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Branden Rehling Obituary
Branden B. Rehling, 26, of Blue Lake passed away December 24, 2006, as a result of an automobile accident.
Branden is survived by his family: mother, Candy Weisse of Blue Lake; his father, Bryan Rehling and his step-mother, Donna Rehling of Eureka; his brother, Steven Christie and sister-in-law, Lizbeth Christie of Santa Rosa; his sisters, Jasmine Rehling of McKinleyville and Sierra Coombes of Blue Lake; niece, Emma Frazel; and nephew, Garret Christie; his grandparents, Jim and Phyllis Rasmussen of Blue Lake and Walter and Bernice Rehling of North Dakota. Branden is also survived by uncles, aunts and numerous cousins.
Branden was born and raised in Humboldt County. He attended schools in Eureka and Napa, CA. He worked as a foreman in Orick for Rasmussen Wood Products, Inc. He was a skilled mechanic and loved working in his grandfather’s shop.
Branden left us while so young and full of life. Everyone who met him was greeted with a smile that they would always remember. He believed in reaching out to help others. It was nothing for him to get a call in the middle of the night to go and help others without thinking of himself.
Yes, he left us too soon, leaving his hopes and dreams unfulfilled while in a hurry to purchase a couple of last minute Christmas presents.
He will be greatly missed by numerous friends and his family.
January 2nd, 2007, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm the family is holding a wake at 131 G Street in Blue Lake, CA. Visitation for family and friends at Sanders is between 9:00 am - 1:00 pm January 3rd, 2007, with the formal service beginning at 1:00 pm, followed by the graveside service at Ocean View Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the care of Sanders Funeral home, 1835 E. Street, Eureka.
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for Branden Rehling
Sponsored by Phyllis Rasmussen, Gram.
Branden taking Brook to the senior prom
May 24, 2020
Branden was always loving and kind.
March 16, 2013
Dearest grandson, time is passing quickly and it won't belong until I see you again. Remember our talk about catching someone as they leave this life, I'm depending on you!
My heart is still yours, LOVE GM
Candy Weisse
March 14, 2013
I have been thinking of you daily! Miss you so much!
Jennifer Willis
March 20, 2010
Branden, i just wanted to light you a candle and hope that the light never goes out we all miss you so much you maybe in heaven but i do think of you often
Candy Weisse
February 3, 2010
Hi Branden
My birthday is coming and I sure whish you were here. I miss you so much!. The clam beach run is on saturday. I will be attending but not walking, I feel out of shape this year but I will be more into it next year. Its is our memorial to you each year. I am worried about your sister's health, Please watch out for her! Sierra is doing well and grandma is still sruggling with the loss of pop! It's takes so much to acept the loss of loveones. I think about you daily, sometimes I even get mad , because your gone and I need you, but I am sure your in a better place with God. I try to pray often I beleive it helps keep me focused. I am working with alot of people that need help and support with there addictions. We sure had are share of problems. I whish I could ask you more question about your use. I feel now you had more to share. I love you and miss you so much! Please send love our way! Because our family is very fraile. I love you Branden! Missing you mom!
December 26, 2009
Branden, I sure could use a few of your big hugs!!
GP has been gone to long, I still can't sleep in our bed, I spend my nights in our reclyner. Today I put his favorite ring on my middle finger. Remember the one I gave him to match his belt buckle.
He wore them until he couldn't any more.
Send us what ever you can to let us know you are here.
I love you BIG! GM
Candy Weisse
December 22, 2009
Branden
This month has been so hard! We have so many problems in our family its hard to find any peace! I miss you so much! I want to let go and scream, I can't do this any longer, its time for you to come back home ! Although I am sure you are in peace and in the house with God.It's hard to beleive that it has been three years since you left the house to go buy last minute xmas presents. Its that time again! We will never heal from this. I would like to have a sign that your still with us. I love and miss you Branden! I'll pray for you while you pray for us! I cannot wait for the day until we meet again! Love Mom
November 16, 2009
My sweet baby I wish I could have done more for you, so many things I would have liked to help you with.
I miss GP so much, I can't express it.
Waking during the night I think he will be home any moment. Then reality hits, no he won't.
I hear your car and wait for you, but you don't come, no knock on the door, no voice saying Gram.
It's the same with my brothers, I want to call one or of them then realize I can't.
Am I feeling sorry for myself, I suppose so. I must get a better grip right?
Thanks for listening, Big Love
Candy Weisse
November 13, 2009
Branden
I have access to the internet at this time. I have been feeling you around so much lately. Theses are such hard times for all of us. I whish you were here you would have ideas and solutions on how to deal with the problems at hand. Keep close to grandma whisper in her ear and let her known things are going to be all alright and that she has angels watching out for her. Its starting to get cold now! I no you would be ready for the snow! Its just like yesterday that you were hear. I miss you so much!I have soon many memories that keep you hear with me! Pray for us as I pray for you! Love Mom
October 11, 2009
My dear grandson,
I miss you more than I have words to say.
Now grampa is where you are today he has been gone from hear four months.
I a
October 11, 2009
Dear grandson I miss you more than words can express!
Now grampa is gone today he has been gone from my life four months.
I have trouble finding what I am to do with myself.
Your gram
Jasmine Rehling
October 8, 2009
Branden this is the third birthady of yours that you have not been here to grow older with us..Life is so different I can no longer pick up the phone and call you when I need you. I think about you every day not one day goes by and I dont see your face, Its so so hard without you around. But I am thinkfull you are in my dreams. All the time it seems like I live another life with you..In spirit you live in my dreams...Thank You for being a part of my life and staying in my dreams..I Love and miss you always, Your little sister...
March 29, 2009
Branden I am at mom's today, life is still very hard times will never be the same! I feel like we are cursed. Our love ones kept leaving and we are left here to endure the losses. I beleive their has been angels around and I know one is you! I try to pray and keep my faith, bur I dont understand why their is so much pain in life. If there is a way you could let me know you are happy! Please do that! Ill continue praying for you If you will continue to pray for me! I love you Mom!
Phyllis Rasmussen
March 7, 2009
Branden,
Gp is very ill. He can't walk by himself now. His feet are swollen from the loss of lymp nodes in his lower abdomen. Take good care of him for me and I won't be to far behind.
Love you and sure enjoy your hugs and encouragement! Gram
Jennifer Larkins
March 6, 2009
Branden, I haven't written in a while but that doesn't mean I don't think of you. I'm just so busy. You are still in my thoughts often and I still miss you very much. You are so loved and missed! Love Jen
Candy Weisse
February 8, 2009
I love you Branden
We have finished the clam beach run in your honor yesterday. We had family and freinds show up. The weather was beautiful. Your sister was unable to attend! Maybe next year it is a annual event in you honor we set it up! I plan to do each year until my body wont do it any more. Your sister Sierra, CLancy, Jessica, Julie, Josiah,Tasina,Wendy, Buffy,Jessie, Hazel. I know their were others with us in spirt. We hung our running numbers at the cross as has been done in the year before. I miss you Branden, you know are family is still dealing with crisis, I feel you each and every time I come to my moms. Your are there! Please stay close they need you. I also know God is watching over our family. Missing you soooo much! Mom
Phyllis Rasmussen
January 12, 2009
Hi,
As you know it is 2009 and two years have gone by since you left this part of life. Grampa is sick and I feel broken into pieces.
Knowing this part of life is a learning time so we will be in shape mentally for the other side (where you are) doesn't make it easier.
I had to laugh when I asked you if you would still catch Grampa? You said, yes. So I asked if you would catch me, you said, I'd have to fight Grampa to do it. I smile everytime I think about your answer.
The last time I held your hand, remember, he jumped up and said, I want to be the one helping her. You were helping me out of my chair after the last surgery.
Thanks for coming when I called and helping.
Love you BIG, gram
Jasmine Rehling
December 30, 2008
Branden Thanks for always being in my dreams, Last night you talked to me about a sweatshirt? Not sure what you were asking for but It makes it better to see and talk to you. Its so hard it has been two years and it feels the same. There are so many people we care about passing away and I no you are up there with your arms wide open for them. I think god new you were strong and he needed you to help him. I pray for you as you pray for me and our family we all need you. You will always be in my Heart and in my thoughts, Lots of Love your sister Jasmine
Phyllis Rasmussen
December 29, 2008
Branden,
I just looked at pictures of Garrett and Emma playing in the snow. They slid down the hill side, crashed some and hated climbing back up. Sounds normal doesn't it?
Keep comunicating, and learn lots!
Love you BIG, Gram
Phyllis Rasmussen
December 26, 2008
Dear Grandson,
Today is the 26th of December 2008 in a bit it will be 2009, seems impossible two years have gone by since you left.
I miss you and could sure use your wisdom and a couple of your big hugs.
Take care of yourself until we meet again, Gram
Candy Weisse
December 23, 2008
Tomorow you will be gone for 2 years it seems like yesterday! I miss you and wish you were here xmas will never be the same. Now pop is sick the family is falling apart. I wish the thought of the furture could be somewhat bright but not for our family. I hope your xmas in heaven will be grand! For us here left sadden by the loss of your smile and your funny sence of humor. And the ability to kept us together. I love you and will forever long to see you again. Pray for us while we pray for you. Mom
Candy Weisse
October 19, 2008
Branden
This is an late entry. I don't always have access to the internet. I spent time at the cemetery the day before your birthday. It was a beautiful sunny day. I thought about your birth and how proud your dad and I were when you were born! Your dad choose your name. I still repeat your name Branden. Your were a very cranky baby! But you were so loved. Your grew up and endured many problems in your life time. Reading and writing problems, But your IQ was higher than most. You new about history and goverment and had the ability to be so kind. I am and was so proud of you.You learned to read and write. I still look at your letters. On your birthday I went with Shena one of your best freinds to let off ballons.
She let them off last year and I did not go, but I did this year and I will for years to come. Sierra, Chad, Emma, Shena and myself, standind on the bridge over the river where you always had so much fun. We let them off and the flew so high into the clouds. It was beautiful.Happy Birthday Son! Your are forever in my thoughts and prayers. Their is a time when we will see each other again! Thanks to Grandma for getting your memorial ready for the paper she is always their for you. As I known your their for her. It was so nice. I love you! Think of me while I think of you! MOM
Phyllis Rasmussen
October 10, 2008
Branden,
Tashina your family and friends, set off balloons on your birthday! You are so loved by so many people.
Your article in the newspaper is great!
I love you very much, Gram
Tashina Barnett
October 9, 2008
Branden,
I miss you so much. I don't know how so much time has gone by since the last time I saw you. Today would've been your 28th birthday, we are old.;) Happy Birthday, I love you and miss you more than you could ever imagine!!!!!!!!!!!!
Candy Weisse
September 19, 2008
Branden
I have made a carreer move and I know you would be cheering me on. I have been so depressed the last few weeks thinking of you! The loss of you in my life has been gut wrenching, their is always a stream of tears behind my eyes. Its hard to find family that wants to talk about your passing. So I am always talking to you by myself alone with my thoughts and pain. I am still reliving the loss daily. I am watching time pass without you and its hard. Please remember you are my hero a special kind. A loving son that was always their when I needed you.I put alot of my problems on you and your sister for this I am sorry. I hope you are happy and at peace. I miss you and pray for you! I know I will see you again! love Mom
Phyllis Rasmussen
August 21, 2008
Dear Branden,
I love you and miss your hugs so much! I know you are here and know what's going on and can still feel your hand when you helped me out of my chair, because I was recovering from surgery.
What do you think of Jas's raise? Wow, huh?
I see you and her on the floor watching TV or taking a nap, always touching each other.
I know you are proud of your mom. She has worked very hard to get good employment and she is an inch away from it. Wow right?
Sierra is doing so much better. That is a gift from heaven.
You know GPs eyes are getting more vision!
Me? You know all about me.
Must close my stop leak isn't working!
Love your gram
Jasmine Rehling
August 19, 2008
Hey Bro, Its been a while since I wrote in this. I miss you so much I keep the memories of us so close its like your on vacation its hard to think your gone and not comming back. I dont think I will ever except that your gone. Its a long vacation and I will see you some day..Emma misses you she talks about you alot she is going to be six very soon and she still remembers you. I am so glad she got to no you and how great you were. Well I MISS you tons and you are in my thoughts everyday. Love you Branden always.
Casandra Kress
August 17, 2008
Hey Branden, it will never be the same without you. Everyone thinks about you. And will always think about you. I will always keep you in my heart no matter what. Everyone has so many memories of you. I love you Branden and will always you were such a good friend. No matter what you are in my heart love ya B!
Candy Weisse
August 11, 2008
Branden
We just got back from camping, and I miss you so much! We could not go to Hell's Gate due to the forest fire's but we are hoping to go, the second week of September. My heart will never be the same the loss of a child should never happen to anyone. Things are tuff right now, but I continue to pray for strength to move forward. I do not want to leave the past because thats were you are. It is harder to find you in the furture. Everyone is growing up so fast Emma is becoming such a big girl she is so sweet. Please keep us in you prayers as we keep you in ours. Its hard to wait for the day when will be together again. I want you so much! Love Mom
Candy Weisse
July 7, 2008
Branden
It's already July. The 4th of July came and went times are hard. I am still feeling so empty, it is impossible for me to let go. People say it gets easier with time. I have not found that to be true. When I start to think of time passing it is even harder, I like to keep things currant in my mind. I am so much looking forward to going camping at Hell's Gate it has always been a get away, we had so many crazy times their lots of memories. Now that your younger sister is learning to drive, she got upset yesterday with driving and screamed I wish Branden was here he would let me drive him! Your had started to teach her to drive. I know its was something you wanted to do. I am so lost with out you. Its hard to get in the furture when you long for the past. I love you so much. My prayers are with you. I feel you with me, but its not always enough. Love you! Mom
Casandra Kress
June 24, 2008
Branden it has been awhile sense you have gone the day you left us was sad to everyone i remeber that day....i wish you could be here. But everyone knows you are watching over them up above. Time has gone by so fast and I just can't belive that you had to leave us so soon B. you are missed and loved and will be always in our hearts
Phyllis Rasmussen
June 21, 2008
Branden,
It is June 21st., 2008! Today Emma danced in a ballet recital at Eureka High School.
I felt your presence beside me and was so pleased.
Love you big, Gram
Tashina Barnett
June 16, 2008
Dear Branden, I'm sorry I haven't written to you in a while. I have thought about you every day and will continue to do so always. I wish you knew, I mean I hope you know how much I love and miss you. It is still so hard. I don't think it will ever get any easier. You are the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love you always, Tashina
Candy Weisse
June 5, 2008
Branden
I think of you daily, I feel your presence, its hard to waite to see you again. But I am postive I will! Summer is almost here one of the seasons you were so busy with going to the river with your sister and friends. Camping, we will be planning our Hells Gate trip again this summer, its all about thinking of you. We had a good time last summer. I talked to Chad he takes Emma to the cemetery all the time, she runs from your head stone to the street and back again, They also put flowers from their yard in your vase, and lay in the grass close to you. I miss you Branden, Sierra is taking her written exam to be able to drive. I known you wanted to do that with her. I know you will be their anyway! Love and kisses mom!
Phyllis Rasmussen
June 3, 2008
Sweetheart, keep bearing with us, okay? We need you and your love everyday!
Gram
Jasmine Rehling
June 1, 2008
My brother, I miss you more then words can say, Its not getting any easer I Cry lots, Please help me get through my life if you can....It is so hard with out you, I Love you.
Phyllis Rasmussen
April 16, 2008
Branden,
Thanks for the, "Gram! when I get out of zink!"
Love, Gram
Candy Rehling
April 10, 2008
Branden
The sun is out today and my thoughts have been full of vision, and memories of you. I miss you so much its hurts. Your sister is playing softball and still is having a hard time. Please watch out for her. I know Jesus is. I pray daily to try to find some meaning for all the pain our family his endured. My question would be as every ones elses why us. What is your plan for us? I have and interview today with the county. I hope it goes well, I need to move forward. I can not waite for the day when see each other again! This world is hard! I love you mom
Phyllis Rasmussen
March 30, 2008
Dear Branden,
This morning we had breakfast at Home Town, Becki, your Mom, Jas, Nolan, Sierra, GP and I. It was nice.
Then GP and I went looking for TVs the one you wanted has given up it has ghosts and draws down from the top and up from the bottom making a bow tie.
We have the same troubles we always have can't find what we want, Ha! Remember you said, "I'll go and get you one!" You never have much trouble with getting things done.
I am thinking of your picture reading "Where the Red Fern Grows" in Napa. How wonderful it was to get your letter and that picture! I am so proud of you!
What a wonderful person you are! I miss your hugs, your kindness and intelligence.
Until we get together again,
Love you BIG Gram
Casandra Kress
March 28, 2008
Hey Branden,
Everyday I think about you because I wish you were here and I miss you alot. I wish that I could see your face again. I don't have to much to say but I miss you and love you Branden...
Casandra Kress
March 26, 2008
Hey Branden, I miss you so much everyday I think about you. I wish you were here. You were so fun, I really miss your smile. I never got to really say goodbye no one really got to say goodbye. Well you wil see everyone again. Everyone really misses you I wish you coud come back forever but it will happen one day love u.
Candy Weisse
March 25, 2008
Branden
I have felt your spirt with me all week. I know you have felt my pain. Your old freind James has came back into our life after 13 years. I wish you were here to give him your love, I no he misses you so much! Watch out over him he is in a lot of pain! Your sister has also been hurting, I no she misses you. Sierra will be back this weekend on Sunday. I have prayed for answers, I hope their will be a turn around for all of us. So much sadness. The seasons are changing, I had a couple of old cameras of yours I had developed, You took a picture off the most beautiful sunset. I love it! Their were also pictues of you and your younger sister. I miss you so much! I think of you daily! Love you Mom
Phyllis Rasmussen
March 23, 2008
Dear Branden,
Today is Easter once again. It is full of memories of you and our family. I remember how much fun I had being the Rabbit and leaving gifts on porches after knocking and running fast. You went with me some. Then when you stayed here hanging gifts on your door knob.
Well today I am being a Rabbit again and I am leaving bigs hugs, some kisses and an overflowing basket of love for you. I am sending them express to where you are!
Love Gram
Casandra Kress
March 22, 2008
Hey Branden, I miss you everyday I wish you were here it would be so fun with you here. Everyday people think about you and they always do. I wish you could come back to everyone we all miss you very much. You were so funny and sweet. One day you will see everyone again no matter what. And you are always with everyone in their hearts. You will always be in mine no matter what happens. Branden you were a cool neighbor and you always had some type a work for me to do and help you out with. I remember this one time when u had me clean out your truck for money there will be memorries forever. Love You Branden
Phyllis Rasmussen
March 15, 2008
Dearest Grandson,
This world is so lonely without you! Yes, there is more family and I love them. But you always heard what I said and gave me wonderful feedback. Didn't we have indepth conversations about the world and people?
The Clam Beach run was so amazing this year. Pouring down rain and 22 people still out there giving there all. Randy, Edna & Mandy made it to the river and then walked down the side road to the end. Randy said, I have to do this for Branden! He also mentioned how much you taught him as he was growing up.
Your Mom has graduated from a Correctional Officers school at CR. I am very proud of her and so is Pops. it was very diffucult physically and mentally. Jasmine is back at school also and maintaining her job.
Me I am finally getting some direction and strength for myself. I believe you are lending a helping hand, like always. Thanks Branden
I love you,
Gram
Krissy aiton
March 14, 2008
Hey Branden,
It's krissy I really miss you u were so fun. I wish u were here with all of us. I hope u come back one day to see all of us love u Branden.
R.I.P. Branden
Krissy Aiton
Casandra kress
March 13, 2008
Hey Branden,
Everyone want's you here so bad I wish you would be here with everyone. You were so nice and sweet all the time. I leave you comments on your myspace for you i love you Branden you were so kind R.I.P.
Love ya Casandra Kress
Candy Weisse
March 10, 2008
Branden
Their is so much to tell you! Since I can only tell you through this entry, I will. I have finished school last March 7th, 2008. It was harder than I thought it would be. But I did it! I am really pleased, now I need to get a job.We had a memorial for your Grandpa John on March 8th, there were not very many people just close family.Your dad was their, and said a prayer, he surprises me, he is so kind. Donna continues to be a great support, they make a great team. On Sat. moring Jasmine and I went to Safeway to get some chips and stuff for Grandapa's memorial and as we were in the check out line. I hear Jasmine saying is that you James, and it was him it has been about 12 or 13 years since we have seen him. His first question was where is Branden? Jasmine replied he died. Its was very sad! We got to spend some time with him, we watched videos and talked of old times. He was here because his dad is ill. I wish you were here!
Your Grandpa died on Feb, 5th my birthday, the nurse called me and told me that dad said Get me up I want to died and he went peacefully. I no you already no these things but it better for me to put them in writing, Grandma and I are still doing genealogy. So now I'll continue Feb.7th of the same week Uncle Butch died. He was very ill, this is all so hard on mom, all of us. I was attending school at this time. It made it hard to keep my focus. Your older brother is still struggling with his divorce, Jazz is still moving forward and your little sister is still having lots of troubles.My grand kids are growing like weeds Emma still wonders about you I'll never let her forget how special you were and if you could you would be here now. Some day we will be able to share again in person.I miss you everyday, sometimes I feel you with me, you send little messages. God is with you,Keeping watching out for us! I love you Mom!
Candy Weisse
February 3, 2008
Branden
Today is Feb 3,2008 yesterday we completed the Clam Beach run in your honor. It rained so hard and Little River was flowing fast and up to my waste. It did not stop raining a drop your sisters your dad and many family members and friends continued on some of them only made it to the river side and of course the rest of us crossed. It was so cold, I could feel you pushing me on. We had our memorial shirts on, black this year with red letters. You would have been proud and I know you are. I felt you pushing me along.I miss you son. Your sister told me she had a dream that you were always in the car with me while I drive, thanks for the message I know you are. I reach out and hold your hand sometimes. Thank You! I love you! Mom
Candy Weisse
January 27, 2008
Branden
I am sitting at Grandma's and the snow has been falling since 2:00 I know you would have already been heading up on the mountain to be in the snow! It is so beatiful! I miss you so much. I am enrolled in school, I am going to try to become a correctional officer. I know you would say go for it mom with a big smile on your face! I am doing this to better myself and everyone around me. This next weekend is the clam beach run,we are doing it every year in your honor, it does not seem like you have been gone for a year. It feels like yesterday. I am still waiting for you to come home. The snow flakes are huge and I feel you right beside me. Their has been so much change. My dad is very ill, I know you will be waiting for him when its time for him to come home!He says Jesus is not quite through with his room yet! This is so hard, I miss you, I don't understand why it has to bee like this, but their are so many familes that are going through this loss. Pray for us, and watch out for us. I love you Branden! Mom
Phyllis Rasmussen
December 31, 2007
Dear grandson,
what beautiful letters your sister Jasmine, Tashina and your mother wrote.
You are so loved! I don't think you knew how much. But then do any of us?
It is the last day of 2007, it amazes me we made it without you. I don't know really how we did.
Thank you for staying close. It has been so helpful, I love the words, "I am here Gram." They get me through tough times, as you know.
I know I told you how very proud I am of how hard you worked at Haughton. You accomplished more than most did. But I want to remind you again. We should of had a party to celebrate what you accomplished when you came home!
I put your picture reading on the porch at the school in this years calendar. When I read your letter to me about "Where the Red Fern Grows" it brought back those wonderful memories.
We are still proud of the teaching you did while there. You helped kids the long time teachers couldn't help because you understood where the kids were coming from and how they felt. Bravo! Branden! Bravo!
Love you BIG gram
ps I am trying to do what you sugested with my paintings.
Tashina Barnett
December 30, 2007
"As I sit here, I think about the past and I wonder why life doesn't last. I look back and see your face, I touch your hand, I watch you move at your gentle pace. I see your smile, I hear your laugh, I want to know why it wont last. It might not have always shown, but my love has only grown. My love is strong, as strong as fire, and my love for you shall never tire. I close my eyes and see your face, I watch you move with quiet grace. I love your laugh, your eyes so bright, when you would smile they would shine like moonlight. I wish I could say how much I care, but I go to tell you and you are not there. I seem to forget that you are not around, I keep thinking you're here, safe and sound. Then I realize, you're not here. My mind becomes fogged, so unclear. This is not real, it is only a dream, soon I'll wake up, then my mind starts to scream. It is not a dream, you are truly gone, but my love for you is still so strong. It might not have always shown, but my love for you has only grown. My love is strong, as strong as fire, and my love for you shall never tire." I love you so much and wish you were here even more. I don't know how to truly express how much I love and miss you or how different my life has been without you, but I do and it has.
Love you always,
Tashina
Candy Weisse
December 28, 2007
Branden
Here I am again trying to sign your guest book. I am not sure when it will close. I feel as if maybe I am sending you a letter, I feel closer to you with this guest book. Your little sister is with your brother in Santa Rosa she rode the bus down their, she will be back in a few days.Its hard to deal with each day this month because last year replays like a movie. I still want to tap on the wall between the bedrooms to here your tap back! I look for your car parked in the yard. Your mess in the kitchen, peanut butter and jelly drippings all the way back to your room where you went to eat. The large ice cream containers,strawberry cheese short cake your favorite. I miss those things. Your last words to me! Ill be right back I am still waiting for you and always will! You were a special kind and understanding young man. I love you Branden, forever Mom
Camping Hell Gate
December 27, 2007
Emma, Branden and Mom
December 27, 2007
ClamBeach Run
December 27, 2007
Memorial Party
December 27, 2007
Blue Lake Bridge
Jasmine Rehling
December 27, 2007
Dear Branden,
I never thought I would ever have to help plan your fueneral. It has been a Year and you left us so quick. We had no chance to say Good bye. The day you passed was like a bad Dream and still is. It has been so hard it still feels the same I remember the Phone call from Sierra, she was scraming, I went to the corners office and heald your hand and hugged you. You were still warm. I did not want to let you go or even belave it was true. The look on your face was sad. But I knew you would never be sad or un happy again. God decided to take you to a better place. I had to tell myself. We saw you another time at the funeral home they dressed you in the clothes we picked out. Mom and I went to the mall and bought you some new shoes it was so sad. We decided to bring you home for the wake I stayed sobor until you left that day. I thought you would be proud. You had lots of friends stop by. Mom was glad to have you home one last time but sad to no you would not be back only in spirit. I can only talk about those days sometimes. Most of the time it hurts to bad. We all had so many decisions to make it caused a lot of frowning and pointing fingers. But we all mananged to pull it togther and try and make the right decisions on how you would of wanted it to be. We burried you in a Redwood casket because you worked in the mill. Thanks Gp & Gm Rasmussen. We decided to burry you at Ocean View it is a nice place I remember going there when we where little. You and I would walk down there and just look around. It also has an Ocean view. You loved the ocean. Everytime I see the Ocean or any weather Change I hear you say Lets go to the Beach, River, Snow anything outdoors you were always doing something. We have done lots in your memory. Starting 07 with Throwing the left over funeral flowers over the Bridge, The Clam Beach Run, A memorial party at the E&O, A gathering for your Birthday. And to end the Year another gathering at E&O with a Slide show I made of your life. In the middle of all that Lots of stops at the cematary and lots and lots of tears throughout the year. I miss you so much all I have is our memories together and everything you have taught me. I love you always and forever. You are my Brother and best friend. Always in my Heart. Jasmine
Candy Weisse
December 26, 2007
Branden
It is now Dec.26, 2007 xmas was sad, it will never be the same! These days are just like yesterday very painful.We are all trying, your big sister made a tribute to you that we played at the E&O their was so many of your freinds and love ones there.This month is a painful month, with many other factors to destroy what little faith I have left.Please be with your brother and sisters they need you so much. God seems so far away!
I have a tune that keeps playing in my head all day, in the Arms Of A Angel one of my freinds sang it at the funeral. It plays over and over in my head. When I wake in the morning my thoughts are about you the wreck,I cant sleep. These thoughts never leave, I am trying to heal to find some sort of relief, but its not happening. I love you and miss you so much Branden. Our bond was so strong. I miss you kid. I will be looking forward to the day we see each other again.Its hard to wait! Mom
jennifer larkins
December 25, 2007
Thinking of you. We're having a good Christmas, but miss you so much. I can't even begin to imagine how your family feels. I know you're watching over them. Please ask god to give them strength and comfort during this dificult time.
Jennifer Rehling
December 25, 2007
Branden, My little boy Trenton turned one yesterday and its been one year already that we have missed you soo on his birthday i will always remember you i know we didnt see each other much but you are still in my heart well i miss you
B D
December 23, 2007
On my way to work I grabbed a necklace from my jewelry box and saw the ring you gave me. I thought of you today and smiled.
Clancy Harris
December 20, 2007
Branden, I can't believe it's almost been a year since you were so tragically taken from this life. The hurt inside feels the same as it did when you left, I don't know if that will ever change, I just want you to know how blessed I feel to have been a part of you're life and you a part of mine. You are so loved and so missed. You have left us with so many great memories that will be cherished forever. Keep watching over your family, I'm sure you know how much they need you. I love you Branden, and will miss you forever! Got your quarters, thanks. Your friend forever, Clancy - Jasmine, Candy, Sierra, Steve - I love you guys! Stay strong
Jasmine Rehling
December 18, 2007
If tears could build a stairway, and memories were a lane, I would walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. No farewell words were spoken no time to say goodbye you were gone before I knew it, and only god knows why, Your life was cut to short, My heart still aches in sadness and secret tears still flow. What it meant to lose you no one will ever know. I love you and miss you so much you will always be my best friend. FOREVER IN MY HEART, Your sister.
Bernadette Rehling/Lawson
December 18, 2007
Branden,
My heart goes out to all of the family and friends that you have touched in your life. Branden I just wanted you to know that my grandson (Trenton J. Rehling/Willis) was born the day that god took you; so everytime I think of my grandson I think of you and I wish for him to be just like you. From all the heart warming entries from your friends and family you truely were and will be one of a kind. God Bless
Jasmine Rehling
December 17, 2007
I miss you so much I cry for you day and night. This time of year hurts. I wish so much we could have you in our life again. But I do think you for all the great memories we have had together. You had and will always have a big impact on my life. I think about you all the time. I love you Bro!
Candy Weisse
December 16, 2007
Branden
Today it hurts so bad,the tears just keep falling. I read so many wonderful things your freinds and other family members have to say to you and my heart breaks. Today is a cold windy day and I know your thoughts would be to round up freinds and go to the snow. Your last snow trip you took your little sister and got stuck up their. You gave me a phone call. To tell me that you got your sister a safe ride home, and you would be home soon. Sierra said she had so much fun. You took some good pictures that we treasure. Sierra has them hung on her wall.B my heart is breaking, I have not put up a tree yet. Last year you put up one for me that I bought and we thought I looked funny you smiled and took it back down. So I bought another one once again put it up. You had half of my lights up around the house for me, little things you did without me asking. When you brought home the bag of xmas presents, you said sis, mom could one of you wrap these for me. I said sure. Your were so giving, I heard after your passing you had given one of your girl freinds $100.00 so she could by present for her family. I miss you Branden. Mom
Brooke Dearman
December 14, 2007
Grams house was like a warm, safe, loving feeling for all of us growing up. I know how much you loved and respected gm and gp. I remember giving you a ring at the dining room table for christmas. We were young, dumb and full of love. I was all embarassed because I thought everyone would think of my gift as too much for us. I had a dream with you in it. Jazzy and your mom were there. We were in the Reasor rd. house hangin out like nothing. I felt like I wanted to stay in the dream however, I woke up. Thank god, or whatever it is, that made things the way they were. I love that you were in my life.
Phyllis Rasmussen
December 14, 2007
Dearest Branden,
Today the tears want to flow! then I remember how much you loved Christmas even if it sometimes disapointed you. So I have a tree up (small) and am thinking of your smile and the joy you shared for this holiday and am infusing myself with that.
I just read some of your friends messages in this book and am so glad you are my grandson. You gave so much love to them and us!! Geez (one of your expressions) we are lucky to have you!
Love you BIG grandson, Gram
Jessica Hoyerdahl
December 13, 2007
Branden, I miss you. Words cannot describe how much I miss you. December 24th is coming so soon, I wish I could will time to go backwards. I still can't believe you're not here with us...my heart won't let me believe you're gone. Your family's having such a hard time, I wish I could take all their pain away. I know you can hear all of us talking to you..I hope you know how much you meant to this world. The day you passed the world lost a great man! You'll always be in my heart and soul Branden, I love you so so much!
Nolan Gomes
December 12, 2007
Hey Bro, its still weird hangin out with your family and not seeing you around to b.s. about the ol' muddin' days. You always used to tell me crazy stories about how you would mob out there at the river bar. I wish we could have had the chance to go out and rip it up together. Man, I don't even know how to put it into words how much i wish we could have done that. I'm still lookin out for your little sister like I told you I would. There are so many other things I wish you could have been here for, like your sister's parties, times since you've gone that I've gone out muddin' or even just someone to talk to about life. I know that it's going to be rough at this time for your family and I hope that they all know that I am here for them. Just sit up there and wait for me because I'll see you again someday and we will get the chance to catch up on things and go out muddin'. Much Love Bro!!!! And I miss you!!!
Phyllis Rasmussen
December 12, 2007
Dear Branden,
It is December again! Last December was a difficult time, but we didn't know how hard it was going to get until the 24th.
Our last conversation was short but full of love! I hear us again after me asking if you had gotten your car. A few more words and we said, "I love you Branden!, I love you Gram!" I am very thankful we had that short talk because five days later was the 24th!
Your inspiration has helped me through this year! Thank you Grandson. Gram
Nolan Gomes
December 12, 2007
Hey man, It's been almost been a year and every time I drive down that road I think about the times we used to sit and talk about your trucks and the mobbin' you did. I wish we could have had the chance to go out and do that. I might have only known you for a short time but until we hang out again I wont forget you. Rest in peace Bro. I'll see you again someday.
Candy Weisse
December 9, 2007
Branden,
Today is Sunday December 9th, Compasionate Friends are having a candle lighting ceremony all over the world for those who have lost their children or family member. I dont know for sure if I am going but I will be lighting a candle for you. It feels like a count down of days since you left home on December 24, 2006 to never return. I am suppose to think of you happy else where but I am selfish and I want you back! I miss you my heart still broken, Life will never be the same love you! Mom
Jasmine Rehling
December 6, 2007
Every time I come to this sight I still can't beleave it is true. I miss you so much. It has almost been a year and it tears me up inside. I went to North Dakota last week with Emma so she could meet everyone. She had lots of fun. Everyone expressed there feelings for the loss of you. We talked about memories of you when you where little and we went to visit. It makes me cry. It is hard to think you are not going to be home for Christmas. You were always home. I don't want Dec 24 to come it is so hard to not cry. Steve is going through so much. I know you are with us all. But I wish I could HUG you one last time. You will always be in my thoughts and memories. I love you Bro. Until we see eachother again.
Heather Sheffield
December 5, 2007
Branden, You will truly be missed by so many and were always a joy to be around. You always lent a helping hand and were never mean or cross. I'll always remember you with a smileon your face. Your friends, Heather and Jonn
JR & Jennifer Larkins
December 5, 2007
It's not getting any easier, we still miss you so much, and think of you all the time. You always made us laugh. Thank you for being a true friend, thank you for always being there. Thank you for just being Branden! You touched so many lives, you'll never be forgotten, and you'll always be loved and missed. love ya lots
Candy Weisse
November 26, 2007
Branden, I miss you everyday, since you have been gone. Life seems to be getting tuffer! Their are more problems than I think any family should have to go through. I feel you with me everyday. Every thing I think about brings on memories. Good memories.We have done so many things together! We had a wonderful Thanksgiving except special ones were missing! Jazz cooked she did a great job. Your neice when we sat down at the table started to cry and said I miss Branden, so grandam said a special prayer with hands held at the table, it was very nice. Last Thanksgiving your smilling face was with us although you were not feeling well I still have a special thoughts of that day.When the sun shines I feel you, We it rains I feel you, When I look at the moon, I see you. I am trying so hard. I MISS YOU MOM!
Phyllis Rasmussen
November 25, 2007
Dearest one,
Yesterday the 24th of November made 11 months since you went to get extra Christmas presents.
I miss your physical presence your wonderful heart felt hugs, and talking with you about everything, world events and life.
We didn't get to celebrate your sucess at Haughton. You met the challenge, won and helped others. What an acheivement!
You are a remarkable person.
Love you BIG, gram
Micole Anderson
November 24, 2007
My Dear friend, i have just found out recently that you have moved to the other side of the sun. I always enjoyed seeing you come into chevron, you always did put a smile on my face:)... and now that u have moved on i seem to miss you, and everything i remember of you will now float through my mind like a memory catching a wave. Take good care of everyone, and stay in touch with those who touched your life with love. Miss you buddie!!!! till then......
Jennifer Larkins
November 24, 2007
Missing you. I hope you know how much you are loved and missed. Thank you for all of the wonderfull memories.
Love ya, Jen
Phyllis Rasmussen
November 5, 2007
Dear Grandson,
Last night I was outside with the puppy looking at the stars and remembering how much you love nature, stars, sunsets, ocean, rivers and the snow! You have given me greater awareness of all these things. You also gave me your friends to love. All of them are so good to us, what wonderful gifts I have from you!!
Love you so much,
Gram
b dearman
November 4, 2007
Your spirit is felt within so many, because you were such an individual with a life force that actually rocked people to their core. We always had a connection where when we talked to each other the world disappeared. I think of you often, I talk to you often. I pray that you know how much you were loved.
Candy Weisse
November 3, 2007
Branden
I love you so much, I have signed your guess book, two times before this, and they are not publishing my thoughts to you! What I have written about is it is now November 3, 2007. I just came from the cemetary were the sun was shinning so bright and their were beautiful red flowers your colors you loved so much! I am still waiting for your picture to be put on your head stone. It should be any day. Xmas is going to be so hard this years and years to follow without you. But I truly feel your spirt with me most of the time. You help keep me grounded.Branden you will always be my baby boy know matter how old you had be come. I see you knee moving all the times because sometimes you could not sit still, I see your smile and you always had something to say! Watch down on us things are getting tuff. I love you son! Mom
Phyllis Rasmussen
October 31, 2007
Dear Branden,
Emma was just here in her costume trick or treating. She is a interesting young person.
I miss your physical present but value your warm loving spirit. Thank you for being close, it has and is helping me more than I can say in words. Big Love, Gram
Candy Weisse
October 31, 2007
Branden
Today is the last day of October, 2007. Life is getting harder.It will be so hard comming up on your one year mark since you have left us so soon! It hurts my heart so much, I can hardley breath. I have so much more respect for others whom have lost their children. I remember that you watched the news all the time, you were so much more informed than me about the war and the loss of lifes. It just does not seem fair that we should loose our children. I know you are with us all, please stay close we will need those memories of the wonderful loving person you are.I need your spirt with me so I can hold on tightly! Love mom
Jasmine Rehling
October 30, 2007
I really wish I could talk to you. Life is so difficult. If it is not one thing it is another. I try to keep busy but it is not enuf. I miss you so much. I want to go to the river but I want to go with you. Mom said I could have your Ford when I get some money I am goint to fix it up and go wheeling just like you taught me. Even though you laugh when I got stuck. I would give everything I have. To have you be with us today. There is so much that remindes me of you I think about you all the time. Always in my HEART. Your little sis.
Jennifer & JR Larkins
October 25, 2007
Branden, I hope heavan has sweet trucks, mud, fast cars and beautiful women. If so then we know you're havin' a blast. We love you and miss you so much.
Candy Weisse
October 24, 2007
Branden today is November 24th you left us ten months ago, my heart is broken, I think about you all day long and miss you so much! These hoildays comming up are going to be the hardest ever, our family has always been so close! If you're looking down on us please hold all of us together, we need God and you to watch out for us. I love you son, Our meeting together in heaven will be what I am looking forward to. It's hard to wait, miss and love you soooooooooo! much mom!
Candy Weisse
October 16, 2007
Today is raining your thought would be lets go to the river bar and rip it up. And you would bring your truck back so muddy and with a good story to, of how you would have to pull someone out that got stuck! I miss those days, and I miss you! Your freinds have all been so kind to me. They keep that connection that we all have had for so long. I guess you would call them your possie. They are great! Clam Beach picture came out and it looks really good. I can't waite until this next years run. I know you will be with us! Love Mom
Jennifer Larkins
October 15, 2007
There are so many wonderfull things to say about Branden, I don't know where to start. He was loved so much by so many people. Branden had such a wonderfull personality, and a heart of gold. Although we had our ups and downs through the years, I always considered him a true friend. Even if we weren't on speaking terms, I always knew that if I ever really needed something Branden was just a phone call away, and I know he felt the same way about me. I have so many wonderful memories of Branden, the one that always makes me laugh is, when we were drivin' down the road, talking and laughing having fun and he said "you're too nice, you need to argue more lets argue!" so he picked a topic and we argued & argued, it was so much fun. I see him in my dreams & I truely feel that he is at peace, we'll all see him again someday.
Candy, Jazz, Sierra, Steve, Liz, Jim & Phyllis, I love you all so much and you really are in my thoughts and prayers.
Phyllis Rasmussen
October 14, 2007
Dear Branden,
Last Tuesday was your birthday! We wished you a happy birthday and sent many warm hugs and kisses your way! It is hard to believe it has been another year since I called and wished you, "Happy Birthday". We talked awhile and I tried to figure out what to give you from the things you said.
Thank you for always being with me, it is a a great gift.
Love you BIG, GM
Candy Weisse
October 13, 2007
My baby boy, Branden I remember that day you were born your dad and I were so happy. You brought such joy to our lifes. As time moved on you grew into a young man, with so many great.qualitites.You touched so many. Kind gentle and always their when you were needed. Your Birthday was filled with love by your freinds and family, you were in every ones thoughts. We lit a candle in a cup cake at one of your of your favorite places and toasted you.Tashina let off ballons at the river bar.You picture was in the paper with thoughts from each family member. So many people did some things special for you. This is so hard! I miss you so much! We all do, I feel you in the sun the wind and in the rain. The Clam Beach picture will be out on Monday the 15th, We will all be runing that Clam Beach run again in your honor,I hope someone in our group will be able to beat your time of one hour and fifteen minutes. Can't waite to see you again your mom! I love you!
Diana Jefferson
October 7, 2007
Dearest Branden:
I still find it hard to believe that you are no longer with us. I have loved you for many years and I still love you very much. When I heard of the tragedy that took you home so soon I remembered holding you in my arms when you were small with an ear infection. We cuddled and watched TV together while everyone else in the family went to church. I wish I could comfort Jasmine now the way I did you at that time. You will be missed by many who loved you and you will be in our hearts forever until we are united with you once again. I'm thankful that I was able to help raise you. I love you so much my sweet boy!
Phyllis Rasmussen
October 4, 2007
Dearest Branden,
Life will not be complete until we are together again.
We are finishing the painting on your house for you. You did a wonderful job painting and repairing the outside walls. Joey is helping and a young man named Josh. Lavona also worked on the front wall repairs and other places. I know you will like it when it is finished.
Keep talking to me love, I sure need to feel you close, and it helps!
BIG love, Gram
Candy Weisse
September 27, 2007
Branden
Yesterday your brother and Garret came up to vist. It was so nice to see them. I had missed him so much. We worked on the garage a little bit cleaning out junk, that you would have thought about keeping! You thought every thing you had might have use. I miss you so much! Your birthday is comming up soon, it will be very hard for us all. I got a call from your sister on the way home from dinner saying look at the moon. It was that biggest moon I had seen in a long time. I know you would have called also for me to look at it, Maybe it was for us, from you. Nothing the same without you. If I could have just one more minute with you to say how much I love you. and need you I would give anything! Mom
Tashina Barnett
September 26, 2007
I wish you were here. I have so much to say and am not sure how to say it. It has been 9 months already. I always thought we would be the same old Tashina & Branden till the age of...forever! My life is not the same without you. I miss you so much. I have so much to tell you. I cannot wait until the day I get to see you again. Thank you for coming to see me in my dreams. The other night I had a dream that we were lying on my bed talking about everything & nothing like we always did. (I think we even argued like we always did) ;) It felt so good & so real when I woke up. It was like you were really there. I can never find all the right words to express how much I miss you. But I do, more than you could ever imagine. I think about you everyday. I miss you so much & love you even more. Until next time...Love, Tashina
Jasmine Rehlinh
September 24, 2007
Today is 9mo I miss you so much I wish I could hug you one last time. Your death has been so hard for me and alot of people you where so loved by so many you will never be forgotten. I love you Branden.
mychelle finlay
September 14, 2007
this time last year you and jaz came down to sac to see me right before my b day next week. That was the last time i saw you. I really wish I would of known it would be the last.There's so much more I would of said.
Candy Weisse
September 10, 2007
I am signing this guess book, because I miss you so much Branden. I have been really sad the last few days. I keep signing this guess book and it does not show my entry! We have had a long hard summer if you could call it that! I love you much! mom
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