Brandon Root
October 26, 1984 ~ March 29, 2016
Brandon L. Root, 31, of Fargo passed away on March 29th, 2016 in Billings, MT surrounded by family. He was born on October 26, 1984 in Billings, MT, son of Michael and Donna (Zankowski) Root. He graduated from Fargo South High School in 2003. With the help of his teammates, Brandon dominated the soccer field for 4 years as a Bruin. While continuing his soccer career at Concordia College in Moorhead, MN, he graduated with a degree in Communication Studies.
Brandon was an employee of the Boys & Girls Club and the Fargo Youth Commission. During his free time, he enjoyed golfing, camping, snowboarding, and bonfires at the lakes with his friends. He enjoyed time with his family, especially his nieces and cousins. Brandon will always be remembered for his crazy antics and clever sense of humor.
Brandon was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ben and Oni (Cain) Root, his father, Michael Root, and his uncle, Mark Holzer. He is survived by his loving family and many, many friends.
Memorial Service in Billings will be held Tuesday, April 5th, 2016 at 10:00 am, Billings Heights Baptist Church, 810 Garnet Ave, Billings, MT 59105. There will also be a memorial service in Fargo, ND at St. John Lutheran Church, 1710 5th St. S, on Saturday April 9, 11:00am.
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Donna so very sorry to hear about Brandon’s passing. He is at home with his dad and at peace. Please know you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Hugs to you my friend!
My deepest condolences to Brandon’s family. Although I did not know him, I would like to share some words of comfort. It is so sad to see such a young, happy and life filled man be taken by death. truly we could say death is our greatest enemy, but not for long. God promises that “The last enemy, death, is to be brought to nothing” (Corinthians 15:26) also he give us a beautiful hope that we will once again see, hug and be with our loved ones in a peaceful earth. (John 5:28&29) I hope these promises will be of comfort and give provide hope towards the future. I will include you in my prayers.
Donna, Kiersten & family-
I am so sorry to hear about Brandon’s passing. You are all in our hearts, thoughts, & prayers.
Donna you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Stay strong as all the “phone company” family think of you in this sad time. Gods blessings to you alll.
It was great sadness to hear of Brandon’s passing. I knew him from the Fargo youth commission and I will tell you I will forever be grateful for the impact he had on my son. The kindness he showed and his warm way of being will forever be missed.
Brandon always greeted us at Main Site with a smile and a “how’s it going”.He always had time to check on what we needed and was always “there”. I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of his passing. His family are in both James’ and my thoughts and prayers.