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Ronald “Ron” P. Brahm, 90, was called home to be with the Lord on September 16, 2025.
Ron was born on May 29,1935 in Milwaukee, to the late Peter W. and Dorothea Brahm (nee Mehringer). Ron attended Messmer High School in Milwaukee. He was united in marriage to LeeAnn Todd in June of 1961. Ron had a 40-year career with Ken Cook Co. starting in the printing department then elevating to the account executive team. Ron loved to golf, fish, play cribbage, Canasta, and Sheepshead where he played every Tuesday at the Jackson Community Center.
Those left to cherish Ron’s memory include his wife of 64 years, LeeAnn; children, Linda (James) O’Brien and Todd (Cathy Mackowski) Brahm; devoted grandpa to Michael (Chip) O’Brien and Jonathan (Jack) Brahm.
Ron was a special uncle to Robin (Michael) Burroughs, Ken Jr. (Chris) Brahm, Doug (Lisa) Brahm, and Dave (Heather) Brahm.
In addition to his parents, Ron is preceded in death by Kenneth (Lori) Brahm.
A gathering of family and friends will be held at a later date to celebrate the life of Ron.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the Kathy Hospice (https://www.horizonhomecareandhospice.org/donate/) or Mass Intentions at Basilica and National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians at Holy Hill (https://www.holyhill.com/donations) where Ron served as an usher for many years.
Ron is up in Heaven watching his favorite Wisconsin sports teams while enjoying a cold one.
Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Ron’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book can be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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