Brandon James

Brandon Scott James 1972 - 2009 Brandon was born in Tacoma, WA on August 14, 1972, and passed away peacefully on November 10, 2009 after a two-month illness. He is survived by his parents John and Suzanne James of Gig Harbor, twin brother Jason (Melody) of Gig Harbor, brother Douglas (Kimberly) of Collierville, TN, nieces Katelyn, Taylor, Madison and Tori, grandparents John and Edith James of Leavenworth, WA, aunts and uncles Nancy and Carl Babiar of Leavenworth and Frasia and Bruce Wright of Scotland, and cousins Dawn Darling, Marc Babiar, Susan Edwards, Leigh Venera, and Robbie and Teddy Wright. Brandon attended schools in the West End of Tacoma, graduating from Wilson High School, Class of 1991. He lettered three seasons in soccer, and twice was voted by his teammates as the outstanding defensive player. Brandon attended Pacific Lutheran University for three years. During those years he worked several summers for the Frank Russell Company. An outstanding car detailer, many of the cars he detailed were trophy winners at Porsche Club events and Mustang and Corvette shows. Brandon also loved animals, especially the family Chow. Brandon was a very outgoing young man and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A celebration of Brandon's life will be held at the Skyline Presbyterian Church, 6301 Westgate Blvd., Tacoma, WA on November 17, 2009 at 3:00 PM. The family wishes to thank the staff of Saint Anthony's Hospital, the Hospice team and staff of Manor Care Health Services of Gig Harbor, and especially the outstanding and loving care of the staff and volunteers at Franciscan Hospice House in University Place. Donations in Brandon's memory may be made to the Franciscan Hospice House, P.O. Box 1502, Tacoma, WA 98401. Please leave condolences at www.havenrest.com.