Philip Branton, 81, passed away on Monday, September 16, 2024, at approximately 6 p.m. EST. His passing was confirmed by his son, Jason Branton, through a heartfelt social media post. Jason expressed the complexities of their father-son relationship, stating, "As messed up as our relationship was, a part of me knows that we loved each other. My only regret is that we didn’t have a better relationship."
Branton’s passing has sparked an outpouring of condolences from friends and family. Lesley Branton shared her sympathy, writing, "My heart goes out to you and family, Jason Branton." Kevin Estrella also offered his support, acknowledging Jason’s struggles, "I know how much you struggled with him and kept hanging on hoping he would see the light." Another friend, Synnove Alves, added, "I am so sorry to hear that your father passed away. May he rest in peace and I hope that you find comfort in your family."
As of now, no further details regarding the cause of death have been made public. The Branton family is receiving an outpouring of support during this difficult time.