Brandon Coady Rios

February 17th, 1989 – November 29th, 2021

Brandon C. Rios, age 32, of Dallas, Texas, passed away November 29th, 2021, in Oklahoma City, from injuries sustained after being struck by a moving vehicle.

He was born February 17th, 1989, in Lansing, Michigan to Dorene and Robert Rios. He graduated from Everett High School in 2007, where he had lots of friends and was an active member of the drum line in marching band. He also received his black belt in Taekwondo. He always had a strong love for cooking, art, music, and animals. Spending time with his sister Ashley meant the world to him. He always made sure his family and friends felt loved.

He moved to Dallas in 2009 where he pursued his culinary passion and became an incredible chef at the Ritz Carlton, and eventually moved on to a few other high end restaurants throughout his career. He took pride in all that he did and was a part of.

We’ll never forget Brandon’s kind loving heart and how he always saw the good in others. All of the delicious food he prepared, and the unique and beautiful art that he created. How he was a natural at getting everyone to laugh and putting a smile on your face. It didn’t matter if you just met him or if you knew him his entire life, you couldn’t help but to fall in love with his energy. He will be incredibly missed and forever in our hearts.

Brandon is survived by his Mother Dorene Rios, Stepfather Tom Simon, Father Robert Rios, Sister Ashley Rios, Sister-in-law Lisa Olivas, Nephew DJ Bogges, Partner John Simokaitis, Grandmother Patricia Loomis, Grandfather Adolph Rios, Uncle Rick Rios, Aunt Theresa Purdy, Aunt Denise & Uncle Marcos Deanda; Cousins Marisa & Cody Goul, Klaire & Stevie Rae Purdy, Dee Coady and a countless number of extended family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his Grandmother Kaye Rios, Grandfather Joseph Coady, and Uncle Chris Coady.

Memorial services will be held in Texas and in Michigan. Dates and times will be announced at a later date.

Charitable donations in Brandon’s honor may go to: AIDS services of Dallas, Texas; a charity very dear to his heart.

For information on donations for the memorial services please contact:

Ashley Rios at Rios.ash86@yahoo.com

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Sherri Peffley
December 19, 2021 at 11:18 am

Robert & Marcie,

So sorry for your loss Sending our heartfelt condolences to you.

Love, Dick & Sherri

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Derrick Mask
December 24, 2021 at 10:51 am

Our deepest condolences to the Rios family! Brandon was one of the nicest and most sincere person I have had the pure pleasure of knowing. I will never forget your laugh, smile and kindness, it was my honor to call you not just my friend, but family. I will miss going to local rock shows with you, and being in the kitchen with you. You were loved and will be truly missed Brandon, rest in peace!

Love, Rick and Derrick

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Dorene Rios
December 30, 2021 at 7:57 pm

Derrick,
Thank you very much for your kind words. Brandon will forever be in our hearts! Many great memories and lots of laughs. Gone way to soon. Now he’s is heaven dancing on streets of gold with the Lord.
Love,
Brandon’s mom
Dorene

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Michael J Loufus
December 31, 2021 at 9:04 pm

Much love and respect to my dear friend Brandon and my condolences to his surviving family = Michael James, Dallas TX

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Dorene Rios
January 2, 2022 at 9:08 am

Michael,
Thank you so much for your kind words of Brandon. He will truly be missed but not forgotten!
I’ve enjoyed talking with you and hope to meet you soon if not someday.
Love
Dorene Rios

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Ben Davis
January 16, 2022 at 9:51 am

We had the pleasure of knowing Brandon, he was such nice talented person. Condolences to you all, he will be missed.

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Gary Herron
January 16, 2022 at 1:12 pm

While talking with Brandon and looking at his sketch pads . He always made you smile and laugh . What a treasure. Will miss our laughs together with the gang

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Avera Brady
January 16, 2022 at 3:56 pm

I worked with Brandon briefly, but I always felt he was friend. He was a beautiful person and made me smile and laugh countless times. I am so blessed to have known him. Thank you for sharing the information. Sending lots of love and healing light to all of Brandon’s loved ones.

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Cory Witt
January 16, 2022 at 5:32 pm

I met Brandon on his journey in Dallas. His passion and excitement was always evident. I was blessed to share meetings and fellowship with him. I’m sorry for his family and close friends, I know how special he was.

Cory, brother in sobriety

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Alan
January 16, 2022 at 6:19 pm

Brandon was one of the nicest people I’ve ever met. My condolences to the Rios family and all of his many friends.

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Mike Gluckman
January 17, 2022 at 2:09 pm

I had the pleasure of working with Brandon for many years. Always the guy that made everyone laugh and cared so much about others. I was always touched he himself put on a charity event for others, that really showed a lot about his character. His smile and laugh will be what I will always remember. May his memory be a blessing. My sincerest condolences to Brandons family and friends.

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Beth Isbell Fisher
January 17, 2022 at 6:42 pm

Brandon was the best person for cheering me on and celebrating life’s successes. Although we didn’t get much face time he cheered, celebrated and commiserated just as if we were sitting across the table from each other. To Brandon’s family, I’m wishing you peace in your hearts and souls; he was well-loved.

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Casey Cheney
August 1, 2022 at 10:36 am

I’m so sorry for your loss. Brandon was my one of my best friends in middle school, and I have many fond memories with him. He’s had a profound impact on my life, some in ways I didn’t truly understand for many years.

We sadly lost touch when he changed schools, but I thought of him often and hoped to reconnect. I regret that I didn’t pursue that more.

He was a wonderful, caring, and funny person. I’m so proud of the life he made for himself and so happy that he was surrounded by so much love.

Rest in power, friend.

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