OBITUARIES
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Friday | July 19 - 25 | 2019
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Brandon Andrew Brajevich May 18, 1986 - July 1, 2019 Brandon A. Brajevich, 33 of Hemet, was a beloved son, father, husband and, friend to many. He is survived by his threeyear-old son Brandon A. Brajevich II, his wife Caitlyn Brajevich, Mother Kiyo Kirk, Father Steve Brajevich, Step-father Bill Kirk, and Brothers Cody Brajevich, Chris Kirk, Michael Kirk & William Kirk II. Brandon was born in Hemet on May 18, 1986, and graduated from Hemet High School in 2004 and a lifetime resident of the Hemet Valley. Brandon was an Amazing, Loving, Kind, Selfless person who would go out of his way to help people. Brandon has touched so many lives in so many ways. Growing up he loved skateboarding, skating and became a part of The Wheelhouse (Twh) gang. Brandon was involved in many skate competitions and was very passionate and dedicated to the sport he loved and enjoyed. Brandons’ second passion was Rock Climbing. Brandon worked out, practiced and did whatever it took to take on the Challenges of Rock Climbing and he was good at it. Brandons’ second home was Reliant Food Services in Temecula where he worked for many years and everyone there was like family to him. But his greatest Love, Pride and Joy was his son, Brandon A. Brajevich, II also known as Little Man. Whenever they were together his whole life would light up. He loved his son with all his being. Brandon love the outdoors, so he would share those moments with little man. Brandon is respected and loved by all and will be deeply missed. We Love You and Miss You Brandon. A Memorial Service for Brandon will be held on Saturday, July 27, 2019, at 1:00 pm at the San Jacinto Assembly of God, 300 W. 1st. St, San Jacinto, Ca 92583. In lieu of flowers, an educational fund is being set up for Brandon A. Brajevich II. For more information, contact Kiyo Kirk 951-205-1572.
PAUL
from A6 off the field with my head down. Michael Paul ran over to me from his sideline put his arm around me and said, "that was a heck of a playing kid, I know you're in pain, but don't let anyone see that. That's not what football is about. You walk off this field with your head held high. Don't ever let your opponent see that you are in pain. When you get home, then you can cry, but while you are on the field, you act as
tough as you possibly can." Those are words that have stayed with me throughout my football career, construction career, and something I instill in my kids/ players I coach. That night Michael Paul made a difference in my life, and I'd be willing to bet he doesn't even remember that because he has probably said something similar to many different boys. Valley-Wide came together to honor him by renaming the Gymnasium after him, that doesn't even begin
to touch what the community owes a man who dedicated most of his life to helping raise their children, but it will do. Michael Paul was at the ceremony and thanked everyone who showed up. There was loud applause for him, and tears spread around the crowd. We hope that his predecessors to half as good of a job that he has because his presence is already deeply missed around the facilities. Thank you, Michael Paul, for your dedication to our community!
FREEWAY from A1
referring to this project as the “60-Swarm." Since Gilman Springs is still under construction, and Hwy-74 will be under construction for the next couple of months, getting in and out of town could be difficult for drivers. Some people do not like sitting on the 91-parking lot, but coming through Ramona Expressway/Cajalco road may be the easiest way out of town. The biggest project will be an 18-mile re-paving of tarnished and crumbling material. Crews will only get so many hours to work on these panel replacements. One shift will consist of Closing off a lane, Demolition of existing concrete, Rebare, Dowl, and Basket Installments, and then pouring the concrete back. Depending on the size of the panels, the crews will only be able to do so many feet per night before having to get off the freeway and opening it up for rush hour traffic. The concrete needs to get dry and cure, so the company will use a hot mix that is ready to be driven on within
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT: What to expect in the next few months. | Photo by Kyle Headlee a couple of hours after being poured. That means it will be a fast-paced process that leaves very little room for error. Cal-Trans is very strict on what times they allow companies to take lanes and what times they have to give lanes back. Penalties and fines can start to stack on top of each other quickly if companies aren't careful with the amount of work done in one night. Sometimes, it is better to be conservative in the square footage estimate per night than have to pay because you can’t give the lane back on time. The standard shutdown times are 10:00pm-4: 00 am. These times will vary
depending on the day of the week or holidays. The time window isn’t huge, but they can have it done with the right crew companies. Granite, Ames, and Atkinson have crews who specialize in panel replacement/re-paving and have lead the way doing this type of work in our surrounding area. Crews will be seven days a week doing Panel replacements and shoulder work during the weekdays and complete shutdowns and re-paving on the weekends. It’s going to crowded and busy on the 60 for the next few months so keep that in mind as you try to head out of town.
TMI: Alex Verduzco and Jose Mayorga. | Photo courtesy of Toward Maximum Independence
TMI
from A1 Alejandro "Alex" Verduzco. The team assists with flipping bread, making sure all bread is fresh, carrying boxes, bagging potatoes, and other day to day needs of the Food Bank. "Our team enjoys working at the Food Bank because the people we work with are enjoyable, welcoming, and treat each of us with respect. We are a family," Verduzco said. "The Food Bank has clearly expressed to us multiple times how much they value our help. They have also communicated to us that they could not operate as efficiently without us. The team feels a sense of worth and accomplishment in giving back to the community. We see the need for food in the community and the appreciation of the patrons when they receive food that our team helped put together." The mission of the Bread Basket Food Bank is to feed souls spiritually and physically. The Food Bank is operated through donations and is available to anyone to shop by donation. There are no applications or qualifications needed. There are a variety of breads and different foods available each week. Emergency food is also available. "Alex and his young men are an amazing help and make our work so much easier," Bread Basket Food Bank Coordinator Lynnea Hiebert said. "All are hard-working men and a joy to be around and talk with as we serve others. They are also committed, prompt, neat, and personable. Because of their help, they save us hours of time. There are truly no words to explain what help the TMI teams are to the Food Bank." Additional local businesses that have partnered with TMI to provide volunteer opportunities for their clients include: Cops 4 Kids, Hemet Public Library, San Jacinto Senior Center, My City Youth Center, Old Hemet Theater, Cagliero Ranch Nursery, Harvard Street Music Exchange, San Jacinto Chamber of Commerce, and the Salvation Army, among many others. "Before working for TMI, I was a supervisor at a warehouse, and I didn't see the need in our communities for companies like TMI until I started working here," Verduzco added. "There's so much to do for our clients and not so many resources available. I am glad God put me in this type of job. I enjoy every day, and every minute I get to work with these guys. I thank TMI for the opportunity they gave me and hope the government can do more for people with disabilities." Another TMI group making a difference in the Hemet Community is Harry, Christopher, and Andrew, who recently began volunteering at the Hemet Chamber of Commerce. The team assists with housekeeping, as well as promoting upcoming events within the community by passing out flyers and visiting new businesses around Hemet. "The group had some anxiety about starting something new and un-
ORGANIZING FOOD: Food Bank Group. | Photo courtesy of Toward Maximum Independence
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Harry, Christopher, and Andrew-Hemet Chamber. | Photo courtesy of Toward Maximum Independence known, but with confidence and teamwork they have become the ultimate trio," TMI Hemet and San Jacinto Division Manager Jose Mayorga said. "These gentlemen have become active role models within the community and have become a strong force of unity. We are extremely excited to see the continuous growth and confidence rise within these young men. Not only are they helping the Hemet and San Jacinto community grow, they are becoming positive advocates for individuals with autism and other disabilities." TMI believes that disability does not mean inability and that the three cornerstones of a strong life foundation are: living as independently as possible, having the opportunity for real work for real pay, and all children belong in safe and caring homes. In addition to Employment Solutions, TMI offers Assessment and Intervention Services in Hemet and San Jacinto, which is designed to provide person-centered services and
supports to individuals with IDD to maintain the least restrictive environment within the context of family homes, group homes, and independent living arrangements. If you know of a local business who could benefit from TMI volunteers or employees, please contact TMI at (800) 877-5452 or visit their website at tmiinc.org. Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation that has provided services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1981 and the deaf and hard of hearing since 2000. It is the mission of TMI to provide personalized services to those who require support, enabling them to make informed choices regarding how they live, work, and function productively and independently in the community. With offices in San Diego, Temecula, El Centro, and Corona, TMI currently serves more than 800 children and adults.
THE FOOD BANK: Alex Verduzco- Michael-Stephen- Corey. | Photo courtesy of Toward Maximum Independence