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for Steve Brandt
Jim Murphy
November 8, 2008
Kim, Mom Brandt & Mr Brandt,
I don't even know where to start. My prayers for strength and my deepest sympathy go out to you.
My reflections of Hannibal always seem to go back to the endless summers at the Community Pool and coaching swim team. Steve was a great part of those happy times. His quick wit and effortless ability to give me grief, a gift he undoubtedly attained from his sister, are some of my happiest memories. I miss you all.
Dick & Darla Motley
November 1, 2008
Jim, Jan, Kim, and Ally,
Our hearts were so saddened with the news of Steve's passing. Dick has recounted many times how the street basketball games wore him out as he tried to outlast Kim, Steve, and Jack. It was a fond memory of Steve in the neighborhood. Our prayers are with you in this loss of a great young man.
Our love to you,
Val Martin
October 31, 2008
Allyson:
Sorry to hear about your loss. It hurts. I promise you that you will see him again. I hope all goes well for you. We will pray for you.
Respectfully,
Val J. Martin
Menaka Ghanti
October 29, 2008
To the Brandt family,
My heart aches for you and your family during this time of incredible grief and sadness. I hadn't seen Steve since my cousin Ameet's wedding, but I remember that his eyes still sparkled the same at that time as they did all the years I knew him in Hannibal. I always look back with fondness at the swimming lessons that he gave me, the times we went boating in the summer, or the many hours he and Ameet spent at my home. I'll remember him always. He will be missed deeply.
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
-Menaka Ghanti
Stacey Bridges-McNay
October 27, 2008
Mr. and Mrs. Brandt,
I just learned of Steve's passing today: There are no words to express how sorry I am for your loss. Steve hold's a very special place in my heart and I cherish many memories of him. I still have the picure of us together at our junior high dance. I cannot think of high school without thinking of Steve and the countless classes we shared sitting next to each other. Steve always made me laugh with his quick wit and humor. I will keep you in my prayers and Steve in my heart forever.
Audra Hull (Mack)
October 27, 2008
To the Brandt family, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you. He was such a great person, with such great attributes. I know my mom(Jeanne Mack) will be very saddened by hearing this. She still says to this day he was one of her favorite math students. My thoughts are with you at this time and I will be praying for you all.
Margaret Miller (HHS History teacher)
October 26, 2008
Mr. and Mrs. Brandt
Please accept my deepest condolences at the loss of your son, Steve. I know how difficult this time is for you. My memories of Steve revolve around the time I had him in my class at HHS. He was a kind, sensitive, caring young man. He will be deeply missed.
Westy Nelson
October 24, 2008
Dear Allyson,
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for you at this time. Please know that my most sincere prayers are with you, your family, and Steve's family, and that you will not be alone in your grief and there are countless numbers of people who love and care about you.
Sincerely,
Westy Nelson
Council Bluffs, IA
Ali Schaffer
October 24, 2008
Ally- I just heard news of Steve's passing, and my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sadness. I remember so many wonderful times filled with laughter that we had during our years swimming together. My heart is heavy for you and Steve's family for losing such a dedicated and determined soul so early and so young. Be well.
Philip Briscoe
October 24, 2008
Mr. & Mrs. Brandt-
I never know how I'll react to the loss of a friend. Although we did not keep in touch, Steve always remained in my thoughts. I think back to the times we shared: history fair, swimming together, classes and raising cane together our senior year. I last saw Steve in 2003 at Ameet's wedding; after all that time I found that Steve was still the good-hearted, fun-loving friend of my youth. I will miss him. Please accept my most heartfelt condolences as well as the deepest sympathies of my family.
Rebecca Smit
October 23, 2008
The Brandt family has been in our prayers since we heard that Steve had passed away. My children and I will always remember Steve as a motivating force on the side of the Williams Drive and Southwestern pools. His generosity with his time and his knowledge greatly influenced my daughter and today she swims on her high school varsity team in part because of Steve's commitment to the sport of swimming. God blessed many people with Steve's life and his influence will be felt for generations - no doubt my grandchildren will be swimmers. Our deepest sympathies and prayers will be with Steve's family in the coming days.
Betty Chang
October 21, 2008
Ally, nothing I can say can be adequate. But please know that I am deeply sorry for your loss. We will all miss Steve. If you need anything, please let me know.
Stephanie Ruffin
October 21, 2008
Allyson,
Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. May the Lord comfort you during your time of sorrow and know that we are all here for you.
Doris, Shannon & Kimberly Jones
October 21, 2008
Dear Mrs. Brandt,
Sincerest condolences to you and your family. Steve was a wonderful young man. I met him when I took my twin daughters to visit Southwestern a year ago. He was a very impressionable young man who touched many lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sam Gris
October 21, 2008
Allyson, It has been five years or so since Steve taught me to swim at Emory. You were in your first or second year of triathlons at that point.
While that was the extent of my contact with Steve I am extremely saddened by the loss. He was an excellent instructor, and I could tell that he was a good guy..I admired the way he supported you in your endeavors...Have courage!
Gretchen Yancey
October 21, 2008
Mr. and Mrs. Brandt,
I know no words can really help, but please know there are many of us thinking of your family in this difficult time. It sounds silly to lots of people, but our high school class is unique in keeping tabs on our classmates and I feel like I speak for many who are terribly saddened by the news of Steve's death. Our thoughts are with all of you as you search for the strength to get through this difficult time.
Evan Lambert
October 21, 2008
My deepest sympathies to your and your family for this terrible loss. While I did not know Steven well, I do know that he was always kind, generous and outgoing to everyone he met. He will be missed by the austin cycling community.
Nina Thatcher
October 20, 2008
Dear Ally,
It is with a heavy heart that I send you my condolences. I am so incredibly sorry to hear about your loss. I will remember Steve's enthusiasm and passion for swimming and for the team. He was a thoughtful teammate and an inspiration to those he coached. My thoughts and prayers are with both you and your family.
Love,
Nina Goldberg Thatcher
Billy Kurtz
October 20, 2008
Alexa and I are deeply sorry for your loss Ally. In the few years we knew Steve he touched us with his sincerety and the passion he showed his swim team. He will be missed more than words can express. We will keep you in our prayers.
Laura Lyng Carroz
October 20, 2008
Mr. and Mrs. Brandt and family,
I was deeply saddened to hear about Steve's passing. While I hadn't talked to him in several years, I have many fond memories of him. It wasn't that long ago that we were walking around Hannibal, MO as Tom Sawyer and Becky Thatcher! Steve and I had many classes together throughout high school, and I remember being at your house on a few occasions to work on class projects. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Christine Greer
October 20, 2008
Allyson, my sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family.
Your A&M family is here for you.
Kara Esicar Viorel
October 20, 2008
To the Brandt Family,
My heart was filled with sadness as I learned of Steve's passing last week. A loss of a loved one so young is something that we have a hard time dealing with. Steve was like a big brother to me growing up. There are many memories that I will hold on to and charish. He was a huge supporter of the sport of swimming and loved coaching it just like I do. Having known Steve made me a better person and I will always miss him. The lord works in mysterious ways. I know he is in a better place and will continue to cheer us on always.
Casey Smith
October 20, 2008
My life was blessed not only by being able to know Steve, but to know that he was spending his life with one of my dearest and most important friends. I will carry the memory of Steve with me. All my thoughts and prayers are with Allyson!! I love you!
John Herzke
October 20, 2008
I'll never forget my fond memories of Steve at Emory - he was truly an inspirational leader and a good friend to everyone who knew him. His passion and spirit were always evident in the fabric of Emory Swimming. My deepest sympathies and condolences to Ally and both families.
Sharon Bergman (Rich Fredd's mom)
October 20, 2008
Mr. & Mrs. Brandt -
Words cannot express my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of Steve. I remember so vividly Steve and the boys at our house during their high school years and was so happy that Rich had such wonderful friends. I felt the same pride when Lawson and Steve were standing with Rich at his wedding. I am so sorry and wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Karl Kupecz
October 20, 2008
Most people don't realize that bike racing is a team sport and requires team tactics to succeed. Steve understood this better than most and was one of the most selfless people I've ever met. He always gave his best, but more importantly, he always wanted a top result for the team. He imagined the team working together as a single unit so that a faceless Velossimo rider would cross the line for the victory.
Steve you will always be a part of our team, the Texas peleton, and give us warmth in our hearts with fond memories of our brief time with you. You are missed and loved.
Sarah Littlefield
October 20, 2008
Steve was that rare coach who inspired his athletes to be better not only for him, but for themselves. His unwavering support in and out of the pool made me not only a better swimmer, but a better person. My thoughts are with Ally and his family.
Laurie Speed-Dalton
October 20, 2008
Allyson,
I am so sorry to hear about Steve's passing. He was such a neat person. It has been years since our Emory days, but Steve is one of those people who you never forget. You are in my thoughts!
Mary Engel Yount
October 19, 2008
Steve had such a positive spirit that brought joy to a room. Our thoughts and prayers are with Ally and Steve's family during this difficult time.
Carole Sharpless
October 19, 2008
We all lost a little bit of the world's sunshine on Thursday. I will continue to hear Steve's booming voice and contagious laugh in my head. There was no one quite like him. Ally, I love you -- God bless you and your aching heart.
mark wolters
October 19, 2008
Steve was a great friend and everyone that ever met him knew how great he was. His friends from Sheridan all miss him dearly and send our prayers to his family through this hard time. Matt Mike & Mark
Donna & Jeff DeCost/Crafford
October 19, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to everyone who knew and loved Steve. May you find the strength to get through this tragic time.
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