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1975
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2022
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Brandon Thornley Obituary
Brandon spent the first year of his life in California, but grew up in Smithfield, Utah. At the age of 18 months, Brandon was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy. At the time, doctors said he would not live to see his fourth birthday. However, this June, he would have celebrated his 47th.
Brandon graduated from Sky View High School in 1993 and attended Utah State University, where he met his sweetheart, Hillary Bednash. They were sealed together in the Logan LDS Temple. There was nothing Brandon loved more than his beloved companion of 26 years.
Brandon lived every day of his life with wide-eyed optimism. As a young child, he determined that he did not need to walk to be happy, regardless of what challenges laid ahead. His challenges were many, and he faced every single one of them with grace, dignity and joy.
Brandon had a vibrant mind and soul. He was the life of every party. Even if there was no party, he made it one simply by being there. His quick wit and mischievous ways filled the lives of everyone he came across with laughter and joy. Brandon loved all people, oftentimes the ones who felt most unlovable.
Brandon is survived by his wife, Hillary; his parents, Lyle and Kathy; his sisters, Tiffany Murphy, Mindy Thornley (Cory Funk) and Melissa Sorenson (Jordan); his nephews, Jake, Brandon, Grayson and Liam; and his best dog buddy, Cooper. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, his brother-in-law, Steve Murphy, and his other best dog buddy, Bentley.
A viewing will be from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, March 30th, 2022 at White Pine Funeral Services, 753 S. 100 E., Logan, Utah. Funeral services will be at noon on Thursday, March 31st, 2022 at the Nibley Stake Center, 3701 S. 450 W., with a viewing that morning from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Interment will be at the Logan City Cemetery. Memories may be shared with the family at www.whitepinefunerals.com
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Brandon Shaffer
March 31, 2022
I have great memories from high school days, goofing around with Brandon! He was always so energetic and expressive, so much personality. We both loved Terry Brooks, and he even let me borrow his copy of the newly printed Scions of Shannara -- which was a big act of trust on his part!! I haven't seen him since graduation, but I'm not surprised by the great things shared in the obituary. Wishing peace for his family.
Dorothy Avis
March 28, 2022
Lyle and Kathryn, my deepest sympathy goes out to you and Brandon´s wife. I always admired you both and his wife for all the patience and love you gave to him. What a wonderful spirit you were given to care for and love. You´re all amazing . I sure heaven is blessed with a very special angel and he can now walk on his own. I´m sure he´s with your parents and all are rejoicing . Augusta Is probably there hugging him also. Love and condolences to all the family. We will all be with them soon!
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