Brian Thomas Andersen

May 3, 1978 - November 3, 2019

Brian Thomas Andersen, a caring and loving, son, brother and uncle, died unexpectedly on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at his residence in Eaton Rapids. Brian, 41, of Eaton Rapids, was born on May 3, 1978 in Hammond, Indiana, to Tom and Fran (Burke) Andersen. Family meant the world to Brian. If there was a family event, he was there. Brian traveled regionally with his grandfather and father to be fur trader reenactors. If anyone asked Brian for help, he was always there to assist them. Fixing things came natural to Brian, and he didn't just fix it, he improved it. Brian was an avid welder, he worked as a welder for the last several years. This led to him being a very talented fabricator. Other passions for Brian include, the Chicago Bears, hunting coyote, and pistol shooting. Brian is survived by his parents, Tom and Fran; sisters, Kim (Chris) Palmer, Erica (Mark) Hampton; nieces, Josette Hampton, Cadence Palmer, Clare Palmer; nephew, Caleb Palmer; and grandfather, David Andersen. A memorial service for Brian will be held on Friday, November 22, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home. There will be a visitation just prior from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Gift of Life. Friends and family are asked to share memories of Brian on his Tribute Page at www.PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.