Condolence From: Lana Miller
Condolence: Benjamin you have left your light and love with everyone that knew you and that knew of you...you'll never be forgotten. Thoughts with your loved ones... rest easy sweet boy.
LM - Whitecourt AB
Saturday August 20, 2022
Condolence From: Fay Pytel
Condolence: Although our families have never met; through the Oiler's hockey games, we grew to love Ben as though he was a part of our family. It was a joy to see his big smile and the twinkle in his eyes. Ben's memory will live on in all our hearts.
Letting you know, your family is not alone. Three years ago
(Aug.15,2019), my son passed away from a brain tumor-
glioblastoma. We gathered strength from our church family and friends, and our faith in God.
May our Heavenly Father, wrap His arms of love around your family, giving you comfort, strength, and peace through this very difficult time. Love and prayers from my family to yours.
Friday August 19, 2022
Condolence From: Luke O'Brien
Condolence: Sending love and condolences from Colorado to Ben's sisters and his parents. I became captivated by Ben's story last season. Thank you for sharing Ben's journey with people like me. I never got to meet Ben, but I got to feel the impact he made. I just want to share that there are no bounds or limits to Ben's impact. You are all in my thoughts daily. Lean on your wonderful community up there in Edmonton and communities beyond. With love, Luke
Friday August 19, 2022
Condolence From: wendy callihoo and family
Condolence: In our hearts you will always
Friday August 19, 2022
Condolence From: Jared Brennan
Condolence: To me true heroism is the ability to take something as tragically wrong as his illness and create something so unifying, undying, and enlightening that it changes the world for the better.
Rollyview Rd believes in heroes, and we believe in Benny Braveheart
Friday August 19, 2022
Condolence From: Diane Porteous
Condolence: Rest In Peace Ben.
A new star now lights up the evening sky. My thoughts and prayers are with your mom, dad, sisters and other family members. Your memories will give them strength and put a smile on their faces.
Thursday August 18, 2022
Condolence From: Jane Iaccino
Condolence: I met Ben while working at the Cross Cancer. He was just the bright light everyone said he was. My deepest sympathies and I will always remember him.
Thursday August 18, 2022
Condolence From: Stephan Davidge
Condolence: A smile and a spirit which will endure, forever. Thank you for the joy Ben brought to a world that truly needs it.
Thursday August 18, 2022
Condolence From: Emily Hall
Condolence: My condolences & prayers go out to Ben's family and friends. I'm a Sharks fan in the SF/Bay Area.
I didn't know Ben, but I followed his story thru twitter. It reminded me of the 2019 St. Louis Blues story of 11 yr. old Laila Anderson. That had such a happy ending. I had hoped this would be the same.
I was captivated by Ben. At 5 yrs old he was so kind & his heart was so big. His sense of humor made you forget he was seriously ill.
Ben was magical, he could turn enemies into supporters.
He was inspiring and that's what made us all "fall in love" with him.
His spirit was so big, I was hoping that it would convince his fragile little body to hold out and wait, even for just one more season. It couldn't. I was crushed when his father informed us all he had passed away.
I commend Connor McDavid & the Oilers organization for making him a "teammate" & making the last few months of his life a happy one. But really, it was all of us that was "gifted" with his presence. His story took us away from our fractured world, so for me, I am totally grateful to him.
I do "fan videos" as a hobby, mainly for the Sharks, but now I'm also an Oilers fan. I felt compelled to do a fan video for Ben. Here is my tribute to an amazing young soul.
Ben, in your short time here on earth, we know you left it all out on the ice.
Rest easy sweet angel.
https://youtu.be/GRhidrLO4ks
Thursday August 18, 2022
Condolence From: Alexander Palmer
Condolence: I may not know your son I am so sorry for your loss I hope you can be able to go to heaven praying for you guys as hard I know love of Oliers is so cool I’m here for you
Wednesday August 17, 2022
