Brandy Denise Snider, a 41-year-old woman from Midland, Texas, tragically passed away on September 30, 2020. She was born on August 27, 1979, and was well-loved by her family and friends. Brandy was known for her amazing smile, caring soul, and her many accomplishments, including state cross country and track titles, state piano awards, and being editor of her high school paper.
She was a beloved mother to her children and was actively involved in her community.
The circumstances surrounding Brandy's death were tragic. On the morning of her death, a man named Lonnie Burcham, who was 44 years old at the time, broke into Brandy's home without her consent. Witnesses reported that Burcham was armed when he entered the home and fired at Brandy, resulting in her death. After shooting Brandy, Burcham attempted to take his own life but survived with a non-fatal self-inflicted gunshot wound. Midland Police Department issued a warrant for Burcham's arrest on charges of capital murder.
Following the incident, Burcham was arrested and later sentenced to 80 years in prison for the murder of Brandy Snider and an additional 15 years for aggravated assault. The sentences will run concurrently, meaning Burcham will not be eligible for parole until he has served at least 30 years of his sentence. The court also ordered Burcham to pay a fine of $5,000.
The case drew significant attention in Midland, and the community mourned the loss of Brandy Snider. Her family and friends remembered her for her kindness, dedication to her children, and her active involvement in various community activities.
Brandy's death was a heartbreaking event, and the legal proceedings that followed highlighted the severity of the crime and the impact it had on her family and the community.
