Ted (Teddy Bear) Branham, passed away September 1, 2014 at his home in Zephyrhills. He was born May 25, 1954 in St Louis, MO to Gene and Ruby Branham. He was employed by Midstate Machine and Fabrication of Lakeland.Ted was a strong family man and an avid hunter and fisherman. He was preceded in death by his father, Gene Branham. Survivors include his beloved wife, Monica, of 35 years; 2 sons, Jeremy Branham and wife, Candy (his favorite daughter in law) and Christopher Branham; granddaughter, Shelbie Branham; mother, Ruby Branham; 2 brothers, Jessee and Terry; and many nieces and nephews.Visitation will take place from 2-3 PM Saturday, September 13, at Hodges Family Funeral Home, Zephyrhills Chapel. A memorial service will be conducted at 3 PM.