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Brandon Downs Obituary
Brandon was preceded in death by his grandparents, Thurman Downs Sr. and Cecilia Reid Downs and Robert Simpson Sr.
Survivors include his parents, Phillip Duane and Deborah Lynn Simpson Downs of Loretto; two siblings, Derick Duane Downs (Christy) of Willisburg and Morgan Danielle Downs of Hodgenville; two nieces, Albrie Downs and Madelynn Downs; and his grandmother, Louise Simpson of Bardstown.
A Mass of Christian burial for Brandon will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 15, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, 59 New Haven Road in Loretto. The Rev. Richard Goodin will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 14, at Mattingly Funeral Home, 195 Holy Cross Road, Loretto, with a prayer at 7 p.m. by the Rev. Deacon Joseph R. Dant.
Mattingly Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
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Carla Conrad
March 14, 2023
Philip and Debbie I am so sorry to hear about your loss I just wanted you to know I was thinking of you I can't be there but you are in my thoughts and prayers. May the Lord be with you in this time of need.
Jackie Hunter
March 12, 2023
Brandon used to hang out with my son. He was always a joy to have around. Praying for his family!
Junie, Carolyn and Alan Mattingly of Mattingly Funeral Home
March 12, 2023
You have our sympathies.
Donna Riley
March 11, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ann Palmer
March 11, 2023
He came it to my place of work and was only a joy to talk to. You will be missed.
Mary Ellen Simms
March 11, 2023
Prayers for the family. U have my sympathy.
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