Mrs. Mary (Betty) Braman
June 24, 1939 - October 14, 2010
Braman, Mrs. Mary E. (Betty), of Saginaw, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 14, 2010, with her family at her side. Age 71 years. Mary Elizabeth Blackwell was born on June 24, 1939, in Blackall, Queensland, Australia, to the late Reginald and Molly (Head) Blackwell. Mary graduated from Bay City Handy in 1958. She was married to Robert E. Braman on June 27, 1959, in Bay City. She worked at Vescio’s as a cashier. She is survived by her husband, Robert, and their four children, Robert E. Braman, Jr.; Donald (Michele) Braman; Kimberly (Paul) Newman; Thomas (Lynn) Braman; five grandchildren, Zachary and Kayla Newman; Krystle, Cherish, and Ciara Braman; one great-grandchild, Collin; a cousin, Malcolm (Larraine) Green, Australia. Mary is also survived by her special friends of many years, Dorothy Rettmann and her family. Her faithful bulldog, Simon, and cats, Kiss and Hugs were always by her side. Mom enjoyed working in the yard and caring for her many house plants. She enjoyed shopping for treasures at local thrift shops. She always enjoyed a hot cup of tea while sitting on the front porch with friends and neighbors. She loved the 4th of July and rarely missed the Saginaw Fireworks display. Mary’s family wishes to extend their thanks to the Saint Mary’s, 7-south staff, who became “extended family”, and to the VNA Hospice staff for the loving care provided. Sincere thanks to Dr. P. K. Bhattacharyya, Dr. K. Ghosheh, and Dr. J. Bartnik, whom mom loved and respected. The celebration of Mary’s life will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 19, 2010, at the Wakeman Funeral Home, Inc., 1218 N. Michigan Ave. Pastor Larry Osweiler will officiate. Friends are welcome to visit with the family on Monday from 2:00 – 8:00 p.m., then on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Memorial contributions may be given to the Saginaw Area Fireworks. Memories and sympathies of Mary may be shared with the family on her Obituary page at WakemanFuneralHome.com
Braman, Mrs. Mary E. (Betty), of Saginaw, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 14, 2010, with her family at her side. Age 71 years. Mary Elizabeth Blackwell was born on June 24, 1939, in Blackall, Queensland, Australia,... View Obituary & Service Information