Robert F. Braden, age 77 of Clinton, passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2011, at Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge. He was a member of Clinch River Baptist Church in Lake City. Robert loved his family and friends and will be greatly missed by all. Robert also had a love for food. He enjoyed all food but hot dogs and spaghetti were among his favorites.
Preceded in death by his parents, Van and Oma Braden; brothers, Earl and James Braden; sisters, Vic Clevenger, Fannie Daniels, Pat Jackson and Shelby Gilliam.
Survivors:
Wife of 49½years Billie Braden
Sons: Carl Braden and wife Tammy
Neal Braden and wife Sandy
Sister: Wanda Burton and husband Johnny
Grandchildren: Adam, Ashlyn, Jordan and wife Ashley, Chandler and Gavin
Great Grandchild: Briley Braden

A special thanks to the staff of Methodist Medical Center, NHC Nursing Home of Oak Ridge and Briarcliff Nursing Home for the kindness and care provided to Robert and his family.

The family will receive friends Thursday, July 21st, from 5-7PM at Clinch River Baptist Church in Lake City. Funeral service will follow at 7 o'clock with Pastor Keith Tillman, Rev. Tom Byrge and Pastor Larry Webster officiating. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to Clinch River Baptist Church,"Missions by Faith" Fund, P.O. Box 968, Lake City, TN 37769. Graveside service will be Friday, July 22, 2011, at 12:00PM at Grandview Memorial Gardens in Clinton. Honorary pallbearers will be Charles Mills and Larry Robbins. Holley-Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton is in charge of arrangements. www.holleygamblefh.com