Betty Jean Branan's Obituary
Betty Jean Branan, 67, of Memphis, Tennessee, passed away on June 6, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer.
Betty was born on September 1, 1956, to Harry & Rita Branan in Memphis, Tennessee. After graduating from Bishop Byrne High School, she went on to study at Christian Brothers College.
“Miss” Betty was known for teaching dance in the Memphis and Southaven area. She taught dance, gymnastics, and baton for decades including at her own studio in Batesville, Ms.
Betty was preceded in death by her parents, Harry & Rita Branan, and her sister Anita Branan.
She is survived by her daughter, Miranda (Lindsey) Toomey, sister Janice McAfee, niece Kim McAfee, nephew Brian (Amy) Smith, nephew Martin Smith, and nephew Brent McAfee.
Memorial visitation will be held at Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery in Memphis, Tennessee from 1-3pm. The service is a drop-in visitation, and all are invited to come at any time.
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