Carol Brandt, Advertising Strategist, Dies at 62
Carol (Severance) Brandt, award-winning advertising strategist and small business owner, died on January 7 at her home in Skaneateles, NY. She was 62.
She was born in Syracuse to the late Robert L. and Mary E. Severance. After graduating from Ohio University, Carol's career lead her into marketing and advertising, where she worked for internationally renowned companies.
In 1999, Carol and her husband, Richard, moved to Skaneateles, where she became the President of the Adworks, an advertising agency.
As an active member of the business community, Carol belonged to Syracuse Executives Association of CNY, held board positions with non-profits and lectured on marketing strategies.
Her strength of character, incredible grace and unassailable talent left an enduring mark on those fortunate enough to cross her path.
Carol is survived by her husband, Richard; son, Stephen (Buffalo, NY); daughter, Kristen Griffin (Syracuse, NY); mother, Mary (Fayetteville, NY); sisters, Nancy Hummel (Jamesville, NY), Susan Esformes (South Orange, NJ), Barbara Dulas (Shanghai, China), Amy Petee (Auburn, AL); brother, Robert (Montclair, NJ); and beloved dogs, Max and Fritz.
A memorial mass will be celebrated for Carol on Friday, January 20, 10:00 AM, at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, 259 East Onondaga Street, Syracuse.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Carol's name to the Hospice Foundation of Central New York, 990 Seventh North Street, Liverpool, NY, 13088.