Brandon Dean Heape, 21, of Bennington passed away unexpectedly Friday November 25th, 2022. Brandon graced the world with his presence on February 13th, 2001. He was born to Kristina Hackett and Matthew Heape in Fairfield, California. The family moved to Beverly, KS in 2005 where Brandon spent the majority of his childhood causing chaos and havoc.
Brandon really looked up to and admired his father, Matt. They spent their days together ripping dirt bikes, fixing up cars, and target practicing at the bridge. Brandon’s mother unfortunately passed away last year but their bond was nothing short of extraordinary. Kristina would surprise Brandon and his boys with gifts that reminded her of them.
Brandon was blessed with two younger sisters Amber Hackett and Allyson Anderson. He was fiercely protective of his siblings and was their rock throughout his young life. Brandon was adored to the fullest by his sisters. Amber and Ally knew if they had a problem of any kind, their big brother would handle it for them. Brandon was also survived in death by his loving grandmother, Patricia Hackett. Brandon’s grandmother cared for him all throughout his life. She was always there for him for whatever he needed, whenever he needed it.
Brandon is also survived by his devoted fiancé Kylie, their two adventurous children Jackson and Maddox, and their pit-bull, Jane. Brandon stepped up as a father figure for these two little boys that he had no obligation to, which made their bond all that more special. Brandon and Kylie spent 5 wonderful years together. As you can imagine, the laughs and memories created were endless. Brandon had grown accustomed to the finer things in life. These things were typically funded by Kylie’s checkbook, such as his beloved Jane.
Lil B was a friend to many and a stranger to none. Brandon had a close group of friends who would describe him as amazing, compassionate, persistent, genuine, stubborn, and spontaneous. Brandon had a way of forming unbreakable bonds with his friends children as well and they adored him. Brandon was naturally a great source of laughter with his bright personality and his cheesy smile. Brandon loved big and he loved hard. His friends knew how deep his love ran and that he would forever be there, no matter what.
Brandon continued to show this love even after his friends were gone. Brandon took the time to call his best friend Christopher’s mother daily. He continued Chris’s nightly routine “Goodnight momma I love you” texts that Chris was no longer able to send to her. We know Brandon is wearing that infectious smile up there with his best friend Chris, doing burnouts and giving Heaven some hell.
A memorial service for all of Brandon’s family and friends will be held on December 8th, 2022 at 1pm. The service will be held at Roselawn Memorial Chapel at 1920 E. Crawford St. Salina, KS.
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