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Brian Hilliard Obituary
Suddenly on Wednesday, September 7, 2005, of Alexandria, VA. He is survived by his loving parents Tom and Eileen Reichler; brothers and sisters Sherry (Sean), Stephanie (Chris), Vicky (Duncan), Rich, and James. He is also survived by his grandmother Mary Marshall; his aunts and uncles Joan, Essie, Leonard, and George; six nieces and nephews; and many cousins. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, September 13, 11 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Community, 1427 West Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA. Interment will follow in Bethel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his name to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief, 4800 Mt. Hope Dr., Baltimore, MD 21215-3231. Arrangements by EVERLY WHEATLEY FUNERAL HOME.
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Amanda Harman
January 9, 2007
Dear Family.
I just wanted to write to say i know its been over a year but i hope everyone is doing well ans i miss him still..
Cheryl Niblett
September 8, 2006
Dear Vicky & the rest of the Family:
We will always remember Brian the way he was, full of life and always having fun.
Our prayers & thoughts are with you all today.
Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him - May he rest in peace. AMEN
FROM: The Nibletts
anonymous
September 7, 2006
Dear Brian,
You are in everyone's thoughts today. All who knew you are missing you so much.
Jamie Pumpelly
September 5, 2006
To all of Brian's Family,
I am thinking of you intensly as you approach the one year mark. I know how hard it is. I know Brian and Allie must both be looking down on us.
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Jenny Estes
November 4, 2005
Dear Rich and James (and Hilliard Family),
I just heard about Brian's death this morning. I am absolutely stunned. Words can not describe the pain that you must be going through. There is nothing I could say to comfort you, or that you haven't already heard before, but my heart is truly aching for you and your family. Brian will be missed, but he will live on in all of you.
My deepest sympathy,
Vicky Niblett
November 3, 2005
We have just created a new website in memory of Brian. Check it out...www.rememberingb.com!!!!
Heather Norris
November 2, 2005
I knew Brian from the 8th grade on. He was a wonderful person and I can't believe that he is gone. I hope that your memories will carry you through. Brian was such a great friend! He will be missed by all!
Heather
Audrey Hatcher
October 21, 2005
Eileen and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss! Brian was a wonderful person and I'll always cherish those good times I had with my little "B" friend in years past. I'm here anytime if you need anything. God bless you and your family.
Love,
Carrie Robinette
October 20, 2005
Eileen, Tom and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless all
With Love,
Carrie
Cassie Robinette
October 20, 2005
Dearest Eileen and family
I am just devastated at the news that I have just received. I can't even imagine what your entire family has been going through and the pain dealing with this traggic loss! Seeing the wonderful picture of your adult children, makes me reflect back to the late 1980s, when our kids played together (and fought together (smile)). What a sweet loving boy. I have such wonderful memories of Brian and of our friendship together. I will let these memories carry me through. Continue to treasure all those wonderful memories, along with the additional trillion. With the closeness of your family and the lord above, I sincerely hope you and your family can find peace. I want to come find you and give you a great big hug! (One big hug for all of you). May the lord watch over you and your entire family.
With love
Cassie Robinette
April Shrewsbury
October 19, 2005
Eileen, Tom, and Family-
I was so sorry to hear about Brian's death, and will be praying that the Lord will comfort your family.
April
John Kelly
October 12, 2005
Eileen and Tom, My thoughts are with you and family.
John
Ed Maguire
October 7, 2005
Our prayers are with you and all those who suffer as a result of this tradegy.
Nicole Perella
October 7, 2005
I want to extend my warmest condolences and let you know that you have all been, and will continue to be, in my thoughts and prayers.
Nicole Perella
Vicky Niblett
October 6, 2005
Brian,
I miss you.
Love, Vicky
Tikara Pulliam
October 6, 2005
Eileen,Tom,and Family:
I am sorry for your tragic loss. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers.
God Bless you all,
TIKARA
Mike Roddin
October 6, 2005
Lori and I extend our heartfelt condolences to your family for the loss of your son Brian. During these difficult times, our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God grant you strength, solace and peace in helping preserve Brian's memory forever.
Kelly and Mike Terry
October 6, 2005
We will never understand why something so tragic can happen to those so beautiful and special to us. I hope that time helps ease your pain, and that memories are able to carry you through the day. You are always in our hearts.
He loved this pic of himself...it is pretty cool
October 5, 2005
We love and miss you so much Brian
October 5, 2005
Brian, Vicky, James
October 5, 2005
Brian having a good time (like usual). I can hear his laugh now.
October 5, 2005
Danielle, Vicky, Brian
October 5, 2005
Brian & Vicky
October 5, 2005
brothers but friends - Rich, Brian, James
October 5, 2005
Ellen and Ed Elgart
October 5, 2005
Dear Eileen,Tom and Family,
I'm sorry we can't be with you. I know you have a close family and together,you will find that each day will make you stronger. Just know we have been thinking and praying for you all.
Giselle Whitfield
October 5, 2005
Eileen & Tom,
My heartfelt condolences are extended to you for the loss of your son Brian. During these difficult times my thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you.
Giselle
Diane Nyren
October 5, 2005
Eileen and family: I was so sorry to hear the tragic news of Brian. Please know you are all in my prayers, that while some day it may never make sense, you can at least find peace and hold onto all those precious memories.
Cyndie and Cody Goetz
October 5, 2005
Those we hold most dear never truly leave us... they live on in the kindness they showed, the comfort they shared, and the love they brought into our lives.
Pat Villalobos
October 5, 2005
Eileen:
I am so sorry for your loss! I trust that God will give you the strength to go on. I wish I could tell you that time will fill that void you feel in your heart, but only God's love will be able to comfort you and your family. Lean on him! He will not leave you alone, especially at times when you feel like you cannot go on!
Thomas Drinkwater
October 5, 2005
Eileen & Tom: Eileen and I would like to express our sincere condolances over your loss. Having lost a son ourselves we understand your pain and suffering. Please remember our thoughts and prayers are with you and cherish all those happy times you had with Brian. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help. Tom & Eileen
Maria Holmes
October 5, 2005
Eileen, Tom and Family,
There are never the right words to express the sadness one feels for such a loss.
With Deep Sympathy, In this time of loss and sadness, may your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of Love.
Christian Fraley
October 5, 2005
Eileen and Tom,
Although I never met Brian, I can only imagine what an amazing person he was coming from your family. You both made me feel so welcomed when I first met you that I know Brian would have had the same wonderful personality and genuine caring towards other people. We should all be so lucky to be like your family and be able to live life to its fullest like Brian did.
May there always be work for your hands to do,
May you purse always hold a coin or two,
May the sun always shine upon your windowpane,
May a rainbow be certain to follow each rain,
May the hand of a friend always be near you,
May God fill your heart with gladness to cheer you.
An Irish Blessing
You and your family will be in my thoughts forever. If ever you need me, I will be there.
Sincerely,
Christian
Carl Sublett
October 5, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours - God bless!
Tammy & Robert Hughes
October 4, 2005
Tom, Eileen & Family:
We realize that there is really nothing that we can say to take your hurt away (only time will do that) but we will pray that God will bring peace to you and your family during this time of mourning.
Please know that if there is anything that we can do for you, we are just a phone call away.
Love Always,
Scott and (soon to be wife) Dani Greene
October 4, 2005
Eileen, Tom, and the entire family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. We were so sorry to hear of your loss.
Danielle Terrell- Khan
October 3, 2005
To all Brian's family and friends,
I was so shocked to hear of Brian's tragic passing. I know we watch the news and read the paper and realize such things happen in this world.One never expects it to hit so close to home.
I also know B's family, a wonderfully rare unit they are. I can't begin to fathom the pain they must feel. I do know their faith is strong, but it has been tested. Lean on God, trust in him and lift it up.
You will remain in our prayers always,
Love
The Terrells and the Khans
Cheryl Niblett
September 26, 2005
To the Hilliard Family:
Our deepest sympathies go out to all of you. The tragic news of Brian's loss was such a shock to all of us. We all loved him in our own way. We will remember him as he was, full of life and fun. He was such a lovely boy and we will miss him too. Please accept our heartfelt condolences on this sad and irreparable loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
From: The Nibletts,
Larry, Cheryl,Lonsdale, Connie & Tanya
Dan and Judy Avery
September 22, 2005
To Vicki and her family, We are so sorry to hear about your brother and can't imagine the pain and loss you feel. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family each day. Love, Dan and Judy Avery
Rebecca Conner
September 22, 2005
In times of need turn to prayer. May God answer your prayers and heal your pain.
Sheldon Norman
September 21, 2005
I work with Vicky & Duncan, and I just wanted to extend my condolences to the entire Hilliard family.
Roger Lee
September 20, 2005
As a friend of James, I would like to extend my most sincere condolences for the loss of Brian. My thought and prayers are with you and your families.
Raymond LaCharite
September 20, 2005
I'd like to take the time to express my deepest sympathies for the loss you all have suffered. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Carmen McGary
September 20, 2005
I am a friend of James. Over the past two summers I made some treasured memories of Brian and the rest of your family while camping on your mountain. It was such a complete shock to hear of this tragedy. I am so sorry for your loss. I keep you all in my thoughts, prayers and heart.
Fondly,
Carmen
Carol Winn
September 15, 2005
Eileen, Tom and family-
Although I never met Brian or your other children, I do know that they are the lights of your lives and your love of family shines through in all you do. I cannot imagine the terrible loss you have suffered. My deepest and heartfelt sympathies to your entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stephen Baldea
September 14, 2005
The Hilliard Family,
I was a close friend of Brian's from 4th grade to graduation and even after school. He was the first person I met when I moved to Virigina in 1992. I felt we were like brothers all these years. When I heard about the tragedy I was in denial, I didn't want to believe it but I had to. I want to say I'm sorry for the love that was lost in your family and that Brian will never be forgotten by me or my family that knew him. We all loved him and will miss him from this day out.
Maxine Maples Kilgore
September 13, 2005
Eileen and Family: I'm sorry we could not be with you during this very difficult time. Please know that we are thinking of you and that our prayers are with you.
Max and Fred
Melvia (Mel) Pulley
September 13, 2005
Dear Eileen, Tom, and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely, Mel
Brenda Belew
September 13, 2005
Tom and Eileen,
There is no loss greater than a child. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. Love, Brenda Belew
Wen Lin
September 13, 2005
Eileen and Tom,
I am soo sorry for you tragic loss. My god be with you and your family in this time of grief.
Merrilee Feller
September 13, 2005
Eileen and Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. May God watch over you and your family. My prayers and love are with you.
Much love,
Merrilee
Gloria King
September 13, 2005
Eileen and Family,
My prayers are for you and your family.
Joan Sable
September 12, 2005
Dear Eileen,
I cannot even begin to imagine your grief at the loss of Brian. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers always.
Sincerely,
Jamie Pumpelly
September 12, 2005
I think my sympathy message got posted twice. Sorry, I am obviously a little out of sorts.
Jamie Pumpelly
Jamie Pumpelly
September 12, 2005
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Hilliard,
You don't know me, but I heard through Leanne Medders about your tragedy. Leanne was my daughter's best friend, Jamie Alexandra Grimsley (Allie) who was suddenly killed two days before I was to take her college on 8/17. She was my only daughter, although I have two wonderful and supportive sons. Losing a child is so painful and it is simply out of order. My pain is still raw grief and I don't know when it subsides but I would be more than happy to speak to you if you thought it would help in anyway, I truly understand your pain. My phone number is (703) 550-2620. I hope you have lots of fond memories of Brian, I have lots of pictures of Allie all around the house. I hope you have a family you will support you as I have, it really makes a difference (but doesn't take away the acute grief you are feeling). I will be thinking of you. I hope you will always feel Brian's spirit with you.
Sincerely,
Jamie Pumpelly
Jaimee Cougle
September 12, 2005
To the family and loved ones of Brian Hilliard,
The memories I have of Brian are limited as they were a long time ago, but in the short time I did know him I realized he was an amazing person with the ability to brighten even the worst of days. I am so sorry for your loss and his memory and the profound effect he had on everyone's lives will make this tragedy a little easier to bear. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Debbie Fischer
September 12, 2005
Eileen and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your terrible loss. You're in my prayers.
April Fortenberry
September 12, 2005
Eileen and Family,
Our most heartfelt sympathy goes out to you in this deeply sorrowful time. I know that you have a great faith that will preserve your family and a great strength to comfort each other with the warmest of memories. Much love.
The Fortenberry's
Leslie Barber
September 12, 2005
Would just like to say I can't imagine the hardship your family is going through. You are all in my prayers. I have been a good friend of Brian's since he started working at Clyde's and I have been in disbelief since I heard the tragic news. I will be at the funeral tomorrow to pay my respects! God bless!
Betisa and Aaron Brown
September 12, 2005
Dearest Eileen and Tom,
Words cannot express my shock and sorrow. I know there is nothing I can say that will ease your pain, so I just want you to know that I am here for you and praying-- as you have been for me so many times.
Much love,
Betisa
Jamie Pumpelly
September 12, 2005
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Hilliard,
You do not know me at all. I knew Josh (Brian's good friend) through Leanne. Leanne was my daughter's best friend. Allie,18 and leaving for college in two days, died on August 17th suddenly in car accident (the only fatality). I can tell you that I understand your pain and suffering. I was very close to my daughter and I am still entangled in grief. If you would like to call me at anytime I would be happy to speak to you. My phone number is (703) 550-2620. Sometimes its nice to talk to someone who really understands and the grief is still so raw. I hope that Brian brought you joy and love, as my daughter did (and I still feel her spirit is with me). I am so sorry for your loss. I wish you the best and I hope you have a family support system to help you through this period. Life will never be the same for your family or mine.
Herman Gaines, Jr.
September 12, 2005
Eileen, Tom and other relatives - Brian is in a better place and my prayers are with you as you go through these moments of sadness...
God loves you all,
Cindy Hermes
September 12, 2005
Dear Eileen,
Deepest sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Ashley Emmons
September 12, 2005
Dear Hilliard Family,
I was one of the many people who knew and loved Brian. He was best friends with my brother Ryan and next door neighbor Josh. Brian was at my house almost every night I was there, playing cards or just hanging out with the guys. He was always very sweet to me and became a really good friend. I know how you all are hurting, I see it in Josh and Ryan's eyes every day since the accident. Please know my prayers are with you and your family and I love you very much.
Sincerely,
Ashley Emmons
Andrea Williams
September 12, 2005
Tom and Eileen, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son, Brian. My heart goes out to the both of you and your family. I can't imagine the pain and sorrow you must feel. I pray that you find the strength to make it through the days ahead.
Kim, Jerry and Kayla Midkiff
September 12, 2005
Eileen and Tom. We were so sorry to hear about Brian. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mr. & Mrs. Robert L. Neff
September 12, 2005
My deepest sympathy for this tragic loss. We raise our children to the best of our abilities, however, we can not protect them forever.
Robert
Nicole Cochraham
September 12, 2005
Dear Sherry and family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at the loss of your brother. May the joy and memories of Brian's life help ease the pain. I will keep you in my prayers.
Nicole(Lori H's friend)
LaVerne Kidd
September 12, 2005
Thinking of you and sharing in your loss. I pray that caring thoughts and wishes strengthen you and bring you comfort. God's amazing grace and mercy will bring you through.
Sandy Long
September 12, 2005
Eileen and Family,
I can only imagine the pain and sorrow you must feel for the loss of your son. I know how I felt losing a husband, and I said then, the only thing worse would be to lose a child, so I can only imagine your grief and pain.
Please remember that God's love is there for you to rely on - his love and our wonderful family and friends are what has gotten me through this year. I hope the same can work for you and your family.
Please know that if you need anything or just want to talk (it is hard, but I found that talking does help)I am here and am more than willing to listen.
God Bless you and your entire family. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
With Love,
Sandy
Edna Taylor-Capers
September 12, 2005
Dear Eileen:
I was so devastated to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy to you and your family and My prayer for your family's strength during this difficult time.
Pam McCord
September 12, 2005
Eillen, Tom and Family,
I don't know how all of you are feeling and don't want to pretend like I do- I just want each and everyone of you to know that I am praying for you and your famiy and You will get through this because of the love and support you all have for one another- I have seen this and witnessed this between all of you. May God Bless you and your Families.
Pam McCord
Ivy Elliot
September 12, 2005
God bless you and yours. Brian is in a better place right now. He has not left you because he's looking down at all of you with smiles of joy because he didnot suffer long. Your love for Brian shall always be in a safe place with in your hearts and souls.
Sincerely, Ivy
Thomasine Coleman
September 12, 2005
To Riechler and Hilliard,
"Oh Lord our help in ages past, our hope for years to come, our shelter from a stormy blast, and our eternal home".
This is such a precious lost. I know that God's eternal love will bring you comfort as you grieve and God's peace will bring you joy as you celebrate Brian's life.
My love and prayers have gone forth.
Mary McHale
September 12, 2005
Dear Tom and Eileen,
I am praying for you and your family now and I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers in the future. I know that your faith will help you through this difficult time.
Please take care,
Mary McHale
Christi and Kevin Steiner
September 11, 2005
Dear Eileen, Tom, and your Wonderful Family,
We have no idea the pain and sorrow that you must be suffering with the loss of Brian.
Please just know that we are out here loving and caring about you and your family.
Knowing what a beautiful, close, and loving family that you all are, you are blessed in having the best comfort God can give.
All Our Thoughts, Love, Sympathy, and Most of All 'Prayers' are With All of You.
Most Sincerely, Christi and Kevin Steiner
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