Braiden Lucas Short

Braiden was born June 10, 2003, in Elkins, West Virginia, a son of Thomas Brian and Jaime Dawn (Durst) Short, who survive at home.

Also surviving is brother and best friend, Zac Short and wife, Madison, of Philippi; expected nephew, Jace Short; grandparents, Tom Short and wife, Shelley, of Philippi, and Kevin Durst and wife, Suetta, of Belington; great-grandmother, Nancy Durst of Montrose; aunt, Gwen Shelton and husband, Jason; cousin, Emma, Reese, Addie and Carter; and numerous friends that will forever miss him.

Braiden was a graduate of Philip Barbour High School’s class of 2021. He played on the PB baseball team for four years and his senior year the team went on to be Sectional Champs.

Braiden was an avid fisherman, and was a member of the Philip Barbour Fishing Team, and the Bass Nation of WV. He also enjoyed hunting, golfing and farming.

Braiden was loved by everyone and would always lend a helping hand. He will be remembered for his big heart and smile.

Family meant a lot to Braiden, he always loved the time he was able to share with them.

Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home and Crematory, 220 N. Walnut St. Philippi, on Sunday March 5, from 1 to 8 p.m. and on Monday. March 6, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m., with Pastor Jeff Burnett officiating. Interment will follow in the Short Family Cemetery located on their farm.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Holy Pursuit’s Dream Foundation, www.Holypursuitsdreamfoundation.org.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.wrightfuneralhomeservices.com.