Jerry Chester Brandt, age 84, died on Friday, Sept. 9, 2022 on his morning walk in his neighborhood in River Falls. He was born the son of Chester and Beatrice Brandt on April 27, 1938 in Madison, WI. Jerry grew up in McFarland and Madison area graduating from Madison East High School. He served in the Army National Guard.
Jerry married Naomi Hagen on Oct. 26, 1963 at Western Koshkonong Church. Jerry loved working as a banker and worked as a banker for 60 years. He also loved taking many night classes and later taught those classes.
Jerry was a published author about his banking experiences. He was an avid golfer, singer, dancer, and actor. Jerry was a member of a barbershop chorus for many years.
He was very active in every church he was apart of, working as an usher, treasurer, or singing in the choir. Jerry was determined and optimistic with a positive outlook on life. He was a member of the Shriners and Lion’s Club. He served as an officer for every Lion’s Club he was in over 40 years. Jerry visited 49 of 50 states only missing out on Hawaii and travelled many countries in Europe.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Beatrice; daughter, Darcy Livingston; siblings, Gordon, Patricia Martinelli, and Joyce Kosbau. Jerry is survived by his wife, Naomi; children, Lisa (Rick) Haviland, David (Karen); son-in-law, Bob Livingston; grandchildren, Sarah (Andrew) Klenke, Emma James, Megan, Jared, Trevor, Téa; sister, Vickie Friedeck; foster sister, Kathy Martin and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
In lieu of flowers or memorials, please plant a tree in Jerry’s memory. A Memorial service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022 at 11 a.m. at Hope Lutheran Church in River Falls with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at a later date in Greenwood Cemetery in River Falls.Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.
