Kristen Paul (1978-1981), Kris Hansen (1974-1977), Vicki Harris (1985-1988), Kraig Max (1977-1980), Elizabeth Harcourt (1986-1989), Kerry Reisinger (1992-1995)
Besides Melody, Braden is survived by children Kory Braden Hittleman, Kristen Paul, Troy Davis and Shaun Davis, plus four grandchildren. Another child, daughter Kelly, died 12 years ago from complications of lupus.
Martin and Kristen Paul of Yonkers were two marchers directly affected by premature birth, as their 19-month old twins, Martin and Charlotte, were born early and had to spend time in a neonatal intensive care unit.