Tandy Scott Brandt

TYLER — Tandy Scott Brandt passed away on October 13, 2023, in Tyler, Texas, surrounded by family. She was loved by many, including her husband of 55 years Bill Brandt and her children, Dr. Kerry Brandt Dunbar and Dr. Scott Brandt, and their spouses Travis Dunbar and Carlie Brandt. She loved her 4 grandchildren, Owen and Katherine Dunbar and Liliana and Max Brandt, her sister-in-law Anne Scott, brother- and sister-in-law Bob and Mary Brandt, and multiple cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Archie and Dorothy Scott, and her brothers, Roger and Sam Scott.

Tandy was born in Lubbock, Texas in 1946 and grew up in Highland Park and San Angelo, Texas. At Southern Methodist University she majored in music education and was a proud member of the Chi Omega Sorority remaining fast friends with her sorority sisters until her passing. She met Bill Brandt her sophomore year, fell madly in love, and they married August 17, 1968.

She started her life in Tyler teaching fourth grade at St. Andrews Elementary School where she introduced her students to music on her ukulele. Although she left St. Andrews to raise her children, she continued music education through her entire life. She was the Children’s Carol Choir Director at Marvin for 26 years and introduced hundreds of children to the joy of song. Her teaching philosophy revolved around inspiring a love of learning. Her love of music continued throughout her life, as a member of the Marvin United Methodist Church choir and was a charter member of the Tyler Civic Chorale. She also wrote the alma mater for Clarkston Elementary school. Tandy approached life with exuberance and believed in positivity to uplift her family, her students, and her friends and acquaintances. She lived a life of service and was a member of the Junior League of Tyler, Women’s Symphony League, Tyler Community Concerts, AAUW, United Methodist Women, multiple PTAs, and multiple other volunteer organizations.

She was a caring and devoted wife, mother, and friend. She was a member of the Seekers Sunday School class and a Wednesday evening Bible study that met for 40+ years.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Marvin United Methodist Church, officiated by Drs. Doug Baker and Gerry Giles, on Saturday November, 11th, 2023 at 2 pm with a reception to follow. The family will have a private graveside service at Cathedral in the Pines Cemetery under the direction of Stewart Family Funeral Home.

Pallbearers include Scott Brandt, Travis Dunbar, Owen Dunbar, Max Brandt, Bob Brandt, Liliana Brandt, and Katherine Dunbar. Honorary pallbearers include the Seekers’ Class Bible study and Marvin Choir.

Tandy’s family is grateful for the outstanding care from the staff at Brookdale South and Angel Hands Hospice.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011 (www.alz.org); the Marvin Church Choir, 300 W. Erwin St., Tyler, TX 75701 (www.marvin.church); or the charity of your choice.