Brianne Michelle Barned, of Lakewood, Colorado, passed away August 28, 2016, at the age of 31. She was born in Denver, Colorado on May 25, 1985 to Gregory and Chris Barned. Brianne was raised in Golden, Colorado and graduated from Golden High School, class of 2003. Brianne may be most remembered for her sense of humor and joy in making others laugh and smile. Beloved daughter, sister, sister in law, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and aunt, Brianne is survived by her father, Gregory Barned; mother, Chris Barned; sisters, Bethany Barned and Becki Busa (Dan); maternal grandmother, Margaret Bruns; paternal grandfather, Ronald Barned; aunt, Rhonda Kelly; and numerous extended family. Loving mom to Aero, her adopted kitty. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, William Bruns; and paternal grandmother, Barbara Grant. Viewing will begin Friday, September 2, 2016, at 10 AM, followed by Funeral Services honoring Brianne at 11 AM, at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 7577 West 80th Avenue, Arvada, Colorado 80003. Interment immediately follows at Golden Cemetery, Golden, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made in Brianne's honor to: Foothills Animal Shelter 580 McIntyre Street Golden, Colorado 80401 www.foothillsanimalshelter.org or Harmony Foundation Drug & Rehab 1600 Fish Hatchery Rd Estes Park CO 80517 Please share your memories of Brianne and condolences with her family by signing the guestbook below.