Alan L. Branstrom, age 73, of Rapid River, passed away on June 30, 2024, at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay, Wis.
Al was born on June 21, 1951, in Escanaba, the son of Arthur “Dick” and Erma (Demeuse) Branstrom. They relocated to Taylor, Mich. when Al was young, and he later graduated from Taylor High School. Following graduation, Al moved back to the Upper Peninsula to further his carpentry career. Al worked in carpentry for most of his life, most recently being employed with 41 Lumber in Escanaba. Al was united in marriage to the former Lynn LaPointe, and they shared 44 wonderful years together. Al enjoyed riding motorcycles, fishing trips, boat rides on Little Bay de Noc, the Green Bay Packers, and spending time with his family.
Al is survived by his loving wife, Lynn; children Darla Diamantte, Jo Ellen (James) Lusardi, Kerry (Steven) Delgoffe, Robin Michales, and Jeffrey Martin; grandchildren Brooke Delgoffe, Courtney Borgnakke, Alexa Diamantte, and Natalie Delgoffe; siblings Robert (Terri) Branstrom, Arthur (Mary) Branstrom, and Richard Branstrom; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Al was preceded in death by his parents, Dick and Erma.
Family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, from 12 to 3 p.m. at Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. Services honoring Al will follow visiting hours at 3 p.m. with Pastor Terri Branstrom officiating.
Deb Gagnier - Gladstone, MI
Lynn and family, so sorry to hear of Al’s passing.
Prayers and love for all.
Bretl Family - Menominee , Mi
Many blessings to Al’s Family may he rest in peace.
Linda Allen - Brookfield, WI
Art & Mary,
I’m so sorry for the loss of your brother. I remember hearing stories of the good times you had with Al & Lynn.
I hope those memories make the grief less heavy on your hearts.
Love to you,
Linda (Lundin) Allen
Nancy & Tim LeGault - Gladstone, Mi
Dear Lynn and Family,
We were saddened to hear of Al’s passing. We are so sorry for your loss. Al was very easy to like. He remodeled Tim’s house in Stonington back in the mid 1980’s along with remodeling our home downtown Gladstone in the late 1980’s. He did an amazing job. He was an honest and talented carpenter. He was a hard worker and we feel fortunate to have known him. The two of you were such a nice couple. We know that you will miss him dearly. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Nancy & Tim LeGault