Joseph Edward Branch Jr.

Mr. Joseph E. Branch of Dallas Texas passed away on July 12, 2023. He was born in Proctor Arkansas February 1, 1953. He graduated from Roosevelt High school, (Dayton Ohio) in 1972, after which he joined the United States Navy where he completed training May 26, 1974, 1st regiment, and 13th battalion. After service as a Chief Petty Officer, he completed studies for industrial drafting technology at the ITT technical Institute.

In 1984, he relocated to California where he became an instructor at the Irvine Valley College. In 1992, Joseph and his family relocated to Dallas Texas where he was employed by Texas Instruments. Joseph went on to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree from ITT Technical Institute in Project Management Administration. He was an active member of The Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship since 2002. He was an active member of Good Street Masonic Lodge #182 since 2010. He was the founder and CEO of J &J Design and Services. He was a football and basketball coach for the Rams Organization for many years. Joseph loved to train dogs, bowl, fish, play tennis and spend time with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, father the late Joseph Branch Jr. and mother, the late Virgie Mae Branch. He leaves to cherish his memory his loving and devoted wife Juanita Branch with over 50 years of devotion. Sons DaJuan Franklin of Las Vegas Nevada, and Bryan Banks of Pine Bluff Arkansas. Sister, Billie Jean Branch of Dayton Ohio. Brothers, Earl Spencer of Chicago Illinois, Donald R. Branch Sr of Dayton Ohio and Clyde P. Branch of Aurora Illinois. A host of nephews, nieces, family members and friends.