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Andrew A. Branicky, 101, of Benwood, WV, peacefully passed away on April 1, 2024, at his home with family. He was born on January 22, 1923, in Benwood, WV, the son of the late Andrew John and Mary Ann (Dvorcak) Kramar Branicky.
Andy attended St. John's High School in Bellaire; attended Seminary then served in the Merchant Marines. He was a proud U.S. Army veteran who served during the Korean War era.
Andy dedicated his life to hard work and service. He retired from the former Blaw Knox Foundry in Wheeling, WV.
A man of faith and community, Andy was a member and former chaplain of the American Legion, Post No. 46, Benwood, WV. He was also a member, former lector, and past president of the parish council of St. John Catholic Church in Benwood, WV, where he actively contributed to his parish. Additionally, Andy served on the City of Benwood Water Board, demonstrating his commitment to local governance.
In his leisure time, Andy found joy in planting a vegetable garden every spring caring for his lawn, hedges, roses and peonies.
Andy was well known to many local Starbucks' locations. He enjoyed a good cup of coffee and the company of others. He would often be described as "a real character."
Andy is survived by his loving children: David Branicky of Benwood; Celeste (Larry) Kelly of Yardley, PA; Monica (Keith) Schemp of Grapevine, TX; and Drew (Tammy) Branicky of Sanger, TX; 4 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Andy joins his late wife, Kathleen L. (Keller) Branicky, as well as his twin sister, Ann Branicky, and siblings John M. Branicky, Helen Branicky, Joseph Kramar, Paul Kramar, Stephen Kramar , Ignatius Kramar, and Mary Ann Kramar Ferry, in eternal peace.
Friends will be received from 12-3 & 5-8 pm, Sunday, April 14, 2024, at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Benwood-McMechen Chapel, 214 Marshall Street, McMechen, WV, where a American Legion service will be held at 7 pm and a vigil service will be held at 7:30 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 am, Monday, April 15, 2024, at St. John Catholic Church, Benwood, with Rev. Doney Chacko as celebrant. Interment will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Wheeling, WV, with full military honors provided by the Moundsville Veterans Honor Guard.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to St. John Catholic Church, 622 Main Street, Benwood, WV 26031 or the Shriners Children's Hospital, PO Box 947765, Atlanta, GA 30394. Memorial contributions can also be made online at www.tmcfunding.com
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.alt meyerfuneralhomes. com