Rev. Michael Branscome, 72, of Pinehurst, passed to his heavenly home peacefully surrounded by his family on December 20, 2023. Known to most as “Pastor Mike” he devoted his life to sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ and loving people. Mike served the Lord faithfully in Pastoral Ministry for over 40 years.
Mike and his Wife Linda celebrated 50 years of marriage in December and family was so important to Mike. He shared his love for his kids and 5 grandchildren to anyone that would listen. Mike loved to preach, play golf, read, watch college basketball and follow anything to do with Wake Forest University. Mike will be remembered most for never meeting a stranger and his unconditional love for all people.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents Posey and Velma Branscome. Mike is survived by his Wife Linda, Daughter, Amy Garner (Kevin), Son Michael Branscome Jr. (Heather) 5 grandchildren, Dylan, Emma, Katie, Stephen and Campbell, Sister, Debbie Maynard (Steve), Brother, Butch Branscome (Amy) 2 nieces and 2 nephews.
A Celebration of Life Service will be on December 30, 11am at Aberdeen First Baptist Church with visitation to follow.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to FirstHealth Hospice and
Palliative Care, 150 Applecross Road, Pinehurst, NC 28374.
Online condolences may be made at www.bolesfuneralhome.com.
Services are entrusted to Boles Funeral Home.
