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In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Merely Players of Durango, CO, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, the Association for Frontotemporal Lobe Dementia, Animas High School of Durango, CO. Greg was a longtime supporter of the Police, their fraternities, families, and causes.
Gregory N. Brand, 62, of Durango, CO, formerly of Racine, passed away at Seasons Hospice-Ignite, in Oak Creek, WI on Sunday, January 24, 2021. Greg was born in Racine on June 7, 1958 the son of George W. and Grace (nee: Kmiecik) Brand.
Greg was educated in the Racine Unified School District. Greg graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in Engineering. After graduating from the University Greg spent some time in Alaska before moving to Colorado. It was there that he met his wife Staci 24 years ago. He was offered a great promotion four months after they met. They married, under the Blue Moon at the Tamarron Lodge, on May 30, 1999. They moved to Durango to live and raise their children. Greg fought hard against Stage IV cancer that took him, he beat it for 3 years and 8 months. That time was valuable to him and his family.
Greg was the District Engineer in charge of Water Quality for the State of Colorado. He also owned and operated Brand Engineering LLC. He was a lifelong supporter of Kiwanis Club in honor of his father, George W. Brand who was a longtime Kiwanian.
Surviving are his wife of 21 years, Staci; their children, Madeline Sophia “Mady” Brand (20 years old), and Isabella “Billie” Sabrina Brand (17 years old), all of Durango, CO, mother, Grace Brand, of Racine, sister, Gail (Victor) Bartik, of Aspen, CO; brothers, Geoff (Halleh Seyson) Brand, of Washington D.C., and Garry (Kim) Brand, of Craig, AK; niece, Holly Brand; and nephew, Will Brand; aunt Priscilla, uncle Pete Weissenfluh, and their daughter Claire, of Milwaukee; and uncle, Dr. Joseph Kmiecik, of Columbus, GA, mother-in-law, Bonnie Gibson, of Denver, CO and Las Vegas, father-in-law, Melvin Gibson, of Phoenix, AZ; brother-in-law, John Houston Gibson, and his daughter, Amanda, both of Denver cousins, other relatives, and friends. The family dogs, Buster, L.D. (L’ll Dude) and Lucy. He was preceded in death by his children, Hope April, Faith Louise, James “Jake” Wyatt, and Christy Samantha, and his father, George W. Brand, aunt, Amy Kmiecek, aunt and uncle Florence and Jack Breckenridge; his mother-in-law, Betti Gibson; and the dogs, Nikima, Tasha, and Bailey.
Tom Karkow says
Remember Greg from Case HS cross country. Also, delivered newspaper to the family home. Condolences to the entire family.
Jon says
Sorry for all of us in the the loss of Greg, many cherrised memories. Rest In Peace Bro
Marie Ruppert formerly Marie Draeger says
My deepest sympathy to Greg’s family.
Marie Ruppert formerly Marie Ruppert
Joan Koptis says
My heartfelt sympathies to the Brand Family – Grace, Gail, Geoff and Garry. Such wonderful memories of Greg since becoming friends of the family in 1967 when we moved to the neighborhood. He was one of the greatest people I ever knew, and it was with great sadness I heard of his passing. My thoughts and love are with you all.
Joan (Szymczak) Koptis
Bonnie Gibson says
Greg was a wonderful son in law who left us way too soon. He had a beautiful spirit and left behind many comforting memories. Greg will always be in our hearts. He was loved and will be missed.
Eric Olesen says
I am saddened by Greg’s passing. He was a wonderful person that I got to know during age group and high school swimming. My condolences to Greg’s wife and family and Greg’s mom and siblings. You are in my prayers.
Cheryl Walters says
I am so sorry to hear about Greg’s passing. I knew Greg for about 15 years from working with him in public health in Durango. He was such a kind person and talked about his kids all of the time with great joy. He will truly be missed. RIP
Mel Gibson says
Greg was a good father, husband and friend. May he rest in peace
Leticia Rambo says
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, LOVE leaves a memory NO one can steal.
May you Rest in Peace Greg
Carol Edson says
Worked with Greg at CDPHE for several years. His smile and energy were contagious. Also played volleyball -he was such fun! You will be missed. RIP
Peg and Dick Bowman says
Staci and family we are saddened to hear of Greg’s passing. May time soften the edges and memories be your grace. God’s speed. Peg and Dick
Andy Poirot says
Greg was a great help to me when I started with CDPHE in Steamboat in 2003. I am so sorry for your loss.
Erica Robles Kannely says
I worked with Greg for many years in WQCD. He was in Durango and I was in Denver. He was so smart and always helpful. I’m glad he is at peace. I pray for his family and friends that they will be healed through their memories of this great man.