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Jason Brand, age 19, of Mount Pleasant, was killed on Sunday, July 10 when a 2021 Honda Pilot driven by a 26-year-old White Plains man, was northbound on the Taconic State Parkway in the town of Mount Pleasant and attempted to make a left-hand turn onto Cleveland Street, state police said.
Brand was southbound on the parkway driving a 2005 Yamaha motorcycle and was unable to avoid the Honda Pilot, police said.
"With immense sorrow, we share news of the passing of Jason Brand, a spirited Valhalla alum from the Class of 2020 who embodied Viking love," said the Valhalla School District.
The district went on to say Brand was "a big-hearted, intelligent and genuine young man, not to mention a star soccer player."
District officials added that Brand had "abundant school spirit and loved to attend athletic events to cheer for his friends and classmates.
" He was funny, joyful, and passionate about Valhalla. He reminded us that being kind and caring toward others is the backbone of benevolent relationships."
A visitation will be held from 2 to 4 p.m., and from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, July 14, at Pleasant Manor Funeral Home, Inc., 575 Columbus Ave., Thornwood,
A Mass of Christian burial will take place at 10 a.m on Friday, July 15, at Holy Name of Jesus Church, 2 Broadway, Valhalla.
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