Brandon Lee Fassoth, 27, of Merrillville, Indiana, passed away on June 18, 2024. He was born on October 14, 1996, in Hammond, Indiana, to William J. Fassoth III and Margie A. Fassoth-Tibbs. Brandon was an inspiration, a friend, and had the biggest heart. He graduated from Merrillville High School in 2015. During his junior year, he enlisted in the Indiana Army National Guard and completed his training as an infantryman in 2015. He was assigned to the 2-151 Infantry Regiment with the Indiana Army National Guard, Headquarters Support Company at the United States Army Training Center Fort Jackson, SC, and United States Army Center for Initial Military Training, Fort Eustis, VA.

Brandon loved being an infantryman, training and mentoring soldiers, and all aspects of being a soldier in the U.S. Army. Brandon enjoyed hiking, reading, and spending time with his cat, Fireball. He traveled the country seeking new hiking adventures and off-the-beaten-path locations to photograph. He loved being in the company of family and friends, sharing conversations and laughs. Fireball was his best fur friend, whom he loved dearly. He completed a bachelor’s degree in psychology and was pursuing his master’s degree. Throughout his military career, he completed multiple Army schools, including Air Assault and Joint Forces Leader Development.

Brandon was passionate about physical fitness and could always be found in a gym. He did not believe in limits and set personal goals in weightlifting that he always managed to achieve through dedication and hard work. No physical challenge was too much, and he was always inspiring others to help them achieve their goals.

Overall, Brandon was a loving son, brother, and best friend, always there for anyone. He was a soldier, infantryman, and leader in the U.S. Army. His impact on personal relationships and professionally will continue through the people he touched. Brandon is survived by his father, William J. Fassoth III; his brothers, William, Joshua, Justin, and Anthony; and his sisters, Diana, Dana, Dawn, Magen, and Aurora. He was preceded in death by his loving mother, Margie A. Tibbs-Fassoth. A memorial service and funeral will be held at Calumet Park Funeral Chapel in Merrillville, Indiana, on Tuesday July 2,  from 2 pm – 7 pm. The family wishes to thank Sergeant Major Alan Watts, Command Sergeant Major Ephraim Rogers, the TRADOC and CIMT leadership and team members, and countless others for their care and support. “He will be deeply missed but never forgotten.”