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Brandy Self Obituary

Brandy Self, 38, of Gering, died peacefully, Sunday, April 14, 2013, at Presbyterian /St. Luke's Medical Center in Denver following a battle with cancer.
Her funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, April 19, at Assembly of God Church in Minatare with Pastor Paul Maunu officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Per Brandy's request, if anyone wants to wear jeans, they are more than welcome.
Friends may visit from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel in Scottsbluff. A memorial has been established to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com
Brandy was born March 27, 1975, in Springfield, Mo. to William and Carol (McGee) Self. She lived a short time in Missouri before moving to Nebraska where she spent the rest of her life. Brandy graduated from the Minatare High School in 1993. Her main passion was her two nieces and her day care service. Brandy loved her family and friends. She always had a big smile and a laugh for everyone. She was so loved in life and will be loved in death.
Survivors include her parents, William and Carol Self; sister, Virginia (Josh) Mendoza; nieces, Brandelynn and CyAnn Mendoza; maternal grandparents, Larry and Mary Harman of Marshfield, Mo.; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Her grandfather, Bill McGee; grandparents, William Sr. and Mattie Self; and other family members preceded Brandy in death.

Published by The Star-Herald from Apr. 18 to Apr. 20, 2013.
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To the Self family and friends, Kian and I are giving our heart felt sadness, for the loss of Brandy. She was so sweet and always had such a beautiful smile on her face. The love she had for her nieces, her family, and friends will never be forgotten. She will be watching down on us, still spreading her wonderful smile when ever we need it. She will always be loved, missed and never forgotten.

Michelle Rehder (Holten)

May 13, 2013

Carol & Jr.,
I am so sorry - I cannot imagine losing a child. I know that your hope is in seeing her again one day. Our sympathy and prayers are with you.
~~Miles & Connie Sandoz

May 12, 2013

I sent a message earlier and I didn't see it..but I wanted you all to know how wonderful Brandy was..her family and her sister were such a special part of our lives.

April 21, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss! I know there are no words to make things right, but time will slowly heal, and Love will get you through! Brandy, haven't seen you in too many years, but I know you were always the bomb, & will be missed! Prayers for you all!

Jeri Johnson

April 20, 2013

Jr,Carol and Jinny, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I remember little Brandy and Virginia bringing me their special rocks in the office at Ankony. What a special little girl then. I am sure she remained sweet as a yound adult too.

Pat Smith

April 19, 2013

SO SORRY ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR DAUGTHER IM PRAYING FOR YOUR FAMILY. IF YOU NEED ANYTHING CAROL YOU MAY CALL ME. KIMBERLEY P

April 19, 2013

so shocked when I read that Brandy had passed away. She worked for me at Sunshine Corner and she was a great employee and loved by all. The kids use to argue about who got to sit by her. She was great with all the kids and loved them all. She will be missed by all.

April 19, 2013

My heart is heavy today. You were such a wonderful soul Brandy. I hate that the saying "only the good die young" is so true. You are missed already <3

Nichole Scott

April 19, 2013

Sis we will have a Jack and Coke for you tonight....... We love you

April 19, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for you all. Please let me know if there's anything I can do for you.

April 18, 2013

I will miss you! My your family find strength in yours! You were such a fighter! And always so positive!

April 18, 2013

Brandy I will miss you! I pray for strength for your family,may they always find strength from all of your love and all of the wonderful memories!! RIP I love you Brandy

April 18, 2013

Virginia and family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm sorry for your loss. May God bless you and give you all strength to get through your grief.

Anita Siedenburg

April 18, 2013

I feel something missing in my life knowing you are gone Brandy. I will always miss that smile and the happiness you brought to so many others. You will be missed friend.

Steve Eich

April 18, 2013

Condolences from the Pena family (Kansas) to Josh, Jen, Brandelynn and Cyan. It is difficult to lose a sibling, son/daughter, Uncle/Aunt - and at such a young age. God's grace will give you memories to sustain you during and after the grieving process. God bless and keep you - and Ms. Brandy.

Patricia Kinsinger

April 18, 2013

RIP Brandy. You were a good friend and I will sure miss that laugh and sense of humor of your. See you again someday!! love ya

Bambi Barnett

April 18, 2013

God Bless!

Howard Hamlin

April 18, 2013

I miss you and hearing about all the good times that you had with your mom like watching the football games, going shopping and just spending time with each other.

Barbara Bartlett

April 18, 2013

I am still praying for you all. No words can comfort you right now, so I pray that you may feel God's arms wrapped around you and holding you tight. Brandy will be missed by a lot of family and freinds, but I am thankful that at this moment she is in heaven, free of pain and with a new body. I love you guys

Christy Davenport

April 18, 2013

Chris Kniss

April 18, 2013

As I sit here and try to figure out how to say how I am feeling the only word that describes it best is lost. You are the greatest lil sister anybody could ever have. You always kept me walking that straight line and you never judged or condemned me when I stumbled and for that I have been truly blessed. I know that in time the pain will subside but the hole in my heart will never be filled. I miss your hugs and the quirky things we used to bust a gut about but I know you are with the angels making them laugh as you did everyone who's lives you touched sis. You will never be forgotten and I will surely keep all of our special bro and sis talks and moments safe in my heart. I love you sis and miss you. Christopher J.

Chris Kniss

April 18, 2013

Brandy was amazing. The first night we officially met, it was like we had known each other forever. She was a character and will be greatly missed.

Kacey Sell

April 18, 2013

I will love you forever my beautiful sister. Don't forget to save me a seat.

Jen Self-Mendoza

April 18, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I pray for comfort and peace for everyone. Love to all of you,

Tracie Jeter

April 18, 2013

Brandy you will be missed. God Bless you and your family. You may be gone, but you will never be forgotten. You fought a brave fight. Love you all!

Erika Burton

April 18, 2013

Gonna miss u cousin/sister

Jim Mcburnett

April 18, 2013

Brandy will always be remembered for the kind person she was. Prayers to all family I know you wont get over the loss but it will get easier just remember the good times. Love to all.

Pat Smith

April 18, 2013

Our hearts and prayers are with the family. Brandy will always be with us in spirit. We will miss you Brandy, but your time with us will never be forgotten.

Michelle Holten-Rehder

April 18, 2013

MY PRAYERS TO ALL THE FAMILY,

VIVIAN THORNTON

April 18, 2013

RIP Brandy..You were a pretty neat lady..You were blessed with an awesome spirit that was very friendly.. Prayers for the family..

Valrey Waddle

April 18, 2013

Brandy was a great friend, going to miss seeing her smiling face and hearing her laugh.

Eric Grant

April 18, 2013

i will miss your beautiful smile Brandy.

April 18, 2013

To the family of Brandy Self,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and yours on this very sad day. Please remember we have reared our children to listen and obey God and this one of those times. God opened His arms and said, "Come unto Me and I will give you life." She is not alone, all our love ones are there in Heaven awaiting her to come home. We have to live each day to its fullest for her memory to continue. Laugh often, recall all the funny and happy times. Memories are forever and she'll be with you all everyday. Remember her Spirit lives.

Tanya Buechler-Hinojosa

April 18, 2013

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