Thursday, September 10, 2009
My darling Angel
Dear Brandi,My dear sweet daughter. I miss you so terribly. I feel so lost without you. You were my girlfriend, daughter, and cheer leader. We went through so many things together, good and sad. I love you with all my being and spirit. I am so lonely for your smile, touch, and conversation. I would give anything to have you back again. I am so sorry this happened to you... you deserved better! much better! Know I love you and care about you. I know you know my heart, please keep close by me and watch over us as we journey through this sad and difficult part of life. All my love and tenderness...momI love you more than warm french bread..
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
A Letter from Leslie
Hello,
I heard about your loss on Facebook. I am very sorry and I send my best wishes to Brandi's loved ones. I mostly blocked out high school, and I've forgotten so many things, however, I do remember that she was a kind person. I think that we were even friends for a while, but it was so long ago. The good deeds that she did for others through social work will certainly live on and affect people for their entire lives. I was a teacher and I can say that when people help children, the gift of kindness can last for generations.
I wish you the best.
Leslie
I heard about your loss on Facebook. I am very sorry and I send my best wishes to Brandi's loved ones. I mostly blocked out high school, and I've forgotten so many things, however, I do remember that she was a kind person. I think that we were even friends for a while, but it was so long ago. The good deeds that she did for others through social work will certainly live on and affect people for their entire lives. I was a teacher and I can say that when people help children, the gift of kindness can last for generations.
I wish you the best.
Leslie
Monday, June 29, 2009
A note from Aimee Brayman
My name is Aimee Brayman (formerly Wiseman), an EVHS 2000 grad along with Brandi. Though I didn't know her personally, I recognize her face and remember her kindness. I found out about her passing on Facebook and I am so sorry for the loss to her friends and family. I visited the blogspot...what a beautiful honorarium to her. In the 26 years here, it looks as if she did so much to improve and help the lives of others...what an awesome person she was! I hope that family and friends find peace and comfort during this time and know that those of us that didn't know her, are still praying for those that were close to her...
With Sincerest Regards,~Aimee Brayman
With Sincerest Regards,~Aimee Brayman
Sunday, June 28, 2009
A Letter to Brandi from Amanda...
Oh Brandi... I don't know where to begin.
I don't know how to describe how I feel right now except to say that I
wish I could go back in time and relive our moments together again and
to see you once more.
During the early years that I spent with you, Brandi, there were many things happening
in my life that time that were not very positive. Although I did not share these hardships
with anyone, I always felt that somehow you sensed what was going on. You always has a
smile on your face, and as simple a gesture as it was, it comforted me. You probably never
knew the impact you had on me, but your friendship helped me to look toward the light.
All the years we've been apart and out of touch, I've driven past your old house and
thought of you; wondering where you were, what you'd been doing...and when we reconnected,
you were exactly as I'd left you: a beautiful, sweet, loving person with a heart of gold.
Words can't express how deeply saddened I am that you gone, but I know that just as you did
in our childhood, you are looking at me now with a big smile to say that things will be ok.
You inspire me to be a better, happier person, and appreciate every moment of my life.
I'll always remember the little things we shared: being the official mascots of your parents
business, "Just Dogs," trying to master Bugs Bunny's Crazy Castle on your GameBoy, your
early love for Paula Abdul, and my mom having to pick me up from our sleepovers
because I was so allergic to your fluffy white cat. Despite how much I was suffering on those
nights, you were worth it.
I love you, Brandi. I can't wait to see you again.
Amanda Bollinger
Gilroy, Ca
I don't know how to describe how I feel right now except to say that I
wish I could go back in time and relive our moments together again and
to see you once more.
During the early years that I spent with you, Brandi, there were many things happening
in my life that time that were not very positive. Although I did not share these hardships
with anyone, I always felt that somehow you sensed what was going on. You always has a
smile on your face, and as simple a gesture as it was, it comforted me. You probably never
knew the impact you had on me, but your friendship helped me to look toward the light.
All the years we've been apart and out of touch, I've driven past your old house and
thought of you; wondering where you were, what you'd been doing...and when we reconnected,
you were exactly as I'd left you: a beautiful, sweet, loving person with a heart of gold.
Words can't express how deeply saddened I am that you gone, but I know that just as you did
in our childhood, you are looking at me now with a big smile to say that things will be ok.
You inspire me to be a better, happier person, and appreciate every moment of my life.
I'll always remember the little things we shared: being the official mascots of your parents
business, "Just Dogs," trying to master Bugs Bunny's Crazy Castle on your GameBoy, your
early love for Paula Abdul, and my mom having to pick me up from our sleepovers
because I was so allergic to your fluffy white cat. Despite how much I was suffering on those
nights, you were worth it.
I love you, Brandi. I can't wait to see you again.
Amanda Bollinger
Gilroy, Ca
Saturday, June 27, 2009
In the Spokesman Review today
Brandi Colkitt
COLKITT Brandi Mae Adored daughter of Keith and Kathy Colkitt, and sister of Sergio Marroquin and Jordan Underwood, passed away on June 18, 2009, at age 26, after a courageous battle withcancer. Brandi graduated from East Valley High School in 2000. She attended Eastern Washington University where she earned her Master'sDegree in Social Work. She was employed by Washington State Department of Child and Family Services, where she passionately worked to improve the lives of children and families. Brandi's interests include her cats, writing, music, and family. Brandi was deeply loved by those she touched and she will be missed by all. A Celebration of her Life will be held on June 28, 2009 at 1:00 pm at CenterPlace (upstairs), 2426 N. Discovery Place, SpokaneValley, WA (509) 688-0300. SPOKANE CREMATION & BURIAL SERVICE
Click here to go to the Spokesman Review article
COLKITT Brandi Mae Adored daughter of Keith and Kathy Colkitt, and sister of Sergio Marroquin and Jordan Underwood, passed away on June 18, 2009, at age 26, after a courageous battle withcancer. Brandi graduated from East Valley High School in 2000. She attended Eastern Washington University where she earned her Master'sDegree in Social Work. She was employed by Washington State Department of Child and Family Services, where she passionately worked to improve the lives of children and families. Brandi's interests include her cats, writing, music, and family. Brandi was deeply loved by those she touched and she will be missed by all. A Celebration of her Life will be held on June 28, 2009 at 1:00 pm at CenterPlace (upstairs), 2426 N. Discovery Place, SpokaneValley, WA (509) 688-0300. SPOKANE CREMATION & BURIAL SERVICEClick here to go to the Spokesman Review article
Thursday, June 25, 2009
A letter from Sandy Watts McFarland
Brandi had been on my mind many years now. I often wondered how she was and what she was up too. I recently saw her on facebook. I couldn't wait to hear from her; and I couldn't wait to tell her all about what was going on with me. I knew she had to be up to something wonderful! She was such a special person. So kind! And as I go through life I realize you don't find friends like her that often. My biggest regret now is not keeping in better contact with her. I hope her life was full of joy, and happiness. Her passing away, really made me stop and think, and thank god for all the wonderful things I have.
With this being said...You will be missed Brandi. You will be in my thoughts often. Thank you for letting me be apart of your life for what a short amount of time it was.
With love
Sandy (Watts) McFarland
Your friend and neighbor down the street
With this being said...You will be missed Brandi. You will be in my thoughts often. Thank you for letting me be apart of your life for what a short amount of time it was.
With love
Sandy (Watts) McFarland
Your friend and neighbor down the street
In the Spokesman Review Today
COLKITT, Brandi Mae
(Age 26)
Passed away June 18, 2009. Celebration of Life Sunday, June 28, 2009at 1:00 p.m., CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery, Spokane Valley, WA. SPOKANECREMATION & BURIAL SERVICE.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Its been a long time...
I missed the opportunity to see Brandi, Kathy, and Keith this past year when they came to California to see my mother. I knew at the time Brandi was suffering from headaches and my mom as their family chiropractor was assisting and treating Brandi. A few months later, right as Brandi was diagnosed - my mother passed. I regret that I missed my last opportunity to see Brandi.
I knew Brandi when I think I was in Junior high/high school. I was a good looking young man, and I was Brandi's crush for many years. My mom and Kathy were very close and we saw each other often - and at the time I was mainly "too cool for school" - and looked at Brandi mostly as a little sister.
Though I did not get a chance to see Brandi come into her own and grow into the young woman she became - but if her family is any indication - she was truly remarkable far beyond any measure.
Kathy and Keith my hearts go out to you.
May this place comfort you among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.
Love Josh
I knew Brandi when I think I was in Junior high/high school. I was a good looking young man, and I was Brandi's crush for many years. My mom and Kathy were very close and we saw each other often - and at the time I was mainly "too cool for school" - and looked at Brandi mostly as a little sister.
Though I did not get a chance to see Brandi come into her own and grow into the young woman she became - but if her family is any indication - she was truly remarkable far beyond any measure.
Kathy and Keith my hearts go out to you.
May this place comfort you among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.
Love Josh
When I think of Brandi, I immediately think of those beautiful eyes and that radiant smile. You could just feel the deep compassion and love she had for others. (Awesome job, Mom & Dad !!!) I so admire the family bond she had with her Dad, Mom, Jordan and Sergio. Her successes are inspirational and her journey is one that is filled with more Love than we can imagine. Keep smiling Brandi Mae. You are beautiful.
Love from,
Darla Barrett
Love from,
Darla Barrett
Oh that nose :-)
Oh Brandi we are so gonna miss you! I remember when you where born and when you came home from the hospital. You were so precious and truly a beautiful baby. Only one thing needed a little tweaking . . . a little crook in your little nose. I remember you mom telling me I couldn't hold you any more unless I was willing to hold your nose like the doctors said. And I so wanted to hold you more! So I held your nose to the side just a bit to get the kink out of it like the doctor said. You were okay for a maybe a minute, but then you'd screw up your little face and I could see the noise about to begin. Kathy said "Donna don't let go, it's only for another minute or so." Then you began to wail. It was so hard to keep pushing that bend the other way, but we did. And you turned out just as beautiful as we knew you would.
For someone born with their nose out of joint you always had the most incredible loving and forgiving attitude of anyone I've known. We will all miss your light for the world is a darker place without you here. So light up the heavens girl, you've given us something to aspire to!
Donna Boyd
For someone born with their nose out of joint you always had the most incredible loving and forgiving attitude of anyone I've known. We will all miss your light for the world is a darker place without you here. So light up the heavens girl, you've given us something to aspire to!
Donna Boyd
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Brandi Colkitt Celebration of Life arrangements and Needs by family
Hi Everyone
Thank you for your outpouring of empathy and sympathy during this very difficult time for us here. Our hearts go out to all of you as you are all suffering a great loss as well.... Be gentle with yourselves......
Brandi's Celebration of her Life ceremony information:
Date: Sunday June 28th (evidently this is hoop fest weekend)
Time: 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Where: Center Place: 2426 N Discovery Place, Spokane Valley WA 99216 509-688-0300
Center Place is next door to the YMCA in the Valley, you can get there by taking Pines Rd off of I-90 North to Indiana or Evergreen off of I-90 North to Indiana. (it is near the Spokane Valley Mall) you can map quest directions if necessary.
We will do her "Celebration of Life memoriam" between 1-2 and then have food and socialization time afterwards.
Brandi will be cremated and will have some of her ashes laid to rest at the Pines Cemetery E-5 lot off road 6. She will be right next to her dear friend Crystal who passed from cancer 5 years ago. I share this in case it is helpful for you to have a place to go to and visit her. It is located off of 16th Street and Pines Road in the Valley. It will take us a couple weeks to lay her to rest there I am sure but she would love you to visit if that helps you.
Talking at the Event: Keith and I would love anyone who wants to share a story or loving words about Brandi to have an opportunity. If you know in advance you want time to share let me now and we will get you on the "list" if you don't know it is ok, as we will have an open mic part of the celebration for you to get up if you are able and share your words with us. No worries it is all perfect regardless. Since this could be a lot of you we ask that we try to stay within a reasonable time frame. Thank you and we are so excited to hear what you have to share about Brandi. :)
Photos: I am still requesting photos, actual printed copies by Monday am as there will be a Video of her life and I don't want to miss anything or anyone in the video. Please drop them at my home at the front door if I am not home.. 2316 S Meadowview Rd., Greenacres WA 99216... thank you
Please forward this information to those who need or wish to have it.
Helpers Needed:
Food and Set Up: Arline Whitney is in charge of the Set Up and Food part of this day. Her e-mail is 1arwhitney@comcast.net if you want to help in set up or bring food, drink, etc. she has a list to fill so please contact her and she will put you to great use... and thank you in advance for your help and support.
Moderator: Keith and I are looking for someone to Moderate the day... introduce people and keep us moving forward. We will give you the "itinerary" for the day but need help in getting it done in a loving way and time frame. If people want to share but can't and have written their thoughts we would ask that you read them for them.
Music/Tech: We are in need of someone to help with the video set up, music all the equipment is there you just have to know when to start it and end it and help with the music set up during the background for the social time etc.
Thank you all in advance for making this the most special day and honoring Brandi this day. We appreciate all of you and honor all of you. Blessings to you all and remember to take care of yourselves and thank you again for holding us and Brandi in your hearts and hands all this time.
If you need us we can be reached at 509-999-6009 Keith cell or 509-926-4969 home. You may have to leave a message and we will do our best to get back to you. e-mail works also
Love and Light to all
Keith and Kathy Colkitt
Thank you for your outpouring of empathy and sympathy during this very difficult time for us here. Our hearts go out to all of you as you are all suffering a great loss as well.... Be gentle with yourselves......
Brandi's Celebration of her Life ceremony information:
Date: Sunday June 28th (evidently this is hoop fest weekend)
Time: 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Where: Center Place: 2426 N Discovery Place, Spokane Valley WA 99216 509-688-0300
Center Place is next door to the YMCA in the Valley, you can get there by taking Pines Rd off of I-90 North to Indiana or Evergreen off of I-90 North to Indiana. (it is near the Spokane Valley Mall) you can map quest directions if necessary.
We will do her "Celebration of Life memoriam" between 1-2 and then have food and socialization time afterwards.
Brandi will be cremated and will have some of her ashes laid to rest at the Pines Cemetery E-5 lot off road 6. She will be right next to her dear friend Crystal who passed from cancer 5 years ago. I share this in case it is helpful for you to have a place to go to and visit her. It is located off of 16th Street and Pines Road in the Valley. It will take us a couple weeks to lay her to rest there I am sure but she would love you to visit if that helps you.
Talking at the Event: Keith and I would love anyone who wants to share a story or loving words about Brandi to have an opportunity. If you know in advance you want time to share let me now and we will get you on the "list" if you don't know it is ok, as we will have an open mic part of the celebration for you to get up if you are able and share your words with us. No worries it is all perfect regardless. Since this could be a lot of you we ask that we try to stay within a reasonable time frame. Thank you and we are so excited to hear what you have to share about Brandi. :)
Photos: I am still requesting photos, actual printed copies by Monday am as there will be a Video of her life and I don't want to miss anything or anyone in the video. Please drop them at my home at the front door if I am not home.. 2316 S Meadowview Rd., Greenacres WA 99216... thank you
Please forward this information to those who need or wish to have it.
Helpers Needed:
Food and Set Up: Arline Whitney is in charge of the Set Up and Food part of this day. Her e-mail is 1arwhitney@comcast.net if you want to help in set up or bring food, drink, etc. she has a list to fill so please contact her and she will put you to great use... and thank you in advance for your help and support.
Moderator: Keith and I are looking for someone to Moderate the day... introduce people and keep us moving forward. We will give you the "itinerary" for the day but need help in getting it done in a loving way and time frame. If people want to share but can't and have written their thoughts we would ask that you read them for them.
Music/Tech: We are in need of someone to help with the video set up, music all the equipment is there you just have to know when to start it and end it and help with the music set up during the background for the social time etc.
Thank you all in advance for making this the most special day and honoring Brandi this day. We appreciate all of you and honor all of you. Blessings to you all and remember to take care of yourselves and thank you again for holding us and Brandi in your hearts and hands all this time.
If you need us we can be reached at 509-999-6009 Keith cell or 509-926-4969 home. You may have to leave a message and we will do our best to get back to you. e-mail works also
Love and Light to all
Keith and Kathy Colkitt
A Letter to Brandi
June 18, 2009
Dear Brandi,
This is a very sad day because today you left our lives, at least our earth lives. I was at the hospital when you were born and now at the hospital when you died. This is not normal. None of us imagined it could have ended this way, this quickly. Yet, I’m so glad that you are at peace. Your death was very peaceful, very loving, very beautiful. I am so grateful for that.
You have impressed me so much, Brandi, throughout your life. When you were little, you were so cute with that head full of curls. You had such a calming influence about you. You were always obedient. I was so glad to have you over to our house, around our children. You behaved-they didn’t, except they had to when you were around. I’m very sorry Jared broke your arm that time. (Just an example of how mine didn’t behave.)
You were quiet around me but once in a while you would talk and show me that beautiful smile. I loved it. When you lived with us, we always would say, “Brandi smiled.” Not that you didn’t smile, but in the crowd of kids in our house, it was hard to get a word or smile in. The last time you talked to me was at your parent’s house. You really talked to me about the chemo and some of the problems. I was very touched that you would share something so personal.
You moved out of your parent’s home and supported yourself. I was so impressed. You could have stayed with them but you grew up, somehow. You got your degree, you went to work. Apparently everyone loved you because I have never seen so many people waiting outside an intensive care unit. I recognized your family at the hospital, but so many I had never met. They said they worked with you. We have strangely become friends as we spent so much time hugging each other as we worried about you.
You have been such a great example and teacher to Jordan and Sergio. The effect you had on their lives will stay with them forever. You will forever be their idol, as you are to so many others.
I want to thank you for the time you spent in my life. I want to thank you for the love you sent my way. I love you Brandi. I will see you soon.
Love always,
Lisa (Plumb)
Dear Brandi,
This is a very sad day because today you left our lives, at least our earth lives. I was at the hospital when you were born and now at the hospital when you died. This is not normal. None of us imagined it could have ended this way, this quickly. Yet, I’m so glad that you are at peace. Your death was very peaceful, very loving, very beautiful. I am so grateful for that.
You have impressed me so much, Brandi, throughout your life. When you were little, you were so cute with that head full of curls. You had such a calming influence about you. You were always obedient. I was so glad to have you over to our house, around our children. You behaved-they didn’t, except they had to when you were around. I’m very sorry Jared broke your arm that time. (Just an example of how mine didn’t behave.)
You were quiet around me but once in a while you would talk and show me that beautiful smile. I loved it. When you lived with us, we always would say, “Brandi smiled.” Not that you didn’t smile, but in the crowd of kids in our house, it was hard to get a word or smile in. The last time you talked to me was at your parent’s house. You really talked to me about the chemo and some of the problems. I was very touched that you would share something so personal.
You moved out of your parent’s home and supported yourself. I was so impressed. You could have stayed with them but you grew up, somehow. You got your degree, you went to work. Apparently everyone loved you because I have never seen so many people waiting outside an intensive care unit. I recognized your family at the hospital, but so many I had never met. They said they worked with you. We have strangely become friends as we spent so much time hugging each other as we worried about you.
You have been such a great example and teacher to Jordan and Sergio. The effect you had on their lives will stay with them forever. You will forever be their idol, as you are to so many others.
I want to thank you for the time you spent in my life. I want to thank you for the love you sent my way. I love you Brandi. I will see you soon.
Love always,
Lisa (Plumb)
Friday, June 19, 2009
June 18, 2009
Dear Family and Friends,
It is with the most deep and painful sadness we have to share that our precious and very special daughter Brandi passed away today.
Brandi has been on full life support since Saturday and had worsened immensely to where her Kidney and Heart were now failing as well as her lungs. Her lung damage was not receding at all in the 3 weeks and it was deemed by her team of physicians that they would never recover. The drug Bleomycin ,which was one of her Chemo drugs, gave Brandi Bleomycin Pulmonary Toxicity and fibroids were growing in her lungs, this is irreversible and fatal.
At 1:15 pm today Brandi transitioned to her greater and higher power and is free from all the pain and suffering she has endured over the many months. Although this is the best decision to let her go and be free it by far is the most painful and difficult decision we have ever had to make. Thank you to all of you who supported us through this experience today and came to lift Brandi to the light.
We appreciate all of you who have loved and supported her over the past many months and all of you who have held her in your hearts and hands this whole time.
We will send another e-mail once decisions have been made for her "Celebration of Life" memorial. We are planning the weekend of June 26-28..location will dictate the date and time.
Keith and Kathy Colkitt
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