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Brandon E. Ellingson

CLIVE, IOWA — Brandon E. Ellingson, 20, of Clive, Iowa, tragically died on Sunday, June 1, 2014, at the Lake of the Ozarks in Missouri. Services have been held.

Brandon was born Dec. 7, 1993, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Craig and Sherry (Henrickson) Ellingson. He graduated with honors from Valley High School in West Des Moines and currently attended Arizona State University, where he was a member of the Sigma Chi Epsilon Fraternity. Brandon was pursuing a degree in business entrepreneurship, while working with his father at Glacier Properties. 

Brandon was proud to be a part of the Des Moines Capitals for four years; he was captain for two of those years. Brandon had a passion and love for playing football. Brandon was fortunate enough to be a part of two state championship teams: 2008 Des Moines Capitals Hockey team and 2011 Valley High School Football team. After high school he continued to maintain an enthusiasm for fitness and healthy living. Brandon had a kind heart for people and animals, especially his beloved dog, Benji. He will be remembered for his love of life and his contagious smile, which left those around him smiling as well. 

Those cherishing Brandon’s memory include his parents Craig and Sherry and his sister Jennifer, all of Clive; grandparents Ronald and Linda Henrickson of Polson; and Ed and Gloria Ellingson of Clive; many other extended family members and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Animal Rescue League, 925 74th Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50366 or the Brandon Ellingson Scholarship Fund at Valley High School, C/O Cindy Todd, 4928 Cherrywood Place, West Des Moines, Iowa 50265.

Arrangements are by Iles Dunn’s Chapel in Des Moines. Online condolences are welcome at www.IlesCares.com.

 

 

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