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for Jonathan Brant
Linda Feldman
April 12, 2011
My condolences to Jon's entire family, especially to Renee. She and I shared a suite at Brandeis, and I knew Jon through her. They were an adorable couple in college. I am not surprised that Jon became an advocate for those in need or that he was appointed to the bench. I work as an attorney for a justice of the California Supreme Court, and I wish I had stayed in touch with Jon post college. I am certain we would have had a lot of common experiences to share. Renee, I am saddened by your loss, and my thoughts are with you.
stephen Blesofsky
December 14, 2010
Jon was my lawyer at a critical time in my life when I needed an advocate and friend. Jon was both and with his help, as with soi many, my life and those I care about got better. It was Paul Chernoff who referred me to Jon.
There was an immediate connection: Paul's mentally disabied son David, Jon's mentally disabled brother Saul, my mentally disabled sister Laura and Jon's great works on behalf of the mentally disabled.
Jon lived a shinning example of "Tikun Olam". He was an enabler of good of the first order. It was a blessing to have known him.
Steve Blesofsky
formerly of Framingham, MA.
Sun City Center, Florida
Back Alley Puppet Theater
December 3, 2010
The Back Alley Puppet Theater wishes to express our condolences to Renee, Simone and Justin. We first met Jon and family on Simone’s 10th birthday on New Year’s Eve when the party activity consisted of the family and Simone’s friends participating in the First Night Procession of Giant Puppets. After that year, Jon and family or some constellation thereof helped us organize the parade until last year. Each year when we looked at the volunteer list of “Puppet Captains” we were always heartened when we saw Jon’s name yet again and knew that the Dragon section would be well organized. He always showed up regardless of the weather was always calm, competent, good humored, ready to help in any way and truly appreciated the spirit of this community event. We will miss the “Dragon Master”! We will miss Jon.
Sara, Jackie, Dassia, Jon and Arnie
Susan Schur Kaufman
December 2, 2010
Dear Renee,
So saddened to learn of Jon's passing. I have been a long-time admirer of his devotion and accomplishments and I am very sorry we have lost him so young.
My heart goes out to you.
(Former Rep. Susan Schur)
Ann McNulty
December 2, 2010
My condolences to the truly Honorable Judge Brandt's loved ones. Jonathan and I co-authored an ABA article when he was my law school professor. Professor Brandt was not only scholarly and just, he was exceptionally supportive. I am blessed to have had him as a teacher and mentor.
Madeline Leone
December 1, 2010
My condolences to Judge Brant's family for their loss. Judge Brant presided over many of my cases in District Court. While he did not always see cases my way, his intense and intelligent approach served justice and the Commonwealth well.
December 1, 2010
As a son of a former judge and someone who has appeared before the Honorable Judge Brant on many occasions, I cannot think of anyone who conducted himself with more dignity and grace than Judge Brant. He treated everyone in his courtroom, lawyers, clients and the public with the utmost sincerity and polite demeanor. He was a model for how a judge should conduct himself from the bench. My sincere condolences.
Philip A. Tracy, Jr., West Roxbury
December 1, 2010
Jon was such a dear man. I never left his presence without feeling that I'd been given a gift. Linda and I send our sincere condolences.
Joe and Linda Chafets
December 1, 2010
Dear Renee, Simone & Justin, Barry and I are deeply saddened to learn of Jonathan's passing. Some of our fondest memories of when Wendy & Simone were young is of the girls' basketball team Jonathan and Barry co-coached in 1988. He was a wonderful, special guy, and the world is a dimmer place without him. We will keep Jonathan and you all in our thoughts and prayers. With sympathy, Barry & Kathy Devaney Goldstein
Richard Clayman
December 1, 2010
My sincere condolences---Richard Clayman from Chelsea
November 30, 2010
To Jon's Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I had
the pleasure of working for Jon at One
Fanueil Hall. He was a wonderful person.
With Sympathy, Ann Drapala
Michael Sullivan
November 30, 2010
To the Brant Family:
Please accept my deepest sympathies at Jonathan's passing.
I remember him fondly from a case we had together in Newton District Court, when I was just starting out as an ADA. We stayed friends from the point on. He was a unique individaul and jurist that made everyone feel they had been heard.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Michael Sullivan
Clerk Magistrate
Middlesex Superior Court
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