Supporting the Family of Braden Deahl

Braden Deahl, 18, of Falls Church, Virginia passed away on May 29, 2023. He was a senior at Washington Liberty High School where he played Center Back for the Varsity Soccer team. Braden also played for Arlington Soccer's travel team. He had been recruited to St. Mary's College of Maryland where he planned to attend school and play soccer in the fall.

Braden is survived by his parents, Juli Swanson and Martin Deahl, sister Lyra Deahl, girlfriend Emely Loza, beloved pets Yukon and Spicy, aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends who he considered brothers. Braden was a fiercely loyal friend and teammate with a passion for soccer and a love of life. He was described by coaches as having the heart of a lion, indispensable in the backfield, and a pleasure to coach.

He was also a lover of adventure, whether on the ski slopes (a true daredevil on the double black diamonds) or in the ocean (the bigger the waves the better). He was a loving son, brother and friend to many. A young man whose light "burned bright" and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Braden's family has established the Braden Deahl Memorial Fund in his memory where donations may be made in lieu of flowers: https://bit.ly/bradendeahl

We have set this fundraiser up to help offset the cost of funeral expenses and help the family greive without worrying about this extra cost.

*Any remaining funds will be donated to the memorial fund linked above*

-Friends of the Family