John Thomas Van Brandeghen Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of John Thomas Van Brandeghen of Berkley, Michigan, born in Kewanee, Illinois, who passed away on January 7, 2023, at the age of 82, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Emil "Molly" Brandeghen and Mary Van Brandeghen (Brady); and his brother-in-law Don Karau. He is survived by: his wife Rita (Lindemann); his daughters, Claire Van Brandeghen (MI) of Grand Rapids, Gwyneth Pieper (MI) of Linden and Rachel Weaver (CO) of Westminster; his grandchildren, Connor Weaver, Tobin Weaver and Molly Pieper; and his sisters, Mary Jane Karau of Kewanee and Catherine Berry (Michael) of Kewanee. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Newfoundland Club of America, The Detroit Symphony, The Stratford Festival of Canada, or a charity of your choice.
