Mr. Billy Ray Branton, 59, passed away Friday, August 24, 2012 at his home. A visitation will be held from 5:00-8:00 PM Monday at Chancellor Funeral Home in Byram.\ \ A native of Prentiss, Mr. Branton has lived in the Byram area for the past 20 years, coming from Louisiana. He is survived by his wife, Deborah Branton of Byram; son, Billy L. Branton (Maggie) of Byram; daughters, Tracie Dupuy (Jerry) of Madison and Lindsey Branton of Brandon; brothers, James Branton and Jack Branton- both of New Orleans; sister, Martha Holloway of Arkansas; along with seven grandchildren.\ \ The family has requested that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society or to the Alzheimers Association.