Brandon R.Kamphaus

"Julie & Family, Please know you are in my thoughts. Words cannot express the sympathy felt towards you and your family about the loss of Brandon. May you find strength and comfort. Love, Linda Sather"

"Julie, Kevin and AJ, We are so very saddened and sorry for your great loss. We can only imagine the heartbreaking pain and sorrow you are experiencing. We hope with time the grief will subside a little, and your memories will sustain you. He will be kept alive in the hearts of the many who knew and loved him. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Betsy and Justin Luce"

"We are so sorry about your son..please know that we are praying for strength and healing during this most difficult time in your lives..remember the happy times as they will help you to get through the tough times..Gods blessing to your entire family! Bob and Kim Ball"

"Kevin, my daughter,Ruth Christensen was taken care of by your mom,when you were all preschoolers in the mobile home park in Columbus. I want you to know that all your family members have been in our thoughts and prayers. Losing a loved one. especially a child is so difficult for all of us. Peace to Brandon, and blessings to all."

"Julie, Kevin and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time."

"Kevin, My deepest condolences to you in the loss of your son, Brandon. You and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers since Saturday and I can't begin to imagine the loss you have endured. May you embrace the love & support of your family, friends, community and God, now and in the difficult days to come. In your memories, may you find peace and comfort in knowing the wonderful legacy Brandon has left for all who knew him. You remain in my prayers, Jaci Matt 5:4 "Blessed are they who mourn, for they will be comforted.""

"Kevin, Julie and Family, I read with sadness of the loss of your son Brandon. No pain could be greater than the pain of losing a child. And I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray that your faith never diminish in knowing that there is a better future that we are awaiting - a future free of pain and death. By means of Jehovah God's son Christ Jesus we have the promise of a resurrection back to life in paradise. Christ said that "I am the resurrection and the life. He that has faith in me, even though he dies, will come to life." John 11:11, 21-26. As Brandon rests now in peace, may your cherished memories comfort you. As we await the day when we see our dear loved ones again in paradise, may God (Psalms 83:18) hear your prayers and grant you peace. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the mild-tempered, for they shall inherit the earth. Matthew 5:4,5; Psalms 37:29; Revelation 21:3,4. Loving thoughts and prayers of peace are with you."

"Julie and Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May God hold and comfort you through this difficult time."

"Kevin, when I first heard the name I was praying it was not him. Unfortunately, I was wrong. You and I both were promised by our friend Bill W that we have the tools to hand this over to God and let him handle it. We both know in God's hands it will turn out alright. I am sure you are a great father to him and will continue to be even though some distance has been put in between you two. Remember the power of the third step prayer."

"To the entire Kamphaus family, My deepest condolences on Brandon's passing. I can not even begin to imagine the pain that you are going through at this time. It is very difficult to understand God's plan, but he must have truly needed Brandon, more than we did here, that is the only way my brain (and heart) can even manage to understand the tragedy of it all. My family will continue to pray for your family, and may you find strength in your family, friends, and community to help you get through this, and to ease your pain. Rest in peace, Brandon, and watch over your family."

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"My deepest sympathy to all of you. There is a cemetery in Sioux Falls that has a number of gravestones that are tree stumps. They were from a time when many young people died from plagues and the tree stumps represent a life cut short. I always think of that when a young person leaves this earth but God tells us in Psalms 139 that he knew the number of our days before any one of them began. How comforting it is to know that God is in control because at times like this, we have no control at all. I continue to pray for all of you and ask God to wrap His arms around you and give you peace as only He can."

"Kevin, So sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Brandon. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless your family at this difficult time. Dave"

"My sincere sympathy to you Kevin, Julie, and AJ. I am so sorry to hear about Brandon and my thoughts and prayers go out to you all in this difficult time. Know that God is with you in this time of difficulty and will be your strength. You have an angel looking over you. My family sends there prayers for you also and extends there sympathy too."

"We are truly sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved son. We want to send our condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time."

"My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. All of your wonderful memories and your beautiful son's spirit will live with you always. Please know and believe that he would want all of you to keep up your faith and remember him with a smile on his face. Melissa Harris Mother of Amber Harris (1993-2005)"

"Kevin, I am so very, very sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Brandon. My heart goes out to you, your wife and other son as well as the rest of your family and friends. Although I cannot know exactly what you are all going through, I can empathize with you after the loss of my son, also Brandon, in 2009. If there is anything I can do or if you ever need to talk, you know my email address. Again, I am so sorry! Mary Snyder"

"Julie, Kevin & Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. It sounds like Brandon was an outstanding young man and will be greatly missed by so many. May you find comfort in continuing to share wonderful memories of your son and may God hold you in the palm of his hand. Blessings, Kim"

"Kevin, Julie and A.J. I hurt and pray for you all. I know things are very hard for you at this trying moment. But we are all praying for you and your loss of Brandon. In knowing Brandon in this short time I realized just how much he had grown up. Words really can't discribe what I am feeling at this time, so I will pray for you all. I love you all. Uncle Larry Leise"

"Dear Julie, Kevin and AJ Your strength in all of this is a credit to how Brandon met life's challenges. To have said "He is someone I could always count on" is a goal for anyone of us--- to have attaioned it at such a tender age is amazing. He had maturity beyond his years. Julie, I have always known you as an absolutely wonderful mother who allowed space for a child to grow catering to the specific personality. Keep that knowledge in your heart. I will always remember Brandon and quote him in my class. " If anyone says you can't live a full and complete life with diabetes, don't listen. You can keep your dreams alive. Be Brave. Deal with it." Thats just the kind of person he is. God's peace be with you each and every day. Love and Prayers, Jean Koliha"

"May God Bless you and your family at this time....no parent should have to bury their child, but this was Gods plan...he had a bigger plan for Brandon. Celebrate his life and the joy he brought to others. I have never met the Kamphaus family, but living in the neighborhood, sets this story close to home. Take time to grieve, be there for eachother, open up and talk. God Bless all of you. Prayers to you all. Kerri Chvatal"

"Kevin, Julie & Family: We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We cannot imagine what you all are going through. What a tragedy to lose a child so young. We have never met Brandon, but sounds like a terrific person who had alot going for him. Just wanted to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.. Sincerely, James & Diane"

"While I do not know your family, this tragedy strikes home as I have a 16 yr old son, who seems independent and but yet very caring. I could not imagine loosing my son and my sympathy goes out to your family and friends, but also to the friends of your son. I lost my best friend in high school, and to this day, on Oct 5 th, I stop to remember him for a couple minutes. My thoughts and prayers are to all how have known this young man."

"there are no words i can describe , i have never lost a child, but, this has beeen the most saddened week for me as a mom, i heard sat. that your son was missing and then heard about his passing, i am so sorry . i did not know him personally, but, my son nicholas did. i cannot tell you how my heart breaks for you and your family, i feel like i lost a child, but, now he is in gods hands and i am sure he is playing soccer with the other angels up there on that beautiful soccer field. i am just so sorry for your loss, we are going friday t othe funeral, because he was a part of the high school and i just feel like he was a part of us. Just remember the good times you had with your son and hug your little one and be blessed with the 16 years you had. like i said i do not know what you are going thru but, my heart is broken . it is such a shame . and hold your heads high and pray he is in a bettewr place. and i will be celebrating his life on friday, i am sure he would want everyone to be happy and not sad. i have a niece that has the same type diabetes and will be making a contribution to this society. Take Care and God Bless at this sad time Love Always, Fran and Nicholas Allen from fremont"

"Julie and family, You have been in my constant thoughts and prayers since I heard Brandon was missing Sat. My heart is broken for you, As a mother of a son Brandon's age and as someone who has seen the pride in your eyes as you talk about him. Everything I read about this young man's determination and dedication does not surprise me. Having worked in cooperation with you over the years in the diabetes area I know where it came from! I have no words that will ease your pain just know that all my prayers are focused on you and your family!! May God's love carry you through this time. Amy McClain"

"I do not understand and I wish I could take the pain away for you all. My thoughts are with you. Some things just do not make sense. I am sure he was a wonderful person and I hope you remember great things about him."

"Kevin, Julie and AJ, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I cannot imagine what you are going through. My heart is breaking for you. May your faith be strong. Keep your family and friends close, lean on them when you need them. I will continue to pray for your family. Mic Ruzicka-Zywiec"

"Kevin, Julie and family, so sorry to hear about your loss, can't imagine what you are going through. I will pray for you and your family and hope that God will bless you during this time of sorrow."

"Julie, Kevin & Family, So sorry to hear about your loss, i have seen Brandon around often, and he was such a outgoing kid, always had a smile on his face! My heart goes out to your family, he will be greatly missed by so many. You are all in my prayers, may you find comfort in this rough time. Mikala Ellison"

"I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray for your family to receive the peace and comfort of Jesus' love."

"Kevin and Julie and Family, There are no words that can even begin to tell you how sorry I was to learn Brandon's passing. Though I had never met your son, I have heard many wonderful things about him since Friday. I really feel like I missed meeting a wonderful person who will leave behind a very big impact. We will be praying for all of you and will hold you all near to our hearts. If you need anything don't hesitate to give me a call or send me an e-mail. Love, Tanya, Eric, Kristen, and Garett"

"Dear Julie & Family, I am so sorry about the passing of Brandon. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this devastating time. I've read the many wonderful things that his friends, teachers and coaches have had to say about him and I hope you find some comfort knowing you raised a wonderful young man. Love and prayers, Susan Heiser"