10/20/1992 - 2/04/2007
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I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge --myth is more potent than history -- dreams are more powerful than facts -- hope always triumphs over experience -- laughter is the cure for grief --love is stronger than death.
Robert Fulghum
If you would like to contribute to the memorial with your thoughts, memories and experiences with Braden - send an e-mail with your message to mrcard@mrcard.org with Braden in the subject line. You do not have to sign your work if you do not wish to.
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Some Thoughts and Memories from Lincoln students...
Class of 2007 |
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| Braden, I miss you so much. I love you and I will always cherish the moments we had together in soccer. I remember at Robs party, you picked me up on youre shoulders and walked around. I still can't believe that you're gone. Although I know you're in a way better place than here. If I could have a chance to bring you back, I wouldnt take it, because I know you're happy in Heaven with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. When I close my eyes, I still see your smile and hear your laughter. I remember the last time I saw you...you were walking down the hallways with your cell phone out...texting...and your mom said that you always had it on your hip... you had sooo many things planned for your life, but this is the one thing that is the best...you in heaven with Jesus Christ. I think we can all learn from your life...to be nice to everyone and to care for everyone. I love you Braden. Love Always... Toby P. |
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One time in P.E. we were running the fence line. It was me, Braden, Colton, Rose and Andres. All of a sudden Braden started making a noise - it was like 'buzzy-buzzy', and he tells Andres it's from 'Sponge Bob' when he wants to be a jelly fish. Braden says 'I wanna be a jelly fish'. It was so funny. He was always happy and so nice. I will always remember him. I love you Braden. I will miss you... Love ya, Steph |
| Dear B, You are the greatest boy that I have ever met. You were always smiling, always laughing and always having a good time. The 14 years that you lived, were so filled with joy, laughter and most of all, love. Your personality stood out beyond everyones. It brought a smile to everyones face, no matter how corny or how geeky you were. =] All I know is you brought me so many great memories and so many wonderful things to remember, and I just can't thank you enough. Yes, your are missed terribly, but we all know your in a much better place. I know you're watching over us, and that gives me great comfort. I have known you since we were what...3? And the 11 years that you were in my life were just amazing. This whole incidence has changed the way I feel about things, and my complete outlook on life. It's just absolutely amazing. You will always, always be remembered no matter what. We all miss your amazing personality and your ability to cheer us up when we were down. We all miss hearing your catchy laugh. But most of all, we miss YOU. Just know Braden, that I love you with all my heart and I will never ever ever ever forget about you. You will always have a place in my heart, no matter what. I love you. <3 Love always, Ashley Rook |
We will miss u !!! In Loving Memory of Braden People that knew Braden loved him and people that didn't feel something for him knew he was one of the best basketball and football players. He was also a good friend. He has left an emptiness in everyone's heart, but we all have to remember that he is in a better place now. Braden is a new angel that we will miss. I have a saying that says: An angel always holds a beautiful candle but if you cry too much for an angel all he will carry is a bag of water. We all want a beautiful candle , so please, just smile and hold on to your pain so Braden will be happy in Heaven like he was here on Earth. Always your loved ones - (a student) |
Braden was such a good kid ! I will say I'm not happy he's gone but I will say I'm happy that he doesn't have to go through any more of this unhappiness going on right now. He is at peace and will be remembered forever because I will tell his story to my children and they will tell it to theirs. They say pictures can keep memories, but pictures fade and get ruined. The best way is to keep remembering and loving Braden. Memories never die. In loving memory of Braden Aboud.... You will be missed, we love you always and forever! Class of 2007 |
I will always remember how Braden would brighten my day - he would never let me be sad. Having him in my classes was the best thing ever. I was never not smiling in those classes. He was a great guy and I have never met anyone like him before in my life. He has touched my heart. He was not just another guy friend anyone could have. He will always be in my heart and in my prayers. I love Braden so much and will never forget him. Now I really know what it means 'you never really know what you have, until it is gone'. Love always and forever, Brianna E. |
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I never really spoke with Braden that much these three years of middle school, although I wish I had. I did talk to him during elementary school in Zach White, and let me tell you, he was a blast. So many good times in elementary school. It makes me feel bad that I didn't take the time to sit down and have a good conversation with him. Braden was a very good person. Right now, he is in a better place, but in friends and family members who loved him, he will always be in our hearts. Julio S. |
After this incident I realized that life is very precious and you can hand it over to God in a millisecond. Braden was a cool guy, a good friend. I went to Zach White with him in the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grades. I hope the whole 8th grade can remember him as long as we all live. To lose a good friend , even though I did not know him very well, makes me sad just to think about it. I feel crushed and I feel like crying. But the good thing is he is happy forever with God in heaven and he will be eternally blessed. We will always remember him, Berttini A. |
I know I might not have known him as long as Jordan, Rachel, Cassi, even Adam and Dallas, but Braden was NOT the kind of boy that would sit in the back of the room during 4th period in Mr. Card's class and be anti-social. Braden was the opposite. He was the kind of boy who you would see in the hall's and he would come to be one of your closest, loving and caring friends. Braden was one of the most loving and caring boys ever. Last night I found out (about the accident) and couldn't believe it! He's gone. After spending about 3 hours crying I thought I would let him rest in peace. But then words came out of my mouth that I never thought I would say! "God is selfish!" I said, more like yelled. Why would God take some innocent boys life just so he could have more angels. It didn't seem possible. How could this be/ After a long talk with my mother i realized it wasn't all God's fault. Braden was a good kid, and unfortunately there aren't many of those left, so I guess the best thing for him would be to let him rest in peace. |
Braden has always been my best friend. I remember him when I was first friends with him. He has always going to be my friend and he will forever and ever. I remember I first met him in elementry school. He would always be so funny and tell a lot of jokes. I will never forget this friend.He was more like my brother to me. May u rest in peace braden.Never forget u Boy. \ From Jose F. |
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| Everyone says "Why are you crying?? You didn't even know him!!" but the thing is, even if I didn't know him like best friend know him, I still talked to him here and there and I remember he used to always smile all the time and it's kinda hard not to be upset that he is gone and not here without us because of the fact that he was an awesome person and still my friend and now it's hard for me to even go to Ms. Lowree's class because he sat like 2 or 3 seats down from me and he would always make it fun, especially when he made fun of Gieger lol!! But all in all, he was a great friend and an awesome person and I just wish I could've gotten to know him a little better....Losing a friend is always hard but eventually we'll all get over it...even if it might take some time.........I love you and i just wish you would come back!!!!! ~~~***|b|R|i|i|***~~~ |
Dear Braden, Ole buddy, ole buddy, ole buddy, ole pal, I am going to miss you so much! I will miss the way you and Mr. Card made fun of me in class. Remember when I would give you all of the answers in science class! Don't tell him! Anyways, I'm going to miss you Braden! You made me feel like I was someone - not a nobody. I will remember you as a fun, important, energetic, smart, respectful, responsible....Oh, well, your everything! I asked that we keep your seat reserved for you for the rest of the year, because we will not forget you. Love you Braden, I will never forget you! Love ya, Eva Marie L
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Braden, I remember everyday Braden would come into class with such a big smile on his face. He always seemed to be such a happy guy! Since I have known him in the 4th or 5th grade he always made the class laugh! And his eyes would light up every time he laughed. I miss Braden and always will - he won't be forgotten. Gabby H. |
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I AM NOT THERE
Do not stand at my grave and weep;
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sunlight on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn's rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush,
Of quiet birds circled flight
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry. I am not there. I did not die.
-Robert Hepburn (In Memory of Norbert C. Gessner)
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