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Benjamin Brossard Obituary
Benjamin "Ben" W. BROSSARD Ben Brossard, age 32 of Carnation, Washington died August 29, 2011. He was born July 2, 1979 in Kirkland, WA. After 12 years of service in the Coast Guard, Ben retired as a Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class on April 20, 2009. He spent his years stationed in Kodiak, Everett and Seattle and had a passion for driving small boats. He enjoyed being outdoors with family and friends riding quads, competitive shooting, hunting and fishing. Ben is survived by his wife Jayme, his precious daughter Elle, his grandmother Edith, his father Keith Brossard, his mother Bobbi Barnes & his brother Adam. Please view memorial details and full obituary at www.purdykerr.comTo plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Benjamin Brossard
Matt Wiggin
September 29, 2011
Ben was a son, husband and father. He was also a friend and shipmate to many of us. He will truly be missed by everyone whose lives he touched.
-Jayme and Elle we continue to extend open arms and hearts to your family. We are so blessed to have you in our lives.
September 28, 2011
Keith,
I am so sorry to learn of your son's passing. I know you were very proud and close to him. He was an exceptional person.
I can only imagine what you are all going through. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Ben's family.
Please call me if you need anything or if I can be of any assistance - or if you just need to talk!
Sometimes God just gives us a mountain to climb and we don't know why.
Donna Deisher
Bradley Switzer
September 26, 2011
Ben is, and always will be my best childhood friend. I have many memories of our time spent at the bus stop waiting to go to school, hang out at each of our houses, many a hours at each of our families dinner tables, and others to numerous to list. This world is less than what it was without Ben in it. He always had a positive perspective, and a good attitude. Ben cared about his friends, family, and co-workers. I will truly miss him, and count myself blessed to have known him well.
Hannah Weber
September 17, 2011
I remember Ben from jr. high/high school, spending time at Crossfire Youth Group and church camps He was my first crush.So many happy memories of a really sweet man. I'll be praying for your family.
David Johnson
September 16, 2011
My few brief encounters with Ben were rich with his humor and vitality. The privilege of working with Jayme and sharing your joy when Elle arrived makes me feel close to your little family. Me and my wife Nan and daughter Joanna extend our heartfelt sympathies and love to you as you grieve the loss of this wonderful young man.
Edward Madura
September 16, 2011
The MSST and the Coast Guard are full of wonderful people Ben was one of the quiet and great ones! I am thankful to have known him.
Joey McDonald
September 16, 2011
This is really sad news, and a great loss to all who knew him, may lord give your family courage and strength and keep you going through this tough time. Ben was truley a great man and friend. your missed brother.
Darcey
September 14, 2011
I'm proud to have been a friend, shipmate and sister of one of the most caring, loving individuals I have had the honor of knowing. You are one in a million Ben and you will be missed tremendously..your wife and daughter are strong and will continue living with you in their hearts, thinking of you every day. Rest in peace my brother..someday I will see you again and we will laugh about our memories..
Julie Moss
September 12, 2011
Ben was an amazing person who was truley devoted to his family. We're blessed to have know him. Jayme - May you feel his love with you every day. We are sincerely sorry for your loss.
Amber Wiggin
September 11, 2011
The Brossard family is truly amazing. I am deeply sorry for the sadness Ben's passing brings to the hearts of so many. I had the joy of getting to know them while Matthew was stationed on the HENRY BLAKE. We always enjoyed having them over, our dogs got along great, and my son Isaiah had quite the crush on Jayme. Later, when Jayme found out she was pregnant with a girl we even joked of an arranged marriage between Elle and my son Noah. I have always been amazed at the warmth and strength this family has. Ben will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. We were truly blessed to have known him, and continue to be blessed by knowing his family.
John
September 9, 2011
I first met Ben on the FIREBUSH in Kodiak Alaska. He was a hard worker, always had a smile on is face, and was an inspiration to his shipmates. Years later, our paths crossed again when Ben was stationed on the HENRY BLAKE. Ben's fight was inspirational to everyone who knew him. I feel honored and blessed to have been able to share a portion of Ben's life.
Dana & Linnie Golden
September 7, 2011
To The Entire Brossard Family
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal,
love leaves a memory no one can steal.We have many many good memories of times we spent with Ben at the lake.
Justin
September 6, 2011
Ben was a great shipmate and friend. I will never forget the good times we had riding together. My sincerest condolences to Ben's family.
John Prendiville
September 6, 2011
I will always remember Ben as the young Coast Guardsman who earned a silver dollar as the first enlisted person to give me a salute as a brand new CWO back at MSST Stand-up training in Camp Lejuene in 2002. He will be missed by all. My sincere condolences to his family.
Shannon Brossard
September 6, 2011
Ben was my cousin, as well as a true hero and inspiration to all those whose lives he entered. As a little girl I always got so excited to see Ben and his younger brother Adam when we had family get togethers. Ben was always a gentle and kind soul. I miss and love him so much but can say I am glad he is no longer in pain. I pray all the people around Elle, Bens daughter as she grows up will tell her stories and let her know just how amazing of a person her daddy was and will always be remembered as and she will have him watching over her. I love you Ben now and forever.
Katie
September 5, 2011
Ben was an amazing person and member of the crew of HENRY BLAKE. He had such a positive attitude, no matter what. Even when they first discovered the tumor, had the first surgery, and the recovery, I was impressed with Ben and Jayme. Ben would laugh and joke despite what was going on. I remember when he drove to the ship after the surgery- he had electric tape covering the inside of his sunglasses on one side. He said it allowed him to focus and you couldn't see what his "crazy" eye was doing when you looked at him:) Jayme- you are a wonderful and supportive wife and mother!! You were always there for Ben and I am in awe of your strength. My continued prayers for you and your family. I know Ben is looking down from above smiling like he always did!! Elle is truly blessed to have you as her parents!!!!
Michelle Rosen
September 5, 2011
Jayme, You do not know me, but I feel like I know you and your family. My sister is Julie Moss and she shared your story with me and the struggles your family endured.
I am so sorry for your loss and hope you find comfort in the beautiful little girl Elle. I have seen pictures of her through Greg.
Again my condolences.
Jesse
September 5, 2011
Wishing you "Fair Winds and Folowing Seas" shipmate. My sincerest condolences to Ben's family.
David Twehus
September 4, 2011
Ben Brossard was a great mentor to many at the MSST Seattle 91101. He was the best boat driver (Coxswain) I knew. As a guy who help create the unit, nobody new the boats as he did. He personally took time to help improve my skill and knowledge of the small boats at our unit. As a leader, he always stuck up for his crew and made sure they had what they needed. A very unselfish person, one you could count on. One thing we enjoyed doing together was chewing tobacco during brakes on the job. I served with him for two years there and will never forget him. I sorry for your families loss. God Bless
Maura Stevenson
September 4, 2011
Dear Jayme,
My heart goes out to you and your family. You and Ben are two of the strongest people I know. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Maura Stevenson
Debbie Fermon
September 4, 2011
My heart goes out to Jayme, Elle and Ben's family. Ben will be missed. I had the honor of meeting Ben while we were getting radiation on our brain tumors in California. We fast became "tumor buddies". He always understood what it felt like having a brain tumor(s). We knew how much it worried our family and friends. We would celebrate "good" MRI's, and be there for each other if a "bad" MRI. I miss you Ben and thank you for the many many phone calls we shared during our "tumor journey". I know you will always be with us in spirit. Jayme and Elle loved you with all their hearts and you loved them too. You were so proud of your wife and daughter. I will always remember the joy in your voice when you learned Jayme was pregnant. You could hardly wait to become a Daddy. Elle will grow up knowing she had a Daddy that adored her. Prayers to those who now have a Ben sized hole in their hearts. Love you Ben and heaven is a brighter place with your presence.
Karen & Paul Weber
September 4, 2011
I met Ben through my daughter Crystal who was their neighbor in Monroe. He was such a kind caring man
Kathy Davis
September 4, 2011
Search Light Moms wants to tell you how sorry we are for the passing of your Ben. If there is anything that we can do for you please let us know. We as mothers understand the day to day pain as we search for answers.
Love and Blessings,
Search Light Moms
www.slmoms.com
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Aloria Mercer
September 4, 2011
Keith and family...I send my most sincere and honest prayers to all of your family. I know how proud you were of Ben and how you helped me, being a single parent raising my son David with your stories of Ben's journey in life. Please all take care and know that there will always be a light shining in our hearts for your son. Peace be with you all.
Diane
September 3, 2011
Ben was such a great person. I was glad I could enjoy him at our recent family reunion. Much love to his wife Jayme and Elle and the rest of his family.
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