Rose May Branson

Rose was born in Hansen, Nebraska, on August 11, 1924, to Alva and Katherine Peabody. She was the youngest of 12 children and spent her childhood in Nebraska. She was married to Walter A. York on November 2, 1942; together they were blessed with three sons. Prior to Walt’s passing in 1958, the family lived and worked in Uravan, Colorado. She married H. Hugh Branson on August 12, 1959, and added his three sons to her family.

Rose spent most of her life in the Plateau Valley area. She owned and operated “Branson’s Drive In” in Collbran for 30 years. Rose enjoyed traveling, fishing, entertaining, and cooking. We will always remember her teaching us to make hamburgers, gravy, cookies, and fresh homemade bread. She was also actively involved with Rebecca’s and Lions Clubs. During retirement Hugh and Rose would pack up their motorhome traveling the western states, meeting folks from around the country, making many more close and dear friends to share their travels. She will be deeply missed by her friends, family, and all who knew her. We love you, Mom, Grandma, Aunt Rose.

Rose is survived by her children, Dale (Cindy) York, (Becky) York, Larry Branson, Darrel Branson, and Edwin (Susan) Branson. Rose also leaves behind 16 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, 12 great-great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, and many, many loving friends.

Rose is preceded in death by her husband, Hugh; sons, Daniel and David York; and stepdaughter, Thelma Martin.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made in Rose’s name to HopeWest Hospice of Plateau Valley. The family of Rose wishes to thank the staff of the Hospice Center for their kind and gentle care of our Mother.