Delores Elaine Braman, 88, of Mancelona passed away on July 16, 2025 at her home. She was born on November 14, 1936, the daughter of Charles and Audra (Treece) Bushard.
She married Martin Braman at a young age and together they had three sons, Martin Jr. (Buster), Biff, and Ricky (Rick). They later divorced and she met Tom Sylvester whom resided with her for the remaining years of her life.
Delores was a hard worker; she spent many years working at factories around town. She loved spending time with her family, talking old times, and always welcoming to those who came by. She shared her birthday with her son and grandson, three generations born on the same day. She got the nickname DeeDee Sharp at a young age; she always kept up to date on everything happening in the world and also loved telling stories of past family history. She was sharp as a whip and had a great memory up until her passing. She will be greatly missed by all of her family.
She is survived by her two sons, Rick (Micah) Braman , Biff Braman , eight grandchildren; Marty, Jennifer, Travis, Randy, Matt, Miranda, Charlie, and Ricky. Also ten great-grandchildren and her niece Deana Bushard and son Drake.
Preceding Delores in death are her parents, son Martin Braman Jr., Brother, William (Bill) Bushard.
Arrangements are in the care of the Mancelona Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes.
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205 W. State Street PO Box 307, Mancelona, MI 49659
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