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Brandon Shay Obituary

BRANDON WAYNE SHAY, 22, passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2003 in Houston, Texas. He is survived by his mother and stepfather, Melinda and Steve Schmidt; father, Ernest Wayne Shay; sister, Stephanie Ann Shay; grandparents, Bud and Mary Shay, Bud and Mary Ann Barnes; great grandmother, Donia Cummings; aunts and uncles, Ronnie and Rhonda Shay, Billy and Patricia Shay, Mel and Mary Barnes; cousins, Jenny Shay, Chris and Bradley Barnes; numerous other family members and friends. Visitation will be held Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. at Rosewood Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held 10 a.m. Monday, May 5, 2003 at Rosewood Memorial Park, Porter, Texas.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on May 4, 2003.

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Steve Schmidt

May 27, 2003

Brandon..How fortunate I am that you were part of my life. Seven years was far too brief, but my memories of a good young man will last forever. Be near to your Mom and Steph. Love Steve

Mel & Mary Barnes

May 19, 2003

Brandon..We will always remember the fun times we spent with you during your visits to Kansas in the summer. We will miss you so much. You will remain in our hearts until we meet again. Love, Uncle Mel & Aunt Mary, Chris & Brad

Lindy Schmidt

May 17, 2003

I love you, Brandon, with ALL my heart. You will always be my little blonde boy, and will be with me ALWAYS... Please take care of Sissy. Love, Mom

Cheryl Soto

May 5, 2003

I remember a blond little boy who had a sister named Stephanie that went to A&B Nursery.I think Brandon may be that boy. I offer your family my condolences whether it is him or someone else.

Rachell Gibson

May 5, 2003

Brandon you will always be remembered in my heart and I will always love you like a brother. I will miss you so much but you are in a better place.My prayers will be with Stephanie and your family.

Jim & Beth Cox

May 5, 2003

Brandon worked for me at DeMoss Mechanical during the Summer. Really Nice Guy, I am so sorry to hear about this. Our prayers are with you.

Abby Hollis

May 4, 2003

May God bless your family and keep you close in this time.

Joseph Singer

May 4, 2003

The Singer family wishes to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Brandon Wayne Shay.

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