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ARREDONDO, Brian Luis December, 19, 2011, age 24. Loving son of Victoria Foley of Norwood, MA, Alexander Brian (aka Carlos) Arredondo of Roslindale, and stepson of Melida Arredondo, also of Roslindale. Brother of the late Lcpl. Alexander Scott Arredondo of Randolph. Brother of Nathaniel Foley of Norwood, MA. Grandson of the late John C. Foley (former U.S. Marine), the late Nancy R. Foley of Jamaica Plain, Luz Marina Redondo of Costa Rica, and the late Carlos Luis Quiros of Costa Rica. He is also lovingly remembered by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. A wake will be held at the Mann and Rodgers Funeral Home, 44 Perkins St., (corner of So. Huntington Ave.), JAMAICA PLAIN, on Tuesday, Dec. 27th, 4-9 PM. A Funeral Mass will held at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 90 South St., Jamaica Plain, at 10 AM on Wednesday, Dec. 28th, followed immediately by a procession and interment at Rural Cemetery at Pemberton and North Street in Walpole, MA. Brian will be laid to rest next to his brother, Alexander. In lieu of flowers, the family asks consideration for a donation to aid with funeral expenses. Donations may be sent to the Brian Arredondo Memorial Fund, c/o The Cooperative Bank, 40 Belgrade Ave., Roslindale, MA 02131.Guestbookat: www.mannandrodgers.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 25 to Dec. 27, 2011.

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Melida Arredondo

December 19, 2021

I remember and miss you Brian. I can't believe it's been 10 years since you left us. The void you left can never be filled.

Melida Arredondo

December 19, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful stepson and friend. We will love you and miss you always Brian.

Melida Arredondo

December 19, 2019

Your legacy lives on in the work of the ArredondoFoundation.org and in the hearts of your parents and me, the stepmother. Love you Brian 4eva! Mélida

Diana Arredondo

April 27, 2013

May you and your brother rest in peace. Continue to watch over your father, for he is an angel on earth!

April 24, 2013

I was looking through pictures and one of you playing with the kids after a dip in the pool. I remember your brother teaching him karate too. I wish I could've helped. Love you both.

Catherine B

April 18, 2013

Your Dad is doing great things , he is hero. I am certain you and your brother are watching over him. You and your brother live on in your fathers heart. You will never be forgotten.

Stephanie DiIeso

February 7, 2013

Hey There Bri. Miss u and Alex every day, and not 1 day goes by that I dont think of u both. <3 yas and keep watchin over us all and ty 4 bein a guardian angel 2 us ! RIP 5-10-87-12-19-11

Lea Forbes

January 8, 2013

Hugs to you Victoria. As you know, I did not know Brian OR you, but my heart still aches for both of you! I fully understand the pain of losing a son to suicide and wishing there was something you could have done! My Jeremy will have been gone 7 years on January 13th. Bless you and BOTH your sons!! My thoughts and prayers are always with you!

Victoria Foley - Arredondo

January 7, 2013

My Heart is still tender.. The memories of my son as a child will never fade.. I miss your beautiful spirit and your contagious smile.. Finding out so much more about you now that you are no longer here. Love and miss you, deeply Mom I wish that I could saved you...

Sue Carter

December 21, 2012

I am thinking of Brian and his loving family especially at this time of year when we should all be with our loved ones. I know Brian and Alex are always part of your lives and in your hearts but how hard it is to not have them in your arms at Christmas. Beautiful, fine young men! Thinking of you with love and wishing you peace, Sue Carter

Melida Arredondo

December 18, 2012

A year ago tomorrow you left us. You will never know how missed you are. Dad and I will always love you.

May 16, 2012

I miss you Brian, more than you will ever know! Happy belated birthday.

Priscilla Foley

May 10, 2012

Brian I think of you all the time and I miss you sooo much lil cousin.. But I know your with Alex and you both are looking after your Mom and Nate. I just miss you and Alex and I love you

Debra Hogan

May 10, 2012

Our Hearts are heavy,your loss,great...My son has lost one of his dearest Friends in Brian,I am so happy to have been blessed in meeting and knowing Brian,his smile so big,so handsome so sweet.My Family will love you Forever,think of you often and miss you terribly,I pray your Mom and Dad, and all your Family members and Friends find strength in their beautiful memories of you, Much Love Our Friend and until we meet again we shall remember you alway's with a smile.

Amelia Lopez

March 12, 2012

I just wanted to say how much this shocked me when I found this out last week. I remember all the fun times when we were like 10, watching celebrity wrestling LOL... and playing with becca when your aunt laura lived in cambridge or when you and ale would taunt me when your mom would curl my hair. :) looking back at those moments and thinking how the heck we didn't stay in touch. you were a brave soul brian... a good hearted man. you would not think twice to do for others. That is the brian I remember. we all miss you!!! And this is something that will make my heart heavy. I am so sorry for the Foley family and Arredondo family's loss. we truly lost a great person. He's smiling down on all of us and I find peace in knowing that
0:) <---- Angel

February 19, 2012

Brian you are a great friend. I miss you so much and can't believe this has happened! I wish we had stayed in touch...i know it might have helped! RIP Brian, I know I will think about you often - You will never be forgotten.

Margie Ballew

February 18, 2012

I lost my brother January 14th. I'm still so lost and broken. I know Jesus has all his children tight in his arms. There are times I just don't care about life, I lost my mother 6 months ago. Yet when I think I have no fight left, I turn to my children and my brothers children and know why I must keep going. I pray w all my heart for each of you. I'm so so sorry for your pain. My brother would have been 31 next month. I believe we need to come together to bring this to a national thing. Depression is serious, and we need to fight for the ones contemplating such a sad act. I miss my brother w everything I have and just don't know How to move forward. Prayers out to each of you.

Sandy Ozanich

February 17, 2012

I certainly can understand the terrible grief you must be suffering and the terrible depression your son suffered. My family has also had to deal with a suicide. My brother was 14 yrs old when he hung himself in 1972. The pain lessens, but doesn't completely go away. I am so happy that you are sharing this story with everyone. It will open eyes and perhaps save a life or two. May God's richest blessings be yours,
Sandy Ozanich

Carol

February 17, 2012

My Heart breaks for you. My Twin brother committed suicide. Too many people in such a dark place. It is good that people are at least beginning to talk about suicide instead of pushing it under the carpet because so many look upon it as an easy way out or feel shameful because of the stigma or religious beliefs.I cannot imagine taking your own life as being easy. Depression is like a cancer. If not treated properly or caught in time the end result is still the same. Death. Know that you are not alone and there are many of us (too many) who feel your pain.

Matthew Dunn

February 17, 2012

I am truley sorry

Claudia Vazquez

February 17, 2012

I'm deeply sorry for your loss but want to thank you for sharing this with us. As difficult as this is, it is important for others strugging to know they are not alone and help is available. May our Heavenly Father continue to surround you with His love, peace and comfort. We must keep reaching out to those in need, so true that a smile hides much.

milly sontto

February 17, 2012

Ive battled depression and have tried to take my life luckily its a struggle every day. I feel your pain and am truly sorry blessed be

Annette

February 17, 2012

Today is Feb 17, 2012, and I am here in Omaha, NE reading Brian's Obituary. First, I extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family over the loss of your son. I cannot imagine the pain and grief you are experiencing with Brian's death while still grieving the death of your Soldier 's death too. However, I do know the pain and grief of loosing a husband, sister and a Mother. I too, am a mother of a son who is 18 now. But, I thank God that you are sharing your grief with me and others. Your openess will surely help many others, and maybe save another child. I pray that the comforting arms of our Lord and Savior, that are ever present and wrapped around you infinitely, be a source of strength and give you peace. Thank you for extending your grief to help some one else. Friendship divides our grief and doubles our joy.
Respectfully,
Annette

Debra McGown

February 17, 2012

My heart goes out to your family. I did not know your son, but I share in your grief. GOD will take care of both of your sons now. Hoping Brian is at peace now and forever.

Susan Douthit-Cameron

February 17, 2012

On Nov.2, 1965 my father died by his own hand on his 43rd birthday.
He was a civil service worker, a Baptist preacher and a very depressed man-with the only treatment at the time electric shock "therapy". I am now 57 and had many years to think about that day when I was only 10 years old ... and have come to this conclusion-suicide may be delayed but once they make up their minds -most times it cannot be prevented. We were left no note and will probably never really know in this life why he picked up that 22 rifle... but I will leave you with this one thought -Samson also committed suicide & he is mentioned in the book of Hebrews11:32 in God's Hall of the Faithful. Thank you so much for sharing your story if it saves one person's family this agony -it will be worth it-It took a lot of courage as I well know.to share this painful experience. May God Bless you.

Geraldine Smith

February 17, 2012

God Bless you all and know that we are praying for you all in the time of your loss. I know there are no words to express the loss that you must be experiencing. I just wish to encourgage you that God is a awesome God. I do believe even in this situation that if we call on the name of Jesus , even in the last seconds we are saved. Both your sons were and are solidiers in the army of the Lord. Hold on to each other and God's unchanging hand. He will get you through anything if we trust him at his word. This life is not an easy one. Its the promise on the other side that we must await for, eternal life. With my deepest sympathy.

robin regacho

February 17, 2012

I am so sorry to hear another life has been taken in this way. I did not know your son, however when I was 18 my boyfriend took his own life. He was only 19 years old. It has been 7 years now and the hole is still there. We will never know why and we miss him everyday. One thing that has helped me is knowing that there are other people who have experianced this kind of heart breaking loss too. I started going to a suicide support group shortly after Devin's death. It is located in Daytona Beach Fl and is called the ASSURE group. If you need any further information, or just someone to talk to please feel free to email me at [email protected].

Adela Leal

February 17, 2012

I am very sorry for your lost, my prayers go out to Brian and his family. GOD bless you. Adela (Tx)

My son loss his depression battle on 12-21-11

Carin Trecannelli

February 17, 2012

I am sorry for you pain and GREAT sorrow @ this time. My son also loss his battle with depression. You are in my prays. http://memorialwebsites.legacy.com/codybutz/Homepage.aspx

Melissa

February 17, 2012

I have a 21 year old who is very depressed. He is intelligent, handsome, and kind-hearted. I don't want to lose him. What can I do before it's too late?? I'm sorry about your son. Depression is awful- I have it too>

Judi Walker

February 17, 2012

May you find the peace that your 2 sons are with their heavenly Father
where there is the True Peace that passes all understanding..and He will also mend your broken heart and hold you in His arms during the night hours..Judiann(Colorado)

Lindsay Newman

February 17, 2012

Peace be with you and your family.

Deb

February 17, 2012

Sometimes this world can be a difficult place and some are genuinely too good for it. God bless your son, and you.

Sherry Beck

February 17, 2012

We did not know your family, the story brought tears to our eyes. God bless all of you. RIP young man
The staff of the Quality Inn Fort Jackson

Maddie Peca

February 16, 2012

How very tragic that your life was so difficult that you found it impossible to go on. May you rest in peace and those who knew you and those that did not; you are now united with your brother.

Brenda

February 16, 2012

May God put his healing hands on the hearts of your family to ease some of your grief. My sincerest condolences on the loss of your children.

Liz

February 16, 2012

I'm so sorry for your losses. A mother should never bury there children. As a mother who has lost a son I no the pain you are going thru. May God have mercy on his soul and protect both of your sons. They are both in the arms of our lord. Take care of yourself and no that you are loved. God Bless you and your family.

twyla kendrick

February 16, 2012

I want to say iam so sorry for the deaths of Alex and Brian,i did not know them. but that does not matter it breaks my heart as a human being.God bless and keep you.

Janet Daugherty

February 16, 2012

I'm so very sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine living through this twice. We lost out oldest to suicide June 12, 2008. I have kept his guest book on here as well. The Parents of Suicides group on Yahoo has been very supportive and informative. I keep a picture of my son on my desk and share his story whenever I can. Thank you for sharing your son's story..again, I'm so very sorry for your loss.

Kelly

February 16, 2012

I am very sorry for your loss. It's hard to lose the ones that we love. I know alot about that..

Leatrice Forbes

February 16, 2012

Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of both Alex and Brian. Losing one son is so horrible, I know, as my son Jeremy took his own life on January 13, 2006. He was my only son. I can't imagine losing TWO sons. May God Bless you and keep you safe!!!

Kathy

February 16, 2012

I am so very sorry for your loss. Maybe with enlightenment and exposure, we can find a way to take depression out of the darkness, that this terrible disease produces. I lost my husband, to suicide, after watching him 'fight' with all of his strength and the best that the medical profession could provide. Obviously it was not enough. By your courage you may awaken both our society and the health care industry, that more work needs to be done. May God bless all of you.

Toni

February 16, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss...I too lost my first husband to suicide; it was the 70"s and getting help was difficult. NO ONE wanted to discuss mental illness. I give you credit for sharing your story, I have shared mine for many years in hope of helping someone realize it is OK to talk about!
My deepest condolences..
Toni in New Jersey

brenda stewart

February 16, 2012

To Brian's family I am so sorry to read about you'r lost. But I do want to THANK YOU for sharing your story because I know it can help others. Try to remember all the GOOD times. God Bless

lyn head

February 16, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. My brother killed himself- it was so very hard. My heart goes out to you.

Lori Bradshaw

February 16, 2012

My very sincere condolences to the family; I did not know your son, but the story of battling depression hits home ..... I am also a mother of 3 sons, and in 2001 lost the oldest to a car accident; his youngest brother, 16 at the time, also has a similar battle with depression, substance abuse, trouble with the law & acting out, due to the loss of his big brother. It is only recently, that my youngest, now 27, has a new found zest for life; it was a very long battle ....... I truly admire your courage and conviction in telling your story .... May your beautiful son rest in peace

Gail B

February 16, 2012

I did not know your son but I can relate to the pain that he experienced. I pray that God's grace will be abundant during this sad time for your family. Hold on to the joy and memories of your two sons. May God Bless you this time of sadness.

Joann Koska

February 16, 2012

I do not know your son, but I know the death of a loved one can give you great pain. I am so sorry for your loss. I only hope that by your putting this out for others to read, that it will save someone else from ending their life. My Prayers are with you to help on your healing.

February 16, 2012

My hearfelt condolences for the loss of both Alex and Brian. Our help comes from the Lord our God who loves us with an everlasting LOVE!!! For 18 months I was suicidal, but unwilling to take my own life. My friend Jonathan who was suffering from dementia came back into my life by the Grace of God and saved my life some 15 years ago at age 55. When all hope seems gone, our thoughts turn away from life and we become distant and disconnected and turn away from the help we so desperately need.

May the peace, love and joy of GOD be with Alex and Brian and with you his loving family, eternally.

T B

February 16, 2012

I cannot even begin to imagine your pain and sorrow at this place and time. But I truly admire all you are doing to prevent another suicide and to prevent another family from experiencing the pain.
God Bless you all!!!

Pamela Howard

February 16, 2012

I am so very sorry for the loss of both your boys. I am sorry Brian felt so heart broken and lost. I watch my 22 yr old son suffer everyday from depression/Bipolar. I am doing everything I know to do to keep him alive. I'm not sure if I can anymore. My heart breaks for you and our sons.
God be with you always

Mary Cook

February 16, 2012

I am very sorry for your loss. I too lost a son for the same reason on Jan. 23.

Elaine Eslick

February 16, 2012

Thank you for sharing your story. My prayers are with you and your family. Sharing this is going to help many others.

M E

February 16, 2012

What a sad ending, to a beautiful heart and boy. I wish he could have received help. I have sons close to his age, and they have depression, and do not want help, no matter how hard I try. I hope he is in Heaven and not in any pain and is reunited with his brother.

February 16, 2012

I did not know Brian, my husband commited suicide this past September 2011. He had a heart of gold. I can not tell you how sorry I am that he was in that much pain and now you are all in so much pain. Go to a support group if you can. Know that you have many fond memories of him in your heart. His eyes say that he was a lovely person. Society needs to do more for those with emotional and mental illness. God Bless. Jane Adamczyk McHenry, IL

February 16, 2012

Sorry for your loss such a good looking young man he is in my daily prayers and your family as well.

Janet Poulos
Pasadena, Texas

PENNY WOOD

February 16, 2012

I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of your son/brother. May he rest in peace

caroline basse

February 16, 2012

Even though I do not know Brian. I feel a connection to him. I am so sorry for your loss. Just by looking at his eyes he was a good boy. We had two suicides in our family in the same year, It is hard to understand. I have been there because I also tried to commit suicide. I almost did but they saved me. I can tell you that it is done becuse they want to not feel the pain any longer. They feel there is no way out. When they do try to commit suicide or are successful they have a sense of relief. I hope your family is coping it takes a long time to heal But know that he is in your hearts and I am sure his spirit is with you. Just look at his smile and remember how he glowed. God Bless All of You

Jayne Bordelon

February 16, 2012

First I want to tell you how sorry I am for the loss of Brian and the other losses your family has had to endure. Secondly, I want to thank you for sharing this story. I spend may days working in Southeast Texas on suicide prevention. I cannot imagine the pain your family feels but your story may save another life and I thank you for your bravery.

Myrta Lopez-Flores

February 16, 2012

To Brian's Family:
I can understand your pain I lost my son 3 years ago to suicide. he was 19 years old. my prayers are with you and your family and i hope you can reach other families before they lost their son's or daughters I hope you be able to reach out to those in need.

February 16, 2012

I am truly sorry to hear of the loss of your son/brother. May he rest in peace.

Deb S.

February 16, 2012

My sincere condolences to the family of Brian Luis Arredondo. I had 2 children that attempted suicide and luckily we were able to save them. I never would have thought it could have happened to us but it did. Everyone, all parents, need to be aware of warning signs and being able to act even in the face of denial. I applaud the family for coming forward with their story because this is a grief no one should ever have to experience. My heart goes out to you.

February 16, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss.I too also lost my two children.My daughters didn't die from taking their own lives.I know your your pain just from loosing your 2 sons.I wish I could say in time it will get better.For you it may but for me it hasn't.My prayers are with you.
Donna C (MA)

February 16, 2012

I can very much understand his pain, when my mother died i was depressed for three years and i wanted to died to because it hurt so much and i missed her, still do, I felt alone. My heart goes out to Brian's his family, the brothers are together and at peace. Adrian Virginia Bch

Sandra Schultz

February 16, 2012

To Brian's Family:

Thank you for sharing your story and bringing light to Brian's death. You are not alone. I am of strong belief that you are helping someone out there and helping to remove the stereotype. You are very much in my thoughts and prayers even though I do not personally know you. Again, you are not alone. "out of the darkness" May you find peace with the precious and positive memories of Brian. Sandra Schultz

Rita Wise

February 16, 2012

I also lost my son at age 18 to suicide, my heart aches for you, but know he is in the arms of our Lord and we will all be together again. Somedays are harder than others, but remember the good times, his face and his smile will always be with you. God gives us those precious memories.

Pam Brush

February 16, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. I have also lost a son to suicide and I admire how your are working to help others. I hope you find peace in your hears.

Felix D Arroyo

January 7, 2012

It is very hard for me to imagine your pain, may the Lord be with you, there has to be purpose on this. You are in my heart and thoughts, God bless you all. Felix D Arroyo

January 2, 2012

Carlos and Melida,I have the photo of Brian on my refrigator to remind me his suffering because of war. I will think of him and you every day. My love to you. Walter (Grandpa)

Pat Scanlon

December 31, 2011

Carlos and Melida,
Alex, Brian and both of you are in my thoughts and prayers. I can not fathom the pain of this most recent loss. I hope Brian is at peace.

John O. Niles

December 31, 2011

My deepest condolences to the Arredondo Family and to Victoria,on the loss of your Brian.We,of VFP,stand ready,willing and able to offer you assistance in any way we are able!

Kim Nguyen

December 30, 2011

Deepest sadness, deepest condolances to Victoria, Carlos, Melida, Nathaniel and to all the human family that cares and loves you all! Words cannot convey how much you will be missed, Brian, but now may you rest in peace, finally, in peace. May our love surround your family now...

Erin Heffernan

December 29, 2011

RIP Brian <3 sending all of my love, thoughts and prayers to Carlos, Victoria and Melida at this time. I knew both Alex and Brian when we were very young, living in JP together. We played as children, things were so carefree. Both boys will always hold a special place in my heart along with their family.

Jennifer Foley

December 29, 2011

I love you Brian. I'll look forward to seeing your sweet smile again. RIP

Mary barclay

December 28, 2011

Victoria, I was saddened when I heard of your loss. I dont even have the words to express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you. please keep in touch. [email protected]

Joe Shubert

December 28, 2011

To the family and friends,
I am sorry for the loss of your son Brian. I knew your other son Alex, and it's shame that you lost another. God Bless you!

Rayleen Nunez

December 28, 2011

Dearest Melida and Carlos, My heart fills with sorrow when I think of this beautiful young man with so much promise, no longer being among us. My heart is heavy as I think of you, and his mother, trying to comprehend this loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I do understand many of these emotions, as I am a suicidal depressive, who for mny years could hide my pain behind a smile, so not even my closest friends knew.I am on medication every day and will be for the rest of my life. Whatever Brian's reasons, his pain was too great for him to bear, but no one could see iwhat was coming. So very, very sorry. With love, Rayleen

Melissa Garner Travis

December 28, 2011

Love and deepest condolences to Carlos, Melida and the family. Peace.

Steven Xiarhos

December 28, 2011

The Xiarhos Family of Yarmouth Port offer our deepest sympathy to our fellow Gold Star Family and good friends. we love you all and will always remember Brian and Alex and the true cost of war...and freedom.

Madeline Rivera

December 28, 2011

Being At the wake brought back childhood memories of both Alex and Brian...The One thing that stuck out the most was on South Street playing in the back yard on the tire Swing that their dad made for all of us to play how innocent we were back then and still are now but we have grown and matured along the way...I just wanna say May God Bless your whole Family and may the tears and pain turn into happiness and smiles remembering the good times we had with them when they were here with us...GOD BLESS YOU

VARGAS KIEVER

December 27, 2011

OUR SYMPATHIES AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY. MOTHER OF JENNIFER KIEVER AND LINDSEY VARGAS OF RANDOLPH

Mary Johnston

December 27, 2011

Carlos and Melida: Please know that you are in our thoughts, and we fondly remember your visit to Arlington West several years back. From your VFP friends in Santa Barbara.

Maria DASILVA

December 27, 2011

SORRY FOR YOUR LOST WORDS CAN"T DESCRIBE HOW U FEEL MAY THE LORD GUIDE YOUR FAMILY.

Iliana Fernandez

December 27, 2011

Te tenemos en nuestras oraciones a ti y a Carlos, mi mas sentido pesame en estos momentos tan dificiles, Tu prima.

Christine Damigella

December 27, 2011

Beautiful Brian you were a gift to all the people you have touched in your brief time on this earth,you always had a smile and walked into our hearts with a big hug, you are missed.. My heart aches for this loss to your family and friends to whom you were so loyal. Rest in Peace Brian and peace be with your family.
Always Damigella-Coady Family

K

December 27, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with Brian and Alex's family.

Two brothers, finally reunited, to forever be guardian angels over their loved ones.

Anahi

December 27, 2011

To all of Brian's family, our family sends its deepest condolences - y pésames. We join our prayers to yours.

Leah Bolger

December 27, 2011

My hope is that the love and support of your many friends and family will provide some comfort to you. My thoughts are with you. Leah Bolger

Ann Wright

December 27, 2011

Have courage during these difficult times for the spirits of Brian and Alex. My thoughts are with you.

family campos

December 27, 2011

Hey Tia n Carlos we are so sorry for what has happen you guys are always in our prayers n never forgotten call us if you ever want to talk

Cindy Fetzer

December 27, 2011

Dear Sweet Brian, you have been called home. God has brought you to a better place. You will be missed here so very much by so many people. I pray for those who are hurt so bad by your passing knowing you are at peace will bring them some rest here until you can be together again. I see you and Alex smiling together at peace, lots of laughter as boys being in the back of your dads truck bouncing around. You both were loved so very much. I pray for peace here with us and you both there. Let Love fill you there and us here... this I pray.

My Dear Friends Carlos and Melida, its very hard to say the words that I feel in my heart. I love you both so much. God has a way of doing things. It's very hard to understand. All I can do is pray... All I know is in the end all will be revealed.

Red Sox Game - Brian, Laura & me....

Melida Arredondo

December 27, 2011

Brian - I will always love you and know you always loved me. I will never stop missing you. To Victoria and Nathan, my deepest condolences and wishes for health and peace for you both. To all of the Foley Family, blessings. To Laura, he adored you. Para la famillia de CR, nos veremos pronto para darle un homenaje a nuestro familiar, Brian Arredondo, tan lindo, tan bellow. Descansando con Alex y con el senor. Mel

Jeffrey and Campos Family

December 27, 2011

Brian, you have entered the house of the Lord, sitting with Him at His table, along with your brother to praise and worship God for all eternity in the presence of all the angels and saints. Both of you will always be remembered in thoughts and in prayer.

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