Ethel Bruce Branton, 87, of Colonial Heights, passed away Sunday, February 24, 2013 at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Kos and Bruce Worthington Hester and was the widow of David W. Branton. She was a member of Highland United Methodist Church in Colonial Heights. Mrs. Branton is survived by her son, James Stuart Branton. Funeral services will be private. Arrangements are being handled by the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes and Crematory 2033 Boulevard.