Tue April 13
Brandon went with his dad and brother to the last regular
season Laker game. Security guards
took him from his third row seat and escorted him to the Laker locker room where
he met
Shaq . Brandon probably urged Shaq to step up to the plate for his team.
Wed April 14
Brandon experienced an early morning seizure and was taken
to the ER at Encino Hospital,
just a few miles from his dad’s house. After a positive outlook regarding his
recovery, the
situation deteriorated and he lapsed into unconsciousness. He was stabilized in
the ER and
moved to ICU on Fri April 16.
Fri April 16
Although Brandon remained unconscious, he was stable enough
to move to a private room
in Encino Hospital. He was diagnosed with a herniated brainstem which left him
in an
irreversible coma.
Sat April 17
Brandon was transported via ambulance to his home in Santa
Barbara where he is currently
resting comfortably under hospice care with his family and closest friends.
In order to respect the sanctity and serenity of Brandon
and his family, we ask that all
telephone inquiries be made to the Lewis household at 805-682-1871.
Tuesday April 20, 2004
Early this morning Brandon passed on comfortably with peace and true dignity. He was in the presence of his family and in the thoughts of all of us.
As arrangements are made for services, we will keep you informed. Brandon and his family appreciate the overwhelming love and support from everyone.
Brandon' Service
Santa Barbara Cemetery Graveside Services at 10:30 am - Monday April 26 - Across from the Bird Refuge. Reception following at The Coral Casino across from the Four Seasons Biltmore 1260 Channel Dr. in Montecito, California
Wednesday April 28th
These are the addresses that several people have requested:
Heal The Ocean, PO Box 90106, Santa Barbara, Ca. 93190
Surfrider Foundation, Santa Barbara Chapter, PO Box 21703, Santa Barbara, Ca. 93121
Susan Yates, 404-A Via Rosa, Santa Barbara, Ca. 93110
Please let me know if there are any other messages or information that you might need or want posted on the web site. This is a grieving and healing process for all of us and staying connected to Brandon through each other is a very positive thing. Susan, Warren, and Justin are overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and support during this very difficult time.