Francis Brandt

Francis Brandt Potterville Age 71, passed away at home on Friday, September 17, 2010. Mr. Brandt was born June 25, 1939 in Charlotte, Michigan, the son of Frank and Pearl (Redfield) Brandt. He worked as a machine repairman at General Motors for 42 years, as well as being a farmer for most of his life. Francis also loved gardening, fishing, camping and hunting. He enjoyed watching Tigers Baseball, deer and other wildlife. Mr. Brandt is survived by wife of 53 years, Corrine; children, Catherine (Jerry) Neal of Ithaca, Penny Brandt of Potterville, Pam (Mark) Benton of Potterville and Susan Wrubel of Charlotte; five grandchildren, Scott (Olivia) Cole, Justin Cole, Kara Wrubel, Tori Benton and Jamie Wrubel; sisters, Mary Davis, Judith Hansen and Teresa Hammond; brothers, Floyd (Connie) Brandt and John (Susie) Brandt. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Victor Brandt and sister, Anna Marten. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 22, 2010 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Charlotte with Father Francis Mossholder officiating. Interment will be at Benton Township Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, 3:30 to 5:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm with Rosary at 8:00 p.m., and Wednesday, from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. just prior to the service. If desired memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church or St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home.