Drew Elihu Bratt

Drew Elihu Bratt, 57, of Guilderland, passed away 2012, October 11th, at St. Peters Hospital. He was Born on January 1st, 1955, son of the late Guy Elihu and Marie (Leininger) Bratt. He married Diane (Pyszkowski) Bratt in 1976. Drew is survived by his 3 children, Derek Elihu (Sarah) Bratt, David Elihu (Casey Marks) Bratt, and Danielle Elizabeth Bratt, two grand-daughters Lindsey and Kylee Bratt, brother Eric (Joni) Bratt, Aunt Marion Robinson, Uncle Albert (Jiggs) Leininger, numerous nephews, nieces and cousins. As a 1973 graduate of Guilderland Central High School, Drew chose to pursue a career in aviation, and served over 20 years in the United States Coast Guard. Petty Officer (AD1) Bratt became the recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross as well as other medals and awards. Upon retiring in 1993, he continued his service with Albany Med. Flight and the New York State Police Aviation Unit. Drew was most proud of his work in search and rescue. He was also a dedicated lifelong member of the Lynnwood Reformed Church. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, October 14th from 5-8pm at Fredendall Funeral Home, 199 Main Street Altamont, NY. A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 15th, in the Funeral Home at 10am. Internment will follow at Saratoga National Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to the Camp Fowler Scholarship fund care of Lynwood Reformed Church, 3714 Carman Road, Schenectady, NY 12303.