Brandi Marie Garcia

Brandi Marie Garcia’s sunrise was on March 6, 2002 in Kansas City, Kansas. Her sunset was on April 1, 2025 at the age of 23. Although she was young, Brandi lived a beautiful, fun life.

Brandi is preceded in death by her father, Roque Garcia. She is survived by her mother, Bernadette Gutierrez; her Sissy Araceli “Chela” Martinez; sisters Raquel Martinez, Jackie Barcomb, Michele Ortiz, Natasha Mares; and brothers Luis Mares and Gerardo Garcia.

If you knew Brandi, you know she had a smile that could light up any room and a laugh you can still hear. She began cheerleading at just 9 years old, and it quickly became a true passion. After graduating from Shawnee Mission West in 2020, she became a youth cheerleading coach—pouring her heart into every moment. For Brandi, coaching was never just a job or a hobby; it was something she loved deeply. And when she wasn’t actively doing something cheer-related, she was talking about it.

Brandi had such a free spirit, especially in the last few years. No matter what life threw her way, she continued to live as freely and fully as she could. She spent her time with the people she loved most, soaking up every moment. Brandi loved being outdoors and truly lived by the phrase, “You only live once.”

Although her life was cut far too short, Brandi had so much more life left to live. Still, she made the most of every moment—living a life that was full, fun, and free. She created countless memories that will live on forever in the hearts of those who loved her.

A visitation will be held on Friday, April 18, 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00pm at the Amos Family Funeral Home in Shawnee, Kansas. Funeral services will begin at 9:30am on Saturday, April 19, 2025, also at the Amos Family, with burial to follow at Maple Hill Cemetery in Kansas City, Kansas.