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David
August 5, 2023
Brendon... how's it going? Often I think about how things were. But tonight, I think about how far I've gone in life and it makes me wonder how you would be as a man who would be nearing 40. I'm lucky to have the good memories. Miss you buddy.

David
July 17, 2022
Hi Brendon, I was just thinking about you tonight. There are some songs that just make me think of you and our friendship. It is now twelve years later and it still hurts. Maybe your family and friends might never get over it. But we are comforted with our memories of you. I am sure you have been making people smile and laugh.
May 5, 2017
Hi Brendon, I was just listening to some oldd music, bringing me back to our years growing up in Dublin together... and I thought of you. Gone 7 years now, I can't believe it. But I have never forgotten you. I never will. David
C N
January 6, 2015
Cousin, there are words here that I don't have right now.
I added you to our family tree today. I have not been able to do it sooner. As it is with our family, we are always farther apart than should be.
The regret of that, with you, is something I will always have but will also use it to make sure I don't do so again.
Rest well.
ps- If you could get our Great Grandfather to drop me several hints towards our heritage, that would be appreciated.
July 25, 2014
Woke up today and thought about Brendon! love you Mary, Steve & Brian!
Brandon A
October 2, 2013
Listening to "Country Feedback" by REM - and the thought of you crossed my mind.
Brandon Anderson
April 10, 2013
DC... Hey - It's been a while. I just found out the other day that you are gone. Sorry I missed you buddy. You remember me don't ya? Haha... I can imagine what you would say if I told you that to your face... "No Anderson, who are you?" - something... We had some good times back in Dublin when we were young; those were the days. Then I left for military school, came back and you were gone to some private school... Then I moved to Iowa. I think that's how it happened. I have a memory of us trick or treating in like 7th or 8th grade. I think it was after a football game - we met up and ran to a few houses... man, I can almost smell the jack o'lanterns if I think about it. Sometimes I wish I could go back there. Life is strange, and you and I know it.
I'm sure if we saw each other it'd be like old times. You always struck me as the genuine article, someone who could be trusted. I wish I could have been there for you... I'm not gonna forget you.
I'll be seeing ya around.
Your friend always,
March 24, 2011
I miss you Bren
David Hickey
March 23, 2011
Brendon, my old pal... I was just thinking about you today. I remembered all the sports we played together, video games, sleep-overs, biking in the woods... I regret that we grew apart over time but happy that you were a part of my childhood.
Sarah
February 26, 2011
I have many wonderful memories of Brendon. My first boyfriend; I remember the excitement and adventure of all the "firsts". I loved spending time with him. Some of the nicest things that have ever been said to me were said by him. He pulled a rose out from under the seat of his car on our first date. My memories of time I spent with him are of someone kind and accepting, thoughtful with passion for things that he loved in life. Sadly, he was only in my life for a brief period, but I have never forgotten him over the years and never will. The time that I spent with him, he brought me happiness. I will keep a place in my heart for those memories for the rest of my life. To Brendon's family, I am deeply sorry for loss. He was a very special person.
Tina Williams
November 4, 2010
Brendon and Family,
I struggle with what to write, Brendon and I have lost touch over the years. I'm sorry for your loss, and today you are in my thoughts and prayers. Brendon, I hope you have finally found peace and happiness. You were an old soul and felt deeply. I pray for you today that your mind and heart are now at ease.
Great music, great movies and car seat warmers will always make me think of you.
I'll be seeing you, someday.
love,
Me
Jane Weil
May 20, 2010
I am so deeply sorry for the loss of your beautiful son. Brendon was my daugher's partner in the Integritas Workship at Carlbrook. They shared things with each other that only the two of them will ever know. He was a gift to her. I will be forever grateful
for the love, compassion and acceptance he showed her. She is a better person because of Brendon. My prayers are with the Deasey family.

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Brendon changed my life forever. He was like a brother to me...One of the first men I let into my life who respected me...Brendon was an old soul and someone who felt everything...Brendon will live on through all of us...When Brendon died my heart broke, it will remain scarred forever but my love for him will always be the same.
Susan Ahmadi
April 22, 2010
Please accept my deepest condolences on the tragic loss of Brendon. My son, Michael, was a close friend of Brendon's at Carlbook. Always remember ~ Brendon's life gave us all memories too beautiful to forget.
Diane Petersen
April 17, 2010
Mary and family,
May you hold each other up and give each other strength at the time of this unimaginable loss. May you come to remember the good times and may those memories bring you comfort.
Thank you for your bravery in sharing Brendan's disease so openly so that others may be able to learn from your loss.
Linda Deasey Fuchko
April 17, 2010
Dear Mary, Steve, Steve Jr., and Brian,
Words are so inadequate to express my sorrow for all of you and my own personal sorrow at the tragic loss of Brendon. Living in Atlanta, I do not have a lot of memories of him, but I know that he was a friendly, sensitive soul. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys continually, and for Brendon to finally know the peace that his addiction wouldn't allow him in this life.
"It seems the good, they die young." - from the song "Abraham, Martin and John" by Dion.
Michael Nelson
April 16, 2010
To my Aunt and Uncle:
Please accept my condolances. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
With Love, Your Nephew
Mitch Bland
April 16, 2010
Steve jr and family,
I am sorry for your loss. Please let me know if we can help in anyway. May all the great memories stay with your forever. May he rest in peace.
Mitch & Marjie Bland

April 15, 2010
k ingram
April 15, 2010
Brendon was such a thoughtful and loving guy, I went to Carlbrook with him and have so many wonderful memories. From laughing over silly nonsense to being uplifted by him from some of my darkest moments, your son was and will continue to be so very special to me. My deepest sympathy to his family, thank you for raising such an amazing person. Brendon you will forever be in my heart, i love you.
Rob Hitt
April 15, 2010
I was saddened to learn of the passing of Brendon. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
April 15, 2010
Brendon's smile and laugh are embedded in my heart forever. Thank you for your son.
Anne Versluis
April 15, 2010
To the Deasey Family:
Brendon was incredibly kind and genuine. I will never forget this warm heart and his ability to make me smile. My thoughts and prayers are with you not only today, but in the coming months.
Christine Winslow
April 14, 2010
Dear Mary,
My heart aches for you and your boys.
April 14, 2010
May Brendon rest peacefully.
April 13, 2010
Steve and Mary,
Ross and I were so sorry to learn of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nancy and Ross Schmidt
April 13, 2010
My prayers are with you-I hope there are parents and friends out there that will see the obit and know it is time to try and convince their loved ones to get help! It is so brave of you to put the truth out there as this disease knows no bounds-it will take all it can get..please know that all parents who have been thru this are thinking of your family tonight, and sharing your pain. God Bless you Brendon!
April 13, 2010
Steve and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May the warmth of happy memories help you find comfort.
Mark & Ed
April 13, 2010
Steve and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May the warmth of happy memories comfort you and give you peace.
Mark & Ed
Bonnie Vance
April 13, 2010
Mary,
You have been in my thoughts constantly since I heard. I am so sorry, I hope you find comfort in knowing he is at peace. You and your family are in my prayers! God bless!
Peri & Neal Siegel
April 13, 2010
To Mary and the Deasey family, I was so sorry to hear about the loss of Brendon. Our thoughts, prayers and deepest condolences are with you.
Debra Bachtel
April 13, 2010
Mary, Steve, Steve Jr. and Brian, Let me first say how truely sorry and saddened our family is to hear of the loss of Brendon. I immediately drew my mind back to memories of days gone by, and remember the beauty that will forever be his amazing smile and wit. I wish we could take away your pain. Please know he was and forever will be loved. Pleae find peace as he has.
Our family knows first hand about the toll of what his struggles took, we have a niece who lives with the same pain. Brendon will live in our daily prayers as will you all.
Diana Ehmann
April 13, 2010
To Mary and the Deasey Family,
There are no words to express my sadness in hearing about the loss of Brendon. I will always remember him as a gentle and loving soul and my heart goes out to all of you in this time of sorrow. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days and weeks ahead.
Susan Roberts
April 13, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Larry and Jane Barry
April 13, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

April 12, 2010
April 12, 2010
Brendon was very special to so many of us. There was always something I could not explain that drew me near to him. He attended church with us just last week. That will be my last and greatest memory of this outstanding and kind human being.

April 12, 2010
April 12, 2010
To the family and friends of Brendon,
I am so sorry for your lose. Words cannot express my sadness of the news. He will be missed.
Christina and Bill Rathbun
April 12, 2010
Brendon graduated at Carlbrook with our son Charlie Morris and we will always remember the good times with you and Brendon. Know you are in our hearts and that we feel with you.
May Love and Light be with you
Evon Engelhaupt
April 12, 2010
There are no words that can convey the depth of emotion and helplessness we feel when something like this happens to someone we love. My prayers for God's strength for your family, for steadfast faith, and hope for the future are with you all. And may God continue to bring to your minds many cherished memories that you treasure in your hearts forever.
Susan Frost
April 12, 2010
My sincere condolences to the Deasey family. Your son was a friend of my daughter's and although I didn't know him well, I knew of him through her. His death is such a tragedy and my heart goes out to you. May he rest in peace now.
Anna Popowski
April 12, 2010
I went to Carlbrook with Brendon and was very sad to hear the news. Loved him and knew he was a very clever, sensitive, and thoughtful guy. Struggled for years with addiction myself, and know how difficult the battle is. Brendon and the Deasey family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Michael Barrett
April 12, 2010
To the Deasey Family,
I did not know Brendon, but I am a friend of Steve's. Please know you all will be in my thoughts and prayers. I am truely sorry for your loss.
April 12, 2010
he was a good guy. this disease can take anyone anytime it wants. you will be in my thoughts and prayers
Cathy and Jerry Walsh
April 12, 2010
To the entire Deasey family you have our most sincere sympathy in your loss. There are no words that can take away your pain, but do know that there are SO many people who love you and are thinking of you. Our prayers are with you now and always.
April 12, 2010
To the family of Brendon Patrick Deasey:
Although I didn't know you loved one I was inspired by this short but truthful obit. It is never easy for the family of one who struggles with substance abuse.
Should a parent or family member who is facing the same difficulty that you were once facing read your obit and share it with their loved one; it could mean the beginning of a new life for one addicted to substances.
Know that your loved one is now with our maker and safe from all harm.
Again Thank you for bring addiction to light.
I am truely sorry for your loss and may god bless you.
Larry And Jane Barry
April 12, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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