On Thursday February 19, Brandyn went to the Outer Banks Hospital because of an ongoing infection. Due to an an obstruction in his airway caused by the infection, they attempted to intubate him. In the process, he coded and the attempts to resuscitate him lasted 10 minutes. He was transported to Virginia Commonwealth University hospital in Richmond, Virginia for intensive care. Due to the lack of oxygen, the damage to his brain is irreversible. At this time, he has no neurological function and will not wake up. 

Brandyn was a registered organ donor and he is currently being kept alive on a ventilator as they prepare him for organ donation. His gift of organ donation is a testament to the love he gave to others and the legacy he will leave behind. 

Brandyn was a person who demonstrated his love to everyone around him in more ways than we can articulate. He would move heaven and earth to be there for everyone around him and his people were the center of his world and the foundation for everything he did. He cared deeply for his pets, his family, his friends, but especially his beloved wife, Caitlin. His world revolved around Caitlin; caring for her, providing stability, and supporting her in every way. 

During this time, we are looking to support his wife, Caitlin. At this time, there is immediate need of funeral costs and final arrangements. Beyond that, Caitlin will need support with additional living expenses to sustain her during this time of grief as she figures out her future steps. We are surrounding Caitlin in love and aiding her in this process. 

Brandyn was the Executive Chef at The Froggy Dog Restaurant in Avon, NC. He was an integral part of our Froggy family. He was our friend, family, and chef. If you’ve ever been on the receiving end of his love, you know how lucky we are to have had him in our lives. 

Thank you for supporting Caitlin through this.