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Charlie and Braden Powell Obituary
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Pam Ratcliff
July 28, 2024
Saw this story tonight on 20/20 and was so saddened by the loss of Susan and her two beautiful boys. I know they are together again and, even though their lives were cut short, please know that they were loved and they made a difference. ❤
Jill Milner
August 24, 2020
Precious boys, I pray that you and your Mom are together, happy and safe in heaven. God bless.
BettyJo Greer
August 22, 2020
I'm so very sorry your lives were cut so short. May you enjoy eternity with your mother in heaven.
February 12, 2017
I will always remember your special angels and your daughter. Sending love, hugs, and prayers to you from Vancouver Island.
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Theresa Rowan
February 11, 2017
Thinking of the boys today and often.
D.C.
December 3, 2016
May both of you as well as your mother have found the peace not given you here on earth.
Yes you are gone but Charlie and Branden you are not forgotten and neither is your mother. The three of you fill the hearts of countless people throughout the world.
L H
December 1, 2016
Has been almost 5 years since two beautiful angels went to heaven. Sweet boys, rest easy. Prayers for the family.
J C
April 24, 2016
God bless you and those who love you.
Jill Milner
February 8, 2016
I am amazed that it's been four years since you left this earth to be angels with your Mom. I remember it exactly because I heard the explosion as I was in my kitchen. I pray that you and your Mom are happily together now. God bless you all.
Lisa Brunelle
February 7, 2016
It's still hard to imagine that these 2 sweet inocent boys have been taken away. I pray they are with there momma. And for the grandparents Mr and Mrs Cox I hope you find peace. I did not know your family but I wanted you to know how deeply sorry I am. God bless
Laura Clarey
February 6, 2016
I did not know you personally, but I will never forget you 2 sweet boys. I'm praying you are with your momma. God bless your grandparents Mr. & Mrs Cox. I'm so sorry for the loss of these sweet angels!
I will never forget these boys and their momma.
Mary M
February 6, 2016
Where has time gone since these boy's were lost to those that love them, how must their family left behind be doing at this time. My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Heather
February 5, 2016
I can't believe it has been 4 years since this tragedy happened. I did not know you boys but I think of you often. I hope your momma is holding you tight, never to let go again! God bless.
B C
February 6, 2015
Who would you be today? Too many lost in this tragedy.
Beryl Feser
February 6, 2015
I think of your sad story so often and just want to say that I send love to the grandparents and prayers and healing energy as well. Those two beautiful boys and their mother were robbed of the most precious gift in life but will not be forgotten. Rest in peace Susan with your arms tightly around your precious sons.
lisa
February 6, 2015
It's been 3 years since you both were taken from your grandparents. I did not know you but you are the sweetest boys and i think of you often. I hope you have found peace with your mom.
Heather Willard
February 5, 2015
Remembering Charlie and Braden today. Three years went by so fast. I did not know them but think of them often. I hope they are at peace now with their mom.
Heather, Macomb, MI
Erin
February 4, 2015
It is the eve of the 3rd year that these beautiful boys have been gone. This event will never leave me. God Bless both boys & Mum Susan!
Shiela Brux
December 11, 2014
U little angels were taken so young.I followed the story and I am sorry for the loss.
December 11, 2014
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, you will get to see them again
December 10, 2014
You are free now boys. The Lord will bring you joy that you never experienced on earth. Eternal peace darling boys!
Donna
January 9, 2014
Susan,Charlie and Braden
God has his children safe in his arms now. You will have everlasting peace.
Noah and Chris' Mom
May 25, 2013
There are two precious little boys in heaven who should have their feet on the ground instead of wings on their backs. It is comforting that Charlie and Braden are back in their mothers arms where they have always belonged. My prayers are with all of you.
Beverly York
April 18, 2013
May God embrace you and your everlasting souls and spirits....you will forever be missed! You will be cherished forever in our hearts and minds!
Love forever and many prayers!
ali
March 7, 2013
"Blessed be GOD"O Holy St. Anthony,I implore you to obtain for me (for us to find Susan) St. Anthony,whisper my petition into the ears of the sweet Infant Jesus;and the gratitude of my heart will ever be yours.amen
Virginia Roth
March 2, 2013
Rest in peace little Angels...
In Loving memory of Charlie & Braden..
Virginia Roth
March 2, 2013
March 2, 2013
Dear Charlie and Braden, I love you. Rest in Peace in Heaven in the loving arms of Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ. Now you are with your dear Mom together again, for all eternity. Love, someone who loves you
Andrea Mitzel
February 6, 2013
Yesterday was a year since you were taken from this world far too soon.There was a candlelight vigil for you and we still remember.Infact we will NEVER forget. You are missed and thought of everyday.May you rest in peace with your beautiful Mama.
Barb
February 6, 2013
Thinking of you today, and quite often during this year. There still is that aching sadness in my heart for Charlie and Braden, and for you.
Gone much, much too soon...
Erynn Acree
February 5, 2013
Charlie, your Carson Elementary school family misses you every day. Your tree is blooming, and you will be remembered always.
c l
February 5, 2013
I will never forget this day, your family is forever in my heart and in my prayers for peace, endurance and especially for a joyful reunited time
Heather Willard
February 5, 2013
One year ago today you became angels. Thinking of you today and ALWAYS. I will never forget you boys. You are forever in my heart and on my mind. You boys have touched my life in a way you will never know. Love you.
Heather - Macomb, Michigan
January 3, 2013
Charlie,Braden and Susan, We love you dearly and know you are deep in our hearts..May God Bless your family here.Our prayers are with you and family.
love ali in comstock texas
Cecil Daily
January 2, 2013
Wishing you a Happy Birthday Braden in heaven.
Catherine Rasmusen
January 1, 2013
They will be truely missed
Brittany
December 30, 2012
I have continued to pray for you since this tradegy happened. To the family, my deepest thoughts and prayers as you continue to grieve. Gods little angels. No more pain. Mommy is with you and I know you are watching us from Heaven. Rest Easy!
Mary Taylor
December 29, 2012
God bless you all.We are praying for everyone.
karyn manns
December 29, 2012
Bless you two little angels. I know that you are with Mommie and Jesus. No more hurt for you. Mr & Mrs. Cox my heart goes out to you. I hope that you can take solace in knowing in the end justice will happen. Blessings to you both.KmManns
December 27, 2012
After reading this story in a book by auther Ann Rule here in Canada, it just broke my heart to read what these two young boys had to endure in their short lives. I know that you are sitting with God and all of his children now. Rest in peace boys. As well, I would also like to send a prayer to Mr. & Mrs. Cox and the loss of their daughter. May you find peace in knowing that she is not alone. And that the Good Lord is sitting beside her. May she rest in peace.
Ron
Laura
December 16, 2012
I also have written before.....I do not live too far from where this tragedy happened and have been by there to pay my respects. I just wanted to say I have been thinking about both of you Mr. & Mrs Cox and praying for all of you. May God Bless you and your family at the blessed time of year......also Susan, Braden & Charlie in Heaven.I also have a young grandson named Brayden-
Merry Christmas.
Gloria Pollema
December 16, 2012
I have wrote in here before, and wanted to let you all know your in my prayers this Holiday season.
Jackie Ducharme
December 15, 2012
I have just read the story of Charlie and Brandan.I am so sorry. I wish I could take away some of the pain you both had to go through. Prayers for you both.
December 7, 2012
I have sent messages before, but to the grandparents of Charlie and Braden, and parents of Susan, our love and prayers go out to you and we admire the courage and respect the way you have handled the interviews from the media in your time of sorrow. We watch them on the t.v. news and have so much respect for you. One day we will visit the memorial to your loved ones and say a prayer there for them. Wishing you peace at Christmas time and we will keep you in our prayers always.
Paul and Beryl Feser Nanaimo, British Columbia
cl
December 6, 2012
my dear cox family your still in my prayers, with God's help you'll endure until a happier time for your family, sending love and hugs
December 4, 2012
MY deepest sympathy to the Grandparents of Charlie and Braden., may their wonderful memories bring your comfort in your time of grief. God has given you a comforting promise at Psalms 55:22.
Jem. Florida
L. Turner
November 30, 2012
May the grandparents of Charlie, and Barden, find comfort in knowing that God will continue to comfort you as Isaiah 51;12, brings out.
Randy Kirchner
November 16, 2012
God is Great!! He shall wipe away every tear & there will be no more pain.
I am visiting family in the Tacoma area today and was drawn to visit the boys gravesite to pay my personal respects for such a loss. What a beautiful tribute to those boys & Susan. May the families find solace that those boys are now in the loving arms of our savior Jesus Christ ane their beautiful mother Susan.
I pray for comfort for the families of this tragedy. May the remains of Susan be found soon so the Cox family can find some closure.
May God bless this family richly.
Rose Johnson
October 30, 2012
Charlie and Braden you are loved,wanted and needed. Never will you know how many hearts you have touched. Rest in Glorious Peace with our Lord Jesus Christ.
gail phoenix
October 27, 2012
I love the little boys so much who are loyal, and wanted a picture of Mom to comfort them. THEY DON'T NEED A PICTURE NOW!- MOM IS HOLDING THEM!
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH GRANDPA AND GRANDMA NOW.
Carol Beck
October 27, 2012
The world shares your grief for your daughter and her precious children. Prayers continue for you and your family. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
October 27, 2012
It is sad what happened to these lilttle boys! They were so young and taking tragiclly! The family is in my prayers.
Lisa Salazar
October 26, 2012
So very sorry for the loss of those 2 little boys. My family knows how it feels to lose a child so young but not so tragically. There are no words to get you through any of this. I will keep ypur family in my prayers.
Carolyn Josselyn
October 23, 2012
This was so very sad,praying for family,now you have two sweet little Angels watching over you where-ever you re susan..
Terri
September 28, 2012
Jesus took time with adults as well as children, even resurrecting one young girl. He demonstrated the depth of love God has for adults and children. May the resurrection hope strengthen us all --Mark 5:35-42
Glenda
September 27, 2012
Still praying for peace for all... sweet mother, precious boys!
Kate
September 25, 2012
Never gone
Never forgotten.
Patricia Santillan
September 5, 2012
Hallelujah! You are now with your mom and Jesus! No more pain,and no more tears! And no more being afraid. Be free little ones....be free.
christie
August 30, 2012
Your family is still in my prayers...one day you'll all be reunited and be so very happy
karen walker
August 29, 2012
God bless you all,so very sad...karen
August 26, 2012
God bless u both, Charlie & Braden. Our prayers are with you and your family. Now, you and your Mommie will be together in your heavenly home.
The Honey Family(Baton Rouge, La.)
Patty Zachary
August 19, 2012
Charlie and Braden Powell, you are with your mom and now are angels, my Prayers are with you all...
August 18, 2012
MAY THESE ANGELS NOW BE WITH THEIR MOMMY IN HEAVEN. PRAYERS TO ALL.
Gail Phoenix
July 22, 2012
We love you so much-beautiful Charlie and Braden. I also lost 2 gorgeous boys, and if you see them up there- Alex and Brandon--please ask your mommy to take care of them for me!
Dombkowski family
July 20, 2012
God Bless You Charlie and Braden. You and your family are in our prayers.
Cathy Lopez
July 19, 2012
God love you boys. now your home with the Lord,I know your at peace, no more pain and sorrow.
July 8, 2012
Our prayers and our love to Charlie and Braden's family, especially Grandpa and Grandma. We know C and B are with their Mom and Jesus, they are good. Grandma and Grandpa keep your faith, love and health. We are all here for you! Lee and Vince Radtke, Gig Harbor,WA.
Michael Dressel
July 7, 2012
These two little boys touched the hearts of so many and we wish they were still here but God has other plans for them. So we will remember Charlie and Braden and their family with love and prayers. We pray for
God's grace to bring peace and strength to us left behind. Comfort and joy will return with time. Take care.
July 5, 2012
Your friends up here in British Columbia will never forget about your family and the horrible tragedy that happened. Grandma and Grandpa, just try to cherish the happy thoughts and know that your job of caring for them is now turned over to God and their Mommy. They will be safe where they are and you are both held in love and prayers by our family. Beryl Feser Nanaimo B.C.
Patty Zachary
July 4, 2012
My heart go out to you boys, and your mom, know you are with god in his hands.
Kimberly Barker
July 2, 2012
It has been almost 5 months, but I know it was like yesterday for you all. They are with their Mom smiling down, knowing one day you will all be together again. Till then my prayers are with you. Kimbery, Houston,Tx.
Marlene Stegman
July 2, 2012
My heart bleeds for them and the family members that are now without them. Now they are with their mom.
July 2, 2012
I know your are in heaven and you are safe with our beloved Father. Your life here was short but you made a huge impact on many people here in Puyallup. Kay Bettencourt, Puyallup, Wa.
Felicia Turner
July 2, 2012
God Blees You Boys What happend to you was traggic but No One understands why god calls us home when he does.
Sean O'Connor
July 2, 2012
I'm so sorry, and may God bless and keep the both of you.
July 2, 2012
You are in your mother's arms now in a better place. J Rannells, Murray, Utah
July 1, 2012
they are home wrapped in their mother's arms now under gods umbrella and i hope god will give the maternal grandparents the strength to carry on in their memory!
Bryan Kosakoski
June 1, 2012
god be with you
Glenda
May 30, 2012
My heart hurts but I know you are safe in your mother's arm all with Heavenly Father. God bless these precious boys and Susan!! Much love...
Dianne Mayo Jennette (Hollis)
May 30, 2012
In "Heaven" you reside!
Ann Moore
May 29, 2012
Please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of those two little preciouse souls. Death is so hard but please know that God is a God healing and comfort and he will give you the comfort you need at this time.
Glenda Ryser
May 12, 2012
Always on my mind, Forever in my heart. My deep love, prayers and sympathy to this gracious family for all they have had to endure. May the love of God, family and friends continue to sustain you in these times of sadness and trials. Much Love, Glenda
May 11, 2012
your family still in my prayers
Jennifer Mangini
April 28, 2012
^i^ ?R.I.P? ^i^
April 24, 2012
God gives us the grace to move on - so often very, very slowly. Two beautiful angels and their mom to watch over you. God Bless you always...
G. Berry
April 19, 2012
Two beautiful little boys, what can anyone say but that we are so sorry for their lives to end this way. We all can be comforted in knowing that our heavenly father is near to those broken at heart and those who are crushed in spirit he saves.
christine fisher
April 16, 2012
RIP SWEET INNOCENT ANGELS...MOMMY IS PROTECTING YOU N OW
LOTTIE CARR
April 15, 2012
R.I.P LITTLE ANGELS. MAY GOD KEEP YOU IN HIS LOVING ARMS.
Leo Sheridan
April 9, 2012
Dear Charlie and Braden: Hope you had a nice Easter with you Mom in Heaven. RIP
Kristy H
April 3, 2012
RIP you sweet baby boys. You left far to soon, but you have touched the world. You're my heroes.
April 1, 2012
rip angels
Patty A.
April 1, 2012
RIP beautiful children. You are back in the arms of your loving momma & you all are forever cared for & protected by God. To the Cox family, although I do not know you, you are in my thoughts & prayers. Please know & feel the love & support you have from all of us out here, may it bring you strength.
Kashmir Alcock
March 30, 2012
gone but not forgotten , only the good die young ..... and far too soon, love always jj, kashy, and little billy marshall
March 29, 2012
I think about Charlie and Braden everyday and pray for them.God bless their souls and give them peace. Gita C(Issaquah ,WA)
alicia robertson
March 22, 2012
To the Cox family,I just had to go visit the cemetery.I took some beautiful mums and three balloons.I was visiting the Tukwila area and went by to pray for your loved ones. They have become "our family" also. We have been praying for the boys and also for Susan. We will always have them in our prayers. May God BLess you and your family. love alicia robertson
Marsha Bentley
March 19, 2012
Time will never erase the memory of these beautiful boys. They are in the hearts of so many people even though we never met them. Our hearts and love are with all of the Cox family.
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