Jimmy Swain Branch, age 75, of Lumberton died on Wednesday, May 24, 2017.  He was born in Robeson County, NC on July 25, 1941 to the late Thomas Bert Branch and the late Mary Jane Britt Branch.  He was a self-employed carpenter.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Eloise Britt Branch; a son, Jeffrey Branch; a sister, Linda Cox; and a grandchild, Anthony W. Branch, Jr.

Mr. Branch is survived by his son, Anthony Branch (Melissa) of Lumberton; brothers, Johnny Branch (Gina) and Tommy Branch all of Lumberton; grandchildren, Justin and Hunter Branch.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 1, 2017 at 7:00 PM at Floyd Memorial Chapel with Rev. Johnny Bruce and Pastor Kevin Taylor officiating.   A time for visitation will be held prior to the service from 5:00-7:00 PM at Floyd Mortuary & Crematory, Inc., 809 East 5th Street in Lumberton.

The burial will be private at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.