Mark Rudolph Braswell

May 26, 1938 - April 28, 2021

Mark Rudolph Braswell, 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 28, 2021. He was born May 26, 1938, in Edgecombe County, to the late Charles J. Braswell and Mollie Tharrington Braswell. Mark was also preceded in death by his wife, Delia Shrock Braswell; special friend of 25 years Margie Godwin; brothers, C.J. Braswell and Earl Braswell; sister Willie Mae Woodcock. Mark is survived by his children, Vicky Powell of Macclesfield; Diane Creech and husband Pete of Kenly; James Barden “Junior” Godwin of Middlesex; brother Floyd Braswell of Rocky Mount and sister Christine Moore and husband Jerry of Rocky Mount. Mark lived his entire life in the West Edgecombe Community on the family farm. He was a retired farmer, builder and was talented in woodworking and building furniture. Mark enjoyed fishing, working in his garden and watching Western movies. Much love, care, and devotion were given to him by his children during his illness. Mark was a giver at heart who loved his family very much. He spent his life doing for others. A graveside service will be held at 4 pm on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at Pineview Cemetery.