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BORN

2003

DIED

2024

Brenden NEEDHAM Obituary

Brenden Garth Needham, son to adoring and devoted mother, Arwenna Jones; and biological father, Michael Galli; brother to Kyra Smolkin; and bonus big-brother, to Dash Cowley; grandson, to (deceased) Garth and Irene Jones; and cousin to all the Jones clan, left our world October 8, 2024. Brenden struggled getting into this world, on March 14, 2003, in Toronto, and then he took it by storm. His early teen years, were driven by his obsession with robotics and helping his Toronto Glen Ames High School Robotics team, compete to win an international championship. Post-high school, had him excelling in computer science, at University of Victoria,with above average grades, while working his way through school at restaurants, charming all who met him with that dimpled smile. Full of sarcasm and laughter, he made his mother/best friend, incredibly proud. His friends will tell you he counseled them through tough times, his employer spoke of how he taught them about patience and positivity. He loved to snowboard, he loved his motorcycle, and he loved his girlfriend Mads more than anything, he loved his friends and loved his Mum, to infinity and beyond. Brenden was taken far too soon, while we all reflect if there is a bigger reason, perhaps he was meant to watch over those he loved from a different plain. #BrendenDay. Make people happy. Make people laugh. Be positive. Be and stay calm. A celebration of his life to be held 5:30 p.m., October 19th, at Pier 7 Restaurant in North Vancouver. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to British Columbia Childrens Hospital: http://www.bcchf.ca/BrendenNeedham, Ronald McDonald House: http://rmh-bc-community-fundraising-hub.raisely.com/donate.

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Published by The Globe and Mail from Oct. 16 to Oct. 20, 2024.

Memories and Condolences
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25 Entries

Lilian Cristina Ferreira dos Santos

March 11, 2025

Estou assistindo a série Accused e me deparei com a história de Brenden minhas condolências a toda família

Angela

January 27, 2025

I just watched Accused & saw the notice. Mu condolences to a short life well lived & also for a life gone too soon. RIP Brenden

Cindy

December 15, 2024

So very sorry for your loss at such a young age. I also watch Accused. I can´t even imagine your pain right now and no one should have to say goodbye to a child before they go. My thoughts and condolences are with you and your family.

Donna R Banks

December 5, 2024

I´m so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy and condolences, and I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Renee

December 5, 2024

I offer my condolences to the family with an understanding of your pain and sadness at this time. My husband had passed under similar circumstances. So unexpected. Memories help the healing. Prayers from Indiana.

Jay

December 4, 2024

Watching tv show Accused and his name came on the screen. I am so sorry for your loss, I am originally from Toronto too.

Stacy

December 4, 2024

Watched the Accused tonight. My deepest condolences to his family.

Loretta

December 3, 2024

Our condolence to the family. Rest in peace beautiful young man. Lean on friends and family. remember the memories

Narlenne Beddingfield

December 3, 2024

Saw the Accused double episode tonight. So said to hear about Brendan. May God wrap his loving arms around everyone of his family and friends to comfort each and everyone.

Nadine Travers Johnson

December 3, 2024

My Sincere Sympathy to the family and friends of a great Man
R.I.P

Theleresa M Cannon

December 3, 2024

My sincere Condolences to the Family so sorry for your loss .I watched this show called 'Accused 'on WBRC channel 6 news and when it went off it said (In memory of Brenden Needham) I'm in Alabama

Gravie

December 3, 2024

My deepest sympathy to the family

Rock

October 19, 2024

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Mikayla

October 19, 2024

Brenden, I miss you so much. It's so rare to meet someone who you can pick up the easiest conversations with and it was all because of your radiant curiosity and care for others. I'm taking those lessons from you in life and will carry them on the adventures we had talked about before. The original Yuki.

Arwenna, I love you dearly and think of you every day. While he left our world, he's watching over you still with the same love and energy that came with each Offspring-dedicated ringtone.

<3

Toby, Ana, Alex & Emma Pilling

October 18, 2024

Ricki I've no words that can help, but your boy was a truly magical human and his smile, kindness and wonderful nature will live in our hearts forever. His friendship with Alex was special to our family and conversations with him always left me in awe of his intelligence and wisdom beyond his years.

His time in the cub pack gave us all some beautiful memories and his positive influence on others has, and will, continue to shape the kids he grew up with. Reliving those moments by looking through all the photos on 52ndtoronto.com made me realize what a gift he gave us by sprinkling that Brenden light on each activity.

We missed you both when you moved and we're just simply heartbroken.

All our love and best wishes in this very difficult time.

Thom and Cindi Charters

October 17, 2024

Dear Arwenna - we did not have the opportunity to meet Brenden but we send our profound condolences to you for your great loss. It´s hard to believe these things happen.
Most sincerely,
Thom and Cindi Charters

The Zeitler Family

October 17, 2024

Brenden's kindness and joy will be remembered on Bird Lake and will forever live on in our hearts. It was gift for us to have met him. He left this world a better place for us all. Our most heartfelt sympathies to you Arwenna.

Keri Brye

October 17, 2024

My sister Arwenna, I'm with you always. I feel so fortunate to have met B and to know the other half of your soul. He was a beautiful gift to the world because he had an incredible, loving mama. I'm so sorry for this loss. Sending you love today and always.

Karen Perez

October 16, 2024

Arwenna, there are no words for this loss. My deepest sympathies go out to u and your family. Grief can be so hard, but all of your memories of Brendan will help u cope. He is always with u. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Sending love and strength.
Sincerely
Karen Perez

Jen Jones

October 16, 2024

What a tragic loss of a beautiful young man. I never got to meet you, Brenden, but from hearing your mum speak about you, I know that you have been deeply loved. May your spirit inspire others.

Katie and Kathy

October 16, 2024

Our darling B! We are devastated to lose you so young. Your laugh, sweet dimpled, mischievous face, your intelligence and thoughtfulness will be missed. Your devoted mum did such a great job raising you....but you were also an old soul, even as a little boy. We love you.Katie and Kathy

Luke Martin

October 16, 2024

Brenden was one of the most charismatic and positive students I´ve ever had the pleasure to teach. In robotics, there are more failures than success and his passion and determination always propelled his teammates onward. I will always remember him and continue to tell stories to future generations about his passion and commitment to whatever he set his mind to.

Dominic Cassettari

October 16, 2024

Always great company and a great laugh.
Thank you, Brenden!

Della Cassettari

October 16, 2024

Brenden´s soul is truly remarkable. He is genuinely one of most beautiful people I will ever know and his soul will always radiate love and joy.

Cassidy

October 15, 2024

You will be so missed IT and I feel blessed to have known just a little bit of you. Who's going to delight in my foul language now!?

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Memorial Events
for Brenden NEEDHAM

Oct

19

Celebration of Life

5:30 p.m.

Pier 7 Restaurant

North Vancouver, ON