Robert Jerrold "Jerry" Braden, 66, passed away Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at his home surrounded by family.

Jerry was born July 26, 1952 in Salem, OH, son of the late Robert O. and Dona Lower Braden.

He was a 1971 graduate of East Palestine High School and attended Kent State University. He retired as a Material Handler from Technocap in Warren.

Jerry loved reading, travel, history and spending time with his family and friends.  He was patriotic and believed all things relied on hard work and faith.  He was a proud and kind man.

He is survived by his wife of 34 years, whom he married March 24, 1984, the former Amy Paradise; a daughter, Dr. Lisa Braden; and two sisters, Kathy Jordan and Amy (John) Birtalan.

The family will receive friends Tuesday November 13, 2018 from 4:30 - 7:00 PM at the Linsley-Royal Funeral Home in East Palestine. A service will follow at 7:00 PM with Jason Pancake officiating. A private interment will take place Wednesday at Crest Haven Memorial Gardens in New Waterford.