Obituary of David Donovan Braun

David Donovan Braun, age 36, passed away on December 12, 2022, at Duke University Hospital. He suffered and painfully lost a long battle with cirrhosis, the result of alcohol addiction. David a.k.a. Stick, leaves behind six children, Maci Marie Hix (of Chavis Hix), Sophia Rose Braun, Tayla Lee Ivy and Destinee Noelle Collins (of Mandee Marlowe Ball), Rock Albert Braun and Jude Asher Jones, both with his fiancé of 7yrs Lauren Lemons. He is also survived by his Brother, Richard Albert Braun. Sister, Winona Rose Braun. Brother, Randall Wyatt Braun and two Nephews, Obie and Zion. After being born in Cherokee, he lived a few years as a toddler in Las Vegas. He then returned to Cherokee with his Mother and spent his summers in Las Vegas with his Father. At only 9 years old, David suffered the devastating loss of his Mother Annette Marie and Father Richard Albert Braun. This led to him being raised by his sister, as her son and Randy's big brother. David was a caring and attentive Father. Although Sophia lives in SC, she came to visit regularly and he also made the trip to see her there. He watched over all three girls from afar and he adopted young Jude as his own. A private setting up was held on December 19, 2022. Thank you Bethabara Church for venue, Family Support Services and Chief's office for food. The family Thanks those family and friends who attended and sent flowers. Mandee Marlowe (Daniel Ball), Ellie Lemons, Lynn Lemons, Judy Burnett, Betty Ledford, Beth Teesateskie, Yona Wade, Michael Lambert, David Horrell and Sabrina Matthews, Keith Buff and Taisya Waldroup. We also appreciate all the love and support received from all the friends and family sent by phone calls, text and social media. Much love to you all, David was an extraordinary guy, and it was wonderful to experience the outpouring of care from everyone. Long House Funeral Home assisted the Family with final arrangements.