Their story started like so many have in high school as sweethearts in Solvay NY . Brandon Franklin and Maria Leonardo caught each other’s eye, and the sparks flew.

Fast forward years later and the two are in love and planning their forever. They have purchased a home to spend their lives together in. An October wedding is planned.

Sadly, fate and God had other plans for these beautiful kids.

Brandon’s suddenly passing this past Memorial Day Weekend has now left Maria with a very uncertain future.

Please find it in your hearts to help this young lady and the extended families weather the unknowns that they will face in the days and months ahead as they process the tremendous loss of Brandon.

Thank You.