Gone too soon! Brayden Avery Pusok 5/15/2009 - 9/28/2025 Junior at Klein Cane High School in Tomball, TX In 2008, Holly received news that would change her world forever. Though having a child wasn't in her immediate plans, she was absolutely elated—God clearly had a beautiful, unexpected blueprint for her life. That blueprint was named Brayden Avery Pusok. On the early morning of May 15, 2008, Brayden entered the world. It wasn't an easy arrival; an unexpected birth complication required an emergency C-section. Terrified but resolute, Holly faced that challenge head-on, driven by the fierce love of a mother determined to give her child the best possible opportunity at life. A Life Defined by Passion and Pride From those challenging beginnings, Brayden grew into a vibrant young man whose life was rich with talent, passion, and deep family connection. He was a keen artist, but it was on the bowling lanes where he truly found his spotlight. Following in the footsteps of many generations in his family—and with his biggest cheerleader, his mother Holly, always in the stands—Brayden became an avid bowler. He didn't just play; he excelled, earning multiple scholarships and competing intensely at the local and state levels, consistently achieving top 5 finishes. Holly met Mike and married him in 2015! Mike instantly fell in love with Brayden, and he and his daughter Alexis welcomed both Holly and Brayden into their hearts and lives. But bowling was just one part of his competitive spirit. Brayden’s love for sports was immense and unwavering, especially when it came to his hometown heroes: Football, the Houston Rockets, and of course, the Houston Astros. This passion was a bedrock for the bond he shared with his father, Mike, who took him to games and signings whenever he could, creating priceless memories that will be cherished forever. Just recently, Brayden was thriving in a new venture that perfectly catered to his love of the game—working at a baseball card trading store with his uncle Ray. This job was a joy, allowing him to immerse himself in the sports world he adored every single day. A Sudden and Profound Loss Brayden lived with a light and energy that touched everyone around him. However, on Sunday, September 28, 2025, that light was suddenly extinguished. Sadly, the world became too heavy for Brayden, and his journey on earth came to a devastating and premature end. The shock and sorrow this loss has brought to Holly, Mike, Alexis, Ray, Rudy, and their entire family are beyond measure. They are now navigating the agonizing reality of mourning a life that ended far too soon. We ask that you keep the entire Pusok family in your thoughts and prayers as they try to come to terms with this immeasurable grief and honor the memory of their beloved Brayden. We are reaching out to ask for your compassionate support. Let's rally around Holly, Mike, and the family to honor the memory of Brayden Avery Pusok.