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for Brandon Hefty
Tia Hegi
June 25, 2022
It´s been so many years and you still cross my mind. Wondering who you´d be now as an adult. Will never forget my polar bear best friend.
Alyssa Hernandez
June 24, 2007
Brandon never said anything wrong to anyone. He always had a smile, and i will never forget that. He always had a joke to tell, and he never did anything wrong. We will miss him. He was a good friend to all of us. I am deeply sorry for the families loss, and i want them to know that everyone who knew him loved him, will always miss him. He is gone but never forgotten. R.I.P Brandon
Coach Bret
June 19, 2007
Brandon was on our little league team a couple years ago. I was one of the coaches. The first day, he came right up to me and introduced himself. He played left field many times, and I would always say "Brandon you need to run in and back up the play at 3rd", and he did --- every single time from that point on. He came ready to work at every practice, and you could tell he loved being there. We had a losing season that year (1-19) but I never saw anything but a smile on his face.
It's not often that you meet an 11-year old that will take the initiative that he did. I've never met another kid like him, and the world is a better place because he was in it, however briefly. My prayers go out to you and your family.
a parent
June 19, 2007
I just want to say how sorry I am about your loss! My daughter goes to rainier and knew brandon, all of the kids have really been affected by this and the candlelight vigil was a great way for all of the kids to come together to remember the great times they all had with Brandon! I remember Brandon when he went to Hazelwood elem as I use to work there! He was a very special kid and you all are in my prayers!
Emily minton
June 18, 2007
Brandon was the best friend anyone could possibly ever have and being his friend was like haveing a light always there shinning on me his smile made was like an angel's as giving as the sun on a warm summers day I miss you brandon and everything /you ever did for me
Kevette Smargiassi
June 16, 2007
It was my pleasure and honor to have Brandon in my math class. Brandon loved everyone and everyone loved Brandon. His infectious smiles warmed everyone along with his kind deeds, such as always giving paper and pencils to those students without. We have lost a wonderful individual, but The Good Lord has gained another Angel. Our prayers are with you, especially Brandon's Big Sister. God Bless
Melissa H.
June 6, 2007
I knew Brandon ever since he moved to Auburn.We both had the same class in 5th grade.We were good friends and always got along.I didn't have any classes with him in 6th and 7th grade.But i would always see him in my P.E class. When i would come by my friend Dakota's house he would come outside too.We would skate down the hill by your house or pass the football back and forth. He told me about the presidents concert.He must of had a great time. Well, I'm really sorry about what happened to Brandon.He will never be forgotten.
Judy Jarvits
June 5, 2007
I was fortunate to have Brandon in my class a few years ago at Point Defiance Elementary School. He was a kind, caring, energetic first grader who had many friends. I have some very special memories of Brandon. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Hendricks
June 5, 2007
We just heard of your loss and are very sorry. My son attended Rainier middle school with Brandon before we moved to New York. Though I dont know him very well. my son Knew him and said he was always kind and friendly. He will be missed.
Jeff and Kathy Borgens
June 4, 2007
Our family is very sorry for your tragic loss of Brandon and our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Derick VeraCruz
June 2, 2007
Brandon all though i didn't know u a whole lot...im still very sorry....i give my condolences to Brandon's family
Acid Ikno
June 2, 2007
Brandon, you made all of our lives better, its made my life a hole now that your gone, but now your with god. R.I.P.
Marvin Holland and Teresa Mason
June 2, 2007
We are very sorry for your unspeakable loss. It is obvious Brandon was a much-loved young man who touched many people in his all-too-short life.
Mario Morin
June 2, 2007
Hey, you might not remember me but this is a good friend that lived down the street from the Hefty Family.
Donna Schmieder
June 2, 2007
It was not my pleasure to know this fine boy, but my condolences go out to his family and friends. What a dreadful loss for the entire community.
kerrich nicholson
June 1, 2007
dude brandon im srry u died
a friend
June 1, 2007
Dear Brandon Hefty, I miss you with all my hart. You may be gone but your memories will always remain in our hearts. I know for a fact that your spirt and thoughts will never die. I miss you.
The Knecht family
June 1, 2007
We will always remember Brandon's bright blue eyes, his terrific sense of humor, and especially, his kind and gentle heart. There are no words to express our sorrow. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Jeanine Packard
June 1, 2007
I did not know the family or Brandon, but I work at Valley Medical Center, same as Brandon's mom. I am so sorry about the loss of your child. I can't imagine the loss you are feeling. My thoughts are with all of you.
Jeanine Packard MRI
K Howard
June 1, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. Although I do not know you personally my son attends Rainier and this has impacted us deeply. Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
sheila kline
May 31, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lindsey Bowers
May 31, 2007
You might not remember me but, you worked with my mom, Melissa Bowers. I'm her daughter, Lindsey, and i am so sorry for your loss. I wish I'd met him. I feel for you. Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Brianna Marrelli
May 31, 2007
Hello Hefty Family,
Iam very sorry for your loss.I dont know if you have seen me around but I live up the street from you and your son and my brother Zachary hang out some times.But I just want you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
TIA BURTON
May 31, 2007
YOU WILL STAY IN MY PRAYER AND IN MY HEART. I WILL MISS YOU.I REMEMBER SWINGING ON THE SWINGS AT PT.DEFIANCE IN THE FOURTH GRADE. MR WILLIAMS CLASS.I HAVE THE PICTURES OF YOU WE TOOK DURING SPIRIT WEEK. I KNOW YOU ARE IN HEAVEN LOOKING DOWN ON US UNTIL WE ME AGAIN MY FRIEND.
abbie johnson
May 30, 2007
i knew Brandon from school, we both went to rainer middle school i did not know him very well but still it was a tragic loss. i send love and prayers to his family.
Anna Whitford
May 30, 2007
I tutored Brandon as a first grader when he attended Pt. Defiance and we were working together when we had that big earthquake six years ago. I told him we were "earthquake buddies" and everytime the subject of the earthquake came up, I would think of him. Brandon made a great impression on me and I can tell he made a wonderful impression on everybody else he met. I would like Brandon's family to know how very sorry I am. I have been, and will continue to pray for Brandon.
Christi Bolduc
May 30, 2007
To Brandons family,
I along with my family offer to you our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time..we live close to you and feel connected in the way that we too have children and all the neighborhood boys play ball in our cul de sac regularly so the shock hits us as well.....Please accept our condolences and prayers......may your wonderful and warm memories lift you up through this time......
Christi and Greg Bolduc, Gregory (bub) and Erica
Betty and Alan Little
May 30, 2007
I'am so sorry at the loss of your wonderful Son.I meet him only twice with Tanya,But heard so many stories about her "little brothers"Brandon had a sweet smile.I wish their were words that could ease your pain.May God keep you all in his loving arms.All of you will continue to be in our prayers.God Bless and keep you !!
Michelle Wittmier
May 30, 2007
I do not know you, however I pray for you and your family in this time of loss. It is very difficult to hear trageties involving children. I pray for your strength and courage to face what is ahead. Remember god promises we will all reunite very soon. God Bless you
V Hudson
May 30, 2007
We were deeply sadden to hear about the loss of your son, though we did not personally know Brandon,my son also attends Rainer,the pain of losing a young one is something all parents can feel, your family was in my prayers from the moment I heard.
My God wrap his loving arms around you all and comfort you at this time and always.
Phyllis Achenbach
May 30, 2007
Rosie and family, my prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
Jasen and Bobbie Dunn
May 30, 2007
You will forever be in our hearts.
Tauni Ness
May 30, 2007
It is so hard to lose someone you love so much. Although there are no words to take away the sadness you feel, we all care very deeply about you and all that you are going through. Our hearts are with you now and always.
The Ness Family
Ronda Gracy
May 30, 2007
Paul & family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dave & Barb Sparling
May 30, 2007
Our love and prayers are with you.
Dave & Barb Sparling
Clinton Metcalf
May 30, 2007
We are very sorry for your great loss, our children have been touched by your sons friendship and kindness. We will continue to pray for your family as you go through this time.
Clinton, Sandra, Daniel & Olivia.
The Metcalf Family.
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