Jim.
Donald R Braman - Freeland , MI
So sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. Always enjoyed visiting with him and playing horseshoes at the family reunions, he will be greatly missed by family and friends, I am praying for the family .
Anne Garvey - Gladstone , MI
Michelle, Kinsley, James, and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I have precious memories with Mr. Braman and I will cherish them forever. He was always willing to help and so forgiving of my adolescent ways, I thank him for that.
May he Rest In Peace.