Paul F. Braun Paul F. Braun, age 86, of Piqua, Ohio, died Wednesday, August 7, 2013 at his residence. He was born on December 6, 1926 in Troy, Ohio, to the late Walter and Marie Karnehm Braun. He was married to Rita Rataiczak Braun and she preceded him in death on April 20, 2013. He is survived by his daughters, Suzan Charnock of Vandalia, Ohio and Christine Barton of Ely, Minnesota; and three grandchildren. In addition to his parents and his wife, Paul was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters. He was a graduate of Troy High School and a US Army World War II Veteran. Paul was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, Troy, Ohio. He was affiliated with Braun Brothers Meat Packing in Troy, and worked at Forest Products in Piqua, Ohio. No public services will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Southwest Region Office, 2808 Reading Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45206. Baird Funeral Home, Troy, Ohio, is assisting the family.