Brandi Jo Malkin

Brandi Malkin ObituaryObituary published on Legacy.com by Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Home in Tilden on Mar. 16, 2026.Brandi Jo Malkin, 57, of Pinckneyville, IL; born on August 23, 1968 in Red Bud, IL, the daughter of Erhardt "Junior" and June (née, Owens) Spier; passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026 at home surrounded by her loving family.Brandi was a hardworking, devoted mother who always had a big heart for children. She loved to play Yahtzee, Dominos or card games. Brandi was a lot of fun to be around and enjoyed spending time with her family.She is survived by her daughter – Dena (fiancée, Kali Haeck) Malkin of San Diego, CA; parents – Junior and June Spier of Tilden, IL; two brothers – Todd (spouse, Nilda) Spier of Belleville, IL and Scott (Joy) Spier of Houston, IL; one sister – Peg (spouse, Tom) Buzzard of Knoxville, TN.Brandi was preceded in death by one sister – Candy Forsythe and one brother – Jeffrey McKenzie.Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.heilschuessler.com.Memorial Contributions may be made to St. Louis Children's Hospital or the donor's choice.The Visitation will be held at Tilden Presbyterian Church on Friday, March 20, 2026 from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Memorial services will begin at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Dennis Hamilton officiating.Heil-Schuessler & Sinn Funeral Home in Tilden, Illinois is in charge of arrangements.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.