A book of Brian
Brian was an avid reader. A collector of information, a student
of history and a story teller. He would read books multiple times and was
proud of his book collection.
Beginning when I had cancer in 2010 Brian and I drafted our
will, discussed our wishes regarding our death and updated our estate through
the years. He didn’t want a service or a party. “Having a Party is your thing,
not mine”, he would say to me.
Over the last few days. Many people have reached out. Sharing a
memory. Expressing their gratitude for Brian’s generosity, cooking or kindness.
Sharing how he spoke so lovingly of his family, of me. All wanting to honor
Brian and his memory.
Once he said to me. “Some speak ill of me. Saying things that
may or may not be true for their own reasons.” “I would hope to be remembered
for my actions. As I always tried to do what is right. Tried to do what was
right for others and always for my family.”
Brian did not want a funeral service. In order to honor his memory and allow others
to share their Brian stories, we will be creating a book. Write your message,
story, letter, or poem and let’s compile it into a photo book. I will print
that book of honoring Brian for each of his children, his mother, brother, etc
so that his legacy of thoughtfulness, giving and love can be memorialized. So
his memory will continue to be a blessing.
We have created this website where you can contribute your
story, ode, letter, poem and pictures. Let’s be creative.
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