Kevin Brantner

Kevin Brantner was born August 2, 1972 in Houston, Texas and passed away on May 31, 2017 in Sunnyvale, Texas.Kevin grew up in Teague, Texas and graduated from Teague High School in 1991.Kevin most recently lived in Forney, Texas for the last 12 years with his wife, Julie and their two children Maddie and Clayton.Kevin’s work experience included the oil field and the job he enjoyed the most was as an engineer for Union Pacific Railroad. Kevin truly enjoyed spending time with his family, playing catch with Maddie and Clay, skeet shooting, target shooting, gunsmithing, and tinkering with his tools in his garage.Kevin was known to be a friend to anyone in need, anytime and any day.He was loyal, eager to help others, fix what was broken and was a true jack of all trades.Kevin was kind hearted and would give the shirt off his back to anyone in need.Even in death, his request to be an organ donor was honored. Kevin loved his family and was loved deeply in return by many family members and friends.Kevin’s proudest moments were the births of his two children, Madison Marie and Clayton James. Kevin was preceded in death by his mother, Marie Hartley.His brother, Michael Shannon Brantner, his uncle James Bud Hartley, his aunt Mary Ward, his grandparents Maxine and Millard Hartley and otherfamily members. Kevin is survived by his wife of 16 years, Julie, daughter Madison and son Clayton.A brother, Ben Moreno and sister in law Rosa; an uncle, Lynn Hartley and aunt Ruth Sandoval.Kevin is survived by numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, in-laws and friends that were dear to him. Kevin’s life will be celebrated Friday June 2nd from 11:30-1:30 at Smoke Monkey BBQ 11139 S State Highway 205 Rockwall, TX 75032. Per Kevin’s request we will enjoy BBQ, music and most importantly time with family and friends.