Obituary of Brandon Klatt

Brandon Lee Klatt was born in West Palm Beach, Florida on June 11, 1994. He was the son of Judy (Klatt) Walton and Michael Walton. At the age of five, Brandon moved to Michigan and he later attended Britton-Deerfield and Monroe Schools. For the past year, Brandon worked as a Roofer for Strickland Concrete & Masonry. Brandon was an outdoor enthusiast with his father and enjoyed boating, fishing, and swimming in the water. Brandon had a passion for working on cars, building derby cars, and MMA fight training. He also enjoyed playing video games and sports. Brandon cherished family. He enjoyed spending time with his grandma, sisters, and especially his mother. Brandon spoke very highly of his sisters and was proud of their accomplishments. He was respectful and compassionate of others and their needs. Brandon enjoyed lending a helping hand to all that he could. He was ambitious with a great sense of humor. Although he could be stubborn in his ways, Brandon was well-loved by those around him. He was proud to be a mama's boy and he loved his dogs as well. Brandon "B-Rock", age 19 of Deerfield, passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2014 in Lake City, Florida. His passing was preceded by grandfather: Harold Klatt; aunt: Jayne Klatt; uncles: Ben Wood and Sam Moser; cousins: Samuel and Steven Moser; and Nana Michelle and Papa Dan Bagnola. To cherish his memory, Brandon leaves his mother: Judy Walton and her special friend: David Zurek of Deerfield; his father: Michael Walton of Monroe; three sisters: Nikki Bryant of Deerfield, Erica Walton, and Brooklynn Ausmus both of Monroe; a step-brother: Jesse Bolicki of Monroe; his maternal grandmother: Jeanette Klatt; an aunt: Donna Moser ; uncles: Douglas (Kristen Westfall) Klatt and Dennis Klatt and Robert Walton; nephews: Sean and Samuel Bryant; many friends including: Isaac Creamens. Cremation has taken place. Friends may gather from 2:00pm until a Celebration of His Life at 7:00pm on Saturday, March 29, 2014 at Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 North Monroe (734) 384-5185. Pastor David Voss and Pastor David Linville of Petersburg Lower Light Church will co-officiate. A benefit and awareness dinner will be planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family to assist with funeral expenses. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort, share a photo, or make a donation by visiting www.merklefs.com; Online Tributes page.