Birth date: Dec 25, 1984 Death date: Jan 25, 2006
Branden James Hesse, age 21, of Grand Rapids passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, January 25, 2006, at his home. He was born December 25, 1984 to Paul and Janet L. (Gallup) Hesse in Muskegon. Branden was a 2003 graduate of Greenvil Read Obituary
It's been 10 years. I'm at Lakeshore and it's raining. 46 degrees. The setting is so peaceful and I find myself wishing that I could achieve this type of peace in my life. You are 32 now and I wish I could tell you Happy Birthday and Merry Christmas in a different way.. There is a wreath--a happy birthday balloon---and the flowers at the site. The big pine trees make for a beautiful and tranquil location. The memories are always with me, We all miss you so much Love Dad
Hey, Uncle Branden, again, it's been a long time. I was updating a family tree, adding people here and there, and then it was your turn. I listed your name, date of birth, and relationship to mom. Oddly enough, it was just a line, connecting your name to moms, and then down through to Maddie and I. That tiny line represented you, and us, and Christmases, birthdays, fourth of July parties, phone calls, all of it. You should be here. I haven't stopped by as much as I should, and I know better, but we miss you. Maddie is dating, and as much as I try to be scary, I worry way too much about her to be as scary as you could be. Things keep happening, time keeps moving, it's like being back on the bike, with you just telling me to keep pedaling, even if the handlebars got wobbly.
I'm sitting in my office at my desk now, with just a few seconds of quiet, and all I can do is to tell myself to keep pedaling, I could really use a quiet moment with you right about now. Your friend, Andrew Lee, I met by random coincidence with my military unit at range training 2 years ago. He's been keeping an eye on me, but still doesn't hold a candle to you. He told me about the two of you in the mustang driving it down the highway. I can see that. Miss you.
Stefanie
Hey, Uncle Branden. It's been a long time. This is probably overdue. I'm older now, and I can't even lie and say I'm any closer to being as cool as you. Last night, I was in the middle of Walmart, buying my first Christmas tree, and I just kept wishing and hoping you were there. You were there the night before my first day at college. You were there in your jacket, jeans, and a white tshirt. I'll never forget it. I wish you were here now. I don't think I'll ever forget hugging your waist, because that's about as short as I was compared to you! Maybe I'm just writing this now because I guess I feel more than I know how to express. I'm heartbroken, still, and I will spend my entire life missing you. I guess having a chat in the car on my way to class will just have to work. I want you to be here, to pick me up in your car and do donuts in a parking lot, or freak out when I'm late from walking home from the bus stop, or be here to meet my first boyfriend. You were going to embarrass me at my wedding, and defend your hair from my kids, whenever I'd have them. Then again, you'll be there. You'll always be there. I've still got your voice saved in my memories, like a tape recording that I can play over and over. I've got the moments of time you'd share with me. You always had a way of making each of us feel like we were the most special person on Earth when we'd spend time with you. You had a way of making a room laugh and share your happiness. You could make anyone smile. I'd do anything for that smile. You were a beautiful human being without a mean bone in your body. You taught me how to ride a bike, you didn't just set me on one and say "Go!". I remember, you said just peddle as fast as you can, and I did. I was so excited and scared, I was going so fast, and there you were, literally, running as fast as you could right beside me with your arms out. Branden, I really miss you. I promise, I'll say hi more often. Happy early-birthday.
today is your birthday, buddy. I miss you so very much. Stefanie is driving the Mustang, very proudly. (I still say it's a bad idea, but I know you'd be smiling and throwing signs) We got her a stereo for it, probably not up to your specs, but hey...something for you to yell at me about ;) She and I (and Mike and Maddie) would trade it in a heartbeat to have you here with us at Christmas. You were always the one with the smile and style. Your big sister Sessa misses you. And we love you so very much. Happy Birthday, buddy, and Merry Christmas.##imported-begin##Sessa##imported-end##
Happy B-day and Merry Christmas Branden--Love you--Dad##imported-begin##paul hesse##imported-end##
I wish you were here bud. I think of you every single day. You are always in my heart and in my mind. Love you always---Dad##imported-begin##PAUL HESSE##imported-end##
It's hard to believe that today is your 24th birthday. I miss you so much that there are no words to describe the daily longing to see you again. I will always love you. Mom##imported-begin##Mom##imported-end##
Merry Christmas and Happy 24th b-day. I so wish you were here. Memories are a sad second place to your presence. I also think about you each and every day,and wonder ,and pray.----Love you always Bud. Dad##imported-begin##Paul Hesse##imported-end##
HAPPY BIRTHDAY bud there's not a day that goes by that I don't think of you. I'll stop by sometime today and wish you a Happy Birthday and a Merry Christmas.
Miss ya, Mike##imported-begin##Mike##imported-end##
B- us girls all got together and were reminiscing about the "good ol'days" of LoneStar and the little red house... we are all so thankful of the wonderful memories and times that we shared with you. you are a blessing and a gift. you are deeply missed bud...##imported-begin##Mandi##imported-end##
