Brandon Michael Whetsel
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Brandon Michael Whetsel, 37, of Lee’s Summit, MO, passed away on November 11, 2018, at home with his family after an 18-month battle with peritoneal mesothelioma. He was born on January 16, 1981, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO, and was an only child to Tonya and Jim Whetsel. Brandon was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching the Chiefs, Royals and Missouri Tigers. He played baseball, basketball and football while growing up and through his years at Raytown High School. Brandon was employed by Teva Pharmaceuticals/AssistRX. He was a member of Summit Park Church in Lee’s Summit. Brandon’s engaging smile and fun-loving personality drew people to him. He loved his family and friends deeply, and we will miss him every single day.
Brandon will be lovingly remembered by his wife and best friend, Kristen, and daughters, Avery and Kayleigh. He also leaves behind his parents, Tonya and Jim; his parents-in-law, Debbie and Greg Cardona; his grandmother, Marge Whetsel; and many other family members and friends.
Brandon was preceded in death by his Granny and Papa, Dorothea and Roy Pendergist; his grandmother, Adalyn Holdshoe; and his grandfather, Ray Whetsel.
A family-friendly celebration of Brandon’s life will be held on Friday, November 16, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Yellow Rock Barn, 8307 Westridge Rd, Raytown, MO 64138. Family and friends are invited to wear their favorite Chiefs, Royals or Mizzou gear in his memory. (No KU gear, please. 😉 ) Memorial donations may be made to the Brandon Whetsel Memorial Fund (for the benefit of Avery Whetsel) at UMB Bank by visiting any branch or by mail at UMB Bank, Mailstop 1020601, PO Box 419226, Kansas City, MO 64141-6226; to Summit Park Church at 2818 NE Independence Ave, Lee’s Summit, MO 64064; or to the cancer organization of your choice.
We would like to thank Brandon’s care team at KU Cancer Center and at KC Hospice and Palliative Care. Special thanks to his nurse, Kim, who cared for him in his final weeks.
B!!! So many High school memories! You were always genuine. That legacy will cary on with your daughters. Rest easy.
As you know, Brandon was such a great person, and we met in high school. After high school, I would see him at work at a fitness gym. I remember being shocked seeing him there because it was a senior living gym, but then I realized he had the personality that was perfect to mingle and bring light to others. His heart shined bright! He was a blessing to whomever he encountered.
Brandon you were truly an amazing person , so many memories and so many laughs we shared! a true fighter until the end. Ill be praying for your wife and daughters. You were a blessing.
This remembrance and planned Celebration of Life for Brandon is so perfect; so him. He will be there and he will watch with love for how much he was cared about. When I think of Brandon what I remember is his happy, smiling, easy demeanor. I am a parent of one of his middle school and high school friends. I took them to an overnight, week long summer basketball camp at Mizzou and I am glad I, and my son, were able to know him. Rest In Peace, Brandon.
I don’t know you but am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God please let him Rest In Peace. Please Lord Jesus watch over his family and wrap your arms around his family to get through this horrible sadness..
Brandon was positive and energetic. He was a strong leader who led by example. I am fortunate to have know Brandon and his parents, Jim and Tonya. The Cowan family will miss Brandon. We will think of him often. Our best to his family, parents and friends.