Fred H. Branditz

1925 - 08

Fred Hugo Branditz, 85, of Zanesville, Ohio, passed away Tuesday, July 5, 2011, at his residence. Fred was born Aug. 26, 1925, in McKeesport, to the late Frederick and Ida (Kleyboecker) Branditz. Fred was the former senior vice-president of Equi Bank, in Pittsburgh, and served our country in the Army during World War II. He was a member of First Christian Church, Masonic Lodge, and was a volunteer for the American Red Cross. He is survived by a son, Dr. Fred K. (Andrea) Branditz, M.D., of Zanesville; a daughter, Karen (Charles) Shively, of Ellicott City, Md.; four grandchildren, Fred C. Branditz, Lauren Branditz, Michael Shively and Karl Shively. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Marion Ruth Branditz. A private family service will be held. THE SNOUFFER FUNERAL HOME, 1150 West Military Road, Zanesville, has the distinct honor of serving the Branditz family. To send a note of condolence to the family visit www.snoufferfuneralhome.com and click obituaries or call our caring staff at 740-450-8000. Memorial contributions may be made to First Christian Church, 3000 Dresden Road, Zanesville, OH 43701.