Robert Orcen "Hap" Branson
Obituaries
Grand Junction Daily Sentinel page 3D Obituary - July 19, 2020
Robert Orcen
“Hap” Branson
November 14, 1935 - April 22, 2020
Robert Orcen “Hap” Branson,
of Grand Junction, Colorado,
passed away at home on April
22, 2020, with his loving
family by his side. He was 84
years old. Hap loved big! He
never met a stranger and could
tell stories for days. Hap was a
devoted husband, kind father
and grandfather, storyteller, fisherman, hunter, singer of old songs,
inventor, generous friend, and fierce lover of his family.
Hap was born in Del Norte, Colorado, on November 14, 1935, to
Melvin John and Mamie Leota Branson. After graduating from high
school, he joined the Marines and was stationed in the Philippines.
Hap met and married the love of his life, Betty Lou Canaday, on
July 27, 1962. His career included working as a caster, miner, and
electrician. He was also a proud member of the mine rescue team.
Hap started and managed several of his own businesses, including
A Second Attic Storage.
Hap is survived by his wife, Betty Lou, and children, Hiedi Lou,
Shannan Sue, and Michael Shane.
A memorial service will be held at the VA Cemetery in Grand
Junction, Colorado, at 10:00 a.m. on July 24, 2020.
In Hap’s memory, please be kind, share joy, and care for
