Brandt, Gary M. Age 73 of Montrose MN. Formerly of Amery, WI and Brooklyn Park, MN passed away October 24th, 2019. Preceded in death by parents, Donald Brandt and Alice Osborne. Gary is survived by his wife of 29 years, Sherrie; daughter, Carolyn Briggs; son, Steven (Lori Gustavson); step-son, Michael Thomas; grandsons, Shawn Briggs (Michelle) and Tyler Briggs (Alyssa) of Cape Coral, FL; great grandsons, Parker and Cole Briggs. Gary was born in 1946 in St. Paul MN. He graduated in 1964 from Alexander Ramsey High School. Gary served in the Navy from 1967 to 1971. He became a boiler engineer. Employed through the years by many theaters as a projectionist. Most recently employed by M.A. Mortenson for 23 years until he retired in 2006. Gary also worked with the Brooklyn Park Police Dept. for several years as a reserve officer and later became captain of the reserves. A celebration honoring his life will be held June 27th, 2020 at 2:00 at Washburn-McReavy Hillside Chapel 2610 19th Ave N.E. Mpls, (612) 781-1999 Visitation one hour prior to service.