William J. Braswell, Jr., 60, died on Thursday, April 16, 2009 at Clarian Arnett Hospital. He was born on April 24, 1948 in Lafayette to the late William and Nell Abercrombie Braswell. He graduated from West Lafayette High School in 1966 and from Ball State University School of Architecture in 1971. Mr. Braswell enjoyed painting, drawing and designing. Surviving is his brother, Stewart Braswell (wife: Melanie) of Lafayette. Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home of Brookston is entrusted with care. No services are planned at this time.