Martha Lou Brandon's Obituary
Martha Lou Brandon, 91, resident of Gainesville, Florida died Saturday, August 31, 2019 in the Terrace Healthcare Facility, following a long illness.
Mrs. Brandon was born on March 23, 1928 in Roanoke, Virginia to the late Alva and Wilma Moeschler. Mrs. Brandon had lived in Gainesville for many years, was a longtime member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, a volunteer for both Kanapaha Botanical Gardens and gave tours at the historic Haile Homestead. She enjoyed golf and travel; she loved exploring and seeing new things. Mrs. Brandon was preceded in death by her husband Frank, and a son, Bayard Brandon.
She is survived by one son, Boyd Brandon, and a daughter, Sharon Sontheimer. Six grandchildren and two great grandchildren also survive.
A memorial service will be held at a later time. Family and friends will be notified. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Kanapaha Botanical Gardens, http://kanapaha.org
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