With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Duane Brandel of Alpena, Michigan, born in Detroit, Michigan, who passed away on April 22, 2021 at the age of 75. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Duane Brandel to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Richard Brandel and Sophia Brandel (Orlowski); his former life partner Barbara Dove; and his siblings, David Brandel, James Brandel and Kathleen Brandel.

He is survived by : his children, Russ Brandel (Angie Lafleche) and Tami Moll (Mark); his grandchildren, Justin and Amber; his fiancé Marcie Seelye; his partner's children, Nate Seelye (Crystal), Kari Schellie (Tom) and Patrick Seelye (Tammy); his sister-in-law Connie Brandel; and also, Joe Brandel (Diane), Bob Brandel (Virginia), Bill Brandel, Tony Brandel (Michelle), Richard Brandel, Ed Brandel, Cindy Castiner (Jim), Cheryl Rizer (Rich), Shirley Brown (Rodney), Jackie Kirby (Joe) and Peggy Hatzistavrakis.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Bannan Funeral Home, Inc.