Michael G. Brainerd Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Michael G. Brainerd of Godfrey, Illinois, who passed away on December 10, 2025, at the age of 82, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Brainerd and Blanche Brainerd (Greenwalt); and his son Michael Brainerd. He is survived by: his wife Kim Brainerd; his children, James A. Brainerd (Julie) of Washington and Kris Brainerd of Godfrey, IL.; his stepchildren, John Luzynski (Hanna) of Barnhart, MO., Donald Luzynski (Crish) of Tennesse, Kenneth Luzynski of Oakville, MO, Cathy McGarity (Dave) of Imperial, MO., Richard Luzynski of Lousiville, KY and Dennis Luzynski of Sullivan, MO; and his siblings, Charles Brainerd (Charlotte) of Grafton, IL and Linda Milton of St. Louis, MO. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 14th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home - Godfrey (1313 W Delmar Ave, Godfrey, IL 62035). A funeral service will be held on Monday, December 15th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorials can be made to the VFW Post Ritual Team. Keep Michael's legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.
