Thomas Brandeberry, age 19, of Geneva, passed away Friday, October 4, 2013. He was born June 27, 1994 in Ashtabula, Ohio to Heather & Todd Brandeberry.

Thomas worked as a chef at Chops Restaurant. He was a 2012 graduate of Geneva High School and attended Assumption Catholic Church. He loved music, especially playing guitar, piano and drums. Thomas loved being outdoors and fishing with his dad. He was a “gentle giant” who loved his family and enjoyed making people laugh.

He is survived by his parents, Todd & Heather Brandeberry of Geneva; sister, Amy (Jon Loveland) of Geneva; beloved niece, Layla; girlfriend, Courtney Smith of Madison; maternal grandparents, Harry & Mary Lou Warner of Austinburg; paternal grandparents, Dr. & Mrs. C. K. Brandeberry of Ashtabula and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Friends will be received 6-9 PM, Tuesday, October 8, 2013 at The Behm Family Funeral Home, 175 S. Broadway, Geneva, Ohio. Mass will be celebrated 11:00 AM, Wednesday, October 9, 2013 at Assumption Catholic Church, 594 West Main Street, Geneva, Ohio. Final resting place will be at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Geneva.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the family.