at Liberty Village Manor Court. He was born November 10, 1940 in Fairbury, Illinois
son of Henry Charles and Wanda Lucile Branz.
Lyle served in the U.S. Army in Germany where he met and married his beloved wife
Ludi on November 8, 1963. They were married 42 years when she died of cancer in 2005
at the age of 59.
Lyle had a passion for music and was gifted with the ability to play the guitar, write and sing his own country songs, much to the enjoyment of family and friends. Being a quiet guy, Lyle expressed the heart of who he was through his music with a smile and sense of humor that warmed all our hearts and brought so much joy and fond memories. He was a man of few words and we all knew when Lyle spoke, we needed to listen. Our “Bud” will be so sadly missed.
Lyle is survived by his committed companion and sweetheart Ruth, who grew with him in Godly faith and love. He is also survived by five loving siblings who will miss him dearly: Fern Blair, Plymouth, MN; Carol Jean Schade Winn (George), Harbor Springs, MI; Claude Branz (Sylvia), Reidsville, NC; Mick Branz (Karen), Chatsworth, IL; and Donna Bordner (Craig), Mapleton, IL. He is adored and respected by many nieces and nephews, great and small. The Branz Family Reunion will never be the same though our circle be unbroken. If Lyle were here he would say, “It’s Ok.”
Davison-Fulton Woodland Chapel at 2021 N. University, Peoria, will host a visitation from 1:00-2:00 p.m. followed by a funeral service with military honors. Services will be officiated by Pastor Winter of Redeemer for family and close friends due to Covid restrictions.
In lieu of flowers, please make a heartfelt donation to the Care Ministry at Redeemer Lutheran Church whose pastor ministered to Lyle and Ruth with ongoing visits and communion.
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