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Brandel, Richard Lee October 28, 1940May 30, 2018 Richard Brandel was born and raised on Chicago's south side, the son of Louise C. and Eric J. Brandel.He lived his entire life in Chicago, until retiring in 2005 and moving his residence to Santa Fe, New Mexico. Richard was a graduate of Hirsch High School (1958), Roosevelt University (1964) with a degree in Economics and the Columbia School of Broadcasting (1966).His career in broadcasting began in radio in front of the mike. Then, for more than 40 years thereafter he worked on production matters behind the camera for WFLD-TV in its downtown Chicago facilities. His personal life was enhanced by his long-term relationship with his life partner, Timothy Lee Johnson. It was a loving and supportive relationship that endured for more than 35 years, spanning 23 years together living on Chicago's northside Edgewater community and then, fulfilling Richard's dream retirement, the most recent 12 years in the Santa Fe, NM. Richard was impacted unexpectedly by a rare, incurable disease, amyloidosis, which destroyed his kidney function in a matter of weeks. He died peacefully at his home in the company of his life partner, Tim, and hospice personnel. Richard's parents, Louise and Eric, predeceased him.Richard is survived by his companion, Tim Johnson, Tim's mother and father, Betty and George Joh (Santa Fe), his two brothers, Roland Eric (San Francisco) and Robert John (New York City), and cousins Linda Veglia, Larry and Gary Covich, Ingrid Garlassa and Barbro Ekberg. In addition, Richard leaves behind many friends in Chicago and Santa Fe. A Celebration of Life memorial will be set at a later date. For those who would like to make a donation in Richards' memory, you may consider the Amyloidosis Foundation, the Cancer Foundation of New Mexico or Audubon New Mexico.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 13, 2018.
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Richard is my uncle. He was really cool, unfortunately I never knew him as well as I would’ve liked. When I did get to see him it was a special occasions (if not a Holiday/Grandma’s birthday it became a special occasion by default. ) I hope he did not suffer. He was closest physically and emotionally with my Grandma until the end . I love both very much ❤

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October 17, 2020

My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. May God strengthen you and help you endure.

July 8, 2018

Missing you so much.

Bonnie Klein

June 16, 2018

My heartfelt sympathies to family and friends during this difficult time...May your fondest memories bring you joy and may prayers to the God of all comfort strengthen you. He promises, "I have heard your prayer. I have seen your tears. I am healing you."(2 Kings 20:5)

Meeks

June 16, 2018

May the God of all comfort be with you and your family.

June 15, 2018

I remember Rich well as one of the early staff of WFLD. While most of us were content to eat our carry in meals off the cartons, Rich would set up a real place setting, and I think sometimes candles. A unique and classy guy! I wish I'd know we'd both landed in Santa Fe.

Dave Dillman

June 14, 2018

No longer is he in pain or suffering. As he is gone, he left you, no doubt with
wonderful memories. Continue to cherish these
And keep looking up for Divine help.
(Prov 3:5,6)
-Jackie J.

June 13, 2018

Please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss. I hope that words such those found at John 6:40 bring you comfort at this difficult time. CR

June 13, 2018

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