Brad D. Brandt

Bradley “Brad” Dale Brandt, 69, of Nevada, MO, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, at KU Medical Center, Kansas City, KS, after a sudden illness.

     Brad was born on October 7, 1956, in Grand Forks, ND, to Howard Dale and Patricia Ann (Holweger) Brandt.  He was a high school and college graduate and served his country in the United States Navy and the United States Air Force Reserves.  He worked as a commercial cargo pilot for around 20 years.  Brad worked in trucking from 2004 until 2021 then worked as a bus driver for First Student until his passing.

     Brad raised a small herd of Angus cattle and enjoyed fixing tractors and trucks.  He and his wife, Juell, provided a home for numerous rescued dogs and cats.  Brad loved the Vikings football team and was a lifelong Star Trek fan.

     Brad is survived by his wife, Juell (Mabry) Brandt, of the home; daughters Elizabeth and Catherine Brandt; son Steven Brandt; grandson Zachary Brandt; sister-in-law Maxann Flynn and niece, Elle.  Brad was very close to his brother Craig Ralston (Jo); Uncle Dale Holweger (Charlotte); nephew Robert (Ashley) Peden; sister Deborah Peden; nieces; and great-grandchildren.

     Celebrations of Life will be held in Nevada, MO and Kyle, Texas at later dates.

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