Brandon M. Tauer of New Lenox, formerly of Lemont, age 40. Beloved husband of Shauna, nee Richardson; loving father of Blake Tauer, Tyler Smith and Aubrey Tauer; cherished son of Thomas and Christina (nee Lombardi) Tauer; beloved grandson of the late Edward and Irene Tauer and the late Anthony and Virginia Lombardi; dear brother of Joseph (Julie) Tauer and Gina Tauer; son-in-law of Kyle and Margie Richardson and Joyce Harader; brother-in-law of James (Casey) Triggs, Samantha (Matthew) Raymond, Jennifer Richardson and Sarah Richardson; fond uncle of Lucas and Troy Tauer, Arianna Tauer, Chase Kunstman, Kylen Harris, Magnolia Raymond and Talia Triggs; survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Brandon had a charismatic personality. To know him was to love him. He was an avid fan of all football, especially the Indianapolis Colts. Brandon was an Allstar pitcher at Lemont High School, Joliet Junior College and Robert Morris College. He loved UFC, music, cars, golf and the Jersey Shore. Funeral was held on Monday January 20, 2025, at St. Alphonsus Church.  Interment private at St Cyril and Methodius Catholic Cemetery.  Arrangements entrusted to The Original Kuratko Family, Brian D. Kuratko-Director. For funeral info 708-F-U-N-E-R-A-L.