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Brandon Ream Obituary

Brandon Paul Ream January 23, 1984 November 25, 2013 Brandon Paul Ream, 29, of Boals- burg, beloved husband of Samantha Ream and son of Gary P. and Rebecca R. Ream, passed away Monday, November 25, 2013, at St. Luke's Hospital, Houston, Texas. In addition to his wife and parents, he is also survived by two sisters, Lindsay Whitton and her husband, Alistair, of Centre Hall and Kelsey Ream, of State College; and paternal grandparents, Paul and Marian Ream, of Centre Hall. He is cherished by his wife's parents and numerous brothers and sisters. He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Jack and Eunice Riegel; and cousin, Stephanie Hazel. Born January 23, 1984, in State College. He was a life long resident of Happy Valley. A 2002 graduate of State College Area High School where he was a standout football and basketball player. He went on to become a punter at Penn State University from 2002-2006 where he graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Business and met his wife, PSU Volleyball player, Samantha (Tortorello) Ream. He served as the Vice President of Operations at Camp Woodward, where he managed everyday activities, focusing on TV, media and sponsorship. Additionally, he played a critical role as Camp Woodward expanded with locations in Pennsylvania, California, Colorado and Beijing, China. Camp Woodward was his passion and his second family. Brandon enjoyed golfing, fishing, basketball and football. A devoted Penn State fan, he was often seen at PSU football games and courtside at PSU basketball and volleyball games. He loved traveling and spending the holidays on Singer Island, Fla. But his greatest of all joys was spending time with his family and friends - especially his sister's children, Brener and Carter and his other adoring nieces and nephews, Michael, Chase, MacKenzie, Ava, Lola, Dominic, Tess, Stella, Sophia and Madeleine. Visitation will be from 12 p.m. until 8 p.m., on Sunday, December 1, 2013, at Koch Funeral Home, 2401 South Atherton Street, State College. Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., on Monday, December 2, 2013, at Our Lady of Victory Church, 820 Westerly Pkwy., State College, with the Reverend's Neil Dadey and Matthew Laffey officiating. Burial will be in Boalsburg Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Penn State Coaches Versus Cancer in honor of Team Ream, 2302 Spruce Drive, State College, PA 16801 or to the Philip Salem Foundation, 6624 Fannin Street, Suite 1630-PSF, Houston, TX 77030. Arrangements are under the care of Koch Funeral Home, State College. Online condolences and signing of the guest book may be entered at www.kochfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Centre Daily Times on Nov. 28, 2013.

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Dave Truitt

November 21, 2019

A very special guy from a wonderful, loving family, a tree that will keep growing. Brandon your greatly missed. Dave Truitt

Mike Stillman

December 12, 2013

Brandon was always a pleasure to be around.
He will truly be missed! May all the thoughts and prayers for the families left behind be a great source of encouragement and comfort.
Sincerely,
Mike

Rachael Thomason

December 11, 2013

At 29 years young on this earth it is truly amazing to have such a tremendous legacy. Brandon was an extraordinary person who gave off a light and energy that was seen and felt by anyone lucky enough to have known him. His light still exists as the love he created in so many people. I have so much admiration for His astonishing wife and family because the love they all have for each other is truly special. My deepest sympathy for his loved ones, your in my prayers, heart and thoughts.

Diana Joseph-Riley

December 7, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss of Brandon. My thoughts and prayers are with you Becky and Gary.

December 7, 2013

Our deepest sympathy. You are all in thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Sue and Denis Schreiber

December 6, 2013

Brandon was an amazing man and my thoughts and prayers go out to his family and Sam. Deepest love for you all!

Brett Cavanagh and Jackie Lee

The Sachse Family

December 4, 2013

Brandon was special and touched so many lives all around the world. You are in our hearts and prayers. We hope the love of family and friends will help you to heal and honor him with smiles and fond memories.

David Rachau

December 4, 2013

A tragic loss for us is a wonderful victory for God. My prayers are with Becky, Gary, Lindsay, Kelsey, and Samantha and all who mourn Brandon's loss. Remember the good memories and prepare to make more in the next life. God bless all of you and God rest Brandon's soul in his new and whole body.

John DePasqua

December 3, 2013

Please accept our sincere and heartfelt sympathy in this time of deep sorrow. We were so sorry to learn of Brandon's recent passing. May God bless all of you with many happy thoughts and memories.
John and Susan DePasqua

Sharon (Vonada) Warren

December 2, 2013

My sincere condolences on your loss. Hold tight to the wonderful memories. And know that God is with you at this time of sorrow.

Kelly Adamonis

December 2, 2013

So very sorry. Sending many prayers your way.

Wanda Martin Andrews

December 2, 2013

Please accept my sincerest sympathy and compassion regarding Brandon's passing. May your family be comforted by all the wonderful memories you have of him....and by the fact he is now in a better place, and his suffering and pain are forever a thing of the past. God Bless!

Ray and Cindy Pezalski

December 2, 2013

Dear Samantha, Gary, Becky, Lindsay, Kelsey and family,
Words cannot express how sad we are about Brandon. We will remember him as a wonderful young man who we are privileged to say was a part of our lives. We will always, always remember him in our thoughts and prayers.
Our sincerest sympathy,
Ray and Cindy Pezalski

Sharon Hege

December 2, 2013

Gary,Becky and family,
We are sorry to hear of Brandon's passing.You raise a great young man.He is now at peace.thoughts and prayers are with you doing this difficult time. Sharon & Dave Hege(Aukerman)

Graham Frey

December 1, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to the entire family. Brandon's joy for life will always be remembered.

J.R. and Lindsey Zwierzynski, Faughner

December 1, 2013

Sam and Ream Family,
We wanted to send our love and sympathy to each of you. Your family will be in our prayers.

Jeff and Lori Stover

December 1, 2013

Sam,Becky,Gary and family-
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, know that we will be praying for everyone. Our sympathy,

Janie Mothersbaugh

December 1, 2013

Gary, Becky and family,
My deepest sympathy to you all. I can only imagine your feeling of loss.
The other side of that is the pure joy of having known and loved such a special person. Brandon's light will live on inside all of you and all who knew him. Memories of him need to be shared often in celebration of his life.
My heart is with you.
Janie

Nancy Hosterman

December 1, 2013

When Brandon lived on our street, we could not believe what a respectful, kind and mature young man he was. He always had a smile when talking with us. He and Samantha were the sweetest couple and together they were so special. We had been praying for Brandon everyday. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family. We have very special memories of him.
Nancy & Ralph Hosterman

December 1, 2013

Gary, Becky, and family, words can't express just how broken our hearts are for you. Brandon will be missed dearly by so many. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With love and hugs,
Aileen Koprowski Sokol

December 1, 2013

Words can't express a feeling of loss. Know that we will miss Brandon's optimism and smile. Our hearts go out to all of you.
Randi & Peter Menard

December 1, 2013

GARY,BECKY AND FAMILY,A DEEP SADNESS WHEN I RECEIVED GREG'S CALL OF BRANDON'S PASSING.BRANDON,THANK YOU FOR WHO YOU ARE,A SPECIAL PERSON FROM A SPECIAL FAMILY.BEING AN OLD GUY I WAS ALWAYS IMPRESSED BY BRANDON'S RESPECT AND INFECTIOUS SMILE.MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND BRANDON. IN CHRIST DAVE TRUITT

Kari Robidoux Richards

November 30, 2013

Dear Gary and Becky,
I have wonderful memories of Brandon and your whole family. My heart goes out to you. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Colleen Pahde

November 30, 2013

Dear Ream family,
I am Katie Moses Swope's sister and I know Katie and Steve thought the world of Brandon and your entire family. We have all been praying for all of you during this journey. I will continue to pray for peace and for you to feel supported and loved during this time. I pray you feel His arms wrapped tightly around you.

Frank & Shannon Bare

November 30, 2013

The world will shine less, but the heavens will sparkle more. Thank you Brandon, for your inspiration. You will never be forgotten, and your spirit will continue to inspire greatness.
Gary and family, our most sincere condolences for your loss..... Our love, prayers and support, through this difficult time...

Nica Sutch/4 Star Gymnastics Family

November 30, 2013

Dear Sam, Gary and Becky,
I was fortunate to meet Brandon at Woodward and what an inspiration he was. May all of our prayers lift you and your family.
Thoughts and prayers,

Bradley Family

November 30, 2013

Dear Sam, Gary, Becky, Kelsey, Lindsay and family:
Brandon will be missed dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Zippy and Family

November 30, 2013

Dear Samantha, Gary, Becky, Kelsey, Lindsay and family,
Brandon was an amazing young man. His dreams and spirit will live on and we will help keep uplifting him always!
All our love and prayers,
Zippy and family
xoxo

Todd and Melanie Young

November 30, 2013

Dear Gary and Becky,
Words cannot express how sad we are about Brandon. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. We have many fond memories of him and will always hold him close in our hearts.

Lee Pavorsky

November 30, 2013

Dear Samantha, Becky, Gary and the whole Ream family. I am sending you our sincerest and most heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved Brandon. You are all such wonderful people and it showed in your magnificent Brandon and why he was loved by so very many people. Please know that we are praying for all of you to have the strength to persevere through this terrible loss. I wish you peace of mind and spirit knowing that Brandon is at rest. Love to you all, Lee, Karen, Jake, Marissa Pavorsky

Bill and Pam Wilde

November 30, 2013

Dear Samantha,
Your pain is so deep but will slowly heal; your memories will warm and enrich every day and hour of your life for as long as you live.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jake Wallace

November 30, 2013

Prayers go out to the entire Ream family. With love, the Wallace family.

Doris Baker

November 29, 2013

Brandon had a smile that shared confidence, he had a heart to love his family unconditionally, he had a soul that brought wisdom here on earth. A wonderful man he became and fought through the toughest battle with such dignity. A born leader through it all.

I know there isn't words that will ease the loss. Just know we will be thinking of your family's strength and love you have for one another. The way you stick together and grow as a family. I pray that gift continues to shine. Paxton, Ryan and I, love you all and miss you so much??????Brandon will never be forgotten in our lifetime. Thank you for sharing him with All of us that knew him.

Tom Rogers

November 29, 2013

Samantha and the entire Ream Family,
Our hearts are so heavy, but we know your memories of Brandon will live forever. Love always, Tom, Beth, Todd, Chris and Andrew Rogers

Dave McCool

November 29, 2013

Gary and family.
I was deeply saddened on hearing of Brandon's passing. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

Peggy Lynn Walk-Erlich

November 29, 2013

Samatha, Gary, Becky and family Ream..
my heart goes out to you.. I'm so sorry for the loss of Brandon. You are all in my heart and in my prayers. Love love love to you all! xo

Holly & Ed Grenoble

November 29, 2013

Dear Becky,Gary and family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your beloved son. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers are you go through the difficult days ahead! Peace be with you all dear friends!! Sincerely,

Kathy Shillenn

November 29, 2013

I've known Brandon since 6th grade and he was always a sweetheart to everyone. I will miss him

November 29, 2013

It was a real pleasure getting to know Brandon and Sam as neighbors when they lived on Garner St. You all have our heart felt sympathy. Bob & Margie Miller

Tim Mack

November 29, 2013

A sad day for the Ream family. Our deepest sympathies to the whole family and hope that they can find strength in this tough time. Sad day for all the Penn State family.
Keep the faith
Tim Mack and family
Class of 94 PSU football

Eddie Johnson

November 29, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the friends and loved ones of Brandon. Please find comfort in all of your found memories,and know that he was a good man and that his soul lives on.

Amy Lowe

November 29, 2013

Love and hugs for all of you!

Brendan and Sarah Cavanagh

November 29, 2013

Our thought and prayers are with the Reams, Tortorellos and all family and friends.

Our sincerest sympathies

Ray and Lynette Blake

November 29, 2013

Sam,

We are so sorry to hear of Brandon's passing. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you as you go through this difficult time. May God be with you.

The Kranchick Family PSU'02

November 29, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during these tough times. Our hearts break for such a loving husband and wonderful son.

Aoatoa Polamalu

November 29, 2013

Gary and Becky, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. I can't imagine what you are feeling. I just hope you keep faith and know that Brandon will always be in our hearts.

Michael Cappelletti

November 29, 2013

Heartfelt condolences from those of us that know and share your pain...

The Cappelletti Family
Michael L. Cappelletti, PSU'77

Tammy & Jessica Babcoock

November 29, 2013

Sam, Gary,Becky, Lindsay & Kelsey,
Our Prayers are with your family. Words cannot ease the pain in your hearts but know that Brandon is not suffering anymore he will always be with you in your heart! May your holiday season be as peaceful for you as it can be during this rough time in your lives. We pray for your family every day.

Pat Kerlin Podwysocku

November 28, 2013

Dear Becky and Gary, i am so sorry to hear about Brandon. He fought the good fight. May he rest in peace. My prayers are with you,

Karen Cramer

November 28, 2013

Gary, Becky, Paul, Marian, Judy, Jim and family,

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our hearts reach out to you, and we're praying for God's grace and comfort to remind you he is always near.

We are lifting you up in prayer and want you to know you are not alone in your sorrow.

Thinking of you,

Karen, Hank & Kristi Cramer
Robert & Barbara Smith
Kimberly Ryan Smith

Russ & Pam Haerer

November 28, 2013

Sam, Gary, Becky, Lindsay & Kelsey,
We are so thankful this day to have known Brandon. Not having the time to get to know him and share his passion for life, and living it to the fullest, would have been our loss. You raised a wonderful son who, though his time was short, his contributions to our lives was great. Our thoughts and prayers for you all continue.

November 28, 2013

Gary, Becky and family,
We are praying for you in this time of sorrow. May you feel the loving arms of God around you. Although the loss is hard to understand, you are not saying goodbye, but see you later. Heaven is a sweeter! Know That you are loved. Michael and Juanita Covalt And family

November 28, 2013

Becky and Gary, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very sad time.

Delores kerlin

Ken and Rose Marie Moyer

November 28, 2013

Becky and Gary
At a time like this, there are no adequate words to express our thoughts. We are deeply sorry for your loss. Your time with Brandon was cut far to short, remember the wonderful times you had while he was with you. Take comfort in knowing he is in a far better place

Harold & Dorothy Engleman

November 28, 2013

Brandon was one of a kind our Hearts goes out to His wife Sam, Sisters Lindsey and Kelsey and Gary and Becky and all who knew and loved him. We have worked for this family at Woodward for almost 18 years now... their family became like ours... it is so heart wrenching. You all will continue to be in our hearts and prayers.

Amanda S

November 28, 2013

Brandon will truly be missed. I am so sorry for your loss.

November 28, 2013

Becky and Gary,
We are deeply saddened by the news of Brandon's passing. Our heart felt condolences to you and your entire family.
With Prayers,
Theresa and David Ganow

Paul & Heather Doucett

November 28, 2013

We are sorry for your loss. The world is a lesser place without Brandon. His generosity was immeasurable. Brandon was a big brother figure, and best buddy to our son Andrew. He always found a way to get Andrew to camp, mentor him, and make sure everything was just right. His spirit and love will live on through our son and the many lives he has touched. Sincere condolences to the entire Ream family.

Roger Musser

November 28, 2013

Gary & Becky,

I can find no words to express how my heart is breaking for you and your family. May God comfort you through this time .

November 28, 2013

Our deepest sympathy! The Malvin Ream family!

M & S

November 27, 2013

We were sorry to read of your loss May "the God of all comfort" (2 Cor. 1:3) be with you at this time.

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