Search by Name

Search by Name

Alana Brandt Obituary

ALANA BRANDT Alana Brandt passed away peacefully in her home on December 10. Alana Secord Brandt was born November 7, 1951, in Edmonton, Alberta, to Alan and Vera Keltie. She moved to Burlingame in 1953 when she was two years old. She grew up in Burlingame and graduated from Aragon High School. She was married in 1976 to Roger Brandt. They had three children and lived in Burlingame for 20 years. Alana enjoyed spending time with her family, gardening, home decorating, traveling, tea parties, good times with friends, and fashion. She was an employee at Sequoia Hospital for 20 years in various departments. Alana was a loving mother to her three children, Scott, Kristina, Sarah. She supported and encouraged them in all their endeavors. She was a devoted sister to Rosemary Posch and maintained a loving relationship with her husband, Roger. Alana also had many close friends with whom she shared travel adventures and special gatherings to celebrate various events. She will be dearly missed and forever remembered for her kindness, her wonderful laugh and fun-loving nature. A memorial service will be held at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 415 El Camino, Burlingame, at 2 p.m. on December 18, 2004. Memorial donations may be made to the Peninsula Humane Society, 12 Airport Blvd., San Mateo, CA 94401, or Samaritan House, Client Services, 401 North Humboldt, San Mateo, CA 94401.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by San Mateo County Times from Dec. 15 to Dec. 17, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Alana Brandt

Not sure what to say?





4 Entries

John Mocnik

December 16, 2004

My sympathies to the family and may Lan find Eternal rest.

Love, John Mocnik and family

Deborah Wakefield

December 15, 2004

My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

I know that Alana was proud of all of you!

Joanna (McCourt) O'Neill

December 15, 2004

My love and condolences to Roger, Scott, Kristina and Sarah. Alana ("Lan"), I will always remember as my beautiful, vibrant friend. Her laugh and smile will be treasured in my mind forever. " The Gang" will never forget her!

Kathy (Pidd) Olcese

December 15, 2004

I wish to offer my condolences to Roger, Scott, Kristina and Sarah. Alana was a very dear friend of mine from high school. I will always remember her beauty, her kindness and the friendship we shared.

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results

Make a Donation
in Alana Brandt's name

Memorial Events
for Alana Brandt

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Alana's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Alana Brandt's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more