Mr. Gary E. Brandt, former local resident and businessman passed away Monday, April 17, 2023, at his home in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. His age at his unexpected death was 70.
He was a member of St. Rita Catholic Church. Gary was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He leaves behind many, many friends as Falls City locals will tell you. He worked in the meat industry for over forty years. He was a business owner having owned and operated Cedar Hollow Foods in Falls City and Lincoln producing deli hams. He was an avid golfer, cyclist, and enjoyed walking.
Mr. Brandt is survived by his mother Irene Brandt, of Niceville, Florida; wife Frances Brandt, of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida; children Krista Miller and husband Mike of Lincoln, Nebraska; Cassie Adams and husband Tim of Lincoln, Nebraska; stepchild Jennifer Robbins of Kansas City, Missouri; grandchildren Makenna Adams, Tessa Adams, Sophia Robbins; and two brothers Kenny Brandt and wife Anna of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, Jim Brandt and wife Karen of St. Louis, Missouri.
Gary was laid to rest on April 26, 2023, at Santa Rosa Beach. Gary loved life and made an impression on almost everyone he met. He loved Falls City and its people. He will be missed.
