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Glen W. "Bud"
Brandt • 1931- 2006 Glen was born on March 21, 1931, the son of Albert and Minnie (Lewis) Brandt, in Ryder, ND. He was born and raised on the family farm, and attended the Centerville Country School thru the 8th grade, then attended high school in Ryder, where he graduated in 1949. He was united in marriage to Claudette Nelson on June 19, 1955, in Ryder, ND. They had six children. Glen farmed with his father and later took over the operations of the family farm. He spent his entire life devoted to his family and farming. He also drove semi-truck for many years during the winter months, in addition to farming, during which time his CB handle was "candyman" because he always kept a good supply of candy with him all the time. Glen was a creative handyman who was very easy going, patient and loved a good joke. He served on the church board at St. John's Lutheran and as a township clerk for Ryder township for many years. He continued to help farm with his son Dwayne, who carries on the tradition for the 3rd generation. He is survived by: He was preceded in death by an infant son, Joel, parents, Albert and Minnie, and father and mother-in-law, Melvin and Myrtle Nelson. Visitation: Monday, October 9, 2006 from noon until 7 p.m. at the Thompson-Larson Funeral Home, Minot Funeral Service: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. John's Lutheran Church, Ryder, ND Burial: Rosehill Cemetery, Ryder, ND Officiant: Rev. Charles Galloway Music: Processional hymn, "What a Friend We Have
in Jesus" Honorary Bearers: Glen's family and friends Active Bearers: Dwayne Brandt, Dean Brandt, Daryl Brandt,
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