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Duane Brandt Obituary

Duane "Duke" Brandt Bellevue Duane "Duke" Brandt, 83, of Bellevue, died January 16, 2013 at The Oaks at Northpointe Woods. He was born November 8, 1929, the son of Wesley and Hilda (Hughes) Brandt in Convis Township. Duke graduated from Bellevue High School. He was a full time farmer, raising beef cattle and growing crops. Duke also worked at and retired from Clark Equipment. Duke was preceded in death by his wife, Roberta "Bobbi" (Greenawalt) Brandt in May of 2012 and sisters, Virginia Borgman and Elaine Schroeder. He is survived by his daughters, Sally Brandt-Taylor of Greensboro, North Carolina, Connie Jo (Rick) Dayton of Battle Creek, Diane Marie (Kim) Brandt of Durango, Colorado, and Carol Sue (Ernie) Buie of Greeneville, Tennessee; eight grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and sister, Betty (Lowell) Cook of Charlotte. Duke was a member of the Bellevue Lions Club and the Michigan Cattleman's Association. He was a supporter and participant in 4-H and assisted many young people in 4-H including his daughters and several grandchildren. He was an avid supporter of the Olivet Community Schools' sports programs for over 45 years with his three amigos. Most especially, Duke loved his family and his grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 2 until 4:00 p.m. and 6 until 8:00 p.m. Friday, January 18, 2013 at Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. Services will take place 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 19, 2013 at Bellevue United Methodist Church. Interment, Riverside Cemetery. Memorials may go to the Disabled American Veterans or a charity of one's choice. The family is being served by Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue. www.shawfuneralhome.com

Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Jan. 17, 2013.
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Brandt and Green Family
We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers go out to al the family member.
Paul & Michelle Seeley

Michelle Seeley

January 21, 2013

Diane, Carol, Sally and Connie: So sorry to hear about your Dad. I have nothing but the most pleasant of memories of you all back on Babcock Rd. It amazes me how fast time passes. You will all be in my prayers!
Take care and be safe getting back to your respective homes!
Aletta (Madry) Roebuck

Aletta Roebuck

January 19, 2013

So sorry to hear about Duke. He and Bobbie did so much for the 4H and were well thought of. Sorry we can not make it to the funeral as we are in Florida.

Dean & Esther Shrontz

January 19, 2013

I remember Duke (and Bobbi) from the fair. He always had a smile on his face and was always happy to see you. Always happy to help out in any way he could. He will be missed.

Sheri Day DeVries

January 18, 2013

It was nice to be able to play cards at our Senior Center in Charlotte with both Duke and Bobbie. It was nice to see them both again so many years after you girls took dance class from me. I'm so sorry for your loss. Remember the good times. Wilma

Wilma Campbell

January 18, 2013

Bob and I are sorry to hear of the lost of your dad,praying for you and your family,may god be with all of you.

Bob & Margo Teller

January 18, 2013

Sorry Connie for the loss of your Dad. May God be with you and your family

Marsha Compton

January 17, 2013

So many good memories. At the fairs, hanging out at your house when we were kids, Duane sitting at my parent's kitchen table and of course at many school events. He will be greatly missed and dearly remembered. Carol, Diane, Sally, Connie and your families you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Martha Scott

January 17, 2013

Duke was an assistant 4-H leader when I first started 4-H. I remember him as being very patient. I will always remember him. He was a good man and a true friend of 4-H. I am so sorry for your loss.

Toni Rugg

January 17, 2013

My dear dear friend and partner. You were one of the very best. My prayers are with the whole family. Rest in piece Duke.

vicki campbell

January 17, 2013

My deepest sympathies Diane and family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Danene Etz

January 17, 2013

In 1979, when Duke retired from Clark, I took his position in Traffic. I had worked with him, and known him for some years. Please know that I am so sorry for your loss. Duke was special!!

Loretta Carbine

January 17, 2013

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