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Brian Davila Obituary

Brian Fidel Davila Born in Meridian, TX, on May 13, 1972, the first of two children to parents Fidel Davila and Susan Gail Rippert, passed away on May 25, 2007 in Zurich, Switzerland at the age of 35. Brian attended Oak Park - River Forest High School in Oak Park, IL, graduating in the class of 1990 and attended the University of California, at Berkeley. At the age of 31, he retired from Yahoo! during the dot.com boom. Left behind to cherish his memory are his father, Fidel Davila; mother, Susan Gail Rippert; step-mother, Trudi Fay Davila; sister, Erica Gail Davila; step-sister, Jennifer Irene and her husband Glenn Schnetzinger; maternal aunts and uncle: Michael, Lori, Karen and Jeannie; paternal aunts and uncles: Manuel, Sandra, Efrain and Sonia and paternal grandmother Ana Maria ("Momo") Davila. There will be a gathering of family and friends on Friday, June 1, 2007, 6-8pm at Settegast-Kopf Company, Houston, TX. Funeral services will be held on Sat., June 2, 2007, 2pm at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 2353 Rice Blvd., Houston, TX.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle on May 31, 2007.

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31 Entries

Fidel Davila

May 25, 2023

You would be 51 yo and loving you niece and nephews so much as they would love you. They have missed knowing a truly great guy.

Ana Maria

December 16, 2022

Brian- your memory lives on. Your passing has impacted my life tremendously in that I never miss an opportunity to tell someone I love them. I always wished, as your little cousin, I had an opportunity to let you know how much I loved you. You will not be forgotten.

Fidel Davila

May 25, 2019

Brian..we still miss you a lot.

March 9, 2012

Brian was one of the most intelligent people I have ever met in my life. He has taught me a lot about life, love, as well as myself. We shared many laughter and tears together. He was always full of surprises. I will remember the many adventures and memories we shared. I know how devastating his passing must have been on you, knowing how much you loved him. I can only hope that time has eased your pain. He was fortunate to have such a loving family. He has left memories and friendships all over the world and will live on in the hearts of those who will always remember him.

May 31, 2011

I knew Brian from taking the same class at Berkeley. We became friends and stayed in touch after I graduated. He was brilliant and full of ideas. He made the best Pina Colada! R.I.P. my friend.

Eric S

October 22, 2009

Brian was an amazing and adventourous person. I'm proud to of known him and glad that we were friends.

Travel on Brian...

Emmy Lopez Misner

June 11, 2007

It's been many years since I last saw Brian. I knew him from college and think back on our time together as a laughter and fun filled adventure. I've thought of him many times over the years. A full hearty laugh, a Chicago reference, or indoor soccer shoes have all made me smile with memories. I have credited Brian with giving me confidence in a time in my life when I really needed support. I still carry that confidence because of him. Thank you Brian for being a part of my life.

Eric Anderson

June 8, 2007

I got the news via a international phone call from our mutual friend Mark Vaden. Brian stayed with Mark and I for several months back in 2003 (or 2002, who knows, but we had a lot of fun). Anytime I could get Mark and Brian away from Law and Order reruns, I found chatting about anything of substance intrinsically stimulating with Brian. Easily one of the most intelligent people I have known, I consider it a priveledge to have shared the moments and foosball matches that we shared. You are missed, even here in Central America, buddy.

Jenny Lind

June 7, 2007

I knew Brian a long time ago, when we both worked at a dot-com in Sausalito. He was a kind and generous person who brought people together, and always made people feel comfortable. I last saw him at my wedding, which he flew out to attend to be our mutual friend's date. My thoughts are prayers are with his family. Brian is missed by all.

Enrique Alvarez

June 7, 2007

I remember meeting Brian when he interviewed at Ikonic back in 1996. We became friends and later shared many a good drink and good times in San Francisco. In 2001, after the dot com crash, I took a wonderful month-long vacation with him to Argentina and Uruguay. It was one of the best trips of my life and Brian was a consummate travel companion, wine and steak connoisseur, and appreciator of Argentine women. Brian, you won't be gone as long as all of us, your friends and family, remember you and your love of life.

Katherine B. Callahan

June 7, 2007

I am having a very good friend of mine post the CD Brian made online for all of you to download. I know that everyone would love a copy. I will update you all on when the CD is posted online and ready to be downloaded. Thanks, Katie

Omar Garcia

June 7, 2007

My deepest regards to my family. I am truly sorry for the loss of such a down to earth, intellectual, & compassionate individual. I desperately wanted to be present at his funeral, however I had a trip planned with my family for months. It was a difficult decision, but upon analyzing the great loss of my cousin I felt a need to spend time with my immediate family, due the need for more memories together before God decides it is my time and they need to remember me. Brian is now and always will be in my prayer's. I'm sure he is using his intellect to help God help us ALL. Peace & Love to All!

Enrique Alvarez

June 6, 2007

Brian, I can still remember meeting you when you interviewed at Ikonic back in 1996. We became friends and later shared many a good drink and good times in San Francisco. In 2001, after the dot com crash, I took a wonderful month-long vacation with him to Argentina and Uruguay. It was one of the best trips of my life and Brian was a great travel companion, wine and steak connoisseur, and appreciator of Argentine women. You won't be gone as long as I, and all your friends and family, remember you and your love of life.

Barbara Wright

June 6, 2007

Susan,

I am so sorry to hear about your loss....It is never easy and I have no words to express the deep sympathy I am feeling...My prayers will be including you and your family for support and for guidance

Brian's Dad Fidel Davila

June 6, 2007

Thanks to all for the prayers and sympathy. Any information about Brian is greatly appreciated and cherished. Feel free to contact me by email and ask for address or telephone numbers. And, if in touch please contact us to get together.

Christopher Ditto

June 6, 2007

Brian is as much as you could hope for in a good friend. We've traveled together, crashed on each others couches, and told fibs about ourselves to beautiful women. I've known him for 16 yrs and it isn't even close to being long enough.

Kalyani Robbins

June 6, 2007

Brian was one of my oldest friends, and the first real bond I formed at Cal. We have visited each other in many locations over the years, after spending years as good friends in the Bay Area. A year and a half ago I became a single mom, and Brian flew out of state to be my date to a wedding when I was 6 months pregnant -- now that's a good friend! One of the most intelligent people I've known, Brian was also kind-hearted and had a warm spirit. I will miss him beyond words...

My heart goes out to his mom, Susan, who is an amazing person and who opened her home to me for a week back in '96. In our phone calls over recent months it became clear to me that she is an incredibly strong person, so I know she will get through this sad time and continue to be a great asset to her community.

Jim Spencer

June 6, 2007

Prayers abound for Brian's family. I am sure his memory will be cherished forever.
Peace

Michael Robinson

June 6, 2007

My thoughts go out to Brian's family and his friends. I didn't know Brian long before he left for Europe -- a little over a year -- but like he did with so many people he quickly became a friend. I remember the last time I saw him shortly before he left for Europe. We were laughing at how he tried to juggle a SF Giants game, shopping for music and at least three other commitments at the same time. Everyone the knew Brian will definitely miss him greatly.

Charles H.

June 6, 2007

I have a CD Brian made during the summer of 2005...he spent the whole summer making it, only finishing when he'd done a full set with almost perfect transitions from track to track. If anyone wants a copy, let me know. Brian you were so fun to hang out with. We miss you. I hope the music's good in heaven. Thinking of you, with sorrow, -C

Mark and Gena Vaden

June 6, 2007

Brian (radar) was my little brother in the fraternity. He was a groomsman in my wedding, and as my wife Gena said frequently the world's greatest house guest. We really miss his keen intellect and easy going nature.

Chris Vadnais

June 5, 2007

My condolences to the family of Brian Davila. He was a pledge brother of mine at Cal and a close friend. My last memory of him was as a groomsman in my wedding. I'll miss him!

Jorge Motoshige

June 5, 2007

I knew Brian at Yahoo!, where we worked together. We quickly became friends and were housemates for a time. I remember all the fun we had together in California, Florida, Spain and other places. He was a good friend and will be sorely missed.

Adriana (Silvero) Kopecka

June 5, 2007

My heart goes out to all of Brian's family and friends. Brian was a very important person in my life and someone who will forever have a piece of my heart. I will miss him dearly.

Katherine B. Callahan

June 3, 2007

As I sit here after a few days of sitting with this terrible news, I can honestly say that I can picture Brian dancing to his favorite house music. He was a great, great dancer! He loved music, as amatter of fact his last few months in San Francisco before he departed to Europe he was learing how to DJ, I have a cd he made for me, and would love to make copies for his family and friends..I do not understand why this happened, or how, but today in church I prayed for Brian, and his family.

Epi DeLeon

June 3, 2007

Brian spent several years in college living at the Delta Upsilon fraternity where we all bonded as brothers. He was one of the most liked because of his pleasant demeanor. Everybody enjoyed discussing science, society, or just about any topic with him because of his keen mind. Speaking for all the brothers that know him- "Davila, you will be deeply missed"

Georgette Oden

June 3, 2007

Brian and I were friends in high school near Chicago and then later, in Texas. I can see his face and smile so clearly, it's hard to believe he's gone. I will miss him very much.

Rudy Villarreal

June 1, 2007

My sincerest condolences and deepest sympathy for your loss..although I lost contact with my cousin Fidel,Jr over the years..there are fond memories of our childhood years in McAllen...unfortunately we all move on with our lives and tend to lose contact with close family...Our prayers are with you Fidel and your family..Your Cousin..Rudy Villarreal

Ramon (Chito) Garcia Jr.

May 31, 2007

Brian was my first cousin on my mom's side. We grew up together for awhile. We had alot of great times together along with our cousin Manuel (mito) Davila, and with all of our family. I will deeply miss Brian. I just can't express how I feel. BRIAN, I WILL MISS YOU MORE THAN I CAN EXPLAIN!!!
Love,
Chito

Katie Callahan

May 31, 2007

I think I was the last person in San Francisco who saw Brian. He and I had dinner, and drinks the night before he left. He was so happy to go to Europe. I met Brian through a good fiend Bart Howard, and we became fast friends. He and I went dancing all of the time, he loved house music. Brian left San Francisco and I never heard from him again, but I think about him alot. I will miss him dearly, he is a wonderful, loving, and amazing person. He will be missed by his family, and friends very much.

Tiffany Ainsworth

May 31, 2007

There are NO words. Heartbreak, anguish . I am so sad, but I keep laughing to myself, remembering the time Brian stayed with me in Las Vegas. I never knew Brian was SO MUCH FUN! We had such a great visit. After 20 years of knowing him, I finally got to know a different side of him. What a brilliant man.

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