David Branum

SIKESTON, Mo. — David Bradley "Brad" Branum, 66, of Sikeston, formerly of Cape Girardeau, died Monday, July 31, 2023, at Southeast Hospital in Cape Girardeau.

Brad was born Oct. 29, 1956, in Sikeston to Charles C. and Mary Etta Crader Branum. He lived in Cape Girardeau most of his life, attended Cape Girardeau Public Schools and was a 1975 graduate of Cape Central High School, and had attained the rank of Eagle Scout.

Brad was artistic and especially creative in making tie-dye garments for his family and friends. Upon request, he had designed tie-dye wedding dresses for more than one bride. He was an avid fan of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead. Traveling across the country, he attended multiple concerts and was proud to be called a "Deadhead".

Surviving are many cousins, including a special cousin, Lee Ann Yeargain and friend Jimmy Allmon, both of Sikeston, with whom he had made his home since 2018.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one infant son, Noah Branum.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4, at McMikle Funeral Home in Sikeston.

Interment will follow in Sikeston Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of McMikle Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Randy Smith, Clay Thomas, Francis Schaffer, Greg Tlapek, David Alcorn and Jon Johnson.

Online condolences may be shared at www.mcmiklefuneralhome.com.