Words of love
We are eternally grateful for the love and support you have shown to our family and Brooke.
Every memory and thought you share with us is so treasured!
Jennifers song for Brooke
August 24th 2018
Tomorrow marks 3 months since you've been gone and I can hardly believe it. It's been three months since I've seen your beautiful face and heard your amazing laugh. I know that you're doing amazing things up above us and I can't wait for the day we can be reunited again! I wrote this song for Brooke, and I never share singing videos so please go easy on me. My voice isn't perfect but my words are from the heart! I miss you everyday Brooke, see you again soon 🌙
Rebekah Ruth Andersen
June 21st 2019- Samuel and I have been jamming out to our Death Cab for Cutie this week. It reminds me of the good old days with Kat and Jenny! Their concert was a blast! I love how music has the power to connect us with our loved ones and captures memories and emotions in a way nothing else can
Brooke’s Father’s Day post from 2014 💕
Rebekah Ruth Andersen
May 25th 2018- One year without Brooke. We feel her absence and miss her everyday. But we all felt her close this day as my mother went through the temple on her behalf. We could feel her excitement and joy on this sacred day.
Jennifer Hirschi
May 25th 2019- It is hard to believe it's been one year without beautiful Brooke Folkman on this earth. Today has been difficult in so many ways, but it has also been tremendously beautiful. The feelings felt in the temple as Sandy Folkmanwent through for Brooke were so sacred and special, and something I will hold dear to my heart forever!
The lunch afterward was beautiful and so precious, hearing about memories with Brooke from loved ones in attendance.
The releasing of the doves was incredible, and I could truly feel Brooke's spirit flying free as we all shouted into the sky "we love you Brooke!" And we do love you Brooke, and we will for all of eternity!💗✨🌸🕊
Coromoto Simosa de Bustamante
May 10th 2019- Que nuestro Señor te tenga en SU Corte Celestial, con el SU amor eterno como uno de sus Ángeles. Te amamos.
Katie Christensen
May 10th 2019- Happy birthday my brookie cookie. I miss you everyday
Aunt Paula
May 10th 2019
Jennifer Hirschi
May 10th 2019- Happy happy birthday sweet Brooke Folkman! I miss you everyday!🎉❤️
From 2016- Brooke Folkman!!!! It's yo flippin birthday!!! I seriously appreciate you so much Brooke and I'm so glad that you're one of my best friends 💗 thank you for being like my big sister and getting me through hard time and laughing with me through good ones! You're my favorite ginger and I mean that with all my heart 😉🌻Have a happy birthday love! 🎉🌸🌲🌞 #rjbforever
Rebekah Ruth Andersen
May 8th 2019- I miss you, my Best Friend. 💔 This world is not the same without you in it. My world here is not the same and never will be. Thank you for your light and goodness. I can still hear your laughter in my mind everyday and long to be with you. You are a part of me, and I am a part of you. We share the same blood, the same smile, the same love of life and love for one another. I hope to continue to show you my love each day by following your example of loving and lifting others.
Jennifer Hirschi
March 27th 2019- I didn't think I would ever not have Brooke in my life. On the harder days of missing Brooke, I love to go look through photos of her and remember her smile, her laugh, and her vibrant spirit. In just two months we will reach the year mark without her here, and I still can't believe it. This process has been harder than I could have ever imagined, and I still don't know how to deal with it most days. Still missing you so much, every single day, and I can't wait until the day that I finally get to see you again! Love you forever, sweet Brooke!💗🌻🌿🦋
Still missing you everyday- Jennifer Hirschi, Feb 29th 2019
Rebekah Ruth Andersen
December 25th 2018- I love and miss you Brooke.
Jennifer Hirschi
November 25th 2018- Today marks 6 months without Brooke Folkman on this earth. I spent the last week in Hawaii with my family, the last time I was on these beautiful islands was with sweet Brooke! It was so fun to reminisce about our memories catching frogs at night, making movies on the beaches, and making up songs in the water with me Brooke and Rebekah all laughing till our stomachs hurt.
This past week without Brooke at Bekahs wedding was painful, but I kept in my heart the fact that Angel Brooke was looking down and smiling from above on this special and sweet occasion. I miss you everyday Brooke, and I will until I see you again
Rebekah Ruth Andersen
October 5th 2018
💙🌅Folkman Family Forever!!!🌊🐢We are wearing Brooke’s sundresses on ‘Brooke’s Beach’ in remembrance of her! We have such wonderful memories together in Maui.
At one point last weekend, I had the sweet experience of carrying Malan out in the water to look at this giant turtle. This turtle came in so close to shore! It actually brushed my leg it was so close. Brooke always adored the sea turtles here. It was like a little sign of her joy and love. I am so grateful for thee most loving family- on earth and in heaven. I have such extraordinary parents and incredible sisters that I get to keep forever!
Aunt Wendy-
September 30th 2018
Found this awesome picture of my niece, Brooke from my wedding day Aug. 2, 2013. It perfectly captures her mischievous spirit. She and her sisters were such a help to me that day getting the fresh flowers organized on my wedding cake that we had to buy at Kneaders at the last minute. Miss her so much. <3
Brooke with her cousin Terik
Sandy Folkman- Brooke’s Mother
September 19th 2018
“...Because You Are Never Alone” (Poem found in Brooke’s Writing’s page)
Reading through Brooke's writings today, Brett Folkman and I came across this poem and we feel that Brooke Folkman wants us to share it. Brooke never struggled with suicidal tendencies again after loosing her beloved cousin Terik Gagon. She wrote this poem nine months after Terik's passing. Throughout her life, Brooke clung to her faith in Christ as a source of healing and hope! These photos taken the month she wrote this touching poem. We Love You Brookie!
Rebekah Ruth Andersen
“Order yourself to be Valiant”
- Brooke Folkman
I was infatuated with butterflies as a child, and I still am! I always will be. Sometimes, like the butterfly, we feel trapped in cocoons of sorrow, insecurity, heartache, regret or fear. We must bravely, courageously and valiantly break through this shell into the light. There, in that light, we will discover who we truly are- beautiful children of loving Heavenly Parents. We possess Their attributes and Their divine potential. Let us order ourselves to be valiant, as Brooke has shown us!
Rebekah Ruth Folkman
September 7th 2018
I'm always missing you like CRAZY Brooke! Hawaii brings back the sweetest memories together. I remember how amazed you were when we went in the helicopter over Kauai. We saw the world from a whole new, beautiful perspective. Away from all the confusion and people and messes and worries. What I wouldn't give to be back together, flying through the air. You now have that perfect, beautiful perspective as you fly through the air. But I know you are not all the way up in the clouds somewhere. You are very close. You continue to minister to the broken and worn down. You are lifting and healing those in this life and the spiritual realm you now reside. You lift and heal me daily. I feel your influence and perfect spirit all around. You constantly draw me nearer to Christ. You've always had far greater faith in the Lord than I ever will, but thank you for all your help. I really have felt His love through you. I wrote a silly poem for you on a coconut:
She is in the sea
She is in the green
Her love is in me
Her Spirit's still seen
Rachel Lee Folkman (sister)
September 6th 2018
I am so grateful for these beautiful women in my life. Mimi is such an amazing Grandma... Tasha is such an amazing Mamma. Grateful we’ve grown closer through loss.
Love my fam so much 🖤🌈
Rachel Lee Folkman
August 25th 2018
3 months... I miss your smile and contagious laugh. I miss your love of animals. I miss our matching red hair. I miss fighting with you. I miss your deep voice. I miss hearing you play songs on guitar. I miss your raps. I miss you copying me. I miss our sleepovers. I miss your stupid sense of humor. I miss being idiots together.
I love you my sweet Brooke.
Rebekah Ruth ANDERSEN
August 25th 2018
“All these had departed the mortal life, firm in the hope of a glorious resurrection, through the grace of God the Father and his Only Begotten Son, Jesus Christ.I beheld that they were filled with joy and gladness, and were rejoicing together because the day of their deliverance was at hand.
They were assembled awaiting the advent of the Son of God into the spirit world, to declare their redemption from the bands of death.
Their sleeping dust was to be restored unto its perfect frame, bone to his bone, and the sinews and the flesh upon them, the spirit and the body to be united never again to be divided, that they might receive a fulness of joy.” - D&C138:14-17
I love this scripture. It is the account of a vision given to President Joseph F. Smith about the Savior’s visit to the spirits of the dead while His body was in the tomb. It brings me so much peace that Brooke had such a hope of this truth. She is now filled with joy and sharing that joy- awaiting the time when her perfect body will be resurrected- free from the scars, pains and burdens she experienced with such bravery in this life. I can’t wait until we can be re-united again! I love you and miss you my precious sister! I thank God for our eternal friendship and sisterhood!
Roasting Marshmallows, Making S'mores in memory of Brooke <3 August 25th 2018
Sandy Folkman
August 18th 2018
Guess who’s going to become a big brother?! Natasha and James are expecting! Malan Jeppe is excited for his baby brother Oliver to join the Jackson family December 27!! Brett Folkman and I will be grandparents to two precious grandsons! Finally getting our boys! We are thrilled!!
Natasha found out she was pregnant on Brooke Folkman’s birthday, May 10th! Truly a gift from above! We are certain that Brooke is showering him with love and preparing him for life here on earth! Christmas Baby! Feeling blessed!❤️🙏🏻
Photoshoot of Brooke and her little sister. Photography by Jennifer Hirschi
Artwork by Jennifer Hirschi
Jennifer Hirschi
July 27th 2018
The crew will never be complete without our fifth member! Nights like last night are one you would have loved and ones that now help to heal my soul. Canyon rides, saving animals, talking for hours, and ending the night laughing till our bellies hurt. We love you endlessly sweet Brooke, and can't wait till we can have nights like this again with you by our side. 🌿💖🕊 @ Friends Forever
Rebekah Ruth Andersen
July 25th 2018
“I miss you everyday, but I do understand, that this here is a necessary part of a plan. And I know one day I will see you again. Gotta keep my family roots fire blazing till then. Till we meet again. I wish that I could hold you now. I wish that I could see you smile. I’m hoping that I’m making you proud when you look down on me. Even though I miss your face, I know you’re in a better place. Eventually- I’ll wait until I see you again on that sweet day.
See the teaching of the father tell me that family’s can last through all time. For this I give all of my tithes and send my praise and love to the most high.
Each day I try to be strong but I long for you. I know the truth of where you are, but there is still pain inside my heart. I know I’ll see you again, but today I’m crying. I know that this is not the end, I know with faith my heart will mend.
Now, concerning the state of the soul between death and the resurrection--Behold, it has been made known unto me by an angel, that the spirits of all men, as soon as they are departed from this mortal body, yea, the spirits of all men, whether they be good or evil, are taken home to that God who gave them life.
And then shall it come to pass, that the spirits of those who are righteous are received into a state of happiness, which is called paradise, a state of rest, a state of peace, where they shall rest from all their troubles and from all care, and sorrow.”
Kiana Dabier
July 24th 2018
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there; I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there; I did not die.
- Mary Elizabeth Frye
I stumbled upon this poem and thought it was perfect for Brooke and her vibrant spirit that lives on. This is one of my favorite photos of her because it captures her free and colorful soul!
Jennifer Hirschi
July 9th 2018
This is a story about a necklace.
On the day of Brooke's Funeral Bekah gave me a necklace of Brooke's. It was one that I had given to her at my bachelorette party to wear on my wedding day as one of my bridesmaids. It had a simple gold chain with a moon pendent hanging down on it.
I wore that necklace faithfully every single day after Bekah gave it to me.
Last night as I took it off in bed and set it next to me to put back on in the morning, it broke. The chain snapped and so did I. I couldn't control myself, and I immediately was sobbing in my bed while Christian tried to comfort me.
To most people, this was just some cheap necklace, but to me it was hers. It helped me to feel close to her having it on my neck and over my heart everyday. I would put my hand on it and slide the moon pendent through my fingers when I needed to feel better. I would imagine the same necklace around her neck, as I know it was and had been worn because when I received it the chain did not look new anymore.
It was a small piece of her.
I went to bed to bed feeling like I did the night I found out she was gone. For some reason this little necklace made me feel like I'd lost her all over again.
I woke up this morning and remembered something. I remembered what that necklace really stood for. When I gave each of my bridesmaids their necklaces, I told them why I got them the one they did, because they were all different. When I gave Brooke hers, I talked about the moon. I told her how the moon is kind of like the sun, but not so harsh. It's always softly glowing there at night, helping some find their way, but not being pushy about it. Brooke has always been that glowing light in the dark for me. A constant friend and leader in the night. That's the only thing that matters, not the necklace that broke in my hands. Her memory will never break, and I will always keep it with me.
Jennifer Hirschi
June 25th 2018
I remember taking this photo like it was yesterday. We were on a Summer camping trip in the most gorgeous canyon and the stars were some of the brightest I've ever seen! Little moments and memories like these are so close to my heart now, and I know they will be till the end of time. This past moth without you has been far too long without you in my life. I miss you everyday brooke, I'll see you up in the stars someday.
Jodie Evans
June 24th 2018
"Believe there is good in the world." Be the world you want the world to be for you. Brooke Folkman was. She was kind, thoughtful, respected everyone and all things. The deep pain I feel with her death continues to take me to kindness, beauty and being peace--- while speaking out about injustice. She held both beautifully and changed the world with her courage and desire to do what was right for others; knowing intimately the price of violence and abuse. Sometimes in our engagement we lose sight of what is at the root of our efforts, we get distracted by greed, need or fear. But we are here to create conditions conducive for Life and Love. Tell me how you are growing your #Peaceeconomy ? The #poorpeoplescampaign showed us the last 40 days. And it was beautiful.
Rebekah Ruth Andersen
June 17th 2018- I love these three people so much! Happy birthday mama, happy Father’s Day papa 💜💚💙Thanks for all the fun adventures and for showing me the light and truth in this ever darkening world around us. ✨💫🌞⭐️🌞💫✨
Rebekah Ruth Andersen
June 11th 2018
Brookes beautiful resting place. My family did a great job with the temporary headstone- a huge piece of granite we casually got from the mountains, an ancient Catholic French cross, a Buddha statue, hummingbird feeders, and of course the succulent pot that she helped plant! I have thee most incredible, strong, wise, loving parents 💜🕊
Elizabeth C.
💔 Brooke made such a positive impact on my life. You were an amazing friend and I am so glad I got to grow up with you! You are a light that will continue to burn in the lives of those who knew you.
Alexandra Tuten
June 8th 2018- Many of you have reached out and said how much you were moved by Brooke Folkman's testimony and the strength and faith of the entire Folkman family. Brooke's funeral was one of the most painful yet faith-building events in my life. I will love more and judge less because of her. I will embrace all living things because of her. I will serve and reach out and be there. I will keep trying, never give up and never lose faith in my Jesus who loves and saves us all.
Ariel Williams
June 7th 2018
Loving you hard from here on earth sweet cousin ♥️ Hug Willow for us, I hope she’s being a good little cousin and showing you the Angel ropes and how to use your shiny new wings. I’m sure the two of you will get into all sorts of mischief! And Brooke you have such a huge heart and so many qualities I hope you can teach her while I’m not there. Enjoy heaven. I can’t say I don’t long to be there myself, so much of my heart is there now. Including you. One day we’ll all be together again.
I’m glad your woes are forever soothed by the hand of Jesus and you never have to taste of it again. So much love to you sweet, sweet Angels 😇😇
Kiana Dabier
June 6th 2018
Martha M.
June 6th 2018- An angel has gained her wings. You will always be in my heart.
Brittani Bills Johnson
June 5th 2018
Hey guys, I’m sorry for the length on this one. It took me a minute to feel okay enough to post it.
I’m overwhelmed by the loss of one of the best friends I had in this life – Brooke Folkman. I think it took me so long to feel like I even deserved to be sad about her passing because Brooke and I were best friends in sixth grade, literally inseparable, but after a while we kind of… slowly fell apart. I spent a lot of time focusing on how hurt I felt and how much I missed being a part of her life that I let years pass without reaching out to her.
By the time I started seeing Brooke in person again – at UVU and sometimes at VASA in AF (always working out with Guillermo and Evan) – the anxiety and depression that I was battling with made it impossible for me to approach her and have a conversation with her like I was dying to. I didn’t even know she was struggling with the exact same things. If I could go back and change one thing in the timeline of my life, I know I would go up to her and wrap my arms around her and tell her how much I adore her. How I’ve always adored her. I wish to God that I could do it now. That she knows I would do it now if I had the chance.
The day I found out that Brooke had passed, I was attending a Writer’s Conference in Pittsburgh. I felt that the whole world was collapsing in around me. It was difficult for me to concentrate on anything. So, I spent some secluded time writing this poem to try and reconcile my emotions. At the request of Brooke’s mom, Sandy Folkman, I’m sharing it on Facebook as my testimony to Brooke’s indomitable character. If everyone in this world could love and live the same way Brooke did, I have no doubt that there would never be another soul who felt lonely or unloved.
I love you, Brooke. I can’t wait for my chance to stand in the long line of people waiting to hug you and kiss your cheeks when we finally get to see you again. I know there’s nothing special about me, but you changed my life, and the lives of so, so many, in innumerable ways. Thank you for the person you were, and for the angel you continue to be.
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REST EASY
Hey World Shaker,
Hey crater-maker, shot-taker, boundary-breaker. Hey you with the cosmic smile and the nuclear aura.
Today you shook my world with the news of your passing. When the awful reality filled the air like thick, black smoke from fresh red oak wood - she’s gone - I felt this groaning building shake with the weight of your loss. And I can’t accept that it was the drugs that took you so unexpectedly while you dreamt. Instead, I’ll imagine that it was those angels who have long been jealous of your prismatic light. It must have been them that pulled you through the clouds to ask you, “how’d you do it?” How did you shine so effortlessly in a world full of gargoyles?
It was because your skin was made of thick shards of broken glass, wasn’t it? Imperfect, glittering pieces collected from a broken heart, broken mind, fighter’s soul.
We weren’t always best friends, you and I, but once we were. Remember? When we barefoot walked in the grass behind your house because we wanted to feel close to the molten core of Mother Earth and close to each other. We were.
Forest nymph made up of autumn leaves, ground cinnamon, and chamomile. Where did you go?
Here, there’s repressed reconciliation aching in my dried-up bones. Can I bury them, there, with your body and these olive leaves?
Sorry. For some people, the word is something you feel. For me, in thinking of the we that used to be, sorry is who I AM.
Sorry.
For letting us fall away and apart,
for meeting you in the hallways at school and at the gym with only awkward waves and stiff smiles,
for only admiring you and loving you in my mind when I should have done it with my arms and my voice,
Sorry for not being brave.
Can you send the wind to tell me it’s okay?
Can you send the sunshine to tell me you’re alive?
Can you fill the sky with clouds to show me that you’re home?
If you promise to show me, I promise to look.
So, I’ll see you, okay?
In that warrior-spirited Joan of Arc painting,
in the gooey summer asphalt of Healey Blvd,
in the padded toes of adult-sized onesies,
in snakes and hedgehogs and toads,
in the pink cheeks of sunburnt kids trailing life and energy and adventure,
and in the wind, and the sun, and the clouds of this planet to which you no longer belong.
I’ll never stop seeing you.
Paula Spear Johnson
June 3rd 2018- White doves were set free to fly to the skies with all our love for our sweet Brooke Folkman💕💕💕until we see you again you will always be in our 💕hearts........fly free.....
Becky Hinton
June 2nd 2018- I love you Brooke. I will miss you. I look forward to the day we can embrace again. Thank you for always loving me. I always loved that you were happy with your wild red hair. I loved that you would just let it be what it was. You were gorgeous, and still you were gorgeous in your resting place.
Thank you for helping me finish writing my song. It was for you!!! I wasn’t suppose to finish it when I started it 9 years ago. It was suppose to be sung at your viewing. I went into your room and held your bearded dragon and talked to him. He was so gentle. He didn’t want to return to his cage. Watch over my sweet sister…she misses you so much. Please be her guardian angel and visit her often. Comfort her as only you can.
Dianne Miller
June 2nd 2018- All IS well, beautiful Brooke. <3 to your family & friends from Dianne & Papa Steve Miller.
Steve Miller
June 1st 2018
I know you are seeing more hummingbirds that we can imagine. I am so grateful to have been a teacher, friend, and hopefully a mentor. You are loved and missed dear Brooke. <3 "Papa Miller"
Kristina B.
June 2nd 2018
I have loved and admired the Folkman family for years, but watching them bury their sweet daughter Brooke yesterday was such a sacred experience that endeared me to them forever. 💕 They are such an incredibly inclusive, loving, supportive, and faith-filled family. I cannot imagine the heartbreak they are experiencing, yet through their words, actions, and hugs yesterday, they comforted everyone at the service and helped us all feel peace. My testimony of Christ’s atonement was strengthened as each family member shared about Brooke’s struggles and the things she’s taught them and the gifts she brought to the world. Kevin and I will miss Brooke deeply. We both had the privilege of teaching her at church and have been changed for the better as we’ve learned from her beautiful life of service, love, forgiveness, and energy. My kids can’t wait till we meet Brooke again in heaven as well and can see her in her element with all of her snakes, dogs, rat, and other favorite animals. Love you Brooke! 💕
Natalie M.
June 2nd 2018
Yesterday, I had the honor of celebrating and saying goodbye to one of my closest and dearest friends, Brooke Folkman. It's a rare occasion to know someone with so much passion for life and love for every individual and creature. Brooke was possibly the funniest, most genuine person, and could always brighten up my day. Because of her and her sweet family, my testimony and love for the Savior has been strengthened significantly and I know that families can be together for eternity. I will forever be thankful for Brooke for sharing her sweet mother, Sandy Folkman, with me as I went through Young Women's. Sister Folkman, you haven't just raised 4 beautiful daughters, but have raised hundreds of girls who have learned so much from your example. Thank you for sharing your sweet Brooke with me. As my dad said, she clearly did live a life in dog years. She has so much depth and light in her. Brooke, I love you and may you finally find rest and peace with our Beloved Savior.
Sandy Folkman
June 1st 2018- Remembering Brooke- she was a prolific and gifted writer. A couple of years ago she had the privilege of working for the More Good foundation writing articles about a multitude of famous LDS individuals. Here is a beautiful example of her work. The message interestingly gives insight into Brooke Folkman’s personal struggles as well! I love you baby girl!!💖💖🙏🏻
https://latterdaysaintmusicians.com/donny-osmond/donny-osmond-hard-times?fbclid=IwAR0ny86pDBUkH0oDAD3AvKROCC8mL9VMc67N9x7axxmKVtwRb68_VbcrMDM
Wendy Folkman ROsenlof
May 31st 2018
Mourning the loss of my precious niece, Brooke Folkman. She was always so fun and carefree. I still see her as a 10 year old full of energy and exuberance being wild and loving her vast family of pets. She was always full of gratitude.
She still slept with the afghan I made for her when she was born and I recently had to do a repair and patch job to it. I will miss her genuine smile, but am so grateful to be able to feel of her spirit and know she is with loved ones beyond and free of her pains. Brookie - I hope all your pets who went ahead of you are with you now.
Amanda
May 29th 2018
Once upon a time, a fiery red-head moved to Utah and was placed in my 4th grade class. She would always pull my bookmarks out of my books and steal my pencils, and it drove my little bookworm self CRAZY. While tormenting me, she had the audacity to constantly ask me to come play at her house. Finally, I ran out of excuses and we had a play date. And thus, a beautiful and unlikely friendship was born...we had so much fun together playing with her snakes and bearded dragons and the neighbors dog, jumping on the trampoline, playing Barbies, nightgames, Bubble Trouble, watching movies, etc. In 8th grade when she moved to California, we kept in touch. She was so good at making sure that our friendship didn’t die. Once she moved back to Utah for school, we could start right back up, going on double dates and taking classes together. Even once I got married and she was seriously dating someone, she’d text me every couple months asking how I was.
Last night, this beautiful girl returned to her Father in Heaven. Words cannot express my shock and sorrow. She was so passionate, so tough, and so kind. I will miss you, Brooke Folkman
REBEKAH RUTH ANDERSEN
May 29th 2018- This is the one photo Brooke always had framed by her bed ❤️ it always made me so happy and feel so special, but it means even more to me now! I love you Brooke 💙
Cassandra Felming
May 28th 2018
I’m going to miss Brooke so much. She was the kindest soul and the easiest person to be friends with, I loved her so much. I was honestly feeling like my prayers weren’t answered but I’ve come to feel peace and know that she’s in a better place and that I’ll see her again one day.
Evan Peterson
May 28th 2018- The squeak squad at its finest 🙂 We were the three amigos, the three musketeers, the big three. We literally spent almost everyday with each other. I will never forget how much fun we had. I can’t wait to hang out again soon!
Stephanie
May 28th 2019- Thank you Brooke for making High school a little less lonely for me and being a beautiful person much love 💜💜💜
Guillermo L Bustamante Simosa
May 28th 2018 -I love you!! ❤️ I miss you so much!! Thank you for loving me and for letting me love you! My sweet, gorgeous angel! 💕😘
Rebekah Ruth ANDERSEN
May 27th 2018
Thank you all for the immense love and incredible support you have shown to my family and I and Guillermo during this time. We have felt the deepest outpouring of Gods love and Brooke’s love through every little act of kindness. We will forever be grateful for the way you loved Brooke.
I cannot wait for this day! To be reunited with my angel. How I love my Brookie, my sister, my best friend, my joy. I know that the Savior lives. I know I can put my trust in God. Each night when I would pray for my Bookie, I could feel Heavenly Fathers love for her so powerfully. She loved me unconditionally and so fully. How grateful I am for such sweet last few days with her on earth. Words cannot describe how much I am hurting and suffering. But since the moment I heard of her passing, I have felt such a PEACE that passes all understanding and such GRATITUDE. Gratitude for Brooke being born into our family. For the time I had with her. For the knowledge of the restored gospel. For the temple. For my eternal family. And for the Saviors atonement. Brooke had thee strongest testimony of her Redeemer. She never doubted that. She had a deeper faith than anyone I knew. Anyone who knew her could feel that and attest. I think she knew the Savior so well because she turned to Him so often. She suffered and hurt so much and constantly fought the demons in her. She understood suffering yet she knew the joy of repentance, redemption, the comfort of the Holy Ghost and the Love of God. She had true empathy and compassion for others. She reached out to others suffering far less than her. She will always be the perfect example of Christ! I will forever be changed because of Brooke. Anyone who knows her is changed by her light and love and genuine goodness. My family and I have had such bitter and such SWEET experiences these past few days. We have literally seen the hand of God so prevalent through all of this and so many tender mercies. So many sacred experiences. It is ONLY our knowledge of JESUS CHRIST that is binding our family even closer through this devastating time and literally carrying us by and by. I do not have a doubt in my mind that Brooke is being loved up there, by Terik, Annie and so many others. I do not have a doubt in my mind that she is FINALLY at rest from all her sorrows. She is free! And that brings me such JOY! 🌞🌲
Shannon
May 27 -Rest In Peace my dear sweet beloved friend Brooke. I will never be the same for having known you and I am so grateful for that. I’ll never forget always knowing when you were home because I would hear your music blasting before you even turned down our street lol. then when you did you would see this girl with red hair flowing behind her in the wind singing along to her music with this look of pure happiness and joy. Brooke made me feel like I was accepted and belonged when I thought I didn’t. She didn’t even know she was doing it it’s just who she is to make you feel loved and welcomed. Brooke is an amazing friend and I will cherish my time with her forever. To know Brooke was to love her unconditionally. I will always, always remember Brooke and from now on when I drive with my windows down singing to music I’m going to sing extra loud for you. I am sending love and prayers to her amazing family and friends.
