Brandon Michael Young

My condolences he was truly a loved person.

Dear Sandy,
I have been thinking about you and your entire family this month, just one year since Brandon left this world. I just cried a river after reading all these beautiful memories and stories about Brandon. He was such a beautiful soul and he was obviously loved by SO many. I know your life will never be the same and as you have said over and over, a huge part of you died when he passed to the other side. Thank God you know you will see him again! I am always here if you need me and I will walk with you side-by-side as you go through this journey. It is a forever kind of pain and I know nothing can ever make it right but we are forever friends and I will always be here for you. In good times or bad, I will always love you. Sending all the love my heart can hold to you and Brandon. xoxoxo

Wishing you strength Sandy and peace as this devastating anniversary approaches.

Kathleen Campbell Walker

Brandon, it absolutely breaks my heart that you were taken so soon. You were such a great son to Sandy and a great friend to everyone else. I will always remember the good times and laughing at you getting embarrassed and turning red :) I will always appreciate you helping out with my dogs... they will miss you too. Please keep an eye on all of us Squintz... you will truly be missed!!!

My dearest Brandon, well a month has passed and I keep hoping this will get easier. It doesn't. Someone said that when they heard the news that their heart broke in two, well mine is in a million pieces and it will never be whole again. I miss you so much it hurts. I never thought I would have to be writing this and still can't believe it. I feel like a part of me died with you. You were my son and my best friend and I never thought I would have to imagine my life without you in it. I am so blessed to have had twenty five wonderful years with you. Many parents don't get that and so I am very lucky to be able to say that. I am so glad we got to travel to many places, yet it will never have been enough. My trip to Spain will be bittersweet because I won't be able to share it with you. I know you weren't thrilled about going on a family vacation but I am so glad that we all were together so shortly before we lost you. You seemed to be happy and I feel you had a good time. You always got along with all the cousins and I am so proud of how you interacted with them all the same, no matter the age. They love you so much. I am so glad you and Kolton reconnected on the trip. It was great seeing you go to his games and meeting him for dinner or lunch those last few weeks. You don't realize how many lives you touched. You were there for anyone that needed you for anything – be it to do something as simple as house sit to being there for your aunt when she needed you for various reasons, to walking with memaw when everyone else went on ahead because she couldn't' walk as fast, to just listening when someone had a problem. You were a great listener and friend to anyone who needed it. Only after you were gone did I hear some of the stories and I am so proud of the young man that you turned out to be! I enjoy listening to what others have to say about you. I have had several people say they were impressed with the fact that no matter if you were in a rush or just going about your day that you stopped to take the time to say hello to anyone and to ask how they were doing. Another person told me that you treated anyone, no matter their class or race, you treated everyone the same, with respect. It gives me great pride to hear people say that they came to you for advice on many different occasions for many different reasons. I was happy to hear that they could trust you with their problems and secrets. I could go on and on, but I won't. I know from experience that you would give the shirt off your back or your last dollar to a homeless person if they needed it. You were so good with animals, I don't think you ever met one you didn't like or that didn't like you (except Gemini – even though I know you really loved her despite your protests).

You came into my life and changed it in ways I never imagined. I never thought raising a child as a single parent could be so challenging yet have so many rewards. Your first nine days in this world were very scary as we didn't know if you would make it but after that, you were one of the happiest, healthiest babies I have ever known. Even when you were sick, no one could really tell. From the beginning you were able to make people laugh and smile. I enjoyed watching you grow over the years. When you were little you used to laugh or sing in your sleep – that always made me smile. The older you became, the more serious you were, but you still knew how to make people laugh without much effort. I know you hadn't found what you wanted to do with your life, but know that I was proud of all that you accomplished. You were always there to listen when someone needed a sounding board and you gave very sound and sage advice most of the time. You were never quick to become angry and would try to calm others down when they got upset. Yet, you also liked to debate with others about things going on around the world. Little did I know that while you were busy playing video games you also managed to read and watch a lot more news than I ever imagined, even if some of your sources were a little (or a lot) far left or right, I enjoyed listening to those “debates” and actually learned something every once in a while.

Just know that you are missed by so many, but I will miss you the most. Till I see you again – I love you. Mom

Brandon, I am not good with words, like Tifarah is. A poet I am not. I wish I could put into words how much you mean to me and how proud I am of the man you became. It warms my heart to hear your friends say how much you helped them when they were going through bad times. You told one young man he was never alone. I know you are not alone right now. You are with your Great Grandmas and Grandpas, and other people who went before you. Some you knew and some you never had to opportunity to meet until now. I am sure my Mom, your great grandma, was so happy to meet her great grandson. She never got to meet any of her grandchildren. I can just see the joy in her face when you first arrived. And I know my Dad, who did get to meet you, was so happy to see you again. My Aunt Mattie, who all the kids called Babu, is for sure just loving on you up there in Heaven. This is the first time I have been able to write to you and smile and not cry. Because I know where you are and I can just see you with all the wonderful people who have gone before. Perhaps you have even met my Uncle Harvey and Aunt Corrine and my cousin Dewayne by now. And surely you have met my baby brother, Jesse. He is your great Uncle. I will think of you every day for the rest of my days until I see you again, my sweet Grandson. I will s till cry, maybe a lot, for awhile, but I do know you are with people who will love you so much and, most importantly, I know you are with Jesus who loves you even more than anyone else ever can.

Brandon,
I never in a million years would have thought I would be doing this, and to be perfectly honest I absolutely hate that I am writing this out to you in this way. You are such an amazing man. I can say from the bottom of my heart all the way to the top that I have never met anyone as giving, caring and loving as you, cousin. You were always there when I called, and I can only hope that I was there for you at least half as much. I am heart broken and empty at the loss of you. You were always wanting the best for your family and friends, I know it rubbed off on all of us. I hope we make you proud in the years we have left on this earth. I am so thankful for the time I had with you, and the selfish side of me is angry that it was cut so short. I will keep reminding myself of all the goofball moments we had...you were always good at making everyone laugh. As much as you would deny it, you were so full of love...the amount of lives you've touched warms my heart. I am happy that Kolton and you were getting so close, and again angry that it was cut short.
You kept giving to us even after you were taken from us, you brought so many of us together and filled our hearts with love and laughter. It was healing to hold those that loved you. You will be missed and thought of every day. Help us through this time, I know that is a selfish request but I am asking it anyways. You keep watching over your mom from up there and I will keep watch over her down here.
I love you dearly, Brandon.

Brandon, in your 25 years you taught me so much and helped me believe in myself and how to be a better person! You were an amazing young man and the reality of you being gone is still a hard thing to grasp. You will be remembered and loved always and forever! I will miss you deeply!

Shhhhhh..........be at peace sweet prince!!! You will live forever in our heart & soul.

Squints you are one of my best friends still can't belive you are gone. I still remeber going to 9th grade English barely talking to each other then going to sleep in class. I will always rember hanging out in my house on the balcony just talking bout random stuff. Love you man. See you again someday

Brandon,
I will never forget the amazing moments we all shared together. You were always there for me in the hardest of times and supported me through a time in my life that seemed like a nightmare. Thank you for that. Thank you for giving Jack and I someone to confide in as well as someone to play pranks on. :) We love you and miss you so very much and Sandy, you've been like a mother to me. I feel privileged to have known Brandon. I am and will always be here for you. I love you.

My dearest Brandon, I dont really know how we are going to make it through life without you!!! You were such an amazing person you were always there to help me whenever i asked , you were there to help me with the puppies i could not have done that without you! now whom do i have to go to??? I really have such an emptiness in my heart we all do. I will miss you as will we all I love you Brandon as did everyone who met you !!!!
Tamara Young San antonio , TX

Brandon
I find it difficult to consider the reality that you are gone. You were a wonderful friend, son, and family member. You were always considerate and kind with every person in your life. You have touched so many lives and made them better for being part of them. You will always be my littlest brother and you will always have a place in my heart. You will be missed! Rest in peace my brother.

seeing this picture brought back a flood of wonderful memories. I will charish this forever.

Wow! I AM VERY SAD TO HEAR OF THE PASSING MY FRIEND AND CO-WORKER AT RETAMA IT WAS GREAT KNOWING AS A CO-WORKER AND MOSTLY AS A FRIEND YOU WERE ALWAYS HONEST AND TRUE AND LOSING SUCH A PERSON LIKE THAT SO HURTS DEEPLY, MY FRIEND YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN BUT ALWAYS REMEMBERED. YOUR FRIEND FOREVER THOMAS'TOMMY'C. NESBIT JR. P.S. MY HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

I cannot even imagine how to comprehend such a tragic loss. You are all in my prayers.

Marcia Grayson

You will be missed my brother .

Sandy, the first time I wrote in this book was to Brandon. But I want you to know how very proud I am of you to have raised such a wonderful and kind young man that Brandon had become. You were an absolutely wonderful Mom. I am so thankful and proud to have you in my life and to know you, not only as a daughter, but as a friend. I hurt for you and wish I could take all your pain from you. I love you Darling.

Mom

Brandon, I have had to take time to really compose myself to be able to be able to write you for the last time. I know I will see you in heaven in the future but for now I have to help your Grandmother, Mother and the rest of the family. I only hope you knew how proud I was of you as I only told you I loved you your whole life. I hope you knew it in your heart. I still felt I deserted you during your growing up period when I took more time with my kids and their involvement in little league. You missed six or seven years of learning that, when you were about 13, you wanted to play again. At the time I was as proud as I could be you wanted me to help you learn to get better. For two+ years you and I played catch, took you to the batting cages, explained fielding and throwing all over again and watched every game and practice you went to. I was so proud to see you improve your game but the greatest compliment I ever got was from your coach the last year you played. Towards the end of the season, he mentioned to me in passing that he enjoyed coaching you the last few years as he knew your lack of experience. He told me you had improved 200% and if all his kids took the effort to improve as much as you had, they would all be outstanding players. He told me I should be proud of you. I was, but I never told you what he had said. I regret to this day I had not ever told you and more so now that you are gone.
I never will take it for granted you knew that. I will never make that mistake again for any of my family. I hope I was there when you needed me as you were always there for me. When you were a teenager, you took the lead in making sure I did not pick up chairs or anything you thought were too heavy. I notice Kolton is taking that cue from you. He is growing to be a wonderful man and he always looked to you as his big cousin and has emulated in many ways. You and he both made sure your grandmother is walked with and not walk ten steps ahead like your grandfather. I miss you so already. I could site a thousand other things you have done that I was proud of but never told you.
Well my sweet Grandson. We had a wonderful viewing yesterday and I was amazed at the crowd that we got. I knew you had friends, and your Mother had lots of friends as do we, but it was pretty well packed from five until eight. You looked so wonderful in your suit (I won't mention the turtle shorts you had on) and so peaceful I wanted to wake you up. But I know you have gone to a better place and are with your great grandparents now. Make sure you love them like you loved your grandparents. I know you will. Today, we say “goodbye” for the final time but know this you will never lose the love in the hearts of your family, friends and co-workers. I don't write like some people but I can only speak from my heart and tell you in the best way I can. I had to move some chairs last night and as soon as I started (with your Uncle Mike's help), Grandma said that used to be Brandon's job. You would always tell me not to worry and you would do it for me. Kolton is now helping as he watched you for so many years. I feel so sorry for him now, as you two really bonded on our family cruise in June. All you kids and grandkids did. Were all so happy that we were altogether for the last time before your accident. I know he was looking to that time on the lake with you this last weekend. Tifarah has been a godsend during this time along with Stephanie (Tifarah' s high school) and Suzie, one of your Mother's best friends.
Your friends and co-workers at Retama Park surprised us and have offered to host a small get together for all the attendees at the Retama today. We will all be thinking of and toasting you during that time and deservedly so. All our kids and grandkids are cherished by your Grandmother and me. There is no way on earth I could have contemplated this happening. I still remember the first day your Mother let you drive to our house and you decided to see if my garage door could take a direct hit. Couldn't could it? There were a lot of other incidents with you that I can cherish over the years I have left and I will say so long for today, but I will write later. I miss you my wonderful grandson and my heart has never been heavier but I know you
will find peace with God and he could not have a better soul to be with him. I love you Brandon.
My dearest Brandon. I guess I had better end this very long message to you. Longwinded as usual aren't I? Just remember my sweetheart, you will always be in my heart. I can't put things in words as well as a lot of people can, but just know my heart will always be with you and I will see you in the future. With Mike and Tristan gone to North Carolina and Kolton the only one around, I will really miss those Yankee trips to Fort Worth to see the Yankees beat the Rangers when we would take an all-male trip to see the games and stay overnight. I think all of us really enjoyed those trips together. Until we meet again grandson, remember I loved and cherished you. Please watch over your Mother. May peace and God's blessings go with you!

I know there are no words to ease the pain you are feeling right now. But please know the entire Young family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Sandy,
Family is so important, and losing a member is so hard on everyone. It's hard to remember the last timme I saw you and Brandon,but your father and I when we talked it was always about family. I really knew Brandon through his grandfather's eyes.
May God be wiyh you.
love Aunt Sharon & Uncle Roi

Sandy,
I cannot express into words the amount I will miss Brandon in our lives here on earth. I am so PROUD to be his uncle and will keep him forever in my heart. I really enjoyed watching Brandon grow up from child to man, and on the last family trip, he again showed me what a caring and compassionate man he is by the actions with my family, especially Tristan. I'll never forget how he was so accepting of my kids and will miss those moments so much. You raised a strong kid, and loving nephew. I'm so proud of you for doing so. Just know I'll always love you and be here for you if you need someone to talk to, or if you want to get away for a few weeks or longer in NC, our house is open to you.

“What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; what we have done for others and the world remains and it is immortal. “ – Albert Pike

Love You.
Mike

Sandy, praying for you and your family. Brandon will always be in your heart and memories and you will meet again. Sending you a hug.

Bug hugs and kisses to Sandy and family. Peace and joy to Brandon as he returns home. Love you girlie!

Dear Sandy-

Laurie Roach is my aunt; we met you and Brandon at Michael's wedding a few years back.

I wanted to tell you how truly sorry we are to hear about your loss. I pray that in time fond memories of your son will help heal your heart.

Sincerely,

Mandy & David Mahncke

We are so heartbroken that its hard to express it in words right now. Brandon was like a so to me and Doug. He was Jack's best friend, brother, and sometimes even a son. He was in Mike's wedding and like a brother to him. Jayme always referred Brandon as her little brother. Our families are intwined for ever. We are so heartbroken to see you and your family go through this tragedy. We are always here for you. God has his new Angel now and we lost ours. Brandon, we love you and you will live on in our memeries and our hearts. Rest in peace Angel

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family.

My brother. I still cant believe you're no longer here with me. The memories I have and the times we had together. I loved you like a true friend should and I will always remember you homie. It doesn't seem fair that you had to leave us all so soon but ill take comfort in knowing you're better off. You're finally free to soar the cosmos. To find the answer to questions so many people ask.You're forever loved my man and you'll be forever missed. Well meet up again homie and we gonna ride once more. RIP

I will always remember your wonderful smile! Rest in peace Brandon. forever young, forever loved.

The world has lost a rare treasure. A fine young man with an excellent work ethic and a heart warming smile.

Dear Sandy, my heart my love my prayers to you and your family. I love you. I'm so sorry for your precious loss. I ask and pray comfort and peace forever...Annie Cabello

Sandy, I am truly sorry for your loss. I know you have many wonderful memories of your son, and I hope that those will comfort you during this difficult time. Please know that your have many friends who love and care about you. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family.

Dearest Sandy, my heart my prayers my love w you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss. I love you. I ask and pray peace and comfort forever..........Annie Cabello

One is not lost when we know where they are. My thoughts and prayers are with you Sandy, George, Martha and the rest of the family during this time.

Sandy my heartfelt condolences to you, family and friends that have lost someone so precious. May God give you peace and know that Brandon is in good hands with his Heavenly Father.

Sandy and family, As your lunch buddy for years I heard about Brandon all those years. My heart is with you and your family. I can't imagine your pain. Know that God has you in His safe arms. We, your friends, are here for you anytime you need us. We love you. Mary Rittgers

I only have prayers for your broken heart. I pray God comforts you and your family now and always.

Sincerely

Dearest Sandy, I'm so deeply heartbroken for your beloved son passing, I wish I can say or do the right things to make you feel better, You and your family are in my prayers, situations like this just make me realize that we can't ever own anything at all while passing by through this life, everything is like the clouds, everything just keeps on coming and going, nothing belongs to us. Nothing. There's something noticing all of these things, it's like we all are the deep blue skies, just observing everything appearing and disappearing, even our bodies come and go, this is just our temporary home, Let's enjoy Life gurl! Brandon didn't die, He is Life itself, Life is Eternal,We are an expression of Life itself, as you and me and everyone else. We're just temporary residents of this temporary journey, everything is just temporary. what never dies it's the eternal observer noticing all of these things, This observer is in you and everyone else. There's nothing to fear, nothing to resist, just remain noticing things, don't cling to anything being noticed and you'll know you just came back home.

Sandy - My heart is breaking for you. I pray for God's peace and love to hold you tight during this time. You are very loved, from near and far.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Young family. May the Good Lord give you peace, strength, and comfort as you go through this difficult time. Love you all.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Young family. May the Good Lord give you peace, strength, and comfort as you go through this difficult time. Love you all.

Our thoughts and prayers remain with you. May your faith uplift you in this trying time.

Sandy, I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

I give you this one thought to keep - 
I am with you still - I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sunlight on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the sweet uplifting rush,
of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not think of me as gone - 
I am with you still in each new dawn......


Go easy brother you will be missed ..

Brandon, you were a great cousin. I'm so sorry you had to leave so soon. I'm glad I got to see you one last time on the cruise. We made some memories that I will never forget.you will forever be in my heart. We all love you and will miss you dearly. I'll see you again in heaven one day.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you feel God's loving arms around you. Ron & Donna Davis

Sandy, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Sandy, I am so Very Very Sorry for the loss of your son. My prayers for you and your entire family.

Sandy I'm so sorry for your loss, may God give you strength to get through this very difficult time. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Sandy, please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through the difficult days ahead. I pray for God's peace and guidance to give you strength and comfort.

Sandy - I'm so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family.

I will miss the sweet boy that used to come swimming with Tifarah when they were so small....My heart is so sad for you all...Sandy and Tammy...thank you for letting me get to know that wonderful guy when he was just a little man....Condolences to the Young Family

I didn't know you that long but you were very respectful and so kind. I will miss your smiling face at Retama Park. Our loss is truly heavens gain.

Sandy, I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Diana Rodriguez

Our deepest sympathy goes to the entire Young Family, Brandon was such a sweet kind young man...please know that our entire family is praying for all of you and will be here for your family just as you have all been here for our family....

The Davis & Wood Families

Sandy, my heart goes out to you during this challenging time! Sending you love and healing to you and your family! There is another angel in heaven! You are loved!

Sandy, I'm very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family during this time.


Keith and Terre Sawey and Family

Our condolences to Brandon's family. We were saddened to hear of his passing. He was a respectful young man, and he will be missed. From his co-workers at PPP

Sandy, I am so very sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies and prayers are with you and your family during this time of tragedy. Let your faith in God guide you through your grief and the difficult times ahead. Know that Brandon is with our Lord and is forever safe. God bless you all.

Sandy, I was terribly sad to hear about your son. Although I never met Brandon, I can see from your photos what a wonderful person he was. My husband joins me in sending you and your family our deepest sympathies during this sorrowful time.

Dear Sandy,

Please know that you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. We hope and pray that God's peace will bring you comfort and strength now and the days ahead.

Donna and Kelvin Koch

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. There are no words for such a tragic loss. Wishing you peace and strength.

Kathleen and Mark Walker

Our hearts go out to you, also our thoughts and prayers.


Dave &Sharon Chrisman
and Family

Sandy, with a heavy heart I am very sorry for your loss. I know that Brandon will be deeply missed. I pray for you and your family during this difficult time and. My thoughts are with you.

Dina Foster

Dear Sandy, though we have not been close of late, I can never think of you or Brandon without smiling. We had some great times together and Brandon was a huge part of it. Your sweet son is now in the arms of the angels and I pray God will help you through this. Just know you can count me among your friends to help as well. God bless and keep you always. I love you my friend.

I am so very sorry for your loss, Sandy. You and your family are in my prayers and may God's peace bring you comfort during this difficult time. Debbie Moore

George,Martha,Sandy and family, I send my deepest sympathy to you. I did not know Brandon, but know he will be deeply missed by you his family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Young family at this time!

Sandy, George, Martha and Family~ Our hearts grieve with you at this very sad time...Know that we are thinking of you and praying for you. May God Bless you and comfort you and bring you peace in the days ahead.

Love, The Cutri Family: Elaine, Tammy, Michele, Jeff, Keith, Christy, Dean and Kyle.

You will always be with us.

Angie, Gary and Amber

We will miss you Brandon. You will always be in our hearts and on our mind.

Jake and Angie

George, Martha, Sandy and family,I write with deepest sadness at the lose of your beloved Brandon. I only wish I could have met him. He must have been a great and loving guy. When you look up at the sky perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where your beloved Brandon looks through and shines down upon his loved ones to let you know he is with God. He is your Guardian Angel.

George, Martha,Sandy and family, Though your New york family is not physically with you during this tragic time take comfortin knowing you are in our hearts and prayers. Love to all of you Marie

Brandon,You were taken from us way to early, I still remember when you guys came to New York and cut your first real Christmas tree. I was glad that we could share that experience with you and your mom. Your kind and gentle ways will be missed by many. Love, Uncle Don, Aunt Linda and Brian

Our thought's & prayer's are with the entire Young family in this most difficult time. Brandon was a wonderful, witty fun loving young man. We so much enjoyed his visit's with our son Sean & his wife, Stephanie here in Florida. He alway's had a good time & was a great house guest. He had a contagious smile that seemed to never end We consider ourselves lucky to have had such an awesome person in our lives. Never far, alway's in our heart's. Peace Brandon.

Sandy if you need anything from retama family please say the words . We are here for you.

My condolences to my friend Tamara Young, my thoughts and prayers are with your entire family in this tragic time. I love you Tam and I will always be here for you honey.

My Dearest Brandon. Words will never be able to express how much you were loved by me. I keep thinking about when you were born and when you and your Mom lived with Grandpa and me and I kept you while you Mom worked. You were always so happy and sweet and you were very determine to do things you wanted to do. I remember you building a tower with your blocks on my coffee table and you would be so proud and look at me and say "I build it." Then when it fell you would just start all over again. I remember you being so sweet to everyone and so loving all your life. Any time I needed something, you would do whatever you could to get it for me. You were the same with Grandpa. At family get togethers when he would go get another chair, you wouldn't let him get it, you would go get it for him. You cared for us so much and you showed it with your actions, not just your words. I have been thinking about all the good, good memories I have of you over the last 25 years. My Darling Grandson, I am going to miss you beyond belief. My heart is truly broken today. Even so, I thank God for giving you to us for 25 years. You were our miracle baby and a gift from God. If not for God we would not have even had you for this long. I believe God has a plan for all of us and I know he decided he was ready for you to come home now, even though I am having a terrible time understanding it. One day I will see you again my sweet, sweet grandson.

George, Martha and Family,
Our hearts go out to you in this difficult time. Your in our thoughts and prayers.
Sam and Nora Wilt

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Sandy, during this very difficult time. Love you, girlie!

I miss you already my friend