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Brandon Lee Wanatee, Sr., "E-DE-KA-MA-KEA", 65, of Tama, passed away, Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at UnityPoint Health-Allen Hospital in Waterloo, Iowa. A Traditional Wake was held Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Eagle Clan Ceremonial Building on the Meskwaki Settlement, rural Tama. A Traditional Graveside Service will be held Friday, October 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Meskwaki Cemetery on the Meskwaki Settlement, rural Tama with Wayne Pushetonequa as speaker.
Survivors include his children: Bradley Wanatee, Zachary (Lyrik) Wanatee, Courtney Wanatee and Brandon Wanatee Jr.; three grandchildren; siblings: Rose E. Wanatee, Natalie Wanatee, Clyde K. Wanatee, LeAnn Morgan, Leland Morgan and Linda Morgan; two nieces; four nephews and paternal uncle.
Kruse-Phillips Funeral Home, Tama-Toledo is assisting the family with the arrangements.