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January 12, 2014
Duane M. "The Dude" Brandon

Niagara Gazette

TOWN OF NIAGARA — Duane M. "The Dude" Brandon, 65, of the Town of Niagara, NY, passed from this life, unexpectedly, on Thursday, January 9, 2014, at his residence. Born on June 30, 1948 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Amos M. and Marilynn G. (Gunzelman) Brandon.

Mr. Brandon was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, NY and attended local schools. Duane proudly served in the United States Army, during the Vietnam War, from 1969 until his honorable discharge in 1971. Throughout his career, he was employed by Grief Brothers, Niagara Falls Railroad, Great Lakes Metals and SGL Carbon. In June of 2010, Mr. Brandon retired as a Laborer from Ontario Specialties Corporation. Duane was a member of the American Legion LaSalle Post #1142. He was known as "Uncle" to many.

Mr. Brandon is survived by two sons, Derek (Tara) Brandon of Houston, TX and Dwight (Jaime) Brandon of Parma, OH, and two granddaughters, Alexis and Kayla. Duane is also survived by nine siblings, Patricia (Salvatore) Spatorico of Niagara Falls, NY, Robert Brandon of Phoenix, AZ, Pamela (late Joseph) Toni of the Town of Niagara, NY, Debra (late Mark) Ezell of Niagara Falls, NY, Marilyn (Thomas) Snyder of Phoenix, AZ, Thomas (Tina) Brandon of Niagara Falls, NY, Clarice (late Alfonso) Pacitti of Niagara Falls, NY, Eugene (Kellee) Brandon of Wheatfield, NY, and John Brandon of Wilmington, DE; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be no prior visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Duane's life on Tuesday, January 14th, at 5:00 PM in the Chapel of OTTO REDANZ FUNERAL HOME, 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (716-297-9007). In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to the American Legion LaSalle Post #1142, 8643 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY 14304.

To leave a personal message for the family, please visit www.ottoredanz.com or www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries.

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Family/Spouse: Tara. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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