Photo courtesy of Farrar Funeral Home - Farmerville
Farmerville, Louisiana
Jul 17, 1966 – Dec 10, 2020 (Age 54)
A graveside service for Michael Philip Brantley, 54, of Pell City, Al., will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, December 18, 2020 at Liberty Hill~Taylor Cemetery with Terry Cole officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville.
Mr. Brantley passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2020. Michael was a talented musician. He was a Drummer for the bands, Mo’ Betta, Dakota Band, Eric Craig Band, J.J. Hughes Band and several others. Michael was a good, loving father. He was a 1984 Graduate of Southwood High School in Shreveport, La.
Mr. Brantley was preceded in death by his father, Jurd Brantley; maternal grandparents, R.P. & Mary Tucker; and paternal grandparents, Willie & Lillie Mae Brantley.
Left to cherish his memory are his son, Kaden Michael Brantley; special friend and companion, Tina Trantham & her son, Trent Mays; mother, Peggy Brantley; brother, Brian Brantley; sisters, Jan Tyree (Robert) and Laurie Portzer; nieces, Kelly Roberts (Josh) and Jolie Gray (Christopher); nephew, Mason Portzer; two great-nieces; one great-nephew; and a host of other family and friends.
The family kindly requests, that if you are going to be attending the graveside service, to wear a mask and practice social distancing.
Read MoreYou may be gone from our sight, but you will live on in the hearts of all who knew you. Thanks for the memories my friend. Till I see you again....
Angie Shepherd
December 18, 2020 | Minden, LA | Friend
Brian,this Cindy Abbott Landrum,I am sad to hear about Michael,I know it must be very hard especially at this time of year.I will pray Jesus touches all your hearts and gives you peace,LOVE Cindy Abbott ,Randy and Randell Landrum.
Cindy Abbott Landrum
December 17, 2020 | West Monroe, LA | Friend
Dear Peggy,
My heart breaks for you. May God bless you with peace and strength and hold you in His hand.
Jan Book
Jan book
December 16, 2020 | Bastrop, LA
Sorry For Your Loss Prayers For Family !
Drucilla Nolan
December 16, 2020 | Farmerville, LA | Acquaintance
There are no words to express our sorrow over the loss of Michael - a wonderful life gone much too soon. There will be a huge void for so many with his passing and we pray for comfort and send much love to friends and family.
Roxane Cromwell
December 16, 2020 | Rayville, LA | Family
Michael Brantley was one of the kindest people our family has ever known, and one of the best drummers in Shreveport. He had a calm demeanor, with a smile that calmed the heart. You’ll be missed, Brantley.
Sherry Tuminello
December 15, 2020 | Shreveport, LA | Friend
To know Michael Brantley was to love him. He was a kind spirit, who loved to laugh, and lived to have others laugh with him. Quick witted humorist, who could turn the oddest of moments into a joyful laughter fest. Anybody that knows a drummer knows that there is an unwritten law, that you don’t let amateurs sit at your kit, and try to play. That wasn’t Michael, he would always offer me the chance to play his drums. That is the type of guy Michael was, and I always loved him for it. A...
Billy Warnix
December 15, 2020 | Sheridan, AR | Friend
The best drummer and friendliest soul I’ve ever met. Mike was so talented and above all, humble. Make some great music up there my friend.
Perry Tuminello
December 15, 2020 | LA | Friend
i have played with many drummers in 43 years of playing, most were pretty good, but Michael Brantley is a Great Drummer! i say "is" because i Believe He is playing In Heaven Now. The Best Drummer hands down that i ever played with. i will see You soon Mr. Brantley!
In The Mighty Name Of JESUS, i Thank our FATHER Almighty that i have The Honor of even Knowing Michael Brantley!
michael tuminello
December 15, 2020 | Shreveport, LA | Friend
