Earl M. Branham Mr. Earl M. Branham, 97, passed away Friday, January 31, 2014 in Laredo, Texas. Mr. Branham is preceded in death by his wife, Joyce L. Branham; and son, Monte Shird Branham. He is survived by his daughter, Brenda E. (Samuel G.) Crockett; granddaughters, Erin E. (Andrew) Oldham and Lindsay K. Crockett; and one great-grandson, Kaden Samuel Oldham. Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 3, 2014 in Henderson, Texas.