Roy Martin Branch

September 25, 1960 - February 17, 2022

Roy Martin Branch, 61, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed peacefully in the early morning of Thursday, February 17, 2022 with his wife and family by his side in the comfort of his home. He was born September 25th, 1960, in Norfolk, VA. Roy graduated from Norview High School in 1980. He had a passion for being outside either fishing, hunting, or skiing. Roy was also was an avid NASCAR fan. Roy was a man of Christ and always shared the Word of God every chance he got. Roy and Gloria met in junior high and continued a friendship into high school. However, it was not until their 30 year high school reunion where Roy and Gloria reconnected. On June 6, 2010, Roy and Gloria married and he forever was known as "her love". Roy and Gloria loved to travel and meet new people. One of Roy's greatest joys was getting to experience life in Big Sky, Montana. While in Montana, Roy and Gloria met friends who quickly became family. Roy is survived by his wife; Gloria Branch, his mother; his brothers; Billy Branch and Dwayne Harris, his sister Debbie Winters, his children; Beau, Stephen, Josh and Angel. He is predeceased by his dad Arnold Branch. Roy will be deeply missed but now he is in the arms of the Lord. A Celebration of Life will be held at The Church of Eleven 22-San Pablo Campus, 14286 Beach Blvd #2 Jacksonville, FL 32250 on Friday, March 25, 2022 at 10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the JED Foundation in honor of Roy M. Branch.