Obituary

Brandi June “Callahan” Mathews

25, a resident of Osage Beach, Missouri, left this earth to enter her Heavenly home January 8, 2009. She was born November 1, 1983 in Columbia, Missouri, to Mark and Deanna Callahan.

Brandi lived most of her grade school years in Camdenton, Missouri. She then moved to Lincoln, Arkansas where she attended High School. Brandi was attending State Fair Community College in Osage Beach, Missouri, at the time of her death. Brandi was baptized at the First Baptist Church in Stover, Missouri, and also attended the Church of Christ in Camdenton, Missouri.

Brandi was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Lee Herman Collins of Lincoln, Arkansas; paternal grandparents, Richard Sr and Norma June Callahan; paternal great grandparents, Norman (Jock) and Velma Burgess; maternal great grandparents, T.E. and Melodise Hale and Cecil and Claries Collins;

Survivors include her husband, Bobby Mathews; one son, which she loved very much, Caleb Mathews. Her mother and step father, Deanna and Dennis Roberts; her father, Mark Callahan of Osage Beach, Missouri, stepmother, Trish Callahan of Stover, Missouri. Her mother and father in law, Trudy and Roy Davis of Slick, Oklahoma; one brother, Colby Callahan of Iberia, Missouri; half brother, Ethan Callahan and two step sisters, Sara Forsythe and Megan Foushee of Stover, Missouri; maternal grandmother, Carol Collins of Lincoln, Arkansas; Caleb’s grandmother, Barbara Taylor of Mounds, Oklahoma. Brandi has numerous Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and many friends. We all loved her very much and will greatly miss her.

There will be a Candlelight Vigil at the Community Center in Eldon, Missouri on January 31, 2009 at 1:00 P.M.

A Memorial service will be held on February 7, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. at the Church of Christ in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. All friends and family are invited to attend. To sign the online guest book visit www.luginbuel.com
Funeral Service

1:00 pm
Candlelight Vigil at the Community Center in Eldon, Missouri - - - A Memorial Service will be held February 7, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. at the Church of Christ in Prairie Grove, Arkansas
Visitation
Visitation information unavailable.
Final Resting Place
information unavailable.
General

Nov 1, 1983

Unknown

Tributes

We were both shocked & saddened to hear this news. Our prayers are with all of you at this time. Brandi was a joy to know and her smile was always so warm and bright. There is a special place in Heaven for Angels like her. God bless you all and keep you in his loving arms during this time.
Dawn & Randal Villines - Friends
We are so sorry to hear of Brandi's passing. Although I haven't seen her in several years I will always remember her sweet smile. May God be with you and give you comfort.
Linda & Jim Yates - Great Aunt
Our Prayers are with you . She is in a better place.
Cathy Bond - Cousin
Our family is so sorry for your heartbeaking search for the truth. I can't imagine your pain. God bless Brandi, her darling son and all of your family at this dark time.
Brenda Goodman
Brandi was such a joy to have in my life. She not only was my niece but my best friend and sister. Brandi was very social, loved music, writing poetry, reading and most of all, her son. Brandi is in a safe place, with our heavenly father.
Trish (collins) Ray - Aunt
I dont know Brandi personally, but this story has touched me. I am so sorry for your loss and wish it would have turned out so differently for all that love her.
Shelly B.
Julia "may" Pascucci - Grade School
im so sorry for your loss Brandi was such a sweet woman she made everyone smile in thier own way she had that was about her she will be missed by all. May god be there to comfort you through your loss to be there to calm your tears to stand beside you when your lonely. just remeber shes looking down and smiling upon you and your family. my prayers are with you and yours.
Nancy Boatman - Friend
Brandi is one of the sweetest perople I have ever met. She is truly missed by everyone whos life she touched. God be with you her friends and family.
Patrick & Rena Cashell - Friends
Andrea Sosnowski - Former Coworker
I was in Brandi's 4th grade class. I remember spending many weekends with her and your family at you house on the lake. Last time I spoke to Brandi was right after she found out she was having a boy. She was so excited, and glowing inside and out. She was a very sweet friend to me. I'm so sorry for your family, she will be missed by many. I will remember her smile the most. My prayers are with you and her son.
Kara Nelson - Grade School Friend
I was in Brandi's 4th grade class. I remember spending many weekends with her and your family at you house on the lake. Last time I spoke to Brandi was right after she found out she was having a boy. She was so excited, and glowing inside and out. She was a very sweet friend to me. I'm so sorry for your family, she will be missed by many. I will remember her smile the most. My prayers are with you and her son.
Kara Thomas-Nelson - Grade School Friend
Deanna I think of you so often. I am so sorry for your loss. I know there is no loss like a child. You have my prayers and thoughts. I would love to hear from you some time.Love you,Vaun
Vaun Burgess - Family
I am so sad for all of Brandi's family and friends. I had lost touch with her, but as a you girl she was so beautiful and her eyes sparkled with life. She was a bit shy with those she didn't know, but very sweet. I can't imagine how diffacult this has been for all of you and my heart and prayers are there for you. If there is anything I can do to help please don't hesitate to contact me. Again I am sorry I couldn't be with you, but I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts. Always Roxanne
Roxanne "callahan" Davis - Cousin- Mark's Niece
Dave & Sarah Wilks - Friends Of Carol Collins
deanna,im so sorry i just wanted to let you know how much i love you and your family. if there is any thing i can do please dont hesitate to call me. even if you just want to talk about when we were kids i am there for you no matter what!!!! love you girl
Sherry [perkins] Leach - Cousin
Brandi u will always be the light of my life and i miss you dearly I just dont know how to go on without you there will alway be a pain in my heart I know we will be together again and you will always be my hero for the unselfish sacrifaces you made you have touched many hearts and brought many people together and that my little brainy smurf lets me know you are an angel high above i love you Brandi .. Love mom
Deanna Roberts - Mother
Brandi, You were our first grandbaby and an angel sent from God. It was by Gods grace that you made it at 2 lbs. Now your in heaven with God still the angel that you started out to be. I just dont know how we'll make it without you but just knowing I'll see you again in heaven comforts me. Love you. Grandma
Carol Collins - Grandmother
Brandi was always a fun loving, beautiful young lady, watching her grow up and seeing the promise of a lovely woman was a wonderful experience. She had so much love for her little boy, Caleb and the rest of her family, that it is a comfort to know that she is in a place where she can always watch over us and continue to be a part of our lives.
Ronnie And Joni Hale - Uncle And Aunt
I don't know how to put into words how sorry I am about your baby girl. All I know is that she is looking over you now. And remember, any time you need a hug, you know how to find me. You will always be in my prayers.
Cyndi C. - Friend
Brandi was a very special young lady with many wonderful talents. I am comforted by hearing how she touched so many lives with her friendship, smile and strong spirit. She will forever be dear to my heart and I will cherish every memory. Love, ~ Aunt Lori
Lori Devecsery - Aunt
Brandi was a very cool friend when she attended stover high school...we hung out and got into all kinds of trouble she will dearly be missed!!! RIP BRANDI
Kendra (bacon) Isbell - Aquaintance
Deanna, I am so profoundly saddened by your great loss. I truely know what is like. I can't understand the pure evil in this world. Brandi was a beautiful young woman. Though I have never met her,in person, I feel I knew her. All my prayers and compassion for you and your whole family.Love,Marianne
Marianne Asher-Chapman - Friend/boardmember/sister
Funeral Service

1:00 pm
Candlelight Vigil at the Community Center in Eldon, Missouri - - - A Memorial Service will be held February 7, 2009 at 1:00 P.M. at the Church of Christ in Prairie Grove, Arkansas
Visitation
Visitation information unavailable.
Final Resting Place
information unavailable.
General

Nov 1, 1983

Unknown