Todd William Brand age 60 of Wharton, died at OSU Wexner Medical Center on Sept. 9, 2022. He was born on Mar. 22, 1962 in Lynn, MA to the late Robert and Ilene (Sargent) Brand Sr. He married Vicky L. Boose on Jan. 3, 1983 at the Holloman Air Force Base, NM she survives near Wharton. Surviving are his daughters Brenda (Aaron) Keefe of Centerville and Jennifer Brand of Newark, grandchildren, Carter Brand, Vanessa Keefe, Claira Keefe, siblings Robert (Sarah) Brand Jr. NC, Gregory (Debbie) Brand, GA, Melissa (William) Enslen, FL and Jeffrey (Rose) Brand, FL.
Todd graduated from Swampscott High School in 1980 and has an associate degree from Owens Technical College. He was a Veteran of the United States Air Force, while serving he was a law enforcement specialist on base.
Todd retired from Cooper Tire and Rubber in 1998, was owner of Brand Inspections, Findlay
and a member of The United Steel Workers.
He was a Wharton youth sports coach with is wife for many years. Todd enjoyed golfing, traveling and visiting family. Todd loved taking long walks in the woods with his grandson and his dog. He cherished the time he spent with his grandchildren and family.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00AM on Sat. Sept. 17, 2022 in the Clark Shields Funeral Home with Pastor Rex Roth officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:00AM-11:00AM before time of services at the funeral home. Full Military Graveside Rites will be conducted at Wharton Richland Union Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to Kidney Foundation of Northwest Ohio, Wyandot Memorial Hospice or Alzheimer’s Association in care of Clark Shields Funeral Home 301 S. Patterson St. Forest, OH 45843. To view the Life Tribute DVD, extend a condolence or share a memory visit www.shieldsfh.com.