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Hugh H. Branch president dies at 69

Daniel Shiver, president of Hugh H. Branch Inc., died March 24 following a diagnosis of leukemia in November. He was 69. 

Mr. Shiver started his career at Lakeshore Growers, moving on to Gressinger Produce and South Bay Growers before starting his latest stint of 30 years with Hugh H. Branch Inc.   shiver

A humble man known for his dry wit and compassionate soul, Mr. Shiver was a Vietnam veteran, a doting husband and father, and the patriarch of his family.  

“As my business partner and dear friend, Dan will forever occupy a special place in my heart and soul,” Brett Bergmann, vice president of Hugh H. Branch Inc., said in a press release. “Danny was a true Southern gentleman, a kind and compassionate man, his quest for life and the concerns of others came natural to Dan. His steady hand and unwavering patience radiated to everyone. He was the rock for all of us and we will miss him dearly.”

Mr. Shiver is survived by his loving wife, Tammy Branch Shiver, sons Justin and Ryan, and grandson Justin. He was surrounded by family members at the time of his death.

A celebration service was scheduled for March 30 at 3 p.m. at Christ Fellowship, 9905 Southern Boulevard, Royal Palm Beach, FL. Memorial donations may be made to Autism Speaks/ Autism Society or the American Cancer Society.

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