Brandon James Martin, age 30, passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2015 in Appleton. Brandon was born in Shawano on May 5, 1985, the son of Douglas and Nola (Klosterman) Martin. On September 23, 2014, Brandon was united in marriage to Shanell Boston in Beloit. He had a great sense of humor and loved playing jokes on people. He was a talented artist, and loved drawing and tattooing. In his free time, he enjoyed being outdoors, spending time with his dogs, and helping others.

Brandon is survived by his wife, Shanell; four step-children, Shane, Natalia, Gavin, and Isaac Lounsbury; his parents, Douglas and Nola Martin, and one sister, Mary Martin; as well as several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, including special nephews, Chris, Kyle and Vinnie, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Douglas and Christopher; his grandparents, Alex and Mary Martin, and Eugene and Violet Klosterman.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 30, 2015, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Keshena with Rev. Joel Jores officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held at the Chris Newton Residence, N680 Burnette Lane in Keshena on Monday, December 28, 2015 from 2:00 p.m. until the procession leaves for the church on Wednesday. Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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