Emma R. Braun

Emma Ruth Braun, 81 of Preston St., Bedford, died Thursday, November 26, 2009 at Colonial Courtyard in Bedford.  She was born August 7, 1928 in Bedford, daughter of the late John W. and Lillie V. (Sherman) Cessna.  On August 27, 1955 in Boston, MA, she married Robert B. Braun, and he preceded her in death on April 28, 2002.  She is survived by two sisters: Mary E. Wife of Paul Deasey of Everett,  Joan V. wife of Ronald Conner of Queen, two brothers; Cecil P. Cessna and wife Janet of Chambersburg, Rev. Lowell Cessna and wife Carolyn of Midland, TX, many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and several great-great nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by three brothers; Luther, James and infant John Cessna.

Mrs. Braun was a 1949 graduate of Bedford High School.  She retired after 40 years as an administrative assistant for Liberty Mutual Insurance Company in Boston.  She was a loving wife, sister, aunt, and friend, and will be greatly missed by all of those who knew her.

Funeral Services, Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. from Yeager Memorial Lutheran Church in Rainsburg, with Rev. Jenny Barnes officiating.  Burial at the Woods Church Cemetery.  Friends will be received at the Timothy A. Berkebile Funeral Home in Bedford, on Monday evening from 7-9 p.m. and on Tuesday morning at the Church, one hour prior to the service.  Those wishing may make contributions to the Humane Society of Bedford County, 1108 Lutzville Road, Everett, PA  15537.  Our on line guest book is available at www.berkebilefuneralhome.com.