Brandon, there really aren't any words to describe the way your death has affected all who was lucky enough to have had crossed paths with you in your life time.  Every time I see a picture of you I flash back to so many wonderful memories of us being young and dumb, so much of your radiant smile, quirky laugh and kind heart. You left so much love behind and defined what it is like to have a true friend to every single person you ever once let in your life. So loving to your family I will never forget how highly you spoke of your mom and how much of a true friend you never failed to be. I guess its always a mystery as to why bad things happen to good people. With pain in my heart I guess all I can say is that I hope youre looking down on all of who loves you with a smile on your face for the legacy you left behind. One of a kind and rare human that you were, thank you for any and every memory, for the friendship you once gave me. Love your soul forever and praying for your loved ones. Till next Time. 

B, I can’t even put into words my love for you. We had a bond that nobody would understand. You weren’t just my best friend you are truly my brother! Anytime I needed something you were there, if I was sad you’d rush over to comfort me, all of my birthdays you went above and beyond for me. You’re the most selfless person I have ever met. No matter what you were going through you always set your feelings aside and made sure all your friends and family were good first. We truly have been through hell and back together. From dating (for a week lol) to realizing our love was more friendship, to hating each other because of stupid drama, to living together, to becoming family. All of the ups and downs in life we got through it together. I have never met anyone like you, you are truly one of a kind my beautiful brother. You never judged others, your heart and arms were always open to listen and support anyone and everyone. You changed my life just by being apart of it. You made me believe that there really is good in the world. My life will never be the same without you. Those special memories of you will always bring a smile. You’re probably laughing at me right now for being so emotional and telling me to tighten up lol. You’re forever in my heart b! Until we meet again my amazing brother. I love you endlessly🤍

Brandon, you were always so kind and real with me. We’d go months without talking and then randomly catch up and stay connected for months and then stop and it was just the adult cycle of communicating when living states away. I always loved getting random FaceTime calls on your many adventures just because you’d know I’d answer if you needed to talk to someone and the same was for me. You always knew how to make me laugh/smile and were an amazing friend. I’m sad we didn’t get to plan another trip like we talked about recently. My heart aches, but I know you are in a better place. You will forever missed & loved. Rest easy, B. 

Worse call I could ever get. My heart is shattered my brother. You treated me like a family,like I brother so did your family. Being blessed to know  I had you in my life... you will always been missed and never forgotten. 🕊rip B

I can’t believe this is real:(... thank you for being an older brother to me, always. I love you and I will miss you so much, look down on us please, fly high angel🦋

Brandon was always the light of the party dancing, joking, laughing, and bringing joy to all those around him. He always wanted to make his parents proud and loved them more than anything. He was a passionate person and had endless love for everyone. A charismatic young man whose life was taken entirely too soon. My heart goes out to his family and all friends who experienced his journey. 

I was fortunate to have met brandon in elementary school and then when he went to high school with my own 2 kids.
So sad to have his life cut so short.

My thug, the endless memories we have together will be cherished forever. I will never grasp this conceptual  fully but i know you are looking down at all of those you love and guide us to do the best we can. I will remember you forever this isn’t a goodbye it’s a see you later 🤍🕊

Oh Brandon how loved you are 💙 we miss you so much already . It wasn’t fair. You were always the light in any situation . You were the kindest soul . Our memories will ever be in my heart ❤️ You always make fun of me and call me “Mom” because I would always boss you around in class and tell you to get your work done... you wouldn’t always listen to me but it’s okay lol .  I will forever remember that . You were taking to soon, love you always B 🕊💙

Leyva you had the kindest most selfless, genuine heart out. Even on the worst days, you could make sure it’s going to be smiling and laughing whenever you came around. You set the golden standard on what brotherhood and friendship is about. You left us sooner than expected, but you’ll live on forever through out us. I’m glad you took videos and pics of us all the time even though we would dog you for it. Especially can’t forget that one night in Coliseum you kept making fun of me the whole night 🤣🤣. Love you big bra we’ll see ya later ❤️🕊

My annoying bully big brother that I prolly annoyed more then anyone else  , to countless nights out together “the sauce king b-rad” to every sunset ride that ended that the bridge & 4 am night out riding with work at 7 am & you ask to fill the tanks up one more time cause you weren’t tired yet , life with never be the same without you but I know that I now have to life for us through me , I know you’d be so proud of me , you were always my biggest advocate always telling me right from wrong even if I was too stubborn and pretended I wasn’t listening till you caught me and told me I told you so I love you B I’m not going anywhere 1k I promise LLBL 4life 🕊

B, I’m still numb kid. We have so many memories going on 10+ years but we still had so many more to make. Our bond was inseparable even when we went months without speaking when we would link up it’s like nothing changed. I’m going to miss everything about you but nothing more than that goofy ass smile of yours. Lol I always looked and treated you as my little brother and you will forever be my little brother. I’m heartbroken I would do anything just to see you smile or make 1 more memory with you on the dance floor. I will make sure your name lives on forever, I’m going to miss you forever and always kid. I love you brother until we meet again 🤞🏼🤍🕊

From the moment you walked into my life you were a bright light. The endless amount of laughs we shared was what kept me going each and every day. I’ll never forget bringing you to one of your first high school parties when I was 17 and you were 14. We went to get haircuts earlier that day and somehow the barber gave us a bottle of vodka which we had to hide from your dad when he picked us up lol. We had so much fun together and were inseparable from the moment you moved next door. You’re legacy will forever live on and the name Brandon Lee Leyva will never be forgotten. Love you little brother. 

Brandon was there for me always and took me into his family like a brother that I never had and for that I’ll be forever grateful.

Oh B, so many memories & so many laughs to write them all down. Ever since I met you, you were the life of the party & always welcomed everyone & anyone around. I remember the countless days with you, Alejandra, Jeff, and Marsh we would just sit and do nothing all day but crack jokes and laugh 24/7. From our DT nights, spending the big 21 together, to just all of us decorating your Christmas tree with dollar bills. You were always there no matter the time or distance, you will truly be missed my friend. Not a day goes by I don’t think of you. Fly high B, love you always! 

There are way to many memories of us to count and it would be a novel by the time I finish. What I will cherish most about Brandon and I’s friendship was that there was no lost time. We wouldn’t see each other for months but the love never faded. Over the last 3-4 months we had been hanging out almost everyday. RC2 was Lil B’s second home and he always knew
He had a place to crash if he needed. I hope you continue to shine even on the darkest days. That smile could light up a room! Sgood ritttttttoo!!! I love you boy don’t ever forget it. Rest easy rest well. See you on the flip 🙏🏼  

Leyva you were my best friend for over 13 years and we have endless amounts of memories but the ones that keep coming to my are the simplest ones like walking to Shenandoah park just talking about life or like when we long boarded all the way to your moms job half way to sawgrass just so we can go to the beach man these small memories are some I’ll cherish forever then we have some of our biggest memories like when I turned 16 and got my first car you were so excited just as I was because you knew we we were inseparable and what’s mine was yours you helped me do everything to that car lower it, intake everything we literally learned almost everything about cars together, you went to my football practices every day in the summer man you were dedicated to making me the best person I can be and I’ll always cherish you for that you helped me so much when I was at my lowest point and at my highest points you were always there ready to celebrate my victories you were there rain or shine no questions asked. I love you Brandon you’ll forever be my best friend and that’s LOCKED.

I miss you so my brother. I’d do anything to hear that goofy laugh one more time. I love you so much B. Any room you walked into you made it brighter. Always inclusive, always wanted to make sure everyone felt apart of the team and having a good time.  You had a heart of gold. I love you b. I’ll think about you everyday. Until next time my friend. 

Forest Lawn South would like to express our deepest and sincerest condolences to you and your family at this most difficult time.  

We wish you peace to bring comfort, the courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

Sincerely, 
Forest Lawn Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens South Staff


Brandon you were such a young handsome bright soul, full of dreams, life, and hopes. I will always remember taking care of you , as you were a little boy, you always made us laugh, you will forever be in my heart and in my memories. Jessica Dillon

Brandon even throughout the childhood memories to the long-distance friendship of keeping in communication. You've always still stuck around with talking to me and keeping in check on our daily lives. You were my first crush and we shared our first kiss.... I'm so grateful for our friendship and how you were like a big brother to me, sharing our past memories, along with laughter  -You shall forever be missed. -Kirstin Dillon

Blessed to have had someone as special as you in my life 👼🏼❤️ 

I will cherish all of the memories we made, the only one to force me to dance at CYN no matter how embarrassed I was, how protective he was over me and all of his friends, how he always got us back home safely leaving downtown every weekend, him kicking my butt in pool at billiards.  
He was the life of the party. He had a heart of gold and that goofy laugh and his silly dance moves will never be forgotten. So much love for Ley and he will be in our hearts forever! 

Brandon, i still cannot accept this. You were like a brother to me. You never missed my birthday. I will never forget all our fun memories and times together. I’ll never forget all the times at the apartment with Ashley & Jeff. I’ll never forget when you locked me out your room lol. Or the time you weren’t home and Ashley and i would send you Snapchat’s of me in your bed. I miss and love you, fly high B ♥️

OBITUARY

Brandon Lee Leyva

September 30, 1995 – November 1, 2020

Forest Lawn Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

Show your support

Add a Memory

Share Obituary

Get Reminders

Services