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Trey Kaden Andersen

Sep. 26, 2003 - Aug. 3, 2024

Date of Service: Aug. 12, 2024

PROVO, UT – Trey Kaden Andersen returned home to his loving Heavenly Father on Saturday, August 3, 2024, after complications following a combined heart and liver transplant. Although he never sought or enjoyed attention, Trey’s dramatic birth, faith-filled life, and tragic passing have touched the lives of many people.

Trey was born on September 26, 2003, in Tremonton, Utah. Five days later, an inspired emergency room visit saved his life. After a Life Flight ride to Primary Children’s Hospital, doctors diagnosed Trey with Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome (HLHS).

Trey’s congenital heart defect meant a life of health struggles. He had three heart surgeries before his third birthday. He also suffered from protein-losing enteropathy. This made it hard for him to absorb protein and gain weight, contributing to the small stature of the body that housed his huge spirit. Trey always met his trials with faith and hope. He showed incredible bravery and meekness, patiently submitting to every painful procedure, and he loved the gift of his life.

Trey taught himself to read and finished the Book of Mormon before age six. He was “the family Google” because it was faster to ask Trey than to look it up. His love of learning propelled Trey to be a Valedictorian of Declo High School’s Class of 2022. A true-blue BYU fan from birth, two of the happiest days in Trey’s life were the day he found out he was accepted to attend BYU in 2022 and a few weeks ago when he found out he was accepted into BYU’s Marriott School of Management Accounting Program for fall 2024.

Trey enjoyed so many things in life. Playing games with his family and early morning basketball with his Dad and brothers. Following his favorite teams: BYU, the Utah Jazz, Real Salt Lake, and Liverpool F.C. Being on the Declo golf team was a great source of joy and the crowning moment of his golf career was helping his team qualify for the state tournament.

It is impossible to overstate the impact Trey had on his family. His biggest defender was his older brother, Tyler. He was the best friend of his brother, Luke. His younger siblings adored him. He was an obedient son and a joy to raise. His surprise visits home from college will forever be missed.

Trey was quiet and calm. People loved to be around him. He was a man of few words, but everything he said was witty, wise, or funny.

Trey worked hard to gain a testimony of Jesus Christ. He trusted in his Heavenly Father and lived a life full of faith. He loved family history work and was excited to attend the temple for the first time six months before his passing. Trey’s biggest goal in life was to serve as a full-time missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The last text Trey sent mentioned the mission he was hoping to serve after he recovered from his transplants. He is now serving that mission with his sister, Sasha, and all those engaged in temple and family history work are his companions on this side.

At the time of his passing, Trey had been waiting nearly two years for a heart and liver transplant. When he finally got “the call,” Trey announced that it was perfect timing for him. We believe in the perfect timing of the Lord, and although Trey’s brilliant brain did not survive the surgeries, we are so proud of his body for keeping his organs safe so that he could donate them and be the miracle another family had also been praying for. We are grateful for the incredible gift of organ donation, and for the grieving family that was willing to donate organs to help save Trey’s life.

Trey was preceded in death by his sister, Sasha; cousin, Elizabeth Webb; and uncle, Garrick Hall. He is survived by his parents, Ben and Robbie Andersen; siblings Tyler, Luke, Lauren (Lolly), Samantha (Sammi), Kendall, Kate, Evie, and Jake; grandparents, Alan and Norma Andersen of Burley, Idaho, and Randy and Siri Holman of Cedar City, Utah; and a huge extended family who will miss him dearly.

The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, August 12, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – Rupert 1st Ward (formerly known as the Minidoka Stake Tabernacle), located at 806 G Street, in Rupert, with Bishop Marc D. Christensen officiating. The interment will follow at Declo Cemetery.

Family and friends will be received from 5 until 7 p.m. Sunday, August 11, at Rasmussen-Wilson Funeral Home, located at 1350 E. 16th St., in Burley, and from 1 until 1:45 p.m. Monday, at the church, prior to the funeral service.

A live webcast of the Funeral Service will be available and maintained at the following link: https://youtu.be/eXfxMg-JXPw.

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Condolences for Trey Kaden Andersen

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From Allen Matthews:

I'm grateful for Trey's testimony and example of discipleship. Though I didn't know him, I've learned of and from his example and passing through Elder Andersen's conference talk. Thank you for your examples of faith, hope and charity. May the Lord continue to provide you with an abundance of hope, peace and joy. I was so touched today as I viewed Trey's funeral service. He has helped me to know specific ways that I can seek to bea better disciple of Christ.

From Dennie Smyer:

I want to send the Andersen family condolences for your loss of Trey. I regret that I am unable to attend his funeral as I am on a fire detail in Oregon. I much appreciate the privilege I had to teach and coach Trey. I will always remember his silent, dry wit and his strong competitive nature. Most of all I appreciate his unwavering Christlike example of love he has for Jaxon and his other golfing teammates. I will always hold a soft spot in my heart for knowing Trey and will cherish the experiences we have shared together.

From Sam Beaudoin:

I've worked at BYU with Trey for the past two years. He was always a quiet, but hardworking man. He never told us about these trials he's had because he didn't want the attention, and everyone who knew him here was devastated by the news of his passing. He was surprisingly strong and kind in every way, and he will be sorely missed.

From Peter Gordon:

I had the amazing privilege of meeting Trey my first week of going to BYU. The entire time I felt like I was a background character in his life because of how extraverted he appeared. He met many people and it was clear he loved all of them. And I know he said it to many but I was so blessed when he called me one of his best friends. And I truly believe that if he could he would tell everyone who wanted to be his friend that they too were his best friend. I am so grateful for his impact in my life and I know he has changed how I approach life. I love Trey and I know he will always be rooting for me and really anyone else that has ever met him.

From Judy Postma:

My love and prayers are with all of you. I didn't know Trey but I am related to the Funk family and followed Treys journey through them. He was so brave and awesome. Rest in peace son.

From Annette Hansen:

I have been following this journey with you through Megan Ostler...our new sweet neighbor here in Twin Falls. We are so sorry for your loss & admire your great faith. May the Lord bless you abundantly with sweet memories of this extraordinary young man.

From Shannon Williams:

Words cannot express our love and admiration for Trey, Ben and Robbie and their beautiful children. If we were all like them, what a wonderful world this would be. They have touched our hearts forever.

From Bridget Moriarty:

Being excused from this earth is not a punishment, although it hurts those who are left behind. It is the reward for a job well done. We must carry on
In this life learning and experiencing
the things we must do while we are yet here on this earth.

From Melanie Burt :

My prayers are with ya all. I remember seeing Trey a few times, didn't really get to know him however I know his mother and father well. He will be greatly missed

From Elizabeth Pobuayon:

Condolence to the berieved family, so sad i know you're now happy on the other side of the viel.

From Bonnie Larsen:

That is the most touching tribute I’ve ever read. Such a beautiful life. Thank you, Trey and family, for teaching us how to live.

From Abbie McCormack:

Although I only met Trey for a short period of time, I could definitely tell how kind of a person he was. Being a part of his honor walk will always be a special memory of mine. My deepest condolences

From Pam jones:

I am so sad to hear this. Prayers to your family.

From Natalie Romney (Madsen):

I’m so sorry Robbie and Ben and family. I hope the Lord will be with you and take your family in his care at this difficult time.

From Lorna Jones Rogers (friend of Sara & Lance from Albion):

Bless Trey & his family. I know you all are loved by our Heavenly Father & Jesus Christ.

From Ken Holman:

My brother, Brad, was Trey’s biggest fan. Whenever he prayed or whenever we prayed in his presence he would always remind us to pray for Trey to get a new heart. He never missed praying for Trey. We will miss him, but Brad will miss him the most.

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