Today is the day before Thanksgiving. Today, I am thankful for family. We have eight extra people now. Three more are coming today and two after that. Yes, we are blessed!
‘My Joy and Crown’ (Ph. 4:1)
I pray David and I can always stand firm in our faith and set a good example for our family. I cannot think of anything that is better to leave behind us.
I pray you can also stand firm every day as you set an example for your family.
Read the Bible Every Day
- November 27
- Ezekiel 32:17-33:33
- Psalm 132:13-18
- Proverbs 23:23-25
- I Peter 3:13-4:11
Obituary
Brandon Cord Hammons
July 19, 1966 – November 19, 2024
Brandon Cord Hammons, 58, resident of Independence, LA was called to his eternal home on November 19, 2024. Brandon was diagnosed with CJD on November 2, 2024 and spent his last days surrounded by friends and family. Brandon was born at 7th Ward Hospital in Hammond on July 19, 1966 to Jon Hammons and Camille Russell. He attended Oak Forest Academy and graduated 1984. During those 13 years of school he developed many lifetime friendships that we cherish today. After high school, he had a short stint in the navy where he visited over 32 countries. Brandon was always a people person and enjoyed working in sales before getting his Master Plumbing license and started his own company. Brandon will be remembered for his passion for God, family, friends, and animals; as well as, his eclectic taste in music, unique sense of style, love for his LSU Tigers and of course softball. Brandon was preceded in death by his grandfather, Haynie Phillips; his uncle, Howell Phillips; grandmother, Emma Phillips; paternal grandparents, Joe Lee and Uda Hammons; aunt, Billy Joe Ann Estess; and step-father, Lawrence “Pap” Russell. Brandon is survived by his father, Jon Hammons (Lou); his mother, Camille Russell; brothers, Hagen Hammons and Jason Lasseigne; wife, Tanya Hammons; 3 daughters, Cannan, Banner, and Gyvan Hammons; aunt, Elane Phillips; cousins, Scotch Phillips and Kandy Woods.
Brandon was 24 when he met his soulmate, Tanya, who was 19 and the two married in May of 1993. They were blessed to raise 3 beautiful daughters, Cannan Carr, Banner Bell, and Gyvan ‘Mille, who filled their lives with opportunities for more loving friendships through school, church, and sports. We will always remember his laugh, generosity, creative ideas, unique pet names and common sayings like Cool Man! and Geaux Tigers! He continues to give even in death by donating his brain to the CJD Foundation to further the research and awareness of this devastating disease.
Please join us to honor Brandon with a celebration of his vibrant life on Saturday, November 30, 2024 at Harvest World Outreach, 16509 Florida Blvd. Holden, LA 70744, from 10:00AM until memorial services at 11:00AM. As a reflection of Brandon’s love for LSU and awareness of CJD, the family asks attendees to leave the suit and tie at home and wear your purple and gold attire. We thank everyone for their fervent prayers of healing and although we don’t always understand, we trust that God will use this for something better. Brandon loved God and desired to be close to him. So love Big like B, spend time with friends and family, make memories, be someone’s biggest fan, learn more about Jesus, let your light shine so another life can be saved; and you will see him again. “For those who have trusted Christ, death has no sting.” 1 Corinthians 15:55
In lieu of flowers, the family thanks you for all the blessings already given through the GO Fund Me, church, and t-shirt orders. If you still wish to give please donate to the CJD foundation or the Harvest Ministry to continue spreading love in his honor. McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, in charge of arrangements. For an online guestbook, visit http://www.mckneelys.com.
(My personal note:. Because I was a teacher from Roseland where the family was living at the time, I was asked to take Brandon and later, Hagan, to school each morning. I did this for several years. When the boys got older, I was one of their teachers. I have good memories of Brandon’s love for music and his gift for talking. I knew nothing about and big personality that reminded me frequently of his presence.)
Operation Christmas Child
Think about this. The cartons of shoeboxes for boys and girls have already arrived in Dallas and probably have been processed sending them on their long journey to boys and girls at a destination I do not yet know. Pray for the children who will receive the boxes and for their families that they may come to know and love God through the classes they will have the opportunity to attend to learn of Him.
Baptist Press
Read articles such s as the one about children’s ministry day and how FBC, Dallas will rebuild after a massive fire are their church.
FYI
FBC, Kentwood will NOT have any Wednesday night services so families can spend time together.
I’m thankful for you!
Anna Lee
The Prayer Link 
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