James F. Braughler
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April 26, 1934 - June 28, 2026 Burial Date: July 3, 2026 Visitation will be held on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the St. Charles Catholic Church in New Bethlehem. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 12 p.m. at the church with Reverend Father Jason Feigh serving as celebrant. |
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James Franklin Braughler 4/26/1934- 6/28/2026 Our beloved father entered into God’s Kingdom on June 28th, 2026. James Franklin Braughler was born to James’s “Dale” Braughler and Hazel Nolf of New Bethlehem, on April 26th, 1934. He married soulmate and partner of 65 years, Shirley Ann Connor, on June 30th, 1956. He was a beloved member of the community. He proudly served as a rural mail carrier for USPS for 38 years. He also enjoyed driving a school bus, serving with the Knights of Columbus, and greeting parishioners at St. Charles Catholic Church. Those who knew Jim will remember his gentle kindness, many jokes, and infectious smile. He was happiest tinkering in his garage, enjoying a western movie, camping with his family, or of course, over a bowl of ice cream. He is survived by 3 children, Greg Braughler (Kim), Michelle O’Brien, and Kristen McIlroy (Chris), 7 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren, with another on the way. He is preceded in death by his wife Shirley Braughler, his sisters Betty Dinger and Mary Lou Skinner and a son-in-law Pat O’Brien. A viewing followed by a mass of Christian burial will be Friday July 3rd at St. Charles Church in New Bethlehem. Viewing 10 am-12 pm Mass 12 pm Luncheon to follow in the parish hall Donations in lieu of flowers to St. Charles Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.alcornfuneralhome.com.
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