Ben Breedlove’s mother Deanne has spoken exclusively to RadarOnline.com about the tragic passing of her son on Christmas Day and the legacy he has left behind.

“We have comfort that he is in a better place,” the valiant mom said. “My husband Shawn and Ben’s siblings were with him when he passed but we are preferring not to think about that. It’s too sad.

“Our bodies may ache but our hearts and minds know that he is in a better place. Ben had his challenges but he went to God for help and through him he was able to pass on a message of hope and peace.