Eric Brander Obituary

As the first anniversary of your passing approaches, I am still in shock that you are gone so young and that a whole year has gone by. I am so proud of your family and the strength and courage they have shown in the wake of this terrible tragedy. Your picture hangs at my desk at work, and I know your passing has affected my kids in more ways than I can imagine. The realization that any of us can be taken at any moment makes us all more conscience that you must live every day as if it were your last, and remember to tell everyone important to you how much you love them. I know you are in a better place, but you certainly will always be loved and missed by your family and friends. Save a place for us in heaven, Eric. God Bless You.

Not a day goes by where I don't think about you. I wear my EB wristband every day. Sometimes when I go to town and country, i say to myself, "I wonder if Eric's working today." I miss seeing you when I'd walk in the door, and you encouraging me when I got mad. I also miss getting to strike and spare an hour before league started, and just sitting there and talking with Paige. I remember the one night we were on the phone for hours, and we recorded the conversation but you didn't know haha. Going to your wake was very hard for me. I wish I had talked to you more when I had the chance, but I was too shy. I wish I could just see you and talk to you one more time. It's still unreal to me that you're gone. Going past the crash site is really hard for me. It sucks that it had to happen to someone like you. You're a great person, and will be forever missed <3

eric,
there never is a day that does by that i do not think about you, and all that you have done to help the bowling community come together. it is horrible that your accident had to be what brought us together, but i am proud to say that we celebrate your life. i miss you so much and i cant believe how fast times goes by, i feel like every time i go into town and country you will be there at the door, waiting for me like always, with open arms and a hug. (: you will never know how much stronger you have truly made everyone you effected. or how close you have brought everyone to eachother. i have to say that your candlelight memorial at your site was one of the hardest things that i have ever had to go through. i know your looking down on all of us smiling and when that lucky pin falls, your there to give us the little extra push. you truly opened my eyes to how short life may be, and to live life to the fullest. i hope you`ll save me a game up there in heaven, for the day we meet again. <3

Hey Eric!
I miss you, alot. Its really tough with you being gone. I still am thinking about the day when you let me drive the mustang (: And told me that "everything will be okay, if not its not the end". I went over by you this past weekend. I told you everything that has happened since you've been gone. Ha, Yah know.. I never stop talking. I hope your family knows that my family is still praying for them. My mom knows how much you meant to me as a bestfriend. Im letting you know that I'm doing a speech about you, and I'm gonna rockk itt baby (:

Loved you once, Love you still, always have & always will. (:

I caught myself thinking about u a while ago, i've been trying to come on here and say how much i miss you but everytime i punk out. I've been in school for 9days now and i still cant look at the spot in the big case that they made for you. Its really hard sometimes especially when i think wheres erics white mustang but when im sad about u being gone i say to myself that your here in spirit watching over everyone and soon enough we'll all be in the same place again and that makes everything so much better:)

i miss you,
LT

"Anyone who believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life."
You've changed into your heavenly being as we will all do the same someday and see you again.

not a day has gone by that you have not crossed my mind. i miss you sooo much! i would do anything in this world to bring you back. im layin in bed at 1 in the morning and your all i can think about. just wanted you to know how much i miss and love you.


p.s. im getting a froggy tattoo! :)
not only does it symbolize you, but our entire childhood. love you buddy.
<3 paige.

Ive been avoid things that had to do with you for a really long time...Not being able to bring myself to you. I finally have stopped crying. Its sad to be at school and not see or hear you. Its hard to walk pass Ryan and Emilio because they were your bestfriends. i look around and your greatly missed! Its gonna be six months in a couple of days, and i still cant believe your not here. Graduation is right around the corner and your suppose to be here, celebrating this life this enjoyment we all feel. and you cant thats when i sit and think, we are all here and you cant be here, cant walk amoungs us. But you are here in spirit. Love you Eric. "Marines are better than navy."

Hey Eric... Didn't know you at all but from what my two sisters told me, you sounded like a great guy. I cried at the awake just knowing that your family and friends lost such a great person like you. I hope I meet you up there one day (:

Every now and then I still stop by the guest book to read through the comments posted and I am always struck by how loved you are in the hearts of so many. As graduation approaches, and my family prepares for Christopher's graduation, I always feel a twinge of sadness to think that this was supposed to be YOUR time, too - leaving high school, brand new beginings for a bright future. I still think about you and your family every day, and I'm sure this must be a difficult time for them. You are very much a part of Plainfield South's Class of 2010, Eric - you led the bowling team to victory! Your memory continues to inspire and you will never be forgotten.

Hey Eric im gonna miss u soo much bro just like every1 else down here love u man

wow. Can't believe it's been three months... i miss you like crazy, kid! One day, i'll see you again and i'll kick your butt at the bowling alley up there! :) I love and miss you always and forever. Only the Good Die Young. <3

While you're up there bowling, can you say hello to Emily for us? and that we miss both of you dearly.

im sooooo sorry he sounded like an amazing kid god bless him and his family

to eric, i didnt really know you well but im a friend of your cousin trevor. my prayers go out to your family! i hope you RIP

Eric, I love and miss you so much. You were such a big part of my life. Please watch over me...

South did it! And you helped! First in state! woohoo! =) I know your looking down smiling...and saying "Paige, duh! I already knew that!"...I love you Eric.


r.i.p.
forever in my heart<3

ERIC! You did it! You led your team to state and won, even if you were not there. Woooooooooooooooooooooooot!
Congrats Wig! They won for you.

i love you and will always miss you eric <3 hayley

To the Brander Family.....

Grief, like the ocean comes in waves only to recede and come yet again, but with it comes healing.....
Memories wash ashore and are bathed by the golden sun....Grab hold of those memories and let them fill the emptiness.....May they bring you peace.

happy b-day...

Eric, every night after i say my prayers, i think you. I shed a tear every night, but when i wake up the next day i feel better because i know that you are OK and are going to be just fine. I cant wait to see you again :)

Happy Birthday, Eric! You get to turn 18 in Heaven. I am thinking about you and your family today, and always. Said a prayer for your mom to be strong and to know that you are at peace. Still missing your bright smile and generous ways....

Stay strong everyday and know that Eric is home with our Father where you will join him one day. Still praying for all of you.

Eric was always the person you could talk to and trust. He was the older brother i never had. Eric passed away on my birthday along with my dog later that night. I try to think of it as a sign that they are my guardian angels. It's way too hard to think of Eric gone... I just knew him so well and now the person i could have talked to no matter the situation, is gone. When i found out it felt unreal as if a dream. Seventeen years old, so much more he could have experienced in life. Now he may rest in peace, and to the Branders, i wish you all the best my neighbors for nine years. I hope everything works out for the best. The brother i never had, i will miss you and hopefully see you another day.
Love,
Joey

Dear Eric,
We love you and miss you very dearly! We know your watching us from the clouds you stay on. One day we will get to see you again. We can't wait. See you soon bud :)

To Eric's Family,
My heartfelt sympathy to you. I had the pleasure of being Eric's first grade teacher at Bridgeview School. He was a sweet boy with a great smile. Every year I remember him when I put the angel decoration he gave me for Christmas on a table. Keith, I remember you being in my third grade class my first year of teaching. I can't imagine the pain your family is feeling. You are in my prayers.

Eric Brander was a good kid.Even though he will always hang out with my bro and his friends, he always used to come and play football with me and my bestfreiend when we needed a all-time quarterback.i will never forget you eric. :(

It's early Christmas morning, and I just couldn't sleep because I keep thinking about you, Eric, and your entire family. I have been praying & talking to you a lot & I hope you are hearing my prayers & thoughts. I can't even begin to imagine how much your parents, grandparents, brothers and sisters are suffering right now from your loss; but, I do know that you are a great loss to your family, your friends, and all that came into contact with you because you were such a special person & someone that we will never forget.

You have always been a special young man; from the time you who welcomed our family to Aspen Meadows 6-1/2 years ago as we unloaded our moving truck the first day we moved in across the street from you. You weren't just a "typical neighbor kid", you were a friend to all of us right from the very start!

You befriended our daughter, Miriah, & became her boyfriend just a few months later. You were only 11 years old at the time so it only lasted a few months... "puppy love". But, she always had a special place in her heart reserved for you & we had always hoped you would someday get back together as you grew older because you were so wonderful & we loved you so much.

Every day when Jeff would come home from work he'd see you & talk to you, Eric, before even coming in to say hi to the rest of us. He couldn't wait to talk with you all the time gossiping and sharing your dreams of what you want to do to your cars next. You often helped Jeff out while injured with the snow shoveling or cutting the grass & you were a genuine friend.

You always walked across or pulled over whenever I (Alex) was driving by (even if you were with your friends; you weren't too cool to talk to your adult neighbors when you were with your buddies)... you always made me feel important to you. Sometimes, we'd talk about girls in your life (and of course I was always hoping you'd break up with them & go back to Miriah...no offense to the other girls of course... haha) but, I would listen and you would share stories with me and I felt you genuinely trusted me and respected me as I did, you.

When I close my eyes, I can see you clear as day with your beautiful smile and eyelashes fluttering with your very expressive eyes as you spoke! You were so beautiful inside & out... you were one of the kindest people I have ever known & your family was very proud of the type of person you were. You were always chipper, even if you were complaining about something, you were usually tossing something in your hands whether it be your ball, your keys or your cell phone....just very happy-go-lucky, easy-going, wonderful Eric :)

You were a part of our daily lives and we cherished our friendship with you. We will miss seeing you each & every day, Eric.

You will forever be engraved in our minds & our hearts.

We love you, Eric.
Alex Elsinga, Jeff Thomas and Miriah Thomas

Keith and To the Brander Family ~ Although I did not personally know Eric, I have 3 children myself and I can't imagine the pain you are going through at a time like this. Your family has been in my thoughts and prayers. I just found out today...

Patty Swiedals - Hickory Hills IL

Hey kid,
I hope you are in a safe place, wherever you may be. I lone for that smile and humorous jokes in class. May the real Santa bring you presents and hope you're throwing 300s. You've opened a lot of eyes, since you passed away a week and a day ago. Merry Christmas Eric. May you live on forever with you in our hearts.

Dear Eric,
I miss you so much and not a day goes by that I don't think of you and wish I could have stopped all of this from happening. You were one of my best friends and I miss sitting at my locker in the morning with you hurrying to finish our homework. You always had a smile on and would put a smile on everyone you talked to. I'll always remember when we went bowling at Town and Country. Everyone there loved you, everyone at school loved you, and all your friends and family loved you, we all still do, it just shows how much you mean to so many people. I hope you like your Christmas present I got you.
I'll keep you in my heart forever and always.
I miss you so much
Rest in Peace, Eric.

To the Brander Family ~ Although I did not personally know Eric, I have 3 children who attend PSHS and I can't imagine the pain you are going through at a time like this. Your family has been in my thoughts and prayers.

hey eric. i barely knew you but you were a great kid. You are gonna be missed by a lot of people

Eric, ill never forget the hilarious stories you told and, of course the chuck norris jokes!! Ill miss you so very much, and ill never forget you. Everything is diferent without you, save a seat for me in paradise =] i love you & rest in peace.

brander/ lamotte family;
eric will be missed terribly and will always being watching over us.
r.i.p
- the sandmire family

Eric, you wouldn't believe how much I miss you. As much as it hurts, I'm trying to remember the good times we've shared, instead of only dwelling on the bad, because I know you would've wanted me to keep smiling..you always made sure I had a smile on my face. And you did that with all those silly nicknames you used to give me..but somehow, Mel Kabob was your favorite, and its mine too. You were always nice to everyone, and you didn't deserve any of this. But for some reason, God wanted you with him now. But its okay, because even though it hurts, I know you're safe. My prayers go out to your family, and my heart goes out to you, Eric. You will always be with me, and with everyone who loves you too. p.s-I really hope you love the song I wrote.
Love always,
Mel Kabob

Eric, I only talked to you once at cortney's locker and I remember you with a smile on your face and joking with her. I regret never talking to you or even saying hi since then. its a shame what happened and neither you or your family deserved it. this definitely proves that only the good die young. please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. we miss you!!

Eric, i'm going to miss you so much, and i already do. you're always in my thoughts no matter what. when i bowl, it's for you. when i shoot my first 300, it'll be for you. it always will be too. love you, eric.

I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that your family is in my prayers. I wish you all peace and strength.

I remember being in 7th grade meeting Eric, he was a pass runner at Drauden Point. He taught me how to do the job. There wasn't that much to it but he made it fun. Eric was a funny kid. He always knew how to make people smile. And then entering high school, as a freshman, (and Eric being a sophomore), from what I think I can remember was Eric being on the golf team. He was the nicest kid ever! I miss him soooo much. And my best memory of Eric was at golf trying a couple months ago, everytime anyone would mess up on a swing he said his favorite line, "Not My Problem." and I would laugh everytime. I miss you.

To the family: I am very sorry for your loss. I hope you can remember the positive times from Eric. Thank you for your kind words at the wake. To eric's brother: You told me never to forget Eric. I can promise you that I would never forget such a kind, funny, and smart person like him.

Rest In Peace Eric

TO THE BRANDER FAMILY WE ARE SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS WE MET ERIC BEFORE AT BUS STOPS AND MY DAUGHTER WAS FRIENDS WITH HIM AND IS HAVING A HARD TIME GITTING OVER IT .IT IS VERY HARD TO STAY STRONG.ERIC WAS SO SWEET TO MY DAUGHTER.HOPE YOU GUYS STAY STRONG.I AM SO SORRY FOR YOU GUYS.I HOPE YOU GUYS STAY STRONG. FROM THE FRAISL FAMILY

Eric,

I didn't know you that well, and didn't talk to you much but I know how much you meant to Plainfield South and your family. You could make anyone laugh no matter what, and there was always a smile on your face. This loss has caused a great deal of sadness for everyone, even people who didn't know you. I wish you could see how much you meant to all of us. Look over us, and guide us in the right direction.

To the Brander family,

I can't express more how much Eric meant to all of us. You're all in my prayers. Be strong, I know Eric would want you to. He was a wonderful kid, you should be proud of such a fine son you raised.

R.I.P Eric Brander,
you will be missed by all.

Much love.

keith so sorry to hear of your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Dear Joe,Kelly and Family,
Our thoughts are with you and your family always. You are in our prayers. With deepest love and sympathy.
The Phelps'Family (Mike,Shari,Jack & Alison)

I am so sorry for your loss. I live down the street from where the accident happened and didn't even know about it until I saw the huge memorial on the side of the road. I could just tell from seeing that how special Eric must have been. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless....

Keith and The Brander Family
I am sorry to here of the loss of your son. My prayers are with through these hard times.It is the hardest thing to loose a child.
God Bless
Bernie Higgenbotham USCS Lyons

dear brander family: there are no words that any person could say that would make the pain of your loss go away ! i hope and pray with simple time things will get just a little better... take care...
dan stroening ( co-worker with Keith)

For God so loved the world that he gave His only begotten Son. Whosoever believe in Him shall not perish but have life everlasting. John 3:16

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this very difficult time. What a tragic loss for this whole community. The Taller Family Rich, Tammy, Ryan (PSHS) and Matthew

To the Brander Family: Although we didn't have the pleasure of knowing Eric, we grew up in Bridgeview with Keith and Brian. If Eric was anything like his dad and uncle, he surely was a special person. The messages in this guest book paint a picture of a wonderful young man. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Miller's (Joey, Jodie, Jeanie, Janet, Jackie & Jolene)

My heart is filled with sadness. Please know your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this unimaginable time. I wish you peace and strength.

Joe, Kelly, and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you (I can not even imagine). May you find God's comfort and peace at this difficult time. I still remember when I met Eric, I knew immediately that he had a big heart (and by all the entries how much everyone loved him). May the cherished memories fill your heart with comfort and love. Always know that you have a special guardian angel always with you and watching over you.

To the Brander Family, we did not know Eric, but our daughter goes to South and told us of the accident. We just want to extend our condolences amd let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May Eric forever live on in your hearts. The Buck Family

Brander family,

i am so sorry for your loss, eric was a good kid and friend to everyone. He always had a smile on his face and put many on others even if he didnt know them. i remember the first time i met eric, he made me laugh so hard and so many more times after that. i always looked forward to seeing him in school. he was one of those kids that made your day by just talking to him. This is by far the hardest thing that many people including me are dealing with. its almost unreal :(. i am proud of you guys for staying stong, just keep doing it. Eric is our angle and will always be. He will always and forever be in our memories and hearts.
We love and miss you So much eric, you ment the world to alot of people.

R.I.P Eric Brander
your in my thoughts and prayers everyday and always will be. Exspecailly that smile of yours, it lite up the sky. I love you very much and always will.

eric, you were the most sweetest kid ever..third period n the rest of the school will miss you soooooooo much..when i saw you at your wake last night tears just kept coming uncontrollably.. you will bee missed greatly we all loveou.. (rest in paradise hun)

eric,
everyone at south is going to miss you. you were always smiling and always making other people laugh! south will not be the same without you. i think everyone here feels the same way about what happened and agrees that it happened to early and it wasnt your time to go. we love you eric

Keith and The Brander Family,
We were so sorry to hear about your son. It is one of the hardest things to lose a son, a brother, a nephew a cousin, a child... I remember Eric in Bridgeview School when I worked there. He was the cutest kid and always had a smile on his face. He always came by and talked with me during recess. He was so sweet and so happy all the time. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If you need anything please let us know, we are here for you. Randy and Mary Carben

Dear Eric, you will always be in our hearts and missed dearly. We love you and your memories will never fade. R.I.P.

Extending deepest sympathy for you in your loss. And hoping, too, that comfort and peace may come to you.

Dear family of beloved Eric brander,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Eric was a really good friend of mine and we have made some really great memories. The death of Eric impacted out entire community and were all extremely sad to lose him. He was one of the greatest kids I know. Our deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. I'm so proud of you and your family for being so strong. This isn't easy for any of is and your not alone. Not through anything. If you need anything at all you've got a community of people willing to help.

I love Eric brander and I'll miss him more than anything but may he rest in peace. God has a plan. Everything will be okay.

Rip Eric.
I love you
and I miss you.
Behave yourself.

Eric, I will always remember all of our conversation about staying all night at the bowling alley and ghost hunting, laser tag, and paint balling. I will never ever forget you Eric. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace Red Two. Over.

RIP Eric Brander:
Great Kid
Great Bowler
Super Porter

I will miss you.

I am so sorry for your loss. I was at the wake today and it was hard for ME to see him like that, i can only imagine how you feel. im so sorry for your loss, once again. But at least we know he is in a better place and he'll be taking care of us from Heaven.

Eric, wow i have known you for 10 years ever since you were 7 and you always cracked me up. I member you always coming to my house asking if me lex or kay can come n play and when one said no you asked about the others ha. Or my favorite was Amanda wanna go to the park, i cant eric sorry, well then can i borrow your scooter and ill go to the park, and when i let you, you always brought it back after you were done ha ha ,or you always wanted all the neighborhood kids to play monkey on rocks, you were such a fun person to be around. Well all miss you and you will never be forgotten!

Joe, Kelly and family,

We are so terribly sorry for your loss. Eric was truly a remarkable person. Hopefully it gives you some sort of comfort to know how many lives Eric touched in such a positive way. I would see him frequently when he would come down to Ryan's house, and he ALWAYS said "Hi" and had some sort of small talk to share. He was such a polite and kind person, and will always be remembered.
All of you are in our thoughts, hearts and prayers during this difficult time.

Alex, Gia, Amanda, Zach & Olivia Jaskula

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Brander,

Words cannot express the tragic loss of your son. He was one of Plainfield South's brightest and he will always be remembered as he was, happy. I knew your son personally, he was a very unique human being. One of a kind. You should be proud to have raised such a man. My deepest sympathys and condolences are with your entire family. I will pray for your son.
Aldo Hernandez

To the entire Brander and LaMotte Family,
We are tremendously sorry for your tragic and devastating loss. Eric was a wonderful young man and we feel privilaged to have known him. We are sure the pain and sadness you feel right now is overwhelming but hopefully in time you will be able to find peace in the wonderful memories you have of Eric. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With great sympathy,
Kim and Will Clohecy

I went to your wake today, and i broke down crying. I was going to miss your smile when you walked into gym knowing you would kick some butt in ultimate frisbee. This is not my first time losing someone close, but when I saw the pictures; I knew this was one of the things I wouldn't forget. To live on and eternity, you will always be in my heart.

Eric's family, those hugs were much needed. Thank you. Your son opened a lot of people's eyes. I wish it didn't take a death to pull us all together as one, but we did.

Rest in peace for eternity to come. Hopefully you're bowling strikes where-ever you may be.

We are so very sorry for your loss. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.

We thought of you with love today
but that is nothing new
We thought about you yesterday
and days before that too
We think of you in silence we often speak your name
Now all we have are memories
and your picture in a frame
Your memory is our keepsake with which we'll never part
God has you in his keeping
we have you in our heart.

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Words cannot even begin to express our deepest sympathys, you should be very proud to have raised such a fine young man. As young as 8 yrs old Eric insisted he help us shovel our snow, he was cute as a button, with great manners and already making great impressions. He was loved by many, and will be greatly missed.

The Mcadams Family.

To Eric Brander's family,
We are sorry for your loss. Eric will be in our prayers;
R.I.P. Eric.

-Jennifer & Jessica Cardenas.

I'm very sorry for your loss.

Marilyn Boettger
Chicago Ridge

To Eric's family...my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. I bowl on Tuesday nights and met Eric this year. He was such a wonderful and thoughtful young man.He always talked to me about how much he cared and worried about his Mom. He is with the angels....

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Someone so speacial can never be forgotten

Praying for friends to comfort you,
faith to uphold you,
and loving memories
to help you smile again.

May the love of those around you,
help you through the days ahead.

To the entire family of Eric, our heartfelt condolences go out to you at this tragic loss. Please know that our prayers go out to you during this time. We did not know Eric personally either, but our son also bowled at PCHS and had met Eric. God Bless you.

The Span Family

We have two children that attend Plainfield South and although we didn't know Eric or your family we want to express our deepest sympathy. A entire community is mourning your loss and you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Rest in Peace eric<3 gone to soon :(

To the Brander Family:

I have only known Eric for a few years, but I can truly say that he was a wonderful person. He was so spirited and cared about everyone he knew. I NEVER heard a rude remark come from his mouth. I remember first meeting him in Intro to Computer Tech my freshmen year. I had the worst typing skills in the world, but some how, Eric helped me improve. He'd take time away from his classwork to show me little tricks that would help me become a more efficient typer. I know that this may seem a little insignificant, but I just wanted you to know that even though Eric's time on earth was short lived, he has truly impacted many lives. Your son was truly well loved, and overall, he has taught me to be patient and help others.

I am so sorry for your loss, I went to school with Eric and he was an the kindest and most loving person I have ever met... I am going to miss him sooooo Much! I am praying for you. <3 you Eric!!

Eric will forever be missed and loved. He touched so many peoples hearts. I'm very sorry for your loss. He was an amazing friend. I will always remeber him and miss him.

To Eric's Family,

We knew Eric from Saturday Bowling, High School Bowling, and the Men's Tuesday night bowling. Eric was a great young man always so very kind and will be sadly missed.

The Heintzelman Family Dave,Deb, and Tyler

To The Brander Family & Friends, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. Eric was a fantastic young man and had a bright future ahead of him. He was a very hard worker and terrific bowler. He was a great friend to our daughter, Courtney and we thank him for that. We know in our hearts that he will be in heaven looking down and watching over all of his friends and fellow bowlers. Show God and the Angels how it's done!!!!! YOU WILL BE SADLY MISSED, ERIC. God Bless

I am very sorry for your loss. I can't imagine loosing a child. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.

To the family of Eric and all his friends,
While we did not know Eric personally, my son is a bowler at PCHS and knew of him. Our hearts go out to all of you at this sad time. We send all of our thoughts and prayers to you and know that God took Eric for a reason and there will forever be a special angel watching over you all.

The Turyna Family, Plainfield

Dear Keith and Family

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your son. He is with God and your Mom & Dad.

Love

I met Eric the first day of last year our Jr. year. It was my first year at PSHS and Eric was the first person to come up to me and say "Hello." and to get to know me. Eric was a very good friend. He will be missed and always loved. my prayers are with you and your family.
RIP Eric.

keith and family my deepest sympathies to all of you. hes in the arms of angels now. lynn kelly burbank and R&B

To the Brander Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. Eric will always be remembered in the heart, mind and soul of everyone that he touched. Eric is and always will be a very much loved young man. Again our thoughts and prayers are with you.

With much love,

The Goldman Family
Jennifer Goldman (Plainfield South High School)
Debbie Goldman and Roy Goldman (Plainfield, Illinois)

Kelly, Joe & Family~

We are terribly sorry to hear of your loss, and have you in our prayers.

Joe and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss.
You are in my prayers.

To the family and friends of Eric Brander, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. As the mother of his last girlfriend, I truly trusted him and loved his kind spirit. He was such a polite and respectable young man, who loved to have fun. I will always remember Eric teasing Sam and listening to them laugh so hard it hurt. His classic line of "Not my problem" will forever etched in our hearts. A wonderful young man, you will be missed, but never forgotten.
Vicki Cichy, Plainfield, IL

Kelly, Joe, and Family,
We were so deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow and May the comfort of God help you thru this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Love,
Pam & Patrick Keeffe / Paige, Matthew, Ryan and Kelly Powers

Although we didn't meet Eric, he was a friend of my daughter's from PSHS. From all that we have read on this guest book, it makes us wish we had. He sounds like he was an outstanding young man.
Our deepest sympathies go out to your family at this time. We will keep you in our prayers.

Please know that I am praying for Eric and family.
Tom Mittler
Aux Sable Middle School

To the family and friends of Eric Brander, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. As the mother of his last girlfriend, I truly trusted him and loved his kind spirit. I truly have so many wonderful memories of Eric. He was such a polite and respectable young man, who loved to have fun. I will always remember Eric teasing Sam and listening to them laugh so hard it hurt. His classic line of "Not my problem" will forever etched in our hearts.
Many hearts are broken, but will slowly heal.
A wonderful young man, you will be missed, but never forgotten.

Brander Family,
I meet Eric during high school bowling. Everytime I meet him, we would always talk about bowling. To hear something like this makes me upset. I am very sorry for you loss. My heart and prayers go out to you guys.

Keith,Matthew,& Family,
I am so Deeply Sorry for your Loss, I can't Imagine the Pain you must be Feeling, My Thoughts and Prayers are with you Now and Forever,The Death of a Child is Far to Much Pain for Any Parent to have to Endour.
May your memories bring you comfort

Brander and LaMotte Family,
We are sorry to hear about the loss of Eric. Eric was friends with our girls Alexis, Amanda, and Kayle. They remember the times when Eric would gather all the neighborhood kids and go to the park and play baseball. He will be our angel in Aspen Meadows watching over all the children that play there. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless!!