Dorothy Margaret Evans Branch, 85, of Lake Charles, died Tuesday, August 29, 2017 in her residence. She was born September 19, 1931 in Many where she graduated from Mount Carmel High School. She also graduated from Secretarial School in Pennsylvania. “Ms. Dot” as she was referred to by her friends, lived in Many until moving to Lake Charles in 1982. She was a past member of the Order of the Eastern Star in Many. She was loved by all and best remembered with her spoon in hand and for her friendly spirit. She was best known for mixing the wonderful drinks that were served at the Frosty Factory. Anyone who visited the Frosty Factory was always greeted with her loving smile and enjoyed her world famous drinks. She will be greatly missed by all those who have come to know her as “Ms. Dot.” She is survived by her daughter, Gail Branch Seegers and husband, David, of Many; sons, Samuel Branch and wife, Linda, and Dr. Mike Branch and wife, Dorie, all of Lake Charles; sister, Blanche Pausch; grandchildren, Wade Seegers, April Martinez, Michelle Branch, Abigail Branch, Lara Cherry, Brad Branch, and Chris Branch; and ten great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas B. and Pinkey Edwards Evans; brother, Lee Evans; and sister Doris Milner. Her funeral service was held September 1 at the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel. The Rev. Oliver McGuire will officiate. Private burial will be at Mount Carmel Cemetery in Florien. Words of comfort to the family may be expressed at www.johnsonfuneralhome.net
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