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Cindy Evensen
December 13, 2007
I don't know how many times I've wrote to you here, Beav. Each time I delete it before I finish, maybe this time I'll post it. We miss you, and think about you often. Time has distanced us from the initial shock of you leaving us, but it hasn't, and won't, make us forget about you. You are missed at every gathering of friends, no matter if it is spoken or not, we all feel your abscence. We often find ourselves retelling stories of our times with you, and gladly, we always end up laughing. Thanks for the smiles...
Sandra Kugel
January 3, 2007
Well I can't believe it has been a year now since you have left us. It seems like yesterday that we all got together to say good bye to you. I still have your pictures on my refrig and there is not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. We are so lucky to have all the fond memories of you and all that good times that the family had being around you. I hope that you can look down on us all and see that we are all fine and that we keep you in our hearts.
Love Sandy and Chris Kugel
January 2, 2007
There will be a remembrance service at Constance Free Church cemetery, 16150 Crosstown Blvd. at 7:00pm January 3rd. Please feel free to join Family and Friends.
Maureen Rioux-Fust
January 2, 2007
Bob, Brenda, and family
It is so hard to believe that a year has already passed. I prayed for you all at Christmas time to have God help you through such a difficult time. I am sorry that I did not call although you were all on my mind. I hope living has gotten easier for you but I know that it is very tough and will be for many years.
Take care and maybe I will run into you over at your mom's and give you a hug in person.
Take care and God Bless.
Sincerely, Maureen Rioux-Fust
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Kevin & Sheila DeWitt
January 2, 2007
Brenda,Rob and Family,
The awefulness of this new date can not change, but know that your friends remember. We are still here for you and always will be.
Abe and Jay
January 1, 2007
It has been a year to the day that we saw you last Beav, and we miss you terribly. New Year's just was not the same without your goofy smile and crazy antics. Day by day is how we get through this without you and although we miss you we thank God for the time that we did have with you and the blessing of having you in our lives!! Beav- ride on dear friend on those streets of gold.
Justin & Tina Ketz
September 20, 2006
You are dearly missed. We'll never forget our Sunday mornings at Perkins. You have done so much for us from tiling our bath room to helping with our cars. You'll truely NEVER be forgotten by us, Brandon! We miss you so much.
Robert Nerison II
July 2, 2006
Everyone-
Please continue to remember the Benny family in your prayers. It has been six months since Beav has passed, but i know he still lives in all our hearts. Please also continue the stories and memories of Brandon on this website, I look for more thoughts, memories, stories on here everyday i am on the computer and it helps up my spirit. I love you Benny family, you know you are my real family^^
Ashley Pudas
May 17, 2006
I know in my heart that beav with forever be with me....he will watch over me in everything I do....He will help guide me as he did when he was with us...Although I can no longer pick up the phone to call him I know all I have to do is close my eyes and he is right there with me...I Love Beav With All My Heart and am so greatful for all the memories we got to share...so Thank you Beav for always being a big brother to me instead of just a cousin...I LOVE AND MISS YOU
Donna Bushrod
April 23, 2006
Brenda and Bob
As I read what you wrote about Brandon it brigs tears to my ears and a lump in my in my throat. I can really say I know how you feel. Rick my son who died in the month of January 2001 came into the world butt frist also. It gets better at times but very slowly. I only remember meeting Brandon once at Dotties but what a nice young man I remember thinking. He did such a nice job on the work he done at her house. God Bles you both and and I think of you both often. Donna (Stark)Bushrod
Rob & Brenda Benny
April 22, 2006
Rob’s Eulogy:
Brandon had big dreams and plans for the future - his dreams because my dreams. I had looked forward to helping him achieve as much of the dreams as we could. If you knew his dreams and plans – you’d know that given time he would NO doubt achieve them no matter how big. Of all the people I’ve known Brandon could and would do it. I was blessed with 3 sons and a daughter, each one different. I still wait for the door to open and hear his voice. I know this won’t happen but someday the door of heaven will open and my heart won’t ache and I’ll hear his voice again. I will not say good bye because physically he is gone but he will never be gone in my heart and mind. On a final word, thank you for your support and love for us and Brandon.
Brenda’s Eulogy:
Rob and I are heartbroken and know that our lives will never be the same. We will live with an emptiness forever.
Yet through this heart wrenching pain we will trust God. Job 14:5 tells us that God has decided the length of our lives. He knows how many months we will live and we are not given a minute longer.
Brandon was a gift from God and we are so grateful that we had him for 24 years. No words could express the depth of our love for our son. We could share many, many stories that would make you laugh till you cry. We are hopeful that these memories will be a comfort, as well as a reminder of the beautiful boy with the blue sparkling eyes with the cute grin with the big dimple.
But mostly it was his heart and love for others that will never be forgotten
If God had given us a choice to have him for a short time or to never had him at all, we would do it all again – and cling to the promises of God.
Phil 3:20 reminds us that our citizenship is in heaven.
Alysen Pudas
March 7, 2006
Alysen’s Eulogy:
This is something I never wanted to have to do, but unfortunately Jesus had much bigger plans for you Beaver then ever could have been possible here on earth. The hard part is that you would want us all to be strong, and happy for the awesome times we all got to share together and not sad, that it was cut short. That was the kind of guy you were Beav. You always wanted everyone to be happy. You always had a smile that was contagious. Beav, we really had some great times from the very start. Camping, you always knew how to get us into mischief but we wouldn’t have had it any other way. I don’t know how many times you kicked my butt in foosball and air hockey but somehow you always made me believe that I won. Beaver throughout the last few years we had become closer, which now means more to me than I can explain. We grew up together, spent our whole lives as one big family. You are my big cousin, and yes that was a big deal because I was one of the few that you were taller than. Your much more than a cousin Beav, you have become one of my close friends, but most of all Beav you were my big brother. You taught me things only a big brother could, like how to short sheet a bed, how to stick up for myself even though it did mean you beating me up yourself and oh yeah, cars are NOT CUTE! You took care of me Beaver like a true big brother would with surprise carwashes, pulling me out of the ditch when I got stuck and showing me how to make my truck run better and faster. But most of all Beav you were always there with an ear to listen and a hug to make me feel better. Beaver your going to be missed more than you know. You touched everyone you met and left a huge impact on my life. I love you very much Beaver and will hold on to all of our memories until we meet again in heaven. Thank you for everything, I couldn’t have asked for a better big brother.
Cheryl Pudas
March 7, 2006
Eulogy from Funeral:
Brandon had many wonderful attributes that parents hope for in their children. We, his family, were blessed with the opportunity to watch him grow and become the extraordinary man that we remember today. I have the privilege to share with you stories from his childhood that show a few of his finest qualities.
Brandon was a happy man with a wonderful sense of humor:
We first saw Brandon's sense of humor the day he was born. He came into this world in a way that screamed, "I'm here and I'm different." He was folded in half and entered the world butt first. From that day on he always kept us laughing. Like the time that he was sent home from school for having a naughty book on the bus. Later Rob and Brenda found out that he had taken the Dayton's lingerie ad from the garbage at the end of the driveway and brought it to school with him on the bus. Then there was his colorful songs that he learned on that same bus and wanted everyone to hear – He wasn’t choosy who he sang it to, parents, his grandparents, Sunday School teachers, he just wanted to share it. One summer while camping, he got too close to a little dog on a leash. We looked up and his little feet were running so fast that his body couldn't catch up. We laughed until we pee’d (Beav would have been proud) The dog didn't have a prayer at catching him, even if it was on a leash.
Brandon was a man of integrity;
Whether it be fixing something or helping out, he always strived to do things right. In fact, when Brandon was very small, he choose his nickname to reflect exact that. Growing up he looked just like Dennis the Menace and many people would comment on that. One day He came to Brenda and told her that Dennis was a naughty little boy and he wanted to be just like the little boy on “Leave it to Beaver” so the name stuck to this day. Beaver.
Brandon's smile could light up a room:
His very first smile became his signature. With big sparkly blue eyes and one dimple! A little crooked, and it looked like he had something up his sleeve. It was contagious and you always knew it was genuine.
Brandon was a hard working man:
Beaver was always willing to help everyone. Whether it be helping his Dad build their new deck, mowing his grandparents lawn or teaching Little Jake the “Right” way to do things, he was there to help. We spent many weekends with the Benny’s camping at our seasonal campers side by side and Beav was always our little worker buddy. From the moment we arrived at the lake he was busy setting up, helping put the boat in, herding the other kids or building one of his super duper log cabin campfires. And of course he always had to finish the job, bugging us for hours to light the campfire, he will always be the Fire master!
Brandon had a Servants heart;
It showed in many ways as he grew into a man. Beav would drop anything to come help family or friends with an engine problem, help build something, install a car stereo or car starter into a vehicle or just about anything. One thing that I will always be grateful for is that Brandon was someone you could count on. If my girls had a problem with anything, vehicles, stereo’s, boys, they could call Bran and he'd be there for them, in a split second. This went for everyone, Family, friend, neighbors, Beaver was there for them in anyway that he could help. I remember one time Rob and Craig was building me a new garden in our backyard. Beav and his friend Andy hauled many wheelbarrows of black dirt to the backyard. I’ll never forget the determination in his eye as this little skinny scrawny kid pushed that wheelbarrow that probably weight as much as he did.
Brandon was always friendly:
He inherited the gift of gab from his Dad, Rob. Brandon could talk to just about anyone and often did. It wasn't uncommon for him to pull up a chair and join the conversation, whether it was a group of his friends or a bunch of his parent’s friends. We used to joke that it was "Just the Five of Us" -- Rob, Brenda, Craig, myself, and you guessed it, Beaver. Many nights while our other kids were playing and having fun, Brandon would be sitting in the kitchen with us adults. As Beav grew this never changed and we will now cherish that special time together when it was “Just the Five of us”.
In closing, I think that Brandon's Grandparents summed it up the best when they said, "We are proud to be Brandon's Grandparents." I think we can all express that same thought, "I am proud to be Brandon's...friend...or cousin...or aunt...or whatever each of you was in Brandon's life." I truly believe that we are all better people because God gave us an opportunity to be touched by Brandon.
Marie Zeidler
January 24, 2006
Benny Family,
I only knew Brandon for year or so--through mutual friends--and from what I knew of him, he was an extremely generous and giving person. One of the very first times I met him, I mentioned that I had just moved to the area and Brandon immediately offered to help me hang pictures in my new place. Another time he helped me install a stereo in my car. He was always so willing to help everyone--even people he didn't know very well--and every time I saw him he was doing something to help others. Your son was a wonderful person, and though he will be dearly missed, he will never be forgotten.
God bless you.
Benny and Michael - Photo taken Christmas 2004
January 13, 2006
Shay McBride
January 13, 2006
To the Family, we are very sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. TDR Member- Sniper351
Kelsey Rioux
January 12, 2006
Auntie Brenda & Uncle Rob,
I know its hard to let go of such a good person but we all know brandon is in a better place now. I love Brandon & i will miss him so much! I was so glad i got to see him at x-mas! I Love u both ! cu this summer!!
Thanks for the Memories, WEFEST 2005
January 12, 2006
Noah and Andrea
January 12, 2006
Benny,
You will always be with your friends in whatever we do. Whether it be going for a ride, bowling, having a few drinks, or just sitting around remembering the old times. The stories you told us will never be forgotten, we all know them so well. All of us will continue passing them on so others, whom you may have never met, may remeber you with the friends you have left behind. Your smile, laugh, and kind heart will always be with us and we will all share the good times together again someday, but until then goodbye and you will be forever missed.
Love, Noah and Andrea
Tom Gun
January 11, 2006
Dear Family,
Sorry for your loss. You will be in my prayers. TDR MEMBER
Vicki & Dale Sanborn
January 10, 2006
Rob, Brenda and family,
No words that I can say will fill the void in your life Brandon will ALWAYS be with you! I can tell you that it will get easier, someday you will be able to smile at the memories instead of cry. You have such a huge family in Christ and we all love you and want to help you so please lean on us today and everyday!!!! You have my number so call anytime of the day or night!!!
All our love,
Vicki, Dale, Ryan, Noah, Connor & Dean
Earth has no sorrow the Heaven cannot heal!
Samantha Jones
January 10, 2006
On this cold January day we remember Brandon in a special way. Never forgetting him is our vow, knowing he'll always be with us all somehow. This will be an easy vow to keep, because our love for him runs so deep. Although his soul has touched the sky in our hearts Brandon...you will never die!!
I don't have alot of the memories that most of you have,I only knew Brandon for a short time unfortunately,but my husband Brian has a ton of memories about Brandon that he has shared with me. As it has been said many times within these pages "Brandon you will never be forgotten!"
Melissa Schrunk
January 9, 2006
Benny, we miss you so much. You were always so helpful and such a great friend we could never pay you back for everything you have done for us. Everyone loves you so much expcially your family they are just great. See ya some time in a very happy place we love ya!!
Jeremy and Melissa
Bridget Haley
January 9, 2006
Brandon, I will miss being picked on, but you're in my heart.
Ben and Kristen Panchyshyn
January 9, 2006
Rob, Brenda, and family. We are so sorry to hear about Brandon. We will be praying for you. Praise God that we know Brandon is at peace in heaven.
Martene Olson
January 9, 2006
Brenda and Rob,
I am so saddened by the news that Brandon was taken from you so early in his life, I just cannot imagine the pain. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything you need please let me know.
Laurie and Hauns Froehlingsdorf
January 9, 2006
Brenda and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Brandon. You will be in our prayers.
Carmen Peterson
January 9, 2006
I am sorry to hear about your loss. I had only met him a few times and what I remember is his smile and laugh. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers
Always
Carmen Peterson
Deb Schultz
January 8, 2006
Brenda and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We at Jazzercise are praying for you and are thinking of you.
Dave & Karla Larson
January 8, 2006
Dear Benny Family,
We are so sorry to hear the news about your son. May the Lord's Peace and Presence surround and comfort you. Love in Jesus, Dave, Karla, Kate and Alex
Chris Mangano
January 8, 2006
I'm very sorry for your lost. I know he will be missed. He will not be forgotten.TDR MEMBER
John Liebermann
January 8, 2006
TDR Member
Donna Hanft
January 8, 2006
As a friend of Diana and Alan, I was so very sad to hear the news about Brandon. He sounded like a great guy. It is my loss that I had never had a chance to met him. I know there will always be a void in your hearts with Brandon gone, but I will pray that, at least a part of that void, will eventually be filled with loving memories and the knowledge that Brandon is still present in your lives, just not in physical form. His imprint on your hearts will always remain and be there for you to turn to in those moments when you're missing him most.
My thoughts and prays are with all of you during this difficult time.
Peace to all.
Andrew Devich
January 7, 2006
Hey buddy-
I never thought that I would see one of the old crew in the ground so soon. I am still beside myself with how to say goodbye to a brother I only knew for a short time. The memories of you will always be with me and I am forever greatful for all that you gave to me; a wrestling buddy, a bowling and baseball teammate and most of all a best friend for the entire trip through elementry school. True we lost touch after grade school but it never meant that I forgot about you. Shaun, Jesse and I will never forget all the crazy times we spent. I love you brother.
Forever your friend,
Louie
Rich and Wendy Johnson
January 7, 2006
Our deepest sympathies are with your family at this trying time.
God bless you all.
Wallace Mund
January 7, 2006
TDR shall miss him.
Josh Peters
January 7, 2006
Every day I find more and more people that knew Brandon. People he touched with his laughter and generosity. You'll be missed buddy, but we all know your in a better place.
RIP
Andy Albee
January 7, 2006
Dear Benny Family,
May God bless you in your time of sorrow. God's precious son was given to us, taken before his time and resurected in Glory. I thank God that Jesus' death and resurection gives us the great priveledge of being able to be together with him in our time. We pray for your family's comfort in ways that only God can give. We are here to help you in whatever way you need.
Peace throguh Christ, The Albees
C Mullen
January 7, 2006
A Member of the Turbo Diesel Register here and we will all Miss BBenny as he was know on ourr forum
Rest in peace and enjoy your CTD in heaven
Chad and Cindy Becker
January 7, 2006
Brandon, we can't remember seeing you without that big smile. Words can't say how much you will be missed. Thank you for everything you did for us, the great times we all had together and for sharing your smile with us. We love you Beav
Allen, Jared, Bobby, Tiffany, and Brandon
January 7, 2006
Sarah Kelleher
January 7, 2006
I am so saddend and shocked to hear of this loss. My prayers are with you. I cannot possibly imagine how much everyone is hurting, I knew Beav but not nearly as much as many of my close friends. Everyone says life is precious and you never know when it will take a turn, but it is something like this that makes you really understand what that means. My heart truly goes out to everyone who has lost such a great person and he will always be remembered. And remembered with a smile.
Christina Spencer
January 7, 2006
Brandon, one of the most selfless and caring people I have ever met. The type of person who would do anything for his friends and not look for anything in return. I was hoping to see you this summer. I guess I can wait, you are in a better place.
Ashley Pudas
January 6, 2006
Beaver,
You were always like a big brother to me. You were always there to help me with anything, and you always did it with a smile on your face. I am going to miss you greatly. You have taught me many things only a big brother could teach me, like how to beat up 'Jake the Snake' for one. Growing up with you helped me shape who I am today. Your positive attitude toward everything brought a smile to my face. I know you would probably tackle me for crying over losing you, and tell me "Don't cry because I am gone, Be happy I was here." I Love You Beav, and I always will, and until the day we meet again, You will always remain in my heart, right where you always have been. Your probably sittin on your Boat with your Babe right now, enjoyin a cold one. But down here you will be Forever Loved and Never Forgotten. Love Ya Cuz....See Ya Later
Love Always
Your "Lil Sis"
Ashley
Sheila & Kevin Dewitt
January 6, 2006
Those gorgeous eyes and that beautiful smile is how we will always see Brandon. He had a way of making people feel special, no matter your age he always took the time to talk, he had the gift to gab and always had a lending hand.
Brandon emulated joy and love, what precious gifts he had!
We're honored to say we knew such a wonderful man.
John16:22,"Therefore you too have grief now; but I will see you again, and your heart will rejoice, and no one will take your joy away from you.
Steve & Jackie Eichmiller
January 6, 2006
Rob, Brenda, Allen, Jared and all the close friends of Brandon-
We can't begin to know the depth of your anguish and the loss you feel at this time. Our hearts go out to all of you. Brandon was definitely a guy that embraced life, and for him to be taken so suddenly seems unfair. May you all be sustained by your memories of Brandon and the love and compassion of your family and friends. In The Prophet, Kahlil Gibran writes "..life and death are one, even as the river and sea are one". Death is a part of life. We just wish it didn't have to be so sad and so hard to bear.
Steve & Jackie Eichmiller
Cathy & Jim VanLokeren
January 6, 2006
Rob & Brenda,
We are so saddened to hear about the loss of Brandon. There can be nothing worse than the loss of a child. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Barb Bruce
January 6, 2006
Dear Brenda,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your son, Brandon. I never met him, but I remember how proud you seemed when you talked about him and all your children.
All of us at Jazzercise want you to know that you're in our thoughts... and being remembered in our prayers.
My Sympathies,
Barb Bruce
Sharon LaMott
January 6, 2006
When Jenn (our daughter in law)called
me Wednesday morning at work and told me about Bandon--my heart just went out to all of you. Al and Jared I know you all three were great brothers and always looked out for each other. Brenda and Bob no one can imagine how it is to lose a child---I can remember when you lived in our neighborhood and the boys would come over before school to get on the bus with Jennifer--they were both such polite boys. Brandon was always a happy smily little boy --must have been in about 4th grade then I had not seen him again until at Allen and Diana's wedding.He had grown up and turned in to a very nice looking young man. I can still remember at the wedding reception how he was helping everyone. He was a great son and brother I know. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Jim and Sharon LaMott
Leslie Anderson
January 6, 2006
To the Benny Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Brandon was a good friend to a lot of people. He was the type of guy who would help someone out even if he didn't know them directly. He was loved by many and will be missed by all. My heart goes out to your family.
"Benny's Bunnies" WEFEST 2005
January 6, 2006
Cowboy Brandon, always a good time.
January 6, 2006
Brandon's 24th Birthday
January 6, 2006
Angela Swanson
January 6, 2006
I remember when Brandon was very close with my brother, Shaun Sticka. He would sleep over here almost every weekend. We loved having him around. He was good company.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, the Benny Family.
Whatcha lookin' at??
Jennifer Bouchey
January 6, 2006
Brandon, you and your smile and your caring spirit will be missed terribly for the rest of my life. Thanks for being a part of our lives.
Eric & Jenn Bouchey
January 6, 2006
The Benny Family, our deepest condolences to you all.
We have known Brandon for 4 or 5 years and in that time it was clear to me he was to be a life long friend. His devotion to his fiends was true and unmatched. Brandon was always there to help, with a smile and his trade mark grin. To have been part of his life was a gift to us. Rest in peace friend.
Renee Schipansky - (Mack)
January 6, 2006
Dear Brenda, I can't even fathom what you must be going through right now, but as a mother my heart aches for you. May God be close to your side as you and your family work through this heart breaking loss.
Love and Prayers
"keeps ME smiling, Thanks beaver, al)
January 5, 2006
"ALWAYS our bro beve"
January 5, 2006
Wayne and Sara Weber
January 5, 2006
Rob, Brenda, and the Benny family:
There are no words to say that can make your hearts stop hurting. We are so saddend by the news of Brandon. Wayne and I got to know him well while Allen and him were working on our basement. You should be very proud of yourselves to have raised such a fine young man. He touched so many people and will be deeply missed. He will be kept close in our thoughts and forever in our hearts.
Allen and Di-WE LOVE YOU GUYS! We're hear for you both if you need ANYTHING! We are so sorry for your loss.
"smiling right from the get go"
Allen Fagerberg
January 5, 2006
What do I say? I know you are in a good place and are not feeling pain, And the pain I have is because I was robbed of our relationship, and the many things you would have shared with jaxon and alaina. my comfort comes from all the great memories I had of you little brother you are deeply missed. I'll always remember the good times. Never loose that smile because MOST of the time you were right and ALL of the time you were one hell of a guy. love al
(thank you everybody for your kind words beaver cared for you all greatly stay strong)
Tiffany Rioux
January 5, 2006
I've been trying to think about all the times I've shared with Brandon; like daycare at grandma's, birthday parties, and when I could never find my way to your house and he'd have to come and get me and then of course make fun of me. I can't believe that such a great guy could be taken from us so soon. I love ya cuz...
Jennifer Hamack
January 5, 2006
i am sorry to hear about brandon i didnt know him that well but the times me and ashley had with him always brought a smile to our face. we will miss you brandon.
Jeremy and Leah Eichmiller
January 5, 2006
"Life is not a matter of milestones, but of moments", and when we think of all of the major moments in our life, Brandon was always part of them. He was always there when anyone needed anything. We felt that he was part of our family, and we were part of his. He will be missed in more ways than we can mention. We will miss our younger brother and good friend.
Diana Fagerberg
January 5, 2006
Brandon was such a wonderful guy. He was always so willing to help everyone with anything they needed and with a smile on his face. He was a wonderful brother-in-law and uncle. He touched so many lives - he will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. We love you Brandon!!!
Jim & Sue Klein
January 5, 2006
We are deeply saddened to hear of this news today, our deepest sympathies.
Aaron Jones
January 5, 2006
I'm sorry to hear about your loss of Brandon. I knew him growing up when jared and I would hang out together. I remember the RC cars and the constant rough-housing we all took part in. It was a pretty big part of my childhood. Brandon will be missed by everyone who was close to him.
Tim and Jen LaMott
January 5, 2006
What a blessing it is to have had the time with Beav that we did - He always had a smile that lit up a room and a sparkle in his eye. Beav - you are missed beyond belief - Thank You for all the great memories and all the laughs!
Pam Chock
January 5, 2006
Rob and Brenda,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts.
Jill Ricci
January 5, 2006
I am so sorry to hear the news about your beloved son, Brandon. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.
Dave & Judy Mcmullen
January 5, 2006
The Benny Family,
Our prayers are with you in this most difficult time since learning the news of Brandon. Our son Tim expresses a truely deep loss of such a giving and fun friend. Fond memories will be everyones strength during such a difficult time. God Bless you and your family.
The McMullens
Ken (Junior) Roehler
January 5, 2006
I am very sorry for your loss. I only knew Brandon for about a year, but he had become a good friend very quickly. I will miss him greatly as will the many friends he made wherever he went. He was one of the happiest guys you could have ever met and passed that on to everyone.
BRAD HENDRICKSON
January 5, 2006
I STILL CANT BELIEVE THAT THIS IS REAL. BRANDON WAS A TRUE FRIEND THAT WAS ALWAYS THERE WHEN YOU NEEDED HIM. HE WAS FAR TOO YOUNG TO PASS ON. I WILL NEVER FORGET HIM. GOOD BYE BUDDY.
Dottie Stark-Stiele
January 5, 2006
Bob and Brenda...My heart is overwhelmed with grief for you. I have no words except that I want you to know just as Job's friends stood by silently I too am standing with you in your grief. I love you guys.
Al and Donna Bushrod
January 5, 2006
Boband Brenda and family We are so sorry to hear your tragic loss of Brandon. Al and I got to chat with him at Dotties when he was there to do some work. What a fine young man. God had other plans for Brandon and so now he is with God and at peace/ I know it is hard to lose a child it was just four years ago we went though the lose of our son. God is a good God
Abe and Jamie Davis
January 5, 2006
We are deeply saddened by the loss of Benny. He was our best friend, our favorite riding buddy, and a great gift to us in life. Always here with a smile and a helping hand, he will be forever missed. We will cherish all of the times we shared and we are grateful for the great impact that he made upon us all.
Benny, the rides are for you!!
Mike Hanson
January 5, 2006
Brandons death comes as a shock to me. Although I have not seen him for a few years I can still remember clearly when we used to play with our remote control cars as children. The trips to the dirt bike track as teenagers were a blast. Good by Brandon.
Shelley Jones
January 5, 2006
Brenda,
I am so sorry to hear about Brandon. My heart is breaking for you. I know words mean little now but I just want to say 2 things. I love you and God is a good God. We are praying for you.
Greg and Shelley (Johnson) Jones
Gary Mulville
January 5, 2006
Sometimes no words can be of comfort. I only pray that at this time Jesus has his arms wrapped around you and you deeply and truely comforted with the promise that he will be there for you and the hope of seeing Brandon again. Then it will be tears of joy...the only kind of tears in heaven.
Robert Nerison II
January 5, 2006
Brandon, was like one of my brothers, I will miss him a ton. I know he is in a better place. Stay strong for that is what Brandon would want. I love you guys very, very much and all my prayers are with you.
Craig & Cheryl Pudas
January 5, 2006
Beaver, It will always be the 5 of us. We will miss you bud...
Carolyn Tracy
January 5, 2006
Rob & Brenda,
I was so saddened to hear about Brandon. My heart aches for you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
CAROL HENDRICKSON
January 5, 2006
DEAR BENNY FAMILY,
I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I ONLY MET BRANDON A FEW TIMES AT MY HOUSE THROUGH MY CHILDREN (BRAD & KRISTI). HE WAS ALWAYS VERY JOVIAL AND FUNNY AND ENTHUSIASTIC. HE WILL BE SADLY MISSED. GOD HAS A PLAN FOR BRANDON AND HE WILL DO GOOD. BE THANKFUL FOR YOUR MEMORIES. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY.
SINCERELY,
CAROL HENDRICKSON
Tim and Kristi
January 5, 2006
Words caanot express the sorrow our hearts are filled with. Brandon touched everyone who he knew. Our prayers are with you.
Love,
Tim and Kristi
Jennifer LaMott
January 5, 2006
Wow I can't believe it. I was just thinking yesterday about when you lived down the road and my mom would watch you guys to make sure you would get on the bus and one day you wouldn't so my mom was calling your mom and I had to get on the bus alone with out my mommie (i know im a big baby) LOL or the time at your brothers wedding when you and Jared were giving me rides on your bikes. That was fun. You are going to be greatly missed!
Rob, Brenda, Allen Diana and Jared-I still live in the same place so if you need anything Im here.
Jeanette Pudas
January 5, 2006
I am so stricken with the loss of Brandon. Know my heart and prayers are with you and yours always - but especially during this time.
Amy Rundle
January 5, 2006
I am so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. It is not fair that such a young man have to leave so soon. Thoughts and prayers are with the family today and in the days to come.
Maureen Rioux-Fust
January 5, 2006
Bob Brenda and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Brandon. I know that it is going to be very hard for a long time but God must have had other plans for him. I will see you all on Saturday and Sunday and hope that hugs and kind words can help you through such a tragic time in your life. I know that you all will miss him immensely.
Love Maureen Rioux-Fust & family
Sandra Kugel
January 5, 2006
This is a tragic loss for all who knew Brandon. Life is so precious and at times like this, we should let those around us know how much we love them. I know that Brandon knew how much he was loved by his family and friends. He will be missed by all. God bless you Brandon. Love you Sandy & Chris
Chris & Kathleen Dahl
January 5, 2006
"When I kept silent, my bones wasted away through my groaning all day long." Psalm 32:3
If it wasn't for God and his son Jesus Christ. I couldn't have known what to do the day my son died. He was 20. He was murdered. Please don't let him suffer was my cry.
Robert & Brenda We want you to know, truly, from the bottom of our hearts We are so sorry for the tragic loss of your dear son.
I've found that we're not as angry at God as we are at death. God understands our emotions and outbursts. He created us emotional beings. I believe He overlooks our anger when we lose someone. You will be in my prayers as you visit this valley of grief. He will hold you close and whisper healing in your ear. He will be sympathetic to our needs while we are in sorrow. Serve Him faithfully here, and He'll reward you in due time. On that day, you'll see your son again. You are in our prayers tonight. May you find the strength to carry on and the peace you deserve. How tragic, I still can't believe this has happened, our hearts are aching. The Benny family is in our prayers, May God be with you all in this time of sorrow.
Cheree' Eggen
January 5, 2006
Brenda: My deepest sympathy to you and your family!
Kevin Nagle
January 5, 2006
You were taken far before your time, Brandon. We will all miss you.
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