March 1, 1973 – September 19, 2017
James R. Branik was born on March 1, 1973 to Lawrence P. Branik and Charlotte A. Branik.
His sister is Tracey A. (Branik) Morris.
He married Gina Baiza-Branik October 18, 1997.
James was a man of integrity and quiet conviction. James graduated from Leigh High School (San Jose., CA.) in 1991.
He worked for the US Post Office (Campbell and Los Gatos) from 1993 to 2005.
Officer Branik worked with the CHP from 2005 to present, most recently as a Mobile Road Enforcement (MRE) officer for the Gilroy Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Facility.
James loved basketball, GI Joes, Marvel/DC comics, and animals.
James loved life, the CHP, and his family and friends.
He is deeply loved by them too.
His service is open to the public and will take place Friday, September 29th, at the Morgan Hill Community and Cultural Center, located at 17000 Monterey Street, Morgan Hill, CA 95037 at 2:30pm.
In lieu of flowers, James’ family has requested donations be made to the CHP 11-99 Foundation in James’ name.
