Brasahn Edikan Horton

Brasahn Edikan Horton blessed this world with his presence on Thursday, December 26, 2019; born in his home in Aurora, Colorado. He was a good little boy from the start by listening to his Mommy’s first request to wait and make his entrance into this world until after Christmas day, which is also his grandfather’s birthday. It was important for her that Brasahn have his own special day and boy did he listen. He delivered right into his daddy’s loving arms at 12:02 am before the midwife even arrived. Leaving his mark from the moment he was born, Brasahn was sent here on a mission with a story to tell and an assignment to fulfill. Although it is heartbreaking for all those blessed to know and love him, God knew he beautifully surpassed the expectations of his assignment and called him home on Thursday, October 20, 2022. Brasahn was born with a rare and complex congenital heart defect called Pulmonary Atresia, VSD, and MAPCAs which was discovered two days after birth. He endured three 14-hour-long open-heart surgeries and many other medical procedures to mend and make his heart whole. Brasahn’s determined heart of gold underwent his last surgery on December 23, 2021, which medically deemed his heart as fully repaired. Children’s Hospital Colorado performed Brasahn’s first surgery and continuously provided his regular treatment and maintenance. His parents also sought out experts in his condition to serve as his primary surgical and cardiology team. A team that specialized in Brasahn’s specific condition performed his second and third surgeries and cared for him at the Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford in California. You would never know all he went through by looking at him, Brasahn never complained. He only allowed the beauty of his soul and the resilience of his spirit to shine through. Brasahn was the bravest, happiest, most courageous little boy that proved to be patient, understanding, and so giving. He endured more than most will in a lifetime. Brasahn was the third son cherished by his parents, Emem and Brandon Horton Sr. His parents named him Brasahn which means “very important person” and Edikan which means “victory” not knowing the significance and importance it would hold. He was also an amazing little brother and best friend to Brandon Jr. and Bolton. Brasahn was adored and loved so deeply by his Grandparents; Pastor Grace Ekaette Essien, Stanley Eno Ekiko, Richard Horton, and ushered him into the gates of heaven by Sandra “Grammy” Stephenson along with many other ancestors. Brasahn comes from a large family tree with branches stretching from Colorado to Oklahoma and across the ocean all the way over to Nigeria. He was the perfect nephew to his Aunties and Uncles; Uduak “Udie” and Michael Ruiz, Idara “Idy” and Kris Bryant, Idong Ekiko and Oraine Crooks, Richard “Buster” Horton, Udeme Salter, Brianna Salter, and Ifiok Etuk and many more great Aunts and Uncles. And the bestest little friend to a host of cousins including Myles, Kianna, Avery, Nyah, Jada, and Jariah; as well as his relatives and friends that miss him dearly. Brasahn loved family time and playing with his big brothers. He also enjoyed the time he was able to spend with his cousins. He was a creative, playful, and adventurous child who loved playing with toy cars, trucks, and airplanes. Brasahn loved the outdoors, he would never turn down a trip to the park for a good push on a swing or ride down a slide. He enjoyed splashing around in the water, whether he was swimming in a pool or at home in the tub (multiple times a day!); bathtime was Brasahn’s favorite. He was an artist from the start, his favorite medium to draw with were crayons, markers, and chalk. Chalk was his absolute favorite; you can find his finest works of art on the walls of his home. Brasahn loved pointing out shapes and colors; as well as reading and counting (and he counted everything!). He was so intelligent, bound to follow in the footsteps of many in his family as a future engineer because he loved to build structures with wood and rubber blocks, as well as his brothers’ Legos. The higher the structure the better. Brasahn was developing a love for music, always finding time to play on his keyboard and sing along to his favorite songs on Kid YouTube. He was very tech-savvy and knew how to navigate around any phone to find his favorite shows and games. He even knew how to post funny pictures on his mom’s social media accounts. Brasahn was also a strong-willed toddler declaring his independence by giving his parents a hard time with his food preferences. Amongst his favorites were homemade mac and cheese, cream of wheat, chips, fruit snacks, and white powdered donuts. Brasahn was a ray of the warmest sunshine with a beautiful bright smile and undeniably contagious laugh. He was the epitome of love and light, and he knew how to fill a room with his glowing presence. No matter the hurdles or obstacles he faced, Brasahn found a joyful purpose in each day. He will be treasured and always remembered by his many nicknames Brasahnie, Bron, Bronny, Le Bron, De De, Ette Ette, Braus, and many others. Brasahn left an everlasting legacy, though his time here on earth was brief. He will live on through loving memories and his family’s commitment to share his story as they help to support other families chosen to walk a similar path. The loss is unimaginable, please continue to pray for the Horton Family and Brasahn’s large extended family as they grieve his unexpected departure. May God comfort them and provide a remedy for their sorrow. The viewing visitation and Celebration of Life services have been entrusted to Ballard Family Mortuary of Denver, CO, and presided over by Pastor Vernon Jones Jr. The viewing will be held Thursday, November 10, 2022, at Ballard Family Mortuary 6700 Smith Road Denver, CO from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm. The Celebration of Life service will be held at Jurisdiction of Colorado Church of God in Christ at 750 Chambers Rd, Aurora, CO 80011 on Friday, November 11, 2022, at 11:00 am; immediately followed by a burial service at his final resting place at Saint Simeon Catholic Cemetery Aurora, CO. The family will then receive guests for a Repast reception to celebrate Brasahn with love, laughter, and a few of his favorite things. This reception will take place at the Jurisdiction of Colorado Church of God in Christ in the reception hall beginning at 2:00 pm. Condolences and flowers can be sent directly to the mortuary; the family kindly requests white, red, and/or blue to honor Brasahn’s favorite colors and serve as a symbol of his life’s journey as a brave and courageous Heart Warrior.

Brasahn Edikan Horton

December 26, 2019 - October 20, 2022

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