Sylvan H. "Fatback" Branton

April 27, 1964 - October 18, 2019

Conway… Sylvan H. "Fatback" Branton, age 55, passed away Friday, October 18, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Born April 27, 1964 in Horry County, he was the son of Drucilla Ann Cox Branton and the late John Quincy Branton, Sr. Mr. Branton served in the US Navy and was a lifelong member of North Myrtle Beach Rescue Squad. He worked as a master electrician and was an avid Clemson fan. Mr. Branton was a very caring person and placed others before himself. He was a dedicated and loving father and grandfather. Mr. Branton was affectionately known as "Papa Fatback" and was a wonderful grill master. Surviving along with his mother are his wife of 34 years, Stacy S. Branton; twin daughters, Amber and Alayna Branton; one son, Scott Branton (Marina); seven grandchildren, Trevor, Kailon, Nathan, Nickolus, Bella, Payton, and Kiersten; a brother, John Branton, Jr.; and two sisters, Angela Branton and Vera Brown. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel with Rev. John Holmes officiating. Burial will follow in Graham Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening October 22, 2019, from 5:00-7:00 PM at the funeral home. Please sign the online guestbook at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.