12/26/1976 - 04/16/2020 At age 44, Brandie passed away peacefully holding hands with her husband and 2 young children after a hard fought battle with Coronavirus. Brandie was born in Beaumont, CA to Carol Miranda. She grew up in San Jacinto, CA later to graduate from San Jacinto High School in 1995. She moved to San Diego where she later met her husband Patrick. They had a week shy of 17yrs marriage while in that time raising 2 boys Aiden and Evan. Brandie could light up a room with her smile. Especially when she talked about her husband and 2 children. They meant the world to her. She also had a deep love for all her family, friends, and tribe. Family meant the world to Brandie. Her love for all of them never went unnoticed. She had always been there to help at a moments notice. She was always the one family turned to for help and advice. Or just for a shoulder to cry on or when a hug was needed most. Her family will never forget the smiles Brandie had and will hold her memories in their hearts forever. For friendships they came pretty easy for her. She had a way of magnetizing people towards her. I believe it was her smile. She touched many lives with her kindness and friendships. Whether it was someone she had just met or if the friendships lasted for years. You would always find a smile on Brandie's face when talking to her friends. They meant the world to her. Brandie was also actively involved in her volunteering. Any free time she had you would find her at our kids' schools doing PTA. She, as well as other members of PTA, would organize fun activities, fundraisers, and Santa pics for the students. She made a big impact on both students and staff and ultimately grew many friendships as well. Brandie loved her tribe Pechanga and devoted 16yrs working as an Executive Board member for Riverside/San Bernardino Indian Health to help open new clinics throughout the 2 counties that would benefit all natives. She also testified many times in front of Congress representing natives in California on good healthcare. Her dream was to open a new clinic at Pechanga, which came to fruition last year and will be finished later this year. This will ultimately help many natives and their elders to good healthcare. Brandie is survived by her husband Patrick, sons Aiden(13) and Evan(9), brother Jarred, mother Carol, in-laws, uncles, aunt, many cousins, nieces, nephews, and god children. There will be a graveside service on Friday, May 1st @ 2pm located at San Jacinto Valley Cemetery. Due to statewide closures the cemetery limits the service to only 10 people. After service and burial is completed guests may then come to pay their respects. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made at https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-memoriam-of-brandie-miranda-greany

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Published by The Press-Enterprise on Apr. 29, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Brandie Miranda Greany

16 Entries

Roberta Greany

April 23, 2025

Brandie I think of you every day hoping those butterflies that visit me in the garden each day are you checking on how we are doing. Miss you so very much.

Roberta Greany

April 23, 2022

My son found his match after meeting and marrying Brandie. They gave us two fantastic grandsons. I couldn´t have had a better daughter-in-law. She was filled with love for everyone she met. She lit up the room with her smile. Miss her every day and think of her when I sit on my bench that holds purple cali lilies which were her favorites. Butterflies and hummingbirds also make me feel she is by my side when I do my gardening. She brought out so much love to everyone. I miss her so much but know we will meet again. She is watching over all of us who were fortunate to have been part of her life. you Bran !!

Ed Greany

April 23, 2022

As the father-in-law and grandfather to two beautiful boys, I am continually saddened by the passing of Brandie, a most beautiful young lady. It has been two years which we have a hole in our hearts knowing there is a chunk of love missing which she always fulfilled for us. Bless you Brandie. Some day we will all have a reunion in heaven.

Gayline Hunter

May 6, 2020

I had the pleasure of being on the CRIHB Board with this beautiful lady. She was a true tribal leader who always had words of wisdom. My deepest condolences to her family and friends.

Lauri Hayward

May 5, 2020

I met her a few times while being at Health Care conferences meetings. Your so right I didnt know her well but her friendly smile and kind introduction was a blessing thats how I remember her. A Warrior Woman. My continued prayers for her loved ones and her tribal community....Rest In Paradise....allmyrelations....

Lindell Sonie

May 3, 2020

My condolences to Brandies family, keeping you all in my prayers. Brandie was an amazing ,beautiful, woman. May you Rest In Peace sweet Brandie .

Dominique Galvez

April 30, 2020

The loss of Brandie has had a profound effect on my family. As cousins, we grew up in seeing each other at family events. As we became adults we developed a friendship that was bigger than just being related. We did big life things around the same times, not planned that way but its how it worked out. Marriage, buying a house and kids the same age. I think in an unknown way I looked to her as a role model of how I wanted my life to go. When our families started to travel together, those are memories made that will last a lifetime. Grand Canyon, North Pole, the Beach, Alaska, Vegas, and many more that we talked about doing in the future. Im going to miss yelling at you for not wearing sunscreen, gossiping about people, planning trips, drinking champagne, and a million other things that I cant list here. I will make sure that our families continue to make memories together. I hope Brandie is sitting on a glittery beach getting tan with a glass of Moët ice in a Tiffany blue bathing suit. Jose, Dominic, Josephine and I love you and miss you tons.

Sandra Haupert

April 30, 2020

I can vividly recall the first time I met Brandie at RCE. She had such a warm smile and a big heart. She always went out of her way to be helpful to all of our students and staff. I have so many fond memories of her to hold onto. She was a dear friend and will be greatly missed.

Bridgett

April 30, 2020

I used to teach Brandies eldest son Aiden when her was very young. It was during that time that she and I became friends. As the years passed by it was she who taught me. She was one of the most intelligent and and amazing women Ive ever known. She will live on in the hearts of her sons. Oy nomamax.

April 29, 2020

Brandie,
I will love you always Princess. You were taken from us at far too young an age. I know you fought your hardest babe to be here with us. No doubt! I just wish their was something I could have done for you sweetie. You were the best mom ever to Aiden/Evan and wife to me. We prayed and asked for miracles everyday for you. Lots of family/friends did, but the miracle just never came. I will NEVER forget you and I will make it a point that our young children NEVER forget their wonderful mother either. It may seem weird that I hold my arms out at times just to give you a hug. Hoping, praying that maybe, just maybe you are on the receiving end of it. I talk to you often. Hoping that you're listening. If you are listening, just know YOU always made us proud and we will try our best to make you proud. We love you mommy, chicka, princess, Brandie. You will forever be our Angel. Je t'aims avec tout mon couer! 2 fingers.
Patrick

Brandi Rivera

April 29, 2020

Brandie was a loving and generous soul. She loved her family, friends, and tribe. I was blessed to have had her in my life and feel her loss deeply. Rest in Peace Bran, you'll forever be My Person.

Catalina Chacon

April 29, 2020

Brandies presence will be sorely missed. Her smile could light up a room and her love for her family was undeniable. As a Pechanga member she continued to demonstrate her hard work by fighting for better healthcare for all native families. She truly had a passion for helping others. The new health clinic would not have come to fruition without Brandies persistence. It was a pleasure to work with Brandie. May God Bless her family.

Jessica Wilson

April 29, 2020

Brandie was a wonderful friend and a bright light in this world. She will always be missed and never forgotten. May you find some comfort knowing that she is up in heaven smiling down on you and the boys. You are in our prayers.

Bran's family at my 75th birthday 2018

Ed Greany

April 29, 2020

The lives of Brandie's friends, relatives, and coworkers will forever be changed by the loss of Brandie's glow, immediate contagious smile. There is always a glow in the room when she walks in. Her dedication to her family, tribe, and volunteerism will be lost. We all pray for Brandie and that her family will quickly recover from the hurt and pain of their loss. Rest in Peace Bran. We all will take care of your beautiful children.

Roberta Greany

April 29, 2020

Brandie was always there for anyone who needed her. Her smile could be seen across the room and she was always smiling. She was a fantastic wife to Pat and mother to Aiden and Evan. A fantastic daughter-in-law and friend to all who met her. We will keep her in our hearts forever.