Catherine Elizabeth Branscum, 68, of Batesville, Arkansas, passed away on January 26, 2020. She was born on January 21, 1952, in San Bernadino, CA to Charles and Margaret Loveland. Catherine was a beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and best friend.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, David Loveland and Charles Loveland, and sister, Mary Leslie. She is survived by husband, Kenneth Branscum; sons, Kenneth L. Branscum and James T. Branscum; daughters, Deanna C. Marrs, Dena L. Drummond, and Charlie D. Spiker-Branscum; as well as many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 29, 2020, at Willis Funeral Home from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. The funeral service, officiated by Jeff Norhook, will be held on Thursday, January 30, starting at 10:00 a.m.  Burial will follow at Witt Springs Cemetery in Witt Springs, Arkansas.