Collin enjoyed drag racing since he was a child and competed actively until 1989, then as a spectator. Also camping, boating, baseball, any kind of motor sport like Nascar, and he really enjoyed traveling to classes for his HVAC occupation, as he never went to college.  Collin belonged to many organizations over the years, such as scouts, Jaycees, Chamber of Commerce, Freeman Development,
SD Retailers, NATE, PHCC, Church trustee, Sioux Falls HVAC Assn. of which he was a past president, and Freeman City Planning and Zoning board.

Collin was a life long Republican and enjoyed being a political spectator. His hobbies included his back yard, reading, collecting and playing old Rock and Roll and Classic Country records, which he sometimes played for friends, weddings or parties, and the like. He enjoyed playing "name that tune" with anyone who would play along, and he really enjoyed visiting most of all. He was fascinated with local history and landmarks, and learned how to make homemade wine, which became a big hobby for him. Collin is survived by his wife Jane of Freeman, sons Morgan and Mitchell; his mother Irene Kleinsasser of Freeman, one sister Ronda Leaux West of Texas and her daughter Natalie; mother-inlaw
Phyllis Knittel, brother-in-law Brian Knittel and wife Cheri of Freeman and their family, and a host of friends and relatives. He was preceded in death by his father, Cal Kleinsasser and father-in-law Harold Knittel.

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Church, where a Vigil Servicewill be held at 7:30pm. In lieu of flowers,
memorials may be directed to the Catholic Community Foundation
for Regina, St. Patrick's Building Fund or Mercy Hospital Foundation.

Tim was born December 20, 1930 in Iowa City, the son of Albert and Mary Katherine Dubisher Brandt. He was a 1950 graduate of City High School. Tim married Patricia Holland on July 11, 1953 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Iowa City.  Tim owned and operated Brandt Heating and Air Conditioning, which he founded in 1953. He retired in 2000, but remained active in the business with his sons who followed in his footsteps. Tim served on the Iowa City City Council eight years, and was past Mayor of Iowa City. He had been chairman of Iowa City Parks and Recreation. Tim was involved in the Iowa City baseball program and was instrumental in the development of the Mercer Park baseball diamonds and the Bobby Oldis Baseball Field at City Park.

Tim was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church, where he served on the finance committee, Marquette Council Knights of Columbus, Iowa City Optimist Club and Iowa City Noon Rotary. He was past president of Rotary.

Tim served on the board of directors of numerous Iowa City organizations including Mercy Hospital, Goodwill Industries, Systems Unlimited and was a past district chairman for the Boy Scouts of America. He was generous with his time and resources in making our community a better place to live. Tim was an avid supporter of Catholic education, and had served on the Regina School Board, the Regina Foundation and was past president of the Regina Boosters Club. Tim had been inducted into the Regina Booster Club Hall of Fame.

Tim loved the time spent with his wife, Pat, their children and grandchildren. His sense of humor, generosity and concern for others in the community will be greatly missed.  Tim is survived by his wife, Pat of 55 years and their eight children, JoEllen Brandt Dickens (Terry), Timothy John (TJ) Brandt (Carolyn), William Brandt (Deb), John Brandt (Debbie), Katherine Brandt Lincoln (Brett), Robert Brandt (Carrie), Thomas Brandt (Amy) and Michael Brandt (Michelle), all of Iowa City; 23 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; three sisters, Eileen Petersen and Joyce Wieder, both of Iowa City and Renita Rummelhart (Robert) of Hills.Tim was preceded in death by his parents, one granddaughter, Alice Joan Lincoln, and two brothers, Eugene and Ronald.

Online condolences and memories may be shared at http://www.lensingfuneral.com/.

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March 17th, 2008 
American Standard America, Crane and Eljer Complete Merger,
Creating a Leading North American Bath and Plumbing Company

The leaders of American Standard America, Crane Plumbing Holding Corp. ("Crane") and Eljer Holding Corp. ("Eljer") are pleased to announce the merger of their respective companies is now complete. The new combined company will conduct business under the name of American Standard Brands. Donald C. Devine, previously President and CEO of American Standard America, has been named CEO of American Standard Brands, effective immediately. Until integration plans are complete, Kevin Oak will retain his role as CEO of Crane as will Jim Harris as CEO of Eljer. Both will report to Donald C. Devine. Once integration plans are complete, Kevin Oak will assume the COO position of American Standard Brands and Jim Harris will continue to serve on the merger integration leadership team.

The new company, American Standard Brands, will offer a broader brand portfolio, a more comprehensive set of product lines, enhanced distribution opportunities, cost benefits and greater scale in its relevant markets. "We are excited to join forces with Crane and Eljer to create a leading North American bath and plumbing company that will offer a stronger, more compelling value proposition to our commercial, retail, showroom and residential customers," said Donald C. Devine, CEO of American Standard Brands. "Our customers will now be able to select from a broader mix of products and rely on consistently high levels of quality, value and customer service."

Devine continued, "As previously announced, we are in the process of integration planning. Integration takes time and must be done right, but we are excited to bring these world-class firms together as quickly as we can and will provide updates where appropriate and through your regular company contact."

The three companies first announced their intention to merge on February 13, 2008. American Standard America, Crane Plumbing Holding Corp. and Eljer Holding Corp. are affiliated portfolio companies of Sun Capital Partners, Inc. ("Sun Capital"), a leading private investment firm specializing in leveraged buyouts and investments in market-leading companies. Through their investment in Ideal Standard International, Bain Capital Partners, Inc. ("Bain Capital") is a minority partner in American Standard America, and will remain a minority partner in the new consolidated entity.

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