October 11, 2020, 88, Goldsboro

Burl Lawrence Braden, 88, of Goldsboro passed away Sunday, October 11, 2020 at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville.

A graveside service will be held Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 10 a.m. at Wayne Memorial Park in Dudley. The family will greet friends following the service.

Mr. Braden was born in Illinois on July 31, 1932 to the late Harry H. and Lora Morse Braden. He was retired from the United States Air Force.

He is survived by one son, Jerry Bean and wife, Donna Pender Bean of Goldsboro; one daughter, Sheila Thompson and husband, James of Goldsboro; one brother, Lyle Braden and wife, Janet of Colorado and one sister-in-law, Eva Braden of Illinois.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Braden was preceded in death by his wife, Betty L. Braden; two brothers, Arthur and Myron Braden and one grandson, Troy Bean.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to First Baptist Church of Goldsboro.

The family is in the care of Howell Funeral Home & Crematory in Goldsboro.