Michael Clark Branstetter of St. James passed away suddenly Thursday May 26, 2011 at the Phelps County Regional Medical Center . He was 53 years 5 months and 23 days of age.

Mike as he was known by this family and friends was born December 4, 1957 in Germany.

Mike is survived by his parents Don and Nacy J. McConnaughhay Branstetter of St. James., along with aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and a host of friends.

Mike was a member of the Lords Church and attended at the St. James Church of Christ. Mike was a friend to everyone and was always willing to help. Mike graduated from John F. Hodge High School and grew up in St. James. He and his father operated Mikeys Small Engine in St. James. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Mike is preceaded in death by his brother: Larry Branstetter, who entered into rest in 1983.

Services
Mike Branstetter will be in state from 5-8 p.m. Saturday May 28, 2011 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James.

Funeral Service will be conducted 2:00 p.m. Sunday May 30, 2011 at the Jones Funeral Home in St. James with Lynn Huggins officiating. Music will be provided by the St. J ames Church of Christ Singers. Pallbearers will be Dennis Branstetter, David Branstetter, Phillip Branstetter, Larry Asten, Brian Adams and Scott Adams. Burial will be in the St. James Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Jones Funeral Home in St. James, Mo.