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Brandon Showalter Obituary

Brandon Joseph Showalter, 28, passed away suddenly from a heart-related illness on Saturday, Augsust 25, 2012. Born in Boston, he was the son of Ronald A. and Catherine (Cotter) Showalter of Hopkinton and East Dennis. He was a 2002 graduate of Hopkinton High School and attended UMass Amherst. He was the vice president of operations at All Pro Cleaning Systems of Westborough. He was an avid Boston sports fan and loved watching NASCAR. Besides his parents, he leaves his sisters, Lauren and Julie Showalter of Hopkinton, his maternal grandmother, Irene Cotter Seiders of Hopkinton (formerly of Dorchester), his aunts and uncles Joseph and Irene Cotter of Middleton, Walter and Patricia Cotter of Dorchester, John and Lee Cotter of Newton, and Jean Bramer , Barry, David and Steven Showalter of Ashtabula, OH. He also leaves behind many cousins and friends his loving girlfriend and soul mate of five years, Katelyn D. Barry and her parents and brother Christopher, Kathleen, and Christopher Barry, all of Hopkinton and Orleans. A funeral Mass will be celebrated Thursday, August 30 at 10:00 a.m. in St. John the Evangelist Church, 20 Church Street. Burial will follow in Blue Hills Cemetery, Braintree. Calling hours are Wednesday, August 29 from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. in St. Johns' Hall, adjacent to the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Callanan Cronin Funeral Home, 34 Church Street (http://www.callanancronin.com). Donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 20 Speed Street, Framingham, MA 01701-4688.

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Published by MetroWest Daily News on Aug. 28, 2012.

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August 31, 2012

Our prayers are with Cathy and Family. our heart felt condolence. Bill and Katy Lydon.

Becky Tripp

August 31, 2012

To the Showalter Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I graduated high school with Brandon and I remember him as such a nice person always filled with Hiller spirit. I hope all the wonderful memories of Brandon will bring you some comfort during this time.

Kathy Franco

August 30, 2012

God Bless your Family. We are so sorry for your loss. Kathy Franco and Family. Bill Lydon's friend

DEBRA CATANZARO

August 29, 2012

I AM DEEPLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSE ,MY THOGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE SHOWALTER FAMILY.i AM A FRIEND OF JOHN AND LEE COTTER.

Simara Howard

August 28, 2012

Ron and Cathy, I'm so deeply saddened to hear about Brandon's passing. May God comfort your hearts. My prayers are with you.

Deborah Harper

August 28, 2012

Ron and Cathy,

I am deeply sorry for your loss. My heart is broken for you. Hold onto one another. You will be with Brandon again. May the love of family and friends bring comfort to you during this unimaginable sad time. "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit"

Darcey and Jim DeRose

August 28, 2012

Ron and Cathy,
We pray that God will comfort you and give you strength, now and throughout the days ahead. Know that even the friends you have from many years ago send their love and stand ready to support you in any way possible.
May God bless you with His peace.

August 28, 2012

We are heartsick over the sad news of Brandon's passing. May the love and support from all of those around you help strengthen you during this very difficult time
~ Kathy, Jess and Jonathan Curran

Kathy, Jess and Jonathan Curran

August 28, 2012

We are so saddened by the news of Brandon's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in a big way. May the love and support from others around you help strengthen your family during this very difficult time.

Peter Pappas

August 28, 2012

Ron,

My sincere condolences to you and your family for your loss. Brandon will be missed.

Pam Marston

August 28, 2012

My heartfelt sympathy to Katelyn, Christopher, Kathy and Chris.

Varnii Kesselly

August 28, 2012

Hi Ron and Family:
May God give you strength during these difficult times.

Greg Gamwell

August 28, 2012

I'm very saddened to hear of this. I am one of Brandons clients and have worked with Brandon quite a lot in the past 3 years. My thoughts go out to his family and loved ones.

Donna Bitensky

August 28, 2012

Cathy and Ron and your entire family - I think my entry got lost so I am writing again. On behalf of my entire family we send our deepest regrets about this horrible tragedy. We will remember all the times Brandon helped us out - he was very special to our Justin and to us. A wonderful young man - once again - prayers are with you all.

Elizabeth Neri Haberski

August 28, 2012

God Bless

Kate Berman

August 28, 2012

So many fond memories of Brandon. Taken too soon from the world. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family, girlfriend, and friends. He will be greatly missed.

Ed & Jane Baumler

August 28, 2012

Ron and Cathrine, I am so sorry for your loss. I don't even know what to say for something so heartbreaking. I can only pray that the lord gives you strength and peace during this time. May God bless you and keep you all the days of your life. all our love, Ed and Jane

American Heart Association

August 28, 2012

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Vicky

August 27, 2012

Lauren, your IHI family is heartbroken about this tragedy and sends you and your parents, sisters, and extended family our love and support. We are here for you!

Kel Kelly

August 27, 2012

There are no words. Only sadness and tears. Sending endless streams of love.

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