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Brandon Mitchell Obituary

Brandon Gary Mitchell, born on June 27, 1986 in Colorado Springs and went home to be with the Lord on August 20, 2010 in Colorado Springs due to complications from Diabetes. He was the son of Kristin Mitchell and Dean Mitchell. Brandon had an endearing heart for animals and an interest in classic cars; his most prized possession was his fully restored 1970 Camero, which he enjoyed taking to car shows. Brandon worked for and supported his family business, Western Drain. As a child Brandon enjoyed playing baseball and racing quarter midgets. Brandon was a fun, loving, young man who loved his family and friends with all his heart. Brandon is preceded in death by his grandmother, Donna Johnson and survived by his parents, Kristin Mitchell, Dean and Donna Mitchell; sister, Tara Mitchell; brother, Casey Fernau; grandparents, Gary Johnson, Theo & Terry Chambers, Gary & Joan Mitchell, George & Betty Evanoika as well as many uncles, aunts and cousins. Services will be held on Thursday, August 26th, 2010 at Mountain Springs Community Church at 11:00 a.m., 7345 Adventure Way, Colorado Springs. Memorial viewing is on Wednesday, August 25, 2010 from 5-7 p.m. at Swan Law Funeral Directors. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of Brandon can be made to American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 13067, Alexandria, VA 22312-9067. Arrangements under the direction of Swan-Law Funeral Directors, Colorado Springs, CO

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Published by The Gazette from Aug. 24 to Aug. 25, 2010.

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Stefanie Chambers

September 15, 2010

Dean, Tara, Donna, Theo and Dad,
My thoughts are with you and I hope that in time, you will celebrate the life he had and not mourn the passing. They say time heals all and he's in heaven looking down on you all smiling (and prolly hitting a few golf balls).

Jerry Husband

August 31, 2010

Kristin,

I have no words; very sorry to hear about Brandon. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lura-Jeff Hayes

August 30, 2010

Dear Kristin and family-we are shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Brandon's sudden death. You are in our thoughts and prayers for God's comfort and peace. As you reflect on the fond memories of your son, I hope you will find comfort in knowing he is in the loving arms of Jesus our Savior.

Imelda David

August 30, 2010

Kristin, I am sorry for your loss. Brandon will live on in the hearth of everyone who loved Him.

May God Bless you & your family,

Janet Kravig

August 30, 2010

Dean and Family-Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Brandon is in a better place and he is in loving arms. Keep your chin up, the sun will shine again. God Bless-Kravig Family

Leigh Ann Lawrence

August 30, 2010

Kristin, I am so deeply saddened by the loss of your son Brandon. I am praying daily that God will continue to comfort you and your family. May our Heavenly Father give you Peace,Strength and Guidance to get through the days, months and perhaps years ahead. At the same time, I am so happy to know that Brandon knew Jesus as his Savior. Remember the bible tells us; "Absent from the body, present with the Lord" His soul is with Jesus and there is no better place to be. Take Comfort knowing you will be re-united with Brandon once again for Eternity when you go to be with the Lord also...

God Bless you & your family,

Chris Jones

August 28, 2010

My thoughts and prayers go out to friends and family of Brandon. He was always a good person and he will be greatly missed.

Debbie Francis

August 26, 2010

Kristin, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayer during this most difficult time ... God Bless.

Gary Coy

August 26, 2010

Kristin and Tara, I'm so very sorry for the pain you're feeling right now. We're praying for His Peace to comfort you now and always. So glad to know that Brandon is face-to-face with Jesus right now.

Tara Andrews

August 26, 2010

May god be with your family at this extreamly difficult time. Brandon was a great man.

Fred Young

August 26, 2010

"To Tara and family my deepest thoughts and prayers are with you.. Im so sorry for your lost..God Bless"

Kenneth / Myrna Hertneky

August 26, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time as well as the days ahead.

Megan Lundberg

August 25, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Laura McGinn

August 25, 2010

Kristin, Tara, Dean, Donna and family I am so sorry about your loss of Brandon. My deepest sympathy to you all in this time of need.Brandon will be missed by everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.

John (Jerry) & Norma Dzurovchin

August 25, 2010

To the family, friends and all who knew Brandon. Remember this is a time to celebrate Brandons life, knowing that he no longer feels the pain and sorrow that we all do, for he is with our Lord and Savior, which is a much better place than where we are. Our thoughts and Prayers go out to you, knowing that the pain of Brandons loss will ease with time and only loving thoughts will remain. We pray for you in the name of Christ Jesus. John and Norma Dzurovchin, Sterling, Colo.

Kay Wilson

August 25, 2010

To Dean,Donna and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am thinking of you all.

Eric Sweitz

August 25, 2010

Words can never express the sorrow I feel for the tragic loss Kristin, Tara, and the whole family has experienced. My love and prayers are with you continually.

Cheryl Cosky

August 24, 2010

Brandon was a part of my family, he will be missed dearly. I loved that he came to Sunday dinner and shared his adventures of his life. The nights of sleeping on my couch and telling me "good morning mom" I will cherise forever. He was and is a wonderful man and I was so proud of him.

Barbara Pope

August 24, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. My daughter, Jenette, was a good friend of Brandon's and we wanted you to know how highly she spoke of him. There were many people who were blessed by his presence in their lives and he will be missed by many. God bless you all during this very difficult time. Barb and Rick Pope

Sharon Rubin

August 24, 2010

My heart and thoughts are with you. Although I cannot remove any of your pain, I would like to help with any burden I can. If you need anything out here or someone to talk to I am available. Please take care of yourself.

Diane Anders/Forsythe

August 24, 2010

Dean (Brandon's Dad),

My heart and prayers are with you. God bless you and your family. Love, Diane Anders/Forsythe

Teresa Martinez

August 24, 2010

Kristin, I can't imagine the pain you are feeling. We were so shocked to hear of your loss. Please know that we are praying for you and your family. May Jesus draw you near and bring you to a place of peace within this tragedy. You are loved.

Please reach out if you need us,
~The Martinez Family

Cindy Hamilton

August 24, 2010

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Betti McKenzie

August 24, 2010

No bond is greater than that between mother and child. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Please just ask if there is anything I can do for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.
My deepest sympathies,

Cheryl Correll

August 24, 2010

Words are never enough in a time like this. I pray for peace for you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Lori Harfert

August 24, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you all. Brandon is with the lord now. He is home and does not have to worry anymore about that Diabetes. He is pain free and will be watching over you all. God Bless. Harfert Family

Kelly, Cindy, Jessica & Megan McCrary

August 24, 2010

Our hearts go out to the entire family and friends during this time of sorrow. Brandon will never be forgotten! May God's grace strengthen us all.

Lori Ellefson

August 24, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. I've been thinking of you all and praying for your family

Anne Marie Smith

August 24, 2010

My prayers are with you all. Brandon will be so dearly missed. “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.”

Tari Cofield

August 24, 2010

We send our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. John John was devastated by the news. They had been friends for so long. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Tom, Beth, Laura and Tanner Landry

August 24, 2010

Hugs and prayers to the entire family. We love you lots.

Debbie Leiting

August 24, 2010

All my Love,Thought's and Prayer's go out to All that knew Brandon :) He Meant so much to me!! He Alway's had such a Beautiful smile,that just made you feel good inside just to see him :) He will truly be missed here,for he had so many dear and close friend's that Loved him so very much!!

Debbie Leiting

August 24, 2010

All my Love, Thought's and Prayer's go out to everyone that knew Brandon :) He meant So much to me!! He was such a Sweet and Caring guy, that Alway's had a smile on his face that just made you feel good inside just to see him :) He will be Truly missed here,for he had so many dear and close friend's!!!

Rodney Kobilan

August 24, 2010

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Tina Glaser

August 23, 2010

Our thoughts, prayers and love go out to all of you. We are very sorry for your loss.
Ed and Tina Glaser

VALERIE LIGHTBODY

August 23, 2010

My mouth can't express my sorrow for the family, but my heart can. Having lost my 20yr old son 8 yrs ago now I do feel your loss and share in your sadness. I pray for you all continuously as you process and work through the hours,days,weeks, months and then years to come. All my love and prayers - Valerie Lightbody

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