Mary Dianne Brandle

Brandle – Mary Dianne “Sarge”, 68, Richland, went to be with the Lord August 11, 2015 at her home. Born April 5, 1947, in Johnstown, to John and Mary Jane (Sedlmeyer) Brandle.  She is preceded in death by her father John and brother Dennis. Dianne  is survived by her mother Mary Jane, Richland; brothers and sisters, Bonnie Brandle, Richland; Bernard “Buck”, wife Diane, Michigan; Denese, husband Brian Atkins, Windber; John, wife Malinda, Oklahoma; and Richard, wife Penny, Michigan; and many nieces, nephews and dear friends.  Master Sergeant Brandle was a Desert Storm veteran retired from the United States Air Force after serving 20 years. Dianne was a lifelong member of Saint Benedict Catholic Church, Geistown, where she was a Eucharistic Minister. She was a Catechist at St. Mary’s Parish, Nanty Glo. Dianne had a strong work ethic whether working for her church or taking care of her family. Friends received from Noon to 6 PM Sunday at Harris Funeral Home, 500 Cherry Lane, Richland, where Vigil for the deceased will be held. Mass will be celebrated at 10 AM Monday at St. Benedict Church. Fr. David S. Peles, Pastor.  Committal at St. Joseph’s Cemetery with military honors by Menoher Post VFW Post 155 Ritual Team.  Family suggests donations be made to Saint Benedict Catholic Church, Geistown,

in memory of Dianne. (On line condolences may be posted to www.wharrisfuneralhome.com.)