Brandon’s blog
B.B. Lee……..My middle son, or as you would say, your only normal son! You were so much like me! I always saw myself in you. You were always the one who made friends with kids that needed extra work or had issues. Then you would try to help them and make them turn themselves around. You had a good heart and loved to help people. I love how deep and open you were with me. You would always speak your mind. We had a bond, where you shared everything with me. I couldn’t believe how you told me everything! I never had that relationship with my parents and you always amazed me! I miss you so much….you were my rock! I always depended on you and also, leaned on you quite often. I miss calling you when I am upset and having you to lift me up! I miss joking with you and our “girls day”! (That meant, going to the mall and BB getting a new outfit! Being that I have 3 boys and BB loved looking good, he loved shopping with me.) I miss you walking through the door yelling, “MA, where are you?” I don’t know how to go on in life without you son! I know you will give me strength! And, I know you will take good care of us, even from Heaven.
Where do I begin to tell you what wonderful friends you have made in such a short life?! I was so overwhelmed how many people loved you BB. I am so proud of you. You told me before you walked out, “Ma, you’ll see…I am going to make it big!”….And you know what…you did! You touched and inspired a lot of people, including me. I am so glad that you got a job in doing something you loved, boxing! I could tell you were happy and really living life now. Seeing it through the eyes of a mature person. Son, I was so proud of you and really thought that night, this was the right move for you. Getting the news that you were gone……..just destroyed me! Now, I am the fighter……I will fight for you! Son, I love you and I am glad you knew it and I know you loved and appreciated me! I won’t stop until I find the person who did this to you! They took a big part of me and hurt your two brothers beyond words. We will never forget you because you live in us everyday! Stay with us B, and help your brothers and me to get through this the best we can. Make sure you give a great big Kiss to Big Ari and we know he will take good care of you, just like he did here on earth. I know the two of you are having a great time, but make sure you send a lot of love down here to us three because we need it more than ever! Right now you are probably saying “Okay, ma….gotta go!” And, guess what….I am never letting you go! Love you bunches……I’m sending you a Big BB Lee Kiss……….
Mom
January 13th, 2009 at 9:19 am
Hey, B….I miss having our talks in the backyard about life! Sharing what I wanted to do in life and telling you I would take you there with me! I miss going to the movies with you and going out to eat. It was fun hanging out as brothers. When we were little we did everything together and even dressed alike. You always taught me a lot and showed me so much. When we got older, you would even protect me when anyone would say bad things about me. I remember running track with you and everyone calling us the “Evans Brothers”! I miss your cheesy smile and your humor. I even miss you being sarcastic. I can’t believe I won’t have you here to help me through life anymore. It is still so hard for me to get over this and face that you are gone. Even though you are gone, please watch over me and help me get through this crazy world.
Make me stronger, just like you! I miss you so much and I cried so hard writing this to you. Never leave me…..always be by my side! I love you B
Michael
January 13th, 2009 at 9:29 am
B.B., you were a great brother to me. You used to play with me when I was a baby and you watched me be born. You even cut my umbilical cord. We had a special bond. I love that you taught me about Reggae and Bob Marley. I love the way you danced. You taught me the B.B. Lee kiss….I will never forget it!! I miss fighting with you and you teaching me boxing. You were a great brother and I will never forget anything about you. B.B., I love you soooo….soooo…much! Watch over me and come see me in my dreams, but don’t scare me B.B.
Little Ari
January 14th, 2009 at 11:37 am
El QWESTR!!!
Brandon, your physical absence has been very tough to accept. I have so many fond memories of the good times we used to share. When we were at school, we always looked forward the the breaks between classes and lunchtime. That’s when we could always chill for a bit and talk about random events…I remember spending the night at your house, and we stayed up really late one night talking about hip-hop. The vibes and the connection was pure and deep. The rest was history. That was our introduction to underground hip-hop. Together, we dug deeper, moved further away from the mainstream. We started DJing together…going crate digging over in PB and always listening to good music. We would session at your house for hours on in, making mix tapes off old cassettes, taking turns scratching and mixing. You were the one who introduced me to my first love in high school! And I cant thank you enough. We went to our first Rock The Bells show in Anaheim all together, had a blast out there. You were there during my first painting experiences, we always had each others back! Never ever did I or you have to question that. We celebrated good times all over California…in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego. I was so excited to have you living at our house up here. You were the one who locked the vibes in place and set the tone for numerous positive things to happen for everyone. I know that you would have been a star up here. Your talents and passions were taking you to new levels of being and consciousness. Your presence was always nothing but enjoyable and positive. We lived life to the fullest everyday, it was our motto for existence. Just a week or so before your passed, we were at my work hanging out after I got off. I was on the phone with a friend and she asked what we were doing and I replied “We’re just chillin and celebrating life, want to join?” You stayed true to it B! Up until your very last day with us, you lived each day as if it was your last. You always remained humble, happy, generous, positive, loving, caring, and forever expanding. Our last night together in the park was an experience. We were having such a wonderful time that evening, listening to good music, positive vibes, family and good people with us. You were freestyling over the beats that were playing and I was so impressed. I remember thinking to myself, “hell yeah, Brandon is going to make it big with this, he’s got some true talent.” You were by my side that entire night, for the whole event. I don’t know who or what was calling you to go back to your car…I do know for certain that it pertained to nothing negative, like some of these detectives are trying to make it seem…You were absolutely in no way of doing any wrong whatsoever. I am so thankful to have found you after the shots were fired. We ran away because the shots we getting closer and closer to us…I tried calling you as we were running to see if you were all right. When you didn’t answer I knew something was wrong so I turned back and ran to where the shots came from. When I made it to the street, my brother Clemente,, Chris, and I were there with you…We were all giving you love and mass amounts of positive energy. As I was putting pressure on your wound, I was giving you words of love and positivity. You were coherent to what I was saying and you responded with your body. I was trying to ride in the ambulance with you but they would not let me. I am sorry it worked out like that B. But even though you were shot…you were at peace. When we were there with you in the street…you did not show any signs of struggle, or deep pain, you were simply at peace. I am so thankful to have been there with you. I want you to know that I love you as a brother and will always hold you down the very best that I can. We will fight, fight, fight for your justice. We will not rest until this person(s) is arrested and pays for what they have done. They took a gem from our planet. One that can never be replaced. “An eye for an eye will make the whole world blind” so I will continue my journey promoting peace and positivity among our fellow humans. I know thats what you would want. We are going to raise as much awareness as we can about the situation. Your Mom is up here at the house and we are taking good care of her. You had two loving brothers who dearly looked up to you and still do, and I want Michael and Ari to know that if you ever need anything, you have a brother up here who loves you guys and will do anything I can to help.
We all miss you dearly Brandon!! I know you are doing good up there…chillin With Bob Marley, Peter Tosh, 2-Pac, BigL, Hendrix and all the rest…jamming and making some good music.
You would be happy with all the support and love everyone has been showing you!!!
I love you my brother! Always and forever! One Love, One Heart!
To everyone still fortunate enough to be here on this Earth during these times…learn from Brandon and live your lives to the utmost fullest…don’t waste time on negative energy or negative things…life is too short and way to fragile to live with anything other than love, peace, and positivity.
Respect and Love to Christine, Michael, and Ari for staying strong for their son and brother.
January 16th, 2009 at 8:54 am
Wow, I’m sorry for your loss, he seems like a good guy. I recently moved back to Chicago from SF and I know that spot well.
Prayers from Chicago, Rest in Peace Brandon.
Eric
January 16th, 2009 at 11:47 am
i read about brandon’s murder the day after it happened and was truly outraged and disgusted to hear of it. it struck close to home for me because i recently moved here to the bay area from san diego…with all the excitement, dreams and aspirations that i’m sure brandon had. no mother should ever have to bury her child, and i hope you find the murder(s) and bring them to justice. my thoughts are with you and your family, torr
January 16th, 2009 at 12:45 pm
I live at 9th and Fulton in San Francisco,so this murder happened in my neighborhood and I did not even know about it. I read about it today in the SF Chronicle. I can’t tell you how horrifed and sorry I am. I can’t imagine what you are going through now.
I want to help by putting up flyers in GG park. I go to the park all the time with my dog and I want to help. I’m so, so sorry this happened. I know nothing I say will help but I thought if I could at least put up flyers I would be of some help to you.
Please write back and let me know if this is something that will help you.
Sincerely Yours,
Edith Bryson-Lindstrom
January 16th, 2009 at 5:21 pm
B-
We miss you! Your mom is working so hard trying to find who did this to you. Please look out for her — send her the strength you always managed to provide her with when you were here with her. She is not going to give up! You know that. She, Michael and Ari really love you and miss you so much. We all do!
Terri
January 17th, 2009 at 9:24 am
Brandon,
I never met you, but what an incredible person you were. The things family and friends posted about you were so touching. Seems you cared and shared so much with so many. People like you are forever missed and never forgotten! Justice will prevail. Sorry that such a precious life has ended. Give your mom strengh to get through this. Your brothers need her because they miss you so much.
Lori
January 17th, 2009 at 10:58 am
My heartfelt condolences to the family, and friends of Brandon. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Please know, that there are many of us out here, whom you never met, who care, and are grieving with you.
May God comfort you all, with the great comfort that only He can give.
Rest in peace, Brandon.
January 17th, 2009 at 8:33 pm
-brandon
I miss you so much & i wish this never had to happen to you, Your mom is doing an
amazing job to try and find out who did this to you. I just wish I got to know you so much
better than i did & im really going to miss visiting you in the summer with my dad.
but we all know your in a better place now watching over everyone who loves and cares so much about you.
i l0ve you so much…. && you will never be forgotten
r.i.p brandon lee eveans
January 17th, 2009 at 8:43 pm
Brandon you were an amazing person. You we’re always smiling; you also had the “prettiest” smile I have ever seen! I remember when I first met you back at Costco. I thought you were the cutest boy there! I had never seen you before so I thought you were new. You gave me butterflies when you introduced yourself, I was soooo happy and excited! I’m sorry our friendship had to end kind of sour. I’ve learned my lesson with that. It’s hard to lose a son, a brother, a friend, but at least we all know you’re in a much better place now. You’re mom and brothers aren’t alone. Fortunately, they have many people by their sides. How does look from up there? What’s Heaven like? I bet it’s amazing. Justice will be served, don’t you worry. Although noone will be able to bring you back to us, you were such a comedian that everyone has many many fond memories of you. I remember you showing me your sketch book, you were very talented. I remember we both shared an interest in HOT TOMALES! they were our favorite. You loved Arizonas and I couldn’t undertand why, they’re gross. You introduced me to Reggae and one of my favorite artists, Jah Cure. I thank you for that. Maybe it’s because you were always listening to Reggae that you were always in such a calm, happy mood. Even your old roommates dogs loved you! I’m sorry you had to go like this, but at least you weren’t alone. Rest in peace Brandon, you’re always in our prayers.
January 20th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
A guy named Eugene Zooey removed the $200 worth of flyers that Brandon’s mom put up because he thought it ruined the “looks of his neighborhood”. It would be most appreciated if you live in the community if you would place more flyers in the Golden Gate Park area as soon as possible, as they were already generating some leads for the police. They can be downloaded from this website.
If you disagree with Zooey’s actions, please send him an e-mail at zooey1998@gmail.com. Thank you!
January 20th, 2009 at 6:28 pm
Im very sorry about what happend. I may be only 10 years old and not able to do much. but ill try my best to support Brandon! I hope that those suky murders get caught and get death roll. GOD BLESS YOU BRANDON
January 22nd, 2009 at 1:48 pm
Brandon ~ I just wanted to say how very sorry I am to your family for their loss. I work with your cousin Kimberlee and she is having a hard time with you gone. I am praying for your family and praying that your murderers are caught and they are brought to justice.
January 23rd, 2009 at 12:23 am
I hope I didn’t offend you. I have no idea how you feel. The last thing I want to do is hurt you. You have my heart I wish there was something I could do to ease your pain. I wish you the best in finding the answers you are searching for.
January 31st, 2009 at 2:49 am
wow…brandon. you’re really gone? i know we haven’t really seen each other since high school but…i never in a million years would’ve thought this had happened to you…it’s hard for me to actually grasp the fact that you’re gone…i’ll forever miss that charming smile and those eyes that always had a twinkle in them…may you forever rest in peace my friend. you’ll have a piece of my heart forever. <3
February 2nd, 2009 at 10:24 pm
I would like to share my deepest sympathy to Christine and her family for their loss.
May you have strengthe during this difficult time.
Warm thoughts with peace and courage..
Christine
February 4th, 2009 at 11:42 am
Brandon
Hey hun
Sorry I took so long to talk to you! I just heard you have left us, this world we talked about one day traveling. I missed you when you moved and now gonna miss you more then never now that your gone! Atleast you won’t be here to see the world end, like we talked about. haha I must tell you tho that everytime you text or called back I would smile is joy! You always knew how to make me laugh how to forget my troubles and how to be strong! Like you were. Just know that you will always be in my heart. I never forgot about you and I never will. Love you Brandon!
To your moms, I wish I could contact you and help out in any way I can. I never got to meet you but I always heard lots about you. Would love to hear from you, Thank you!
Much love
– jackie
February 5th, 2009 at 11:28 am
I read about this tragedy in the Scripps Ranch Newsletter. 10 years ago this summer my best friend was a student at Cal-Berkeley and went to get something out of his car around 10pm. He was then kidnapped and murdered. My friend was Asian and the murderer, who was African-American, was using the stolen credit card. A smart cashier asked for ID and, obviously, saw it didn’t match. Called the cops and he is in jail for life.
Random acts of violence.
Pray for justice.
Staying positive for Brandon…
February 14th, 2009 at 9:20 pm
Just letting everyone know….I appreciate all your comments! Some have known Brandon and some did not – that is why it is important for everyone to leave a comment to help everyone feel what different connection they have had with Brandon. It helps me to see how he touched everyone and just hear the stories of my Brandon. I know when his brother’s read the comments, it too, helps them. This has been very hard for us in so many ways. For one, the not knowing and how he just did not deserve to leave us this way! I just wanted to leave a comment to let everyone know, it is okay to communicate thru this website with us. We look at it everyday, quite often! Just to let you know….because of the ongoing investigation, I can’t give details but, we have not given up and I am positive the person(s) will be found. His case is being worked, very hard and it is an important case in San Francisco! I appreciate the donations that have come through from family, friends and complete strangers, who care that much! It is so touching to see that there are still good, caring people in this world. Within a few days there should be a video of the memorial service for Brandon, for those of you who could not attend. Also, a benefit show is in the works in honor of Brandon. As soon as there is more information on that…I will post it here!
Son, I miss you so much and I just watched the NBA Allstar Slam Dunk and it was really hard to not watch it with you! There are people still coming to me, like today,who did not know that you are gone, and it is the hardest thing to tell someone! But, if it were not for the couple who did this website for you…in honor of you! I would have lost my mind by now! This has helped in so many ways. This has helped to get the message across to just who Brandon Lee Evans is and was! So a huge thank you to Mr. & Mrs. Miller. Much love! Keep it flowin’………!
February 14th, 2009 at 9:24 pm
Sorry, I forgot to tell you……..!
HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY!……….SON!
LOT’S OF BB LEE KISSES TO YOU!
February 14th, 2009 at 9:29 pm
BB Happy Valentine’s Day! I wish you could come back and I miss you. I liked when you would come home and say, “What’s up little dude”? BB your the best brother….I’m sending you big BB Lee kisses! Love you bunches…..!
February 18th, 2009 at 1:13 pm
I did not know Brandon nor his Mom or family before this tragic event, but it has been an honor to create this web site for Brandon and his family. What I have seen in blogs posts, pictures and even the media really shows that Bandon was a great older Brother, awesome Son, and a great friend to many people. He did not deserve to be taken away from his family nor his friends the way he was taken away.
I am amazed at how Christine has not given up on finding the person(s) responsible for this. I would have just given up on life, curled up and died. Brandon, your Mom is an amazing person, as well as Little Ari and Michael, and I am sure you were just as an amazing person as well Brandon. I wish I could have met you, but somehow, I have, just not in the way I wanted.
To the person(s) that did this to Brandon, you are not a man, but a wimpy scared little POS who deserves what life is going to bring to you. Be a real man and take responsibility for your actions. Turn yourself in! This is your only means of finding peace. Be a real man.
Thank you Christine for letting us help you. I wish I could have met you the kids under other circumstances but I am honored to be your friend and help you in finding justice for Brandon.
Thank you Christine, Ari, Michael !!
and thank you Brandon!
Your new Friend!
February 18th, 2009 at 10:20 pm
The memorial video is a great addition to the website! Thanks for adding it, SM!
Brandon, people have not forgotten. Your mom and others are still working hard to find who did this. We will fight on! Keep helping your mom and brothers out. They still need you.
Much love,
T
February 23rd, 2009 at 9:51 pm
To Christine and Brandon’s brothers,
Stay strong and keep your heads up, as Brandon is resting in a much better place than the world we know today. Don’t dwell on this incident as a tragedy, but use it as an inspiration to make a difference in the future and he will never be gone.
Peace, “BK”
February 26th, 2009 at 3:23 pm
brandon you came to me in a dream right after we had your celebration at the beach. we will see each other soon come visit me again… miss you lots;]’\
February 28th, 2009 at 8:57 am
good morning brandon, not a day goes by where i don’t think of you and wish you were still here with us, i sit and stare at your picture and see your beautiful face your eyes and that beautiful smile of yours, what a beautiful and handsome person you are, and the amount of friends young and old you touch with that personality you have. and how your mom raised you and your brothers with the good qualities you have, you were loved by so many people, i could see that with the celebration of life that day on the beach.. people say you are in a better place right now, but i disagree with that because you need to be here with your family it has effected your whole family, i’m so glad we have this website so we can see you each and everyday, i know this case will be solved will it gives us justice who knows, just to let you know lindsey and i miss you so much, and we do talk to your mom at least once a week (just to let you know) and michael was down here visiting lindsey, and lindsey has a crush on ari.. we love you…
March 1st, 2009 at 11:03 am
Brandon,
Memories of us in middle school still goes through my mind. I pray everyday that we will soon find who did this to you. I can assure you the person/ people who did this to you will pay. It just takes a matter of time. We love and miss you BRANDON. May you rest in paradise my friend. =) I LOVE YOU, AND WE WILL SEE EACH OTHER AGAIN.
March 13th, 2009 at 2:38 pm
a night after the shoting i got a text say brandon is died .. i didnt want to believe it the person that was respectul and kind and caring is gone i remember going to school everyday just knowing i have someone to talk to everyday to get though school… knowing that the person that did this to you isnt found makes me so mad .. its not far .. why do the good die young.. we miss you so much a week before you die i had a dream about you .. it was helping kids with needs like when we were in school togther it was awesome…we love you and miss you so much ..
March 17th, 2009 at 4:45 am
Brandon,
Everytime I feel like giving up! You must come along and push me and give me strength. Because, I am having a hard time with you gone. But, somehow…somewhere an idea pops into my mind out of nowhere and I am on another crusade to find the killer, keep your name alive and show people who you are and not what people want to perceive. Son…keep giving me the strength to continue fighting for your killer to be brought to justice. I’m on a new direction in this case and if I can’t find the killer, then I promise you that I will do you justice. By, helping others and promote peace & awareness. I will help troubled youth in your honor. I promise to keep promoting good by your name.
I know you were there with us in spirit at the Soul’s of Mischief concert. I can’t believe I met the group you loved. They put on such a great show…and took the time to honor you during the show. It really made Michael happy to see how much they cared to honor you. Michael is doing fine and I think he is being strong, now! I know you will help him get through….You really took good care of him and he knows it! (tears) As for Ari, well he misses his brother he idolized and he loves his Rasta! He made me look up last night what February 6, 1945 meant.(B.M birthdate) He saw it on a Bob Marley poster. Then we listened to Bob Marley music and he was dancing. He is handling it as well as a 7 yr. old can..but, since he was so close to you..the love for you is still present and not in the past. We talk about you all the time and it helps!
That night at the concert I met a guy http://www.sanzpareil.com He offered to do a video and place it on his website. We just did it and I must say, he went above and beyond to do this for us. He has a clothing line…that most of you would wear…so, please show your support for him doing this for Brandon and support his clothing line. He is making sure this gets out as much as he can, please post it on your myspace, facebook or anywhere you would like.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBq44KE1tqg
Again, keeping Brandon’s name out there helps in many ways; It makes people want to help. It could possibly bring someone forward and give information on the killer(s). It continues to make people aware of guns & youth violence. It could possibly help change someones life. Remember, Brandon….those who knew him, know he would want to promote this as a positive and it’s hard for me to see it this way, as many others may feel the same but, it is what Brandon would want. Remember, he loved to help everyone and was very lifting and loving and did not like violence. And, at the least it helps all of us that lost Brandon, cope with keeping him alive in this manner.
One more thing!….San Francisco Police just put up a REWARD for $25,000. for the capture & conviction of the killer(s). Hopefully, this will help bring someone forward. Keep praying that our day will come, when we can see “JUSTICE FOR BRANDON”!
March 22nd, 2009 at 10:20 pm
Hi cousin
Letting you know i haven’t forgotten about you i miss you so much i have your pictures all
in my room that your mom sent to Alyssa and I. && everytime i hear BOB MARLEY music
playing i think of you and start to cry because I know that you deserve to be here right now
and not away from your family we love you so much i miss you !!!!
March 31st, 2009 at 5:59 pm
Brandon, May you rest in peace. You were a great kid and I am sure that your Mother and Brothers miss you dearly. While in Heaven, send your family and friends strength so that they can get through the day.
April 1st, 2009 at 10:52 am
I’m very sorry for your loss.
I am a resident of San Francisco, adjacent to GG Park on Fulton and Arguello near where your son was killed.
This northeast section of Golden Gate Park , including the abandoned Horseshoe Pits , despite its proximity to tourist attractions such as the Conservatory of Flowers and ironically the SFRPD HQ , is dangerous. During the past several years various concerned citizens have been working to restore the Oak Woodlands that cover the area and advocate for increased public safety and resolution for the abandoned Hoseshoe Pits. This area has been a focus for transient loitering and camping, drug use, and dumping. The Mayor’s Office, the local Richmond district Supervisor, the SF Rec and Park Dept. , the SFPD and the court system had all been generally disinterested in responding to citizen pressure to do something about this section of GG Park. In 2007 appeals by local volunteers to The SF Chronicle’s journalist C.W. Nevius ( a dogged reporter ) managed to get some effective media coverage and improvement to public safety. Since then the situation has stagnated and this eastern end of the Park continues to be a dumping ground for transients and measures to improve public safety by improving trails , managing the landscape and resolving the Horseshoe Pits issue have stalled. My view is that bureaucratic indifference and a willingness to put off tough decisions played a large part in your son’s killing.
If you have any anger directed towards public officials . I understand.
Sincerely ROB BAKEWELL
April 4th, 2009 at 3:29 am
Dear Mrs Evans,
I to am Mortified by learning of the pure unadulterated EVIL that
took Brandon so young! I walk not far from where it happened
late at night (insomnia), when its not cold & windy. I pray for
you all, & pray the killer is found! I,ll remember Brandon when
i walk at night always!
Sincerely,
Teddy (43rd Ave)
April 5th, 2009 at 2:49 pm
I didn’t know Brandon but it doesn’t matter. I have printed many flyers and they will be distriubted. This is a sad story. I want to help find the person(s) responsible for this brutal slaying.
April 15th, 2009 at 1:06 pm
I hope u find justice…. the night that happened sveral young kids who rob people looking for weed took off from the park. later on they ran their mouths about accidentally shooting someone. too many streetkids know about this, ironically the people who said they did this weren’t homeless. i dont know if they did, just what they said. i hope this makes a differance. they would come to hippie hill with their sister every day and they would jack marks while she slung weed and x. your son didnt deserve this. i hope this helps.
April 15th, 2009 at 6:55 pm
Dear Concerned Streetkid,
First let me tell you how much it has meant for me to hear from you! I really needed to hear this and I am so grateful you cared to tell me. Can you imagine what your parents would be going thru if they lost you in this manner…without knowing? It is the worst pain a parent will ever feel. I don’t know how to express how thankful I am to you and would love it..if you would contact me thru my email and not on the blog.
rewardforbrandon@gmail.com
April 15th, 2009 at 7:46 pm
Brandon,
I have been thinking about you a lot latley…and thinking a lot about your family. I pray that Michael is able to to be strong without you, as you were a big part of his strength. We all miss you and know your up there smiling down at us all. Thinking of you…
Amber
April 26th, 2009 at 7:38 am
I was so sorry to hear about Brandon’s death and also angry at the same time. I don’t know if I every met Brandon but I always see his brother Michael at work when I go grocery shopping. He told me what had happened so I had to come to this web-site to get more of the details. I just want to let the family know that just know that God is in charge and he knows who did it and they will be brought to justice. Even if we should never know, all that matters is that God takes care of people like the ones that did Brandon harm. My prayers is that we will be able to see it. To the mom, you have wonderful sons. I love the pictures and I just thank God for pictures. I know when you have a chance to just sit and relect on each one it puts a smile on your face and you can keep going on. I know your family is together and will keep on living just as Brandon would want you to. I don’t have to worry if he is alright because I know he is. I’m pretty sure he would want you to know the same. Stay in God’s Word everyday because everyday in it even in a case such is this it’s still a good and blessed day. I say this because without Him, your lost and will never have that peace of mind. God’s blessing on all of the family.
Hey, Michael? This is the lady with the afro sometimes and walks the big dog, called Mufasa just in case your not sure who this is.
April 26th, 2009 at 10:44 pm
Brandon…I just keep thinking this is so unfair!!!!! So unfair. You are such an amazing person. I think about you and your family everyday. It’s still not real to me..you are so missed. We all love you! My husband and I call my son BB…..every time i say it..i think of you. BB…you will be missed!
April 27th, 2009 at 8:06 am
Christine, hang in there. This type of crime may take awhile to solve. I believe it will only be a matter of time and all will come to light. Brandon was a part of my life and gave me joy. My son, Manuel, introduced me to Brandon. I had met you a couple of times as well. At the request of my son – and Brandon, I began training Brandon at boxing at my home and on Miramar. I shared many hours with Brandon and found him to be a GREAT young man. I was proud that my son had friends like Brandon. When I was first told of this crime I felt a great loss. Brandon touched my life with his laughter, courage and strength and I will never forget him. I hope the truth comes out in the wash! In the mean time, find the strength to make it through the days. My son, Manuel, is currently serving in Balad, Iraq. He sends his love and strength as well. Brandon is missed beyond belief and comprehension.
April 30th, 2009 at 9:21 am
It’s been 5 months now, and it still has not gotten any easier. I’m still dealing with so much that has to be taken care of for Brandon. I have the hardest time understanding how so many people that know who did this to Brandon, won’t come forward. I understand the stigma of being a “snitch” but, this was an innocent person who’s life was taken. We all know he did nothing to deserve this! I hope and pray that one day soon, someone will come forward and give the information needed to make sure the person(s) who did this pays for their wrong doing. I’m asked quite often if the person is caught will I forgive them. And, you know what until, you are in the moment you can’t answer a question like that. I do try to think about how Brandon would want me to feel and when the time comes I will keep this in mind. Since, Brandon was taken in such a manner that was so not deserved….I at least think he deserves to rest in peace knowing this person is off the streets and all of us…family, friends and people who have come to know Brandon through this tragedy, can rest assured….”Justice is served”!
I lost my partner who I was with for 9 yrs. on November 21, 2006 and now Brandon November 29, 2008. This is what I and my two other boys have had to deal with and it has not been easy! Please, if anyone knows anything….come forward! I know you may have many reasons not to, but until you experience what we have (and, you never know…you could) it hurts beyond words! This could be you, and your parents having to live through this horrible pain! My email address: rewardforbrandon@gmail.com. Please help us!
May 8th, 2009 at 6:07 pm
I just heard the bad news.
My heart goes out to the whole family and all those effected.
I remember a long time ago when my mother use to provide child care for the family.
I will miss ya b.
Ps mike get in contact with me.
Love y’all
Big bro
Jayson
May 11th, 2009 at 5:20 pm
i miss you so much words cant explain my feelings and emotions. i just know that i miss you and love you with all my heart and this is still so hard for me to take in. thanks for always being by my side. i know we will be together again soon. i know you are with me spiritually at all times but i still miss you.
thanks for all your incredible signs. i love you baby <3
j102205b 143!
May 12th, 2009 at 7:17 am
good morning brandon.. last night lindsey and i were looking at pictures of you, michael and lindsey when you were little kids you had that beautiful smile then, it was still beautiful as you got older, not a day goes by where your name isn’t mention either in this house or my friends or my husband family asking me how your mom and brothers are doing..your mom gave me some of your flowers from your celebration of life, i took them home and made sure they were in a safe place because i wanted to save them forever, they now sit in a beautiful vase in my bedroom, so you are with me each and everyday..we love youuuuuuuuuuuu
May 12th, 2009 at 9:58 am
BB Lee…..today is Silas “21st” Birthday and I know you are sending mass love to him on this special day. Just to let everyone know…..Silas was there with Brandon holding him before he left us! I know it must be really hard to have to live with this memory. At the same time, I am thankful Brandon was being held and loved before he left us all.
I know if you were here, you would be celebrating it with Silas and that is exactly what we did for you! We made sure you were part of the celebration. Silas, we wish you a “Happy 21st Birthday”! Lots of love, peace and wonderful events to come into your life. You will have wonderful things coming your way as you enter adulthood. I am glad that you have great friends to continue your journey in this life. You’ll always have a special place in the hearts of Me, Michael, Ari and the rest of my family. Love you lots!
Cheers!
May 29th, 2009 at 5:50 pm
Hey Brandon,
I just wanted to leave a note on the 6 month anniversary date. We all still miss you very much. Your mom, Mike & Ari are still working hard for your justice. I know it will be found someday…hopefully soon. In the meantime, please continue to guide them and help them to carry on until you meet again.
Love,
Terri
June 1st, 2009 at 12:36 am
WoW! Finally, we are home! This was a very….busy, 4 days in SF. Lots of support and so much love from the SF community. I have to say thank you to all the staff who came together and supported the 6 month mark of Brandon leaving this world. We met so many wonderful people this trip and I have to admit…SF is growing on me. We felt Brandon around us, all weekend. We had a lot of signs, that Brandon was proud, that his family came to do more work. We made a memorial site at Golden Gate Park. I will place a picture on here real soon~! This was done with everyone in mind, that knew Brandon or have come to know Brandon. We listened to reggae at the embarcadero and took in, a lot of love and support from the SF community. It is finally paying off and we saw it this trip. Almost everyone we came in contact with knew of Brandon’s sad story. So, this means it is spreading more and more in the city. I know with the love and support of SF….we will do this! I truly believe that Brandon’s killer(s) feel bad for what they have done and I am hoping that the love and support out there in SF will push these people forward and do the right thing! I was fortunate to meet, “The Roots”. Another, group Brandon loved. I gave them Brandon’s reward flyers and asked that they help put the word out there. Again, see how much support Brandon has….unbelievable!
So once again, I have to ask…..Please, if anyone knows anything regarding any information pertaining to Brandon. YOU…can call the phone numbers on this website or email (this goes directly to me) rewardforbrandon@gmail.com.
Thank you, for all the love and support from everyone out there. I truly appreciate everyones help….big and small. Stay safe and let’s not give up….let’s continue to work together!!!! Brandon we love you bunches! We miss you so much…….XOXOXOX
Love,
Mom, Michael & Ari
June 4th, 2009 at 10:09 am
Brandon!
i love you & miss you very much
June 4th, 2009 at 11:24 pm
http://www.flickr.com/photos/evansfine/sets/72157619269548116/
Until, I place the photo’s of Brandon’s Memorial site in San Francisco, please view them here.
June 13th, 2009 at 8:33 am
I never met Brandon, but I heard about this over my friend’s myspace.
Brandon sounds like such a good person; he didn’t deserve death.
Peace, Love, and Hope, from San Diego
(I’m going to Scripps Ranch High.)
June 30th, 2009 at 5:48 pm
Hey B,
7 months and I still think of you every day and pray for justice every night. Until we meet again…
T
July 2nd, 2009 at 1:00 pm
Christine, this is Joseph with Brinks Home Security now Broadview Security. I just wanted to take the time to say that I am truly sorry for your loss and I am glad we were able to help you in some way. I hope that time will heal and that justice is served. May peace and happiness find you always, Ma’am
July 3rd, 2009 at 1:04 pm
just wanted to say i miss you and love you
July 11th, 2009 at 2:50 pm
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2009/07/10/BA7C18MEC2.DTL
I wanted to share with everyone the posters that just went up. For those who donated towards the fund, this is to show what I did with the money. We just spent 5 days in SF and we did a lot of work. When I get back home, I will place more photos and more information on the site. Thank you for all the love and support.
July 13th, 2009 at 8:38 pm
I just read about Brandon in the Chronicle this past week.
I feel for you and your family. I live near the park at 6th and Irving, and it’s unnerving to know that things like this happen so close by. I’m impressed and moved by your efforts. Keep doing what you’re doing. It makes a difference and honors him as well as others. I made a small donation to the fund. I hope your efforts are rewarded.
Peace to you.
John Donohie
July 18th, 2009 at 11:11 pm
We just got back on the 15th and I apologize not blogging about this trip. These trips are getting harder in everyway for us. This was the most successful trip ever. Again, the citizens of SF are so compassionate and more people are getting involved. The City if finally starting to step up. Golden Gate Park Officials will now start hanging the Reward flyers in the park. I’m working on radio stations and, the Muni Transportation is now going to have an answer in August, about hanging the flyers on the buses/trains. Comedy Day in GG Park will honor a tribute to Brandon in September and a few other things are in the works.
The posters are a huge success. For those who donated, a huge portion went to making the posters and the sites were donated by JCDecaux. Brandon’s story is very well known in SF…finally! After, many trips to SF…it is now starting to show. Sometimes, I feel like giving up and just quiting, then someone comes along and says something or does something and, there I go again. So, please know….everyone of you have helped us in many ways. We truly appreciate your kindness and, just reaching out to us. It helps!
Just know, if I don’t say it enough…..THANK YOU! You all know who you are….XOXO
I could not do this, without all of YOU!
July 28th, 2009 at 4:01 pm
xoxo….
August 6th, 2009 at 1:38 pm
Today, I found a college paper Brandon wrote….titled, “Special Person” Here are a few parts, I would like to share with everyone. To show you, what a great Kid….My Son, Brandon Lee Evans was and is….!
My Mom is a very strong person, who I can always look up to for advice. She is very special to me because she has taught me how to love, to be loyal, and how to sacrifice. She sacrified her life to raise us and give us everything we need. My Mother is the one person who I can say, I truly love and will stay loyal to forever. I will sacrifice everything for the “Special Person”, in my life…forever!
There was a lot more, but it was too personal to share. Wow! Almost 9 months, and the pain seems to get worse. I really thought by now…the killer would be known and would begin to pay for what he/she did. It is hard to go on in life, without knowing who, what, why? The things I have had to deal with and the decisions….have been so hard on me, and my health. But, no matter what….I will not give up!
Son, I don’t know why reading this hurt so much. Because, I knew this and you told me often. We shared everything and we were sooo…much alike! It was crazy how we knew eachother, so well. I am so thankful for all the memories good, funny, and bad; that I get to have for the rest of my life. Your character was the best! I miss you and love you bunches!
As always, if anyone knows anything….please come forward to either the inspectors or to me. My email is rewardforbrandon@gmail.com
Much Love
August 9th, 2009 at 9:55 pm
Hey what sup B?! I was watching the Floyd Mayweather highlights and you came across my mind. Damn kid i missed you…I remember looking back at 8th grade when we first met in Mrs. Black’s class and how I would always see you across my street. I remember you telling me all sorts of stories about girls and how you be pulln them girls with your fresh prince flat top! I dont know how you don’t but it was fly tho. Remember the summer when u were at Von and Kelvins house for like what a month? It was fun chilln with you all summer long. I miss those days chilling with you sitting on the bleachers every morning before we would hit the weights and goofing around in construction class at Scripps Ranch high. I Remember the last time we saw each other before you went to Frisco was at da club. I still cant believe you danced with all of those big girls that i pointed out, your crazy! I cant believe we stayed up till 6 AM talking all night in the back yard. I know how much you like mayweather, cotto, and pacquiao. I cant believe Manny is fighting in the Welterweight division now and his next fight is with cotto, isnt that crazy?! I wish you were here to watch it with me. Thank you for everything, your my inspiration.
Much love,
-Kevin N.
August 14th, 2009 at 10:08 pm
wuhsup B, hows it goin up there . i finally got to visit where u passed away n i wouldnt stop crying once we got there. i wish u never have died cous you were such a nice person, da nicest person ever , why would someone do this to you. remember wen u lived wid us for a couple months , n everyday u would go 2 my school to pick me up n walk me home. then u moved to virginia a lil after christmas n after i gave u ur present , i cried a lil … n almost every party n camping trip u wud come along . i felt like u were apart of our family n u were , u were a big brother . in alot of our old family photo albumns there would always be a picture with you in it .i remember while i would b on the computer u wud b watchin jamaican movies n my head wud hurt cous i couldnt understand wuht they were saying ahah n remember the video on you n von dueling yu gi oh then kelvin farted n blamed it on da chairr hahahh. wen u passed away kelvin told me n at first i thought he was joking buht and then i asked mom n they told me about wuht happened. after that i couldnt help buht cry n think about how i grew up having you around at every get together , party , christmas , thanksgiving , ect …. after that , every night i pray for you n hope that your alright up there n that u watch over me through tough times.
REST IN PARADISE
BB LEE AKA BRANDON LEE EVANS
ONE LOVE
-Alecx Omo
August 17th, 2009 at 10:01 pm
BB Lee/Lil Dude,
Today is what would have been Big Ari’s 44th Birthday! I started thinking of all the things he did for you in your short life. You know he really loved you as one of his own, and always referred to you as his son! He always called you Lil Dude….and spoiled you rotten! He loved to take you shopping and have you help him pick out clothes (of course, you got one too!) I am so glad you guys had a great relationship. I know it really hurt you when he died, and it left you with a big void. We talked about this and I read a few poems you wrote to/about him. I could feel your pain. But, I know the two of you are together, and I know….he is so happy to take care of you again. He has his Lil’ Dude! I know if he was alive he would be doing 10 times more than I am to find who killed you.
I am glad to know that you have Ari to help you and take care of you. I guess if I can’t be there to do it. I’m glad he can. Because of him, I am able to fight hard for you son. Give him lots of love from us. Lil’ Ari talked to you today, and asked for you to give his Dad a big hug and a kiss and tell him, “Happy Birthday”! This is really hard for me to have lost the both of you and I miss you both very much. I send lots of love and kisses to you both.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ARI….XOXO!!!!
Son,….Love you, bunches….XOXO!!!!
August 29th, 2009 at 10:34 am
This banner is being flown today in hopes that someone will come forward with information on who killed my son. I know there are many people out there who know who did it, but won’t come forward for one reason or another. I beg for you to just take that step in helping Brandon’s brothers, family & friends to have closure and for justice to be served. Any information is so appreciated. Even if you think it is not much or it may be nothing….let the inspectors decide. You may just have the missing part to the puzzle.
Someone blogged in April on this website and I know you had some compassion to the circumstance…so, please I beg you to just go a step further and contact me. You can email me at rewardforbrandon@gmail.com……!!! I do thank you for telling me this information and it was a little comforting to know something!! But, please I beg anyone out there to come forward & help me! As I know, “he did not do anything to deserve this”! So, with that said, please have some compassion and love and come forward at least to me!! Don’t sit back with information that can help my family and don’t be afraid, you have my word to help keep it confidential.
Today is 9 months Brandon Lee Evans has been gone from us and it doesn’t get any easier. If anything it gets harder as time goes on and there are no answers. Please help me….come forward and help us!
Much love,
Brandon’s Mom, brothers, family & friends
http://blogs.sfweekly.com/thesnitch/2009/08/outside_lands_bans_mother_of_m.php
August 29th, 2009 at 3:48 pm
To Brandon’s family:
i cannot imagine the pain that ur family is going through because of the loss of this young man.i saw the sign on a plane flying over crissy fields at golden gate. I can never imagine how painful it could be to lose someone that quickly. im terribly sorry for your loss and i hope that God will help lead the police to find the killer. i will keep your family in my prayers and remember that God always has a plan for every life.May God bless you and your children. Sincerely, Hannah and family
August 29th, 2009 at 10:29 pm
I saw the jet flying over Berkeley today and was saddened to know that someone lost their son. I cant imagine the pain you and your family must be going through. I pray that justice for Brandon will come soon and that whoever did this will pay for their crime. I am sorry that this happened to your son. Brandon seemed like a great kid, and its just a shame that his life was cut so short. I know that he is in a better place, and that God will care for him. I pray that God will also give you strength to continue searching for his killer, and that he/she is caught soon.
Sincerely,
Seina
August 29th, 2009 at 11:35 pm
I saw the banner flying over Ocean Beach today and couldnt help but start crying because it brought back memories of 5 years ago when I to lost a family member (Justine Vanderschoot) from a murder. It is the hardest thing to ever go through in your whole life and I am sorry that you and your family are being put through this. The pain never goes away but i pray that you and your family pull through this and that justice is served!!
Rest in Peace Brandon!
September 1st, 2009 at 6:44 am
Oh my god…I cannot believe this. Its been years since I’ve seen Brandon and Mikey. I just got the message from Stephanie and I am still in shock. He grew up to be a beautiful boy. I can still see the cheesy grin…
Chris, if there is anything you and the boys ever need, let me know. I live in the Bay and remember this happening…It just never dawned on me it was THAT Brandon Evans…
Give Mikey hugs for me.
September 5th, 2009 at 2:10 am
I know it is very hard for you to keep going but you are very strong you will get justice
for Brandon You and Ari and Michael alway have a place to stay up here and Brandon
I Love you
September 19th, 2009 at 10:16 am
On September 12th, at the Horseshoe Pits a Grand Re-Opening Celebration took place. Many thanks to everyone involved who dedicated a lot of time, money & great efforts to clean up and make this a happy, fun place to play horseshoes. The Guardsmen, Peter, Park & Rec Department and all the individuals who cared to make this happen. It was such a great day!
This was the last place on earth that my son, Brandon….had fun listening to music. Up until now….I had a hard time going out there and was very scared, and it gave me such a sad feeling. When I found out what the plans were for this area…I for once had something positive to look forward to. Now, I feel happy and I love seeing people out there having fun.
This is something I will fight hard to keep going. If anyone would like to donate to keep up the efforts and keep the last place Brandon last visited…alive, safe and clean. Please go to:
http://www.sfhorseshoepitching.com/ There is still a lot of work to be done. This is a bunch of great positive people doing hard work, and they include Brandon’s memory in all of this. So, please know…this is the only positive thing that has happened since we all lost Brandon.
Below is a link with pictures from this fun event that took place. The Mayor, Gavin Newsom came out to support all these efforts and throw the first horseshoe with the World Champion Brian Simmons of Vermont. Ari (Brandon’s younger brother) even got lessons from Brian. Ari now loves horseshoes and will play there everytime we go to Golden Gate Park. So, if you ever get a chance to go to San Francisco….it will be easy to find Brandon’s Memorial area…by the way, the City is now thinking of making Brandon’s Memorial a permanent place in the park. If you go there…stop by and play a little horseshoes and think of Brandon. This is the very last place Brandon visited. It brings back a feeling of happiness to know, that you are at the very last place having fun…just as he did.
Gallery View
http://markrogersphotography.smugmug.com/Client-Proofs/Events/Golden-Gate-Park-Horeshoe/9640783_HKgLX#650343090_9bmvB
Slideshow View
http://markrogersphotography.smugmug.com/photos/swfpopup.mg?AlbumID=9640783&AlbumKey=HKgLX
September 19th, 2009 at 1:00 pm
mayweather vs. marquez… ill be thinking of you.<3
September 27th, 2009 at 2:10 pm
There is an annual event that happens in Golden Gate Park, it’s called….Comedy Day. On September 20th, the promoters for this event were happy to honor Brandon at their event. Below is the statement they announced from the stage and in addition the Boy Scouts handed out flyers, tables had Brandon’s flyers and they hung a poster of Brandon’s Reward. A huge Thank You to Comedy Day for honoring Brandon and keeping the word out there to promote Peace & Awareness.
STATEMENT:
In November 2008, Brandon Lee Evans, the 20-year old son of Christine Evans, was murdered in GG Park. His mother has asked us to honor his memory by asking for help to find answers to who murdered her son. Get involved…please spread the word to help create public awareness. If everyone lends a helping hand we can see this world begin to change. Please go to http://www.justiceforbrandon.com.
Keep Christine’s story and the memory of Brandon alive so we can find justice for a boy who did not deserve to have his life cut so short.
Brandon had a good sense of humor and I know, he would have been at this event. So, this was a great place to honor Brandon. As soon, as I get photo’s or video…I will place it on here.
I had a dream of Brandon…last night! He was smiling at me and no words said, just smiling…! It made me believe he was trying to tell me he is happy, happy with all that I have done, all the decisions-I’ve had to make. Just seeing him smile…put a warm feeling in my heart…at a time, that I need it the most!
Again, whoever blogged in April….Please contact me: rewardforbrandon@gmail.com
I really need to speak to you!!~Please if anyone has any information, please contact me at the above email address, if you would rather deal with me and keep it private. Or, you may contact the inspector. Whatever makes you comfortable….Please Help!
October 2nd, 2009 at 7:23 pm
Ashley & Alyssa,
Sorry, your comment accidently got erased! I just wanted to let you know….re-do another comment. I am so sorry…I felt bad, just glad I could remember who wrote the last one!!!
Love Auntie Christine
P.S. Call your Auntie Cathleen
October 3rd, 2009 at 9:55 am
Hi Auntie,
We talked to Auntie Cathleen last night. She told us to read the comment you left on this page for us. Hope you, lil Ari and Michael are doing fine. Thank’s for letting us know that our comment was accidently deleted. We love and miss you Brandon!
Love you Bunches.
October 4th, 2009 at 8:57 am
Today, another banner will be flown all over the Bay area between 1-3 p.m. A good friend who was a big male role model for Michael & Brandon when they were little reached out to do another banner, in hopes to get more information.
Please help us & come forward with any information or ideas to help solve this murder. You may contact the SFPD or you can email me, (his mother) & talk to me. We need closure…the year of his death is coming up, and I want this solved. If you can help, contact me at: rewardforbrandon@gmail.com
Much love,
Brandon’s Family & Loved Ones….
October 18th, 2009 at 7:51 am
Today is a big special day for you….Brandon! I hope you enjoy and just know we all love you & miss you! My son….! Oh, how I miss you, and how much your brothers miss you, too!
LoVe Mom, Michael & Ari
XOXOXOX
Love you bunches……..You are my sunshine, my only sunshine
October 18th, 2009 at 6:09 pm
BRANDON..MY THOUGHTS ARE THERE TODAY-WITH YOU!!! ON THIS SPECIAL DAY YOUR MOM, MICHAEL AND ARI PLANNED FOR YOU, WISH I WAS THERE.. LOVE AND MISS YOU.. YOU’LL NEVER KNOW HOW MUCH????????????
October 19th, 2009 at 1:28 am
Brandon,
I’m mesmerized by the love and support from friends and family, you truly are a blessing and light in this world. Although I didn’t know you I’ve heard many great things about you and it’s no wonder there is so much love and support and positive energy coming to you and your family. Thank you for letting me be a part of such a special day today!
One Love,
Shiloh
October 23rd, 2009 at 11:20 am
We had a huge Party at the last place Brandon & his family spent together. It was so beautiful and it brought together many people that were very important in our lives. Brandon’s Family, his babysitter & for 7 yrs., my best friend who use to take Michael & Brandon for months during the summer to spend time with the boys. His best friends, and their family. Many of his friends from Jr. High, High School, College. His co-workers from Costco. We had 4 D.J’s from Access Music in P.B. that took the time to provide the beats for the night. Brandon had been shopping at Access since he was 14 yrs. old. Thank you to everyone who took the time to come and celebrate Brandon’s 21st Birthday! We had great prizes for the raffle. Thank you for the donations that were given in support to the 3 causes. I will be working on that this next week to present the donations to the 3 causes. I will blog about that next week. Also, the pictures are being worked on as we speak. There were over 200 pictures taken that night. I too, will let you know how to access those. Thank you Shiloh for doing an awesome job on taking the pictures, so we can always have this day to remember.
Many people wanted shirts that I had made. If you did not get my word that night, that I would have one made for you. Please email me at: rewardforbrandon@gmail.com I have no problem getting them made. I want to thank all my friends and family for supporting me through all the good and bad times. I know, sometimes I am not the easiest person…!
To all of Brandon’s friends, thank you for being such a great friend and keeping in touch with me & the boys. It is so nice, I hear a lot of you say…that I am a great memory of Brandon…well, I feel the same! When I’m around you guys, I feel the presence of Brandon. Please feel free to call or email any time. I have no problem, keeping you guys in the loop. I’m greatful that Brandon has such wonderful friends. Just do well, and continue striving for the best and by doing that, you will make this a better world.
Again, I will let you know where all the money went and how to access the pictures of Brandon’s 21st Birthday sometime next week. I am in the middle of working on a few more things for Brandon. I will let you know, soon!
Please if anyone out there knows any information to what, who, how did this to my son….Brandon Lee Evans…..! Please contact me at: rewardforbrandon@gmail.com
Maybe, we can meet and talk in person, if you want. I appreciate any information that anyone has or wants to give me!
Peace & Love,
Christine, Michael & Ari….
….”There is no love without forgiveness, and there is no forgiveness without love”….
–Bob Marley
October 27th, 2009 at 11:15 pm
As you can see we added a new page for Brandon’s “21st” Birthday Celebration of Life. Please enjoy the pictures of everyone celebrating Brandon. We love you Brandon and I am so glad we did this for you!
Another banner will be flown for your 21st birthday in SF; I want everyone to see…November 1st would have been, my Brandon’s birthday. Please not only give to us, but to Brandon….the respect to come forward and give information to me or the SFPD. This would be the best gift anyone could give to honor a young man who’s life did not deserve to be cut short.
Please someone come forward and do the right thing! My email is: rewardforbrandon@gmail.com
Much Love,
Brandon’s Mom & Brother’s
Who love & miss him!
October 28th, 2009 at 11:14 pm
Hello Evans family,
I just wanted to send a quick hello and a HUGE applause for Ms. Evans and the rest of the crew that has been helping out with the search efforts. I know how incredibly difficult it feels to go on with life after a family loss this deep, so to see your continuous efforts amazes and inspires me to appreciate life as I am sure Brandon did.
I was actually in Brandon’s math class my freshman and sophomore years of high school.. geometry with Ms Nguyen and Algebra II with Mr. Burrell. We also had the same chemistry class sophomore year now that I remember.
What I remember most about Brandon is he had the FRESHEST gear on campus!! This dude knew how to dress!! And I never saw him wear the same thing twice…even though that may sound somewhat materialistic of me, its the truth and I was always impressed by his matching wardrobe…one time, even Mrs. Polanco, our chem teacher commented on his orange & hemp Nikes! They were really nice :]
He was such a well-mannered human being as well, I was always amazed by his presence for that reason. I am envious of those who got to know him a little better, for I had always admired from a distance. He was indeed a very handsome man and had an even more beautiful character…
I am writing on the blog today to also voice my support for the justice in this matter..
If you have any information at all or may know someone who does, use the contact information on this website to let people know!! Especially ‘concernedstreetkid’ who posted in April with some very crucial information.
To Ms. Evans, thank you so much for demonstrating to us all what true love and devotion really means…our unfamiliarity with each other is irrelevant in this cause and I am fully supportive of your movement!
Keep on Keepin On,
Rocio Cordova
San Diego
October 29th, 2009 at 7:27 pm
I don’t even know where to begin, my heart goes out to you Christine, Michael and lil Ari. I really hate that I’m just now hearing about your loss. i hadn’t seen Brandon since he was a lil guy. He’s was the same age as my son Darion. I still have pictures of my son and Michael and Brandon at my moms house in Oxnard. My son was just learning how to walk and Michael and Brandon were right there next to him. Although it’s been a while since I’ve seen all of you, I can’t help but feel as though I’ve lost a part of my family. you all in my prayers. I wish you all Peace and blessings. Anything I can do, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Much Love,
Kashia and Darion
October 31st, 2009 at 11:11 pm
Hi B~
Just wanted to wish you a happy 21st birthday. Glad I was able to be a part of your celebration on 10/18. Brandon, you are thought of so often by so many people, and this time of year makes your absence even more noticeable. You were so loved by so many people. You are very much in our thoughts always, but in particular, this month of November. Happy Birthday to you!!
Terri
November 1st, 2009 at 6:28 am
My BB Lee…..
Son, I know we had big plans for your 21st to go and celebrate together with Michael & Ari; that is why we had the big celebration for you at our favorite spot to hang out. I know you were not big on birthday celebrations but this was the one we were going to do big. I hope you enjoyed the celebration we did for you and saw how much you are loved. I don’t even know what to say today….! For once, I am lost for words!?
You were born at 5:49am in San Diego, weighing 8lbs. 8oz. & always an easy baby. I can not believe what a beautiful person you turned out to be. You not only were good looking, your personality was beautiful, too! You know, every time I hear a story about you….how people were connected to you….it makes me so happy. Because being your mother, everyone thinks….well of course she will say positive things about him. So, when people write stuff about you, it is sad and makes me cry. The tears are not sad tears, it just makes me realize that it is not just me….you were a beautiful person all around. Then I think, Wow! Such a great person was taken just way too, soon! I try to stay positive most of the time, but hey…I am human this whole thing is just sooo…hard for me to understand. I know I break down every now and then, and I think back when I lost big Ari….Brandon use to say, Ma….he would not want you to be like this! It is just so hard, I don’t know how I do it? I miss you…..B
I did not want to make this a sad time, so….HAPPY BIRTHDAY…BB…LEE
Today, a banner will fly in San Francisco from 1-3pm….It will have a 10′ x 20′ picture of you and read: HAPPY B-DAY!…JUSTICEFORBRANDON.COM this is a way to show you we are thinking of you on your special day and to remind the person or people who know who killed my SON…that today is his 21st birthday! A reminder of what you did and hopefully, we will receive a special gift today with more information on who took his life away before he could ever see 21, graduate college, travel, buy a house, get married and have a beautiful child.
One day my son, we will meet again and I just can’t wait to give you a big hug and a big BB Lee kiss!!! I miss you sooo much and I just can’t believe you have been away from us this long. They say it gets easier, but I have not felt it yet! I want you to know, I will never give up and I know, one day….justice will be served and questions will be answered.
Have a Happy Birthday son,…in Heaven and send some angels our way to watch over us and help guide us to deal with this tragedy that has left us with many questions. You are missed and loved and your memories live on everyday. I have never felt so lost for words. There is so much I want to say, but just can’t get it out! I have never felt like this…I guess that goes to show you….I still can’t believe your gone!
Son, I love you….HAPPY 21st BIRTHDAY…LOVE YOU BUNCHES!
Love Mom…or, as you called me…MA!
(Oh, how I miss you walking in the house yelling MA! Where are you? What are you doing? Let’s go somewhere!)
November 1st, 2009 at 8:37 am
HAPPY BIRTHDAY….BB
I am so happy B, because it’s your birthday! The banner is flying today. Maybe someone will give us a lead. BB….I LOVE YOU….SOOOO….MUCH! And, I know that you love me sooo…much, too! If you were here I would give you lots of BB Lee Kisses. Remember you taught me how to do the BB Lee Kiss. Oh, how I miss you so much! I know that you were at the party. I had fun hanging out with all of your friends. I bet you are watching over me right now. B….I remember when you took me lots of places, like Legoland. B….you have always been a great brother to me. I am going to be a great dresser like you, when I grow up!I remember, when you use to call me little dude. Because that is what my Dad called you…! I ….MISS YOU SOOOO….MUCH!
LOVE LITTLE DUDE
Ari…8 yrs. old
November 1st, 2009 at 10:10 am
Happy 21st Birthday Brandon !!! I wish that i could of been a part of your birthday party celebration. & could of celebrated with all of our family and your friends. i love you so much Brandon & i miss you !!!
November 1st, 2009 at 10:26 am
HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRANDON!!!! I really wish that you were here to celebrate your birthday with all of us. This first year without you has been really hard on all of us; your friends, and family. Even though your not here right now, we all still keep you with us in our hearts. None of us will ever forget you or ever stop loving you. So I just wanted to wish you a happy birthday and I will forever miss you.
-Auntie Christine,
Ashley and I just wanted to know how we could possibly get one of those bracelets that have Brandon’s name on it. Love you and take care.
November 1st, 2009 at 10:30 am
Your auntie frances, says today November 1 2009 , I’m wishing my nephew Brandon who has the most beautiful dimple smile, and a special heart about him. A Very Special Happy Birthday Today.
November 1st, 2009 at 10:36 am
Brandon, my beautiful little cousin. I think about you all the time especially today on your 21st birthday. I still can’t belive you’re not here. today I’m going to celebrate you by remembering all the fun times we used to have together like when we were little and you me and michael all used to go to gramma’s house for the summer’s. We had so much fun playing in her backyard in that playhouse.Gosh i remember we would stay and play in there all day until Gramma told us to come inside. oh and when you would throw the basketball over the backyard fence just so YOU
could be the one to climb over and get it!!! And at night when it was time for bed you me and michael would all climb in that big bed and cuddle up together and fall asleep. we called each other the ” Three burritos” instead of the ” three Amigo’s”. we thought that was sooooo funny, and the perfect thing to call ourselves.
Oh let me not forget what I think is the most special, most amazing memory of mine of the night little Ari was born.We were all there and in the room, and when he was born you cut the embilical cord. You were so excited to have done it. And so proud too.
I love my cousin Brandon and wish he had the chance to continue living the beautiful life he was living before he was taken from us. I can’t wait for the day justice for Brandon is finally served. He was not just a boy in the park that was killed, He is a brother, cousin, nephew, Grandson, friend and most important he is the son of a mother who’s heart is broken. I want justice for brandon so my Auntie Christine can have just one little bit of closer for herself and for Brandon and the rest of the people that love and miss him.It is the worst feeling to know the person who killed your son and and family member is still out there living a life, all the while taken somone so precious from so many people.
I love you Brandon and will celebrate your life today on your 21st birthday!!!
love always your cousin Lindsey.
xoxo!!!!
November 1st, 2009 at 10:43 am
just wanted to say HAPPY 21st BIRTHDAY and that Francene and I were very pleased to
be at your celebration with your mom and brothers and friends.
Love Always Uncle Wally
November 1st, 2009 at 3:13 pm
HAPPY 21ST BRANDON. i just want to say that i know u are having a blast in heaven i miss you soo much and me and all my friends celebrated your birthday at midnight we all said happy birthday it was sooo nice!! but at the same time it was soo hard because you werent here i just miss you so much and its soo hard to accept that ur gone but i just want to say that i love you with all my heaart babe. mwuahhh!
xoxoxox
muchos kisses from me to you
143
November 1st, 2009 at 7:44 pm
Brandon,
. You were so much more than a friend. You were someone that went from being a friend, to getting on my nerves, to me having a secret crush on you. Haha. The fact that you are gone still seems foreign to me. The man that you grew into, is someone I am proud to say I know and love. You are an amazing person and the world is a worse place for your absence. I think of you constantly, stopping myself mid-thought before I get clouded with my tears. It hurts that I am not home to see the family and visit you. I know you are looking down on us all and want you to know that I love you very much, and I miss you beyond words.
First, let me say Happy Birthday!
I’ve come to this site quite a few times, and I’m sorry I couldn’t write before. When I found out you had past, although I hadn’t seen you since Michael’s graduation party, it felt like a hole went straight through me. I didn’t know what to think, what to do, I was in complete shock. There are days when I am on myspace and I see your brother’s and your profile and I almost can’t look at the default picture. I want to click on it, but I don’t think I am strong enough most days. I remember growing up with you. Man, the things we would do. Haha. Only you and I would know
Chris: I am sorry for not writing sooner. I am embarrassed because you are in a far worse position than me and I still can’t bear to think about him for too long. I’m glad Mom, Jimmy, and Jayson were able to go to Brandon’s birthday celebration. I wish I could have been there. Justice will be served and Brandon will not have died in vain. His name will help more than you know and he will have a greater purpose in life and death. God bless you and I pray for you, Michael and Ari all the time.
Love you all,
Angelyna
November 22nd, 2009 at 2:08 am
Dear Mrs Evans,
Things any better,now?
Interesting i write on my moms birthday.
Been some time since your mail.
Has anything happened ?
Warmly,
Teddy (43rd/{pint Lobos)
November 23rd, 2009 at 11:43 pm
To everyone who has been there for me and my family. To those of you who have helped tremendously on finding justice for Brandon. To my family…thanks for being there for me! To all my friends, thanks for putting up with me! To all of you who knew Brandon & showed how much you cared. To those who did not know Brandon, but cared to lend a hand or kind words. I WANT TO TELL YOU…..THANK YOU! I WOULD NOT BE SO STRONG TODAY, IF IT WAS NOT… FOR ALL OF YOU!!! I would also, like to thank the SFPD for those who have worked hard on my son’s case.
I am writing today, to ask everyone who comes across this website to remember, and set aside time on Sunday, 11/29/09 to please say a prayer in whatever, belief system you may hold. Please let’s all come together and through prayer/words try to send some positive energy out to help find who killed our Brandon Lee Evans. Also, for the person who did this to never harm another human being and make another family suffer. May they get help and come forward and turn their life around. Another banner will be flown on the anniversary date from 1-3pm; Again, it will have Brandon’s picture and the words: ONE YEAR TODAY!…JusticeForBrandon.com
My sincere appreciation
Much Love,
Christine
November 26th, 2009 at 7:08 pm
Hey Brandon,
Just thinking of you and wishing you were here on Thanksgiving.
Love,
Terri
November 26th, 2009 at 8:05 pm
HAPPY THANKSGIVING…..SON!
I can still remember last year….! You called in the morning and you were so excited that you and your roommates were cooking & cleaning for Thanksgiving. You were excited, because it was all organic and everyone was pitching in to do it. Then you called me later in the evening to tell me how good it turned out, and how much fun you had. Then you said you were lighting a fire outside to eat dessert next to the fire. I said, “Oh, I am so jealous….I wish I was there!” You said, “Next year….ma!” : (
I have thought of you so much today, because I can remember how happy you were just one year ago. I wish I never let you go…I wish there was a way I could have made you stay….! But, I am so glad my last memory with you was seeing you very happy. It really makes a difference to know you were happy, you were having fun & you were fulfilling a dream to move to San Francisco. I just want you to know….these next few days are going to be hard on us all. Please be with us and give us the strength to deal with the sorrow we will have the next few days.
Also, I have met more people who knew you these past few weeks. And, it is unbelievable how many people you knew. It is amazing to be so young and know so many people. I had no clue how much of a people person you were. Okay, I don’t want to make this a sad blog….! Just know you are loved and missed. We think of you all the time and I will strive to always keep your name alive and strong….so that no one ever forgets that we still need JUSTICE. I wish I could hug you and give you a big BB Lee kiss…………..!
Your family….
Ma, Michael, & Ari
November 26th, 2009 at 10:47 pm
brandon..happy thanksgiving..sitting here thinking of you and reading all the blogs which becomes very emotional for me, but then today i was talking to someone who is very close to you and she had to remind me what a good life you had up until the end.. you had many many good friends young and old, you were a great kid, never got into trouble, and you were happy with everything you did..but then i already knew all of that..just remember how much you are LOVED and MISSED..auntie will be thinking of you on sunday, i was telling lindsey how i love looking at your pictures everyday, and she said mom yes he is a cutie..much love to your mom and brothers..love you
November 28th, 2009 at 1:48 pm
B.B.Lee!!
The day before Thanksgiving I had a dream that you came to the house for Thanksgiving. We were hanging out and celebrating like last year…the dream was so vivid and seemed so real. Your voice and persona was as if you never left…I laughed and cried in the dream..but when I awoke, I was so happy and thankful to have hung out with you in my dream. That was the second vivid dream Ive had with you in it. Thanks for visiting me in my sleep B!
Today is a hard day for us all…One year ago tonight you were shot and killed in the park. I will never forget that tragic night. Ever. Not a day has gone by where I don’t think of it. At the same time I know you lived a good life and you were a very happy person. Your happiness and positivity spread like wild fire everywhere you went and touched so many people. I am so thankful to have known you the way I did and for us to have so many wonderful memories. Although your physical being is no longer with us…I continue to feel your energy and aura. I feel your presence when I look into the sun..or when I see a shooting star. You are dearly loved and missed everyday Brandon! We continue to seek justice for your case. Love and Blessings to all of Brandon’s family & friends!
During this holiday season, cherish the time spent with loved ones & friends…give thanks for being fortunate enough to experience another day on this earth.
Spread love and positivity.
With all my love to Brandon, Christine, Michael, and Ari *
November 29th, 2009 at 8:40 am
One year ago today, Brandon was taken from us. I would like this to be a positive day and remember the good times with Brandon. I just think if we all remain positive…..something good will come through. So, much has happened, and I have learned a lot. I can’t even tell you how much I miss him & how hard it is to loose a child who you have dedicated your life to raise him, to be a great person. But, I know he is still being the great person he is, just not here on Earth.
Today, between 1-3pm a banner will be flown in San Francisco. I hope that someone comes forward with more information to help us with giving Brandon the Justice he deserves. Today, will be a day to honor Brandon & celebrate him for who he was & is. Just to let everyone know, Brandon’s Memorial Stone in Golden Gate Park is still there and the community does take care of it. It is nicely kept and I am so amazed that complete strangers care and respect it.
Also, please know that Brandon’s REWARD IS NOW……$75,000. FOR INFORMATION LEADING TO THE ARREST OF THE PERSON(S) WHO KILLED BRANDON LEE EVANS.
Let’s all say a prayer that today is the day……We finally get JUSTICE SERVED!!!! And, Silas…..your words were just so amazing, and he is right….Spread Love & Positivity!!!!
Much Love,
Christine Evans
Brandon’s Mom
November 29th, 2009 at 9:13 am
It is with a heavy heart that this one year anniversary arrives. You are missed so much by your family and friends. I continue to pray for your soul, for justice, and for your family’s peace every day. I know there will be justice someday…that is inevitable.
Christine, Michael & Ari, you are in my thoughts and prayers so much today. I know this is a particularly difficult day to recognize, and this is a difficult time of year. Stay strong, as you have. I am so proud of how you have continued to fight for Brandon’s justice. You have accomplished so much through your efforts. Without them, not nearly as much would have been done. I do believe God has given you the strength to get through this, and Brandon’s presence has been felt by all that knew him even after he departed this earth.
If I may quote someone close to me, “When you think about the fact that we are really just spiritual souls in earthly bodies, rather than human bodies with spiritual souls, you realize that no one ever really leaves us, any more than Christ left us.”
Love,
Terri
November 29th, 2009 at 10:53 am
It has been 1 year since you have been gone. B….I love you soooo……much! I can’t believe I have not seen you in a year. I can’t believe this happened to you. Today we will celebrate & honor you. The last time I saw you, I am so glad I took a picture with you. Thanks for teaching me some boxing. I took some flowers for you to the memorial site. People were playing horseshoes & having a good time. Because of you it is nicer out there. We hung flyers for you because the reward is now $75,000.
Could you please come to me in my dreams because it would make me feel close to you! I love you & miss you!
Your Lil’ Dude
Ari…….
November 29th, 2009 at 11:02 am
We are here to be with you on this day. We love you and miss you.
Love with Prayers,
Uncle Wally, Aunt Frances, Cousins Kim & Frank
“Angels Please Watch Over Our Brandon”
November 29th, 2009 at 11:14 am
I love you Brandon….! I will always miss you…..!
I am so glad I got to talk to you on the phone the day you past away. I will always cherish that moment. And, also the picture we took before you left. I really felt your presence at your 21st Birthday Party. I had a drink in honor of you (Red Stripe, of course!). This day will always be a time when I will honor you & think of you.
Your Brother,
Michael Evans
………..”One Love, One Heart……Let’s get together and be alright”!………….
November 29th, 2009 at 8:42 pm
Rest in Paradise B , i cant believe its already been one year.i miss and love you soo much B
Alecx
November 30th, 2009 at 3:21 pm
Brandon Lee Evans!!!
I cant believe its already been a YEAR since you have been taken out of all our lives. Its
really sad that someone had to do this to you & we still dont know who that person or person(s) is. But i know one day & hopfully soon we will know. Because, your mom & everybody else is doing such a WONDERFUl job to make that happen. & I just want to let you know that i LOVE YOU! & MISS YOU! so much.
P.S. Auntie Christine Alyssa and I recived the braclets a few days ago thank you so much for sending us some, they are really nice!!!!
& i miss you too Ari & Michael!!!
November 30th, 2009 at 9:17 pm
brandon..exactly at 8:17 p.m. tonight i was coming home from costco..when i saw that shooting star in front of me, and i thought of you, i guess you were telling me hello.. and then i remember what silas had wrote he feels your presence when he see a shooting star..i had such a good feeling inside of me.much love auntie
December 24th, 2009 at 7:18 pm
Son,
Missing you so much today! And, you know why…..! You would have been the first to come to me today….! I love you…and, miss you sooooo…..much!
Missing You…..!
Love Your Ma….
December 25th, 2009 at 3:34 am
merry christmas love! miss you so much!!
christmas isnt the same without you.
christine happy birthday!
God bless you.
December 25th, 2009 at 12:54 pm
MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY KWANZAA………….!!!
It is so odd to not have you here on Christmas morning. You were the first one up, every morning even our last Christmas in 2007. We did a Rasta Christmas tree in honor of you with the topping of your 21st birthday cake (picture of you!) It was absolutely, gorgeous! We played Bob Marley this morning as we prepared for our day of outings to friends houses. You are forever in our hearts and minds and just know you are loved and missed. We love you and we will never give up hope. Tomorrow, we will spend time with Denice & her kids and talk about all the good times with you guys growing up. As always, we will celebrate you and the great memories of your legacy you left behind.
One Love, One Heart!
Much Love….Son, brother….!
Your Ma, Michael & Ari…..Love you bunches!
P.S. Give big Ari lots of love and I’m ever so glad he is there to take care of you and be by your side. Oh, and HAPPY HANUKKAH….(lol)
December 25th, 2009 at 8:39 pm
merry christmas brandon.. as always i wish you were here, it always helps talking to your mom, she has so many good memories of you, which she always shares with me.. i still have memories of you when you were little..playing with michael and lindsey..what a handsome kid you turned out to be..i still think you look like your mom.. thinking of you always with lots of love..
January 3rd, 2010 at 12:01 am
Hey B,
There’s no significant date or reason for my writing, other than the fact that you have been on my mind even more than usual. There is probably not a day that goes by that I don’t think about you, and I know that means that probably an hour does not pass that your mom and brothers don’t think about you. I can’t hear a good reggae song, see a bumblebee, or look in your mom’s eyes without thinking of you. It’s 2010 and I say “Peace to you, brother. You have eternal happiness now and you are never forgotten.”
Terri
January 12th, 2010 at 4:58 pm
It seems strange to be wishing You Christine, Michael and Ari a Happy New Year. I know it can’t possibly be as joyous as it should be. I’m sure Brandon is looking down on all of you wishing you the same. Like Angels do! Christine you know if you need anything, don’t hesitate to pick up the phone and call me.
Much Love to All of you
Kashia & Darion
January 29th, 2010 at 1:46 am
i miss you sooooo much <3
February 3rd, 2010 at 11:56 pm
i miss and love you very much!
.i have learned so much from you and everyday i wake up and pray to God to give me the strength i need to get up and go to work or school. GOD has been so great to me he never fails me. Waking up to ur picture each morning puts a smile on my face. i really miss you though! i know you are happy to see how strong and how good im doing but sometimes i just wish u were still here to share all these moments with me.i love you always.
i went to earthbound radio station the other night and listened to norm spinn it was so sick the whole time i was there i couldnt help but to think of you cus i know how happy you would of been to be there. i feel your presence everywhere i go. Thank you for the great years we were together. We were so in love its crazy cus people always tell me jasmin Brandon loved you so much and i feel so good when ppl tell me that
xoxoxoxo. 143
February 5th, 2010 at 9:16 pm
HI ,SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS,MY SON WAS KILLED IN AUGUST 9TH.2009,HE WAS 25 YEARS OLD,POLICE HAVE NO LIDS,IM GOING CRAZY,I HAVE NO HELP….DONT KNOW WATH TO DO,CAN YOU HELP,SOME IDEA,PLEASE,THANKS AND GOD BLESS