Sheila M. Branch

SHEILA MAE BRANCH Sheila Mae Branch, 65, of Wellington, FL passed away September 20, 2007. Sheila Mae was born May 3, 1942 in White Plains, New York to Ellsworth Sr. and Estelle Branch. Sheila received her formal education in the public schools of White Plains, New York. She continued on by attending A&T University in North Carolina. She received as Associates Degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Valhalla, New York. In 1966, Sheila had a son, Courtney, whom she loved very much. She worked as an LPN in the New York City area until she relocated to Wellington, FL in 1983. Sheila, affectionately known as ?Mamma? was totally unselfish and committed to her family, Courtney, Rhonda, and their children were the loves of her life. She loved to travel, but her passion was for caring for physically and mentally challenged children. In 2006, her dream, the ?Sheila Branch Foundation? was conceived. She was a die hard advocate for physically and mentally disabled children and families, although her kindness reached everyone she served as President and Founder until her passing. She leaves precious memories and a legacy to carry on with her son, Courtney, Rhonda, 8 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, 2 brothers Robert and Ellsworth Jr., 1 sister who proceeded her in death, Beverly, 2 sisters in law, Jannie and Emily, a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends, too many to name, all whom will sadly miss her. Lovingly Submitted, The Family A gathering will be held Tuesday, September 25, 2007 from 3pm-4pm with a memorial service following from 4pm-6pm at Palms West Funeral Home in Royal Palm Beach, FL. PALMS WEST FUNERAL HOME ROYAL PALM BEACH, FL. (561-753-6004)