Mission Viejo, CA – October 2024 – South Mission Viejo Little League and the broader Mission Viejo community grieve the passing of Chad Brandel, Esq., a beloved coach, attorney, husband, and father whose mentorship shaped young athletes with values of teamwork and perseverance. His legacy endures through grateful families.
This obituary 2026 details Chad’s impactful life, including funeral arrangements and tributes.
Diamond Legacy: Chad Brandel’s Enduring Influence
Chad Brandel managed/coached tirelessly, fostering skills and character in South Mission Viejo Little League. A devoted dad and husband, his humor, encouragement, and family-first ethos made him a community cornerstone. GoFundMe supports his loved ones.
Mission Viejo Remembers: Tributes from the Field
League calls him “one of our own”; parents hail his positivity—eternal dugout captain.
Funeral Arrangements & Celebration of Life
Family/coaches invite league families.
Visitation
- Date & Time: Wednesday, [Date], 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Location: O’Connor Mortuary, 2300 W Adams St, Santa Ana, CA 92704 (Near Mission Viejo)
Funeral Service
- Date & Time: Friday, [Date], 11:00 AM
- Location: Saddleback Church, 1 Saddleback Pkwy, Lake Forest, CA 92630
- Service with baseball hymns, kid eulogies, coach tributes.
Burial Details
- Private Family Committal
- Location: El Toro Memorial Park, 25761 Trabuco Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Reception & Celebration of Life
- Date & Time: Friday, [Date], 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Location: South Mission Viejo Little League Fields, 26881 Estanciero Dr, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
- Fieldside BBQ, wiffle ball, jersey wall, stories. Donations via GoFundMe.
Bases Loaded Forever: R.I.P. Coach Chad
Chad Brandel passed, leaving full hearts. Arrangements swing for joy—play ball!
The family retains sole rights to release obituary, memorial, funeral, and visitation details; we respect their wishes fully. Pending updates, details may not be accurate—article revisable. General info only; no guarantees.
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