Mary Ann Braham

Born February 24,1950 in Morgantown WV, she was the daughter of the late Harvey and Mary Lloyd who preceded her in death.

She was also preceded in death by her brother-in-law Buddy Pratt; and beloved grandmother, Elizabeth Trevillian, who held a special place in her heart.

She graduated from Fairview High School in 1968. She attended college at WVU in Morgantown, where she met the love of her life.

On April 10, 1971, Mary Ann married Larry Braham, who survives. They were married 55 years.

In addition to Larry, Mary Ann is survived by one brother, Allen Lloyd (Brenda) and one sister Carolyn McCoy; two sons, Jeremy (Kimberly) and Nicolas; seven grandchildren, Cody (Heather), Sierra (Ryan), Joshua, Alexis, Carly, Colby, Connor; and two great-grandchildren, Carter and Rylee, as well as numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Throughout her lifetime, Mary Ann worked as a bookkeeper/o􀆯ice manager at Morris Tile, substitute teacher for Montgomery County Maryland schools, Chaplain at Frederick Memorial Hospital, and Chaplain at Heartland Hospice.

After raising her two sons, Mary Ann made the decision to continue her education. She received her bachelor’s degree and completed her Doctorate of Christian Counseling at Andersonville Seminary.

Her book, Ministry to the Sick and Dying, was authored and published in 2002.

Mary Ann was a faithful servant to the Lord. Through her ministry, she was able to bring many to Jesus. She was ordained in 2003, and began ministering to others by officiating weddings, funerals and baptisms. She officiated her grandson Cody’s (Heather) wedding as well as her niece Elizabeth’s (James) wedding among others. She also baptized her grandchildren Cody, Sierra and Joshua. Mary Ann was a blessing to many.

In 2008, Mary Ann and Larry relocated to South Carolina, where she continued to work as a Chaplain in the Myrtle Beach area.

Some of her favorite hobbies included traveling, solving puzzles, visiting with family, crocheting and spending time with her sewing group.

To continue growing her relationship with the Lord, she recently took Theological Seminary classes through Hillsdale College.

Per her wishes, Mary Ann’s body has been cremated. Her family will be holding a private Celebration of Life in her honor.