Brant Keyes Quick was born in Circle, October 27, 1963. He was the first son of Lyle and Donna (Strid) Quick and the older brother of Warren, Karen, and Becky. He was proud of his nieces and nephews and enjoyed videos of all of them in their various activities. But Brant was especially proud of the fact that he turned his nephew, Jagger, into a rabid Steelers’ fan like he was. They had many phone conversations about game strategy and draft picks.
Brant lived in the Circle area most of his life. After graduating high school, he went to college for a few years then worked as a commodity broker in Minnesota. Brant lived and worked in Florida for a while and also for the Northern Plains Resource Council where he organized and lobbied at the state legislature. He was one of the organizers for the United Farmer and Rancher Congress in St. Louis. After working several years on the Quick Farm and Ranch, he came to work on the Yarger Ranch. To say that Brant led an average life and was just a normal guy is to have never known him. He was above average in most ways but was the antithesis of normal in every way.
Brant was the most stubborn and opinionated person on the planet, but he was consistent. If you look up the definition of an enigma in the dictionary, there is a picture of Brant. One of Brant’s greatest attributes was his ability to cut to the chase. Whether one agreed or disagreed with him, there was never any doubt as to his opinions. If he had a problem with someone, he said it to their face, never behind their back. He could discuss quantum physics, complex economic policy, astronomy, archaeology, the history of Steeler football, the merits of good Kentucky Bourbon and was unbeatable in Trivial Pursuit and Foosball. He was fun to be around, loyal to his friends, and honest.
Brant could pull a breech calf out of a two-year-old heifer in a snowstorm in the middle of the night with a smile on his face. He could do almost anything, however, sometimes the planning and thinking portion of the job overshadowed the actual doing of the job. In spite of his many skills, genetics being what it is, Brant inherited his dad’s skills and techniques with farm equipment. He could destroy an anvil with a couple of chicken feathers. That was Brant Quick.
About four years ago, Brant met Diane Black. The two became inseparable and were so happy. Brant quickly became attached to Diane’s youngest granddaughter, Lorelei, and she affectionately referred to him as “Gampa Bant”. When he first went in for surgery, she said she wanted the doctor to take “the frog” out of his throat. Brant spent time with Lorelei and loved that she would call to talk to him instead of Gram Diane about the baby calves and other “farm things”. Through the dark days of Brant’s horrible disease, Diane seldom left his side. Before Brant passed, he smiled and said, “It’s okay, I’m at peace”.
Brant is survived by his mother, Donna; brother, Warren (Jami), children Abby, Connor, and Garrett Quick; sister, Karen Quick Loudon, son Strid; sister, Becky Mitchek (Jack), children Demi, Jaxi, and Jagger Mitchek. He is also survived by many aunts and uncles, cousins, and friends.
Brant is proceeded in death by his father; Lyle Quick.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 28, 2022 from 1:00-7:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Circle. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 29, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church in Circle. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday September 28, 2022
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
608 Lehman Ave.
Circle, Montana 59215
Family to Receive Friends
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday September 28, 2022
Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home
608 Lehman Ave.
Circle, Montana 59215
Funeral Mass
2:00 p.m.
Thursday September 29, 2022
First Lutheran Church
1200 Ave. C
Circle, Montana 59215
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday September 28, 2022
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
608 Lehman Ave.
Circle, Montana 59215
Family to Receive Friends
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday September 28, 2022
Stevenson & Son's Funeral Home
608 Lehman Ave.
Circle, Montana 59215
Funeral Mass
2:00 p.m.
Thursday September 29, 2022
First Lutheran Church
1200 Ave. C
Circle, Montana 59215
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Susie Erickson says
Dear Donna and families, my heart is breaking with yours. Love and prayers
Lawrie Fritz Meisner says
My thoughts and prayers are with you Donna and your family.
Sheri Sukut says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all for your loss of dear Brant. Much love sent your way.
Joe and Sheri Sukut
Jim & Avis Alcorn says
Our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this most difficult time! God bless his soul, God bless your hearts! Love, Hugs & Prayers!❤️🤗🙏🏻
Peggy and Chuck says
We are so sorry for the loss of Brant.
His memories will always bring a smile, his personality was so strong, we loved him.
You are all in our thoughts and hearts.
Connie Willie Weems says
Your in our thoughts and prayers. God grant U all strength and courage.🙏🏻🙏🏻🤗🤗
Lesley Bentz (Larson) says
So many memories of Brant from High School- specifically his desire to turn the pages of my music as I accompanied the choir. I guess he’d rather sit on the piano bench than stand and sing ☺️ I’m sad his colorful life was cut short, and my heart hurts for you all, especially Donna… no mother should ever have to bury a child. I will pray for peace and I understanding… Rest In Peace, my old friend.
Larry Bruce says
Gone too soon. Brant was just that person I was always glad to see and visit with. Having a beer with him and talking sports and politics was always interesting. My love and sympathy to Donna, Warren, Karen and Becky and all the families.
Kathy Aakre Ruddy says
Donna, Karen, Becky & Warren, My sincere condolences during this time of mourning. Brant was a sweet kid in high school and I wish I was closer to you all to just be there for you if I could do anything that could help you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I’ll be praying the Rosary for Brant. Love you all.
Cheri (Fritz) Weidner says
Donna, Warren, Karen & Becky I was so sorry to hear of Brant’s passing, but know that he no longer has to deal with the pain of cancer. Our families were always intertwined from my earliest memories as well as having Brant in my class all through school. He always had a million dollar smile and a twinkle in his eye that let you know he had something planned that would be memorable whether it was a story, joke, or prank. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very sad and difficult time. God Bless you and guide you along this path. Hugs and much Love to you all.
Mike and Pam McClellan says
Hugs and prayers to your families ❤️Brant was such an amazing soul and such a part of our family growing up. May God grant you all peace at this sad time and knowing he is with Jesus is comfort beyond measure🙏❤️
Lana Garpestad says
Lifting prayers for your family; may Jesus guide you through this journey and give a peace that only He can.
Robert Beason says
Donna and the Quick family
Am very suprised to learn of this….my thoughts and condolences to all…..Rest In Peace…Brant
Tammy Naasz Enghusen says
Donna, Warren, Karen and Becky and families,
Sending you my prayers and condolences as you mourn the loss of Brant. He was a very sweet person. Junie talked so highly of what a great man and helper he was. I’m so sad to hear he’s gone. May he be at peace now. May you all find comfort knowing he brought joy to everyone he encountered. His and prayers!❤️
Mary Jo Lawrence says
Donna, Karen, Becky, Warren and families:
So very sorry to hear of Brant’s passing. You have all been in my thoughts and prayers.
Be assured he is in God’s loving arms.
God be with each of you during this sad time with strength grace peace.
Regards.
Mary Jo (Nerud) Lawrence
Helena, Mt.
Mary Jo (Nerud)Lawrence, Helena says
Donna, Karen, Becky, Warren and families:
So very sorry to hear of Brant’s passing. You have all been in my thoughts and prayers.
Be assured he is in God’s loving arms.
God be with each of you during this sad time with strength grace peace.
Harvey says
Sorry Donna, Warren, Karen, and Becky! We had many fun and stimulating conversations. He will be missed.
Laura Wittenberg says
Donna, Warren ,Karen, and Becky
I am so sorry. May God wrap His loving arms around you all, and give you strength in the days ahead.
I did not know him well, but he was a great friend to my Grandson who thought the world of him. Karen was always a good friend to Tracy .
I am praying for everyone of you. God be with you and give you peace.
Terry Jackson says
To the quick family sending my condolences, Brant was an awesome guy who always took time to stop and chat. Sending hugs and prayers to Diane also
Nancy Rosaaen says
Gone way too soon. Brant – no one could embarrass me like you, yet I never got mad becuz I knew you cared. If you didn’t tease me, I’d wonder what I did wrong (never happened). Memories – No one could wear high heels like you with such confidence. We had a special friendship which I will treasure always. I know you are with your dad now & the 2 of you will continue to watch over your family, Diane & friends.
Vickie Brown says
We are so sorry for the loss of Brant. Our prayers for Diane and the Quick family.
Patti Wood says
Donna and Family, Brant will be missed! He had the warmest smile and so fun to visit with in Circle.
Jimmie Rittal says
so very sorry for your loss.
John Brown says
Feeling such deep sadness for all of you! A man with an intelligent heart gone too soon. May you find comfort and courage in the loving arms of family and friends.
Julianne Harris says
My heart is so heavy since I heard of Brant’s passing. It just doesn’t seem real. So as I type this, the tears roll down my face as I reminisce about who Brant is. What do I mention exactly? Maybe his crazy love for the Steelers. Or maybe his severe disdain for Bon Jovi. Maybe I should mention how he could sing with a beautiful voice of a song bird. While those are great memories of mine, I don’t think it does him justice. Though Brant sometimes may have had a gruff exterior, just below the surface was a kind gentle man. I’m so thankful that for a season of my life I was honored to share part of it with Brant. I was able to be a friend to him as he mourned the lose of his dad. Brant was always a joy for me to be around. As the seasons changed and our paths headed in different directions, I’ve always considered him a dear friend. I love him as a brother and friend and I am so sorry I didn’t stay in better communication with him. Brant will always hold a special place in my heart and I just wish I could have told him. Brant, you’re a good man. I love ya buddy.. My love and pray for his family is that they are comforted during this time of great loss
Barb Hinnaland says
Diane, Donna, Warren, Karen, Becky and families, I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Brant’s passing. The obituary was a beautiful tribute to the many facets of his personality. I saw him for the last time a little over 5 years ago when I was in Circle for Bob’s funeral and really enjoyed catching up with him. He was a great guy who will be fondly remembered by all who knew him. My thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Tracy Bertrand says
The entire Quick family is in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry to hear of your loss, and may God Bless.
Lisa Lockhart says
Donna, Warren, Karen, & Becky,
I’m so very sorry to hear of Brant’s passing. A huge void will be felt, but he is pain free and will live his best life in heaven! It was an amazing tribute you wrote, it spoke volumes about him. May the good Lord wrap his loving arms around you in this difficult time.
Timothy Jay Wilhelm says
I will miss Brant Quick with his quick wit and of course his opinion on politics and life he was always a good friend and was taken from life way too soon and I wish the family the best as they go on in life and cherish the friendship wish I could have attended the funeral condolences to all of you
Pam (Kuntz) and Tim Goodridge says
A wonderful obituary. Thinking of you all… Donna, Warren, Karen and Becky. Brant was the kindest of kind and funny as all heck. –Pam
Mari Hinnaland Pederson says
Donna and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God wrap you all in His loving arms and give you comfort.
Bill Books says
Brant was my first and best friend when I moved to Circle from Wisconsin. We had a lot of great times. When I moved to Crosby, ND, we would keep in touch and I would come back to stay with him and Diane. My condolences to all his friends and family, he will be greatly missed.
Jim and Judy Stegmeier says
We are so sorry to hear of Brants death. May God bless your memories. We have your family in our prayers.Jim and Judy Stegmeier.
Patti Meyers Schubert says
Brant was a little brother to me. Always thought the world of him.
Carissa (Gossen) Bujarski says
So many fond memories of Brant, he was good friend to many weather you saw him every day or if it’s years between visits. I’ll never forget the years we all dressed up for Halloween together and will always stand by that Brant looked better in a mini skirt and me and could walk in heels way better, that is if he wasn’t walking on his hands. Diane and the whole Quick family you are in my thoughts and prayers and hope you will find peace in the days to come.
Mary Kasten Grube says
I’m so sorry for your loss. Its heartbreaking but I know he’s with his dad catching up. Please no you are ALL in my prayers. Much love.
Kristi Meyers Pawlowski says
Donna, Warren, Karen and Becky:
I am sorry to hear of Brant’s passing. May God provide you with comfort knowing he is at peace. Sending love and prayers to all of you. ❤️
Kevin and Cheryl Hance says
Our deepest condolences to the Quick family. Brant was a bright light who always had a smile and a good conversation! He will be truly missed. He is resting in the arms of Jesus. Much love and prayers to everyone 🙏
Leanne Schillinger says
Dear Donna, Warren, Karen, Becky,
It’s hard to find the words. This lovely tribute captures who he was so perfectly. Over the past several days, I’ve found myself remembering Brant – particularly one funny memory we always laughed about together. We thought we were so cool…way back in Jr. High…😂😂. Each time, this memory came to me, it just made me giggle and I could sense his presence…just giggling right along with me. Just like always. I’ll always remember his “Rod Stewart” hair high school and none of us will ever forget how he and his “band of brothers” turned the word “juicy” into a word we cringed. You will be missed BKQ. Leanne. P.S. Cancer Sucks.😢
Tammy Combs says
I went to school with Brant through my sophomore year. I remember him as funny and fun-loving and always with a smile on his face. I watched the service today live stream, and I felt so full of joy after! Steve truly gave us all a picture of who Brant was and who he became. The pastor’s words were encouraging, as well! It is so comforting knowing that even though Brant felt he was a lost sheep, God searched him out and found him! And saved him! I found such joy in that! The days ahead will be hard for the family and those closest to him and I pray you will all find the peace that Brant found. This was the only funeral I have been to that has left me feeling so hopeful and full of joy. May God bless you all.
Shane Molander says
Warren – So sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.
Dave Goodale says
Donna and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Brant’s passing. He was a great friend and I always enjoyed seeing him when I was in Circle. He is now at peace and pain free. May your memories comfort you during this hard time.
Loraine Albers says
❤️My thought and prayers are with all of you.
Myron and Pauline says
Donna and family of Brant Quick our heart is broken with yours in the loss of Brant, but rejoice with you in his new life in heaven. Our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time. God bless you in your precious memories of Brant.
Karen Wolff says
So sad! Though it was a long time since I had him as a blonde, timid, 4th grade student, he was one of mine. I hold good memories of Brant. I pray for your comfort and peace.