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Robert William Brandt, born on January 26, 1939, in San Antonio, Texas to Rudolph and Elfrida (Fisher) Brandt, passed away on January 30th leaving behind a legacy of dedication, mechanical ingenuity, and love for his family. Bob graduated from Brackenridge High School in 1957 and went on to attend San Antonio College for two years. While in college, he worked as a bricklayer’s helper and attended electrician’s school at night. On January 16, 1961, he began his long and distinguished career at City Public Service in the Radio Shop being hired as a technician’s helper in Electric Distribution. On July 15, 1961, Bob married the love of his life, Patricia Kay Murphy. Together, they built a beautiful family and shared many adventures. Bob was extremely mechanically inclined and could fix just about anything mechanical or electrical. He moved into computers and controls in the late 60s, attending various schools for different technologies, including extended periods in California, Philadelphia, and Miami. Bob finished his career at City Public Service as a supervisor for Computer Maintenance, supporting the controls for several of the main coal and gas-fired power plants. He retired on February 1, 1997, with 36 years of service. Bowling was Bob’s first love, having started at a very young age. He bowled his entire life, achieving the first of two 300 games in 1993 and continued to bowl even at the age of 85. He also loved to fish, especially for Black bass, and taught his sons, daughter, and grandkids to fish. An accomplished archer and table tennis player, Bob competed early in his work life. After quitting smoking at the encouragement of his children, he switched to running and eventually ran a number of full marathons. Among his proudest accomplishments were being a father to four engineers and college graduates, and a grandfather and great-grandfather to fifteen. He was proud of his work life and his family. Bob tirelessly supported Patricia for years when she needed 24/7 care, believing that he was saved by God from a heart attack in 2010 to be there for her in her time of need. He was truly the epitome of a loving husband, willing to sacrifice all. Bob will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him. He is survived and dearly missed by his children Robert (Judy), Michael (Debbie), Lorne (Michelle), and Whitney (Matthew); ten grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bob’s honor to the Knights of Columbus Council #12208, care of St. Ann Roman Catholic Church, 14151 US Hwy. 87 W., La Vernia, TX 78121.

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Robert William Brandt

January 26, 1939 - January 30, 2025