Brandon played baseball in his younger years at Lafayette High School. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Quincy University. He enjoyed singing, movies and loved to quote actors. Brandon had a very special relationship with his nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He is survived by his son, Jacob Dowd; his parents, Richard and Shary, nee Middlesworth, Dowd; two brothers, Ryan C. Dowd and Kyle T. (Erin) Dowd; three uncles, David (Sue) Dowd, Dan Dowd, and Dennis Dowd; four aunts, Donna (Nick) Korff, Diane (Joe) Perkins, Thyra (Herb) Russell, and Suva (Bob) Vincent; and many dear nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.rennerfh.com.
Visitation: Friends and family may visit from 9 to 10 a.m. Friday, April 19, 2024, at St. Clare Catholic Church, O’Fallon, IL.
Funeral: A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, April 19, 2024, at St. Clare Catholic Church, O’Fallon, IL, with Fr. Mike Powell, OMI officiating and Deacon Dan Kimutis presiding.
Burial will be at Green Mount Catholic Cemetery, Belleville, IL.