MEARS: Kathleen Susan Mears, age 71 years, of Brandon passed away in the city on Sunday, April 26, 2015. Kathleen is survived by her children Larry Townsend and Melissa Townsend, five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A Graveside Ceremony took place at the Brandon Cemetery on Thursday, April 30, 2015. Joe Ball, Hospital Chaplain officiated.