David Lee Brandies

Visitation will be held on Friday, November 13, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Seffner, Florida, followed by a Funeral Mass at 2:00 p.m. Burial will take place immediately following Mass at Limona Cemetery in Brandon, FL.

David was born on July 27, 1938, in Xenia, Ohio, to Loretta and William Brandies.

On July 5, 1958, he married the love of his life, Monica Moran Brandies. Together, they built a life filled with faith, family, and love, raising nine children along the way. Their journey took them from Xenia, West Alexandria, and Dayton, Ohio, to Durant and Wilton, Iowa, before settling in Brandon, Florida, in 1987.

David graduated from the University of Dayton in 1963 and enjoyed a successful career as a highly respected and beloved manager at CDS in Wilton, Iowa, and later as a vice president at TIME-LIFE, Inc. Publishing. He was an avid historian, golfer, and sports enthusiast who loved learning, sharing stories, and spending time with family and friends.

A man of deep faith, David was actively involved in his church and parish community. His dedication to serving others was recognized with the St. Jude the Apostle Medal from the Diocese of St. Petersburg, FL.

Beyond his many accomplishments, David will be remembered most for his intelligence, warmth, quick wit, and genuine kindness. He had a wonderful sense of humor, a sweet nature, and a gift for making people feel special. Even the people who delivered his pizza and groceries came to know and care about him, often asking how he was doing. Whether you knew David for a lifetime or simply delivered his groceries, chances are he made you smile. And chances are, you remembered and respected him.

Above all, David loved his family. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, faith, and countless memories that will be treasured for generations.

David is lovingly remembered by his nine children, Phil Brandies, Mike Brandies, Mary (Bryce) Belitz, Brigid (Denny) Hunt, John (Susan) Brandies, Tom Brandies, Gretchen (Michael) Ammons, Catherine Brandies, and Teresa Brandies; 15 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; his sisters-in-law, Anne and Carolyn; cousin, Linda Busse, and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Monica; his parents; his three brothers, Richard, Albert, and Robert Busse; his sister, Lorraine Hornick; his brothers-in-law, Bob Hornick and Ed Lerch; and his nephews, Kenny and Steve Lerch.