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Brian Sterner Obituary
Ocean City-Brian Daniel Sterner, age 38, of Ocean City, MD, died September 11, 2013. He is survived by his parents, Terry and Jean Marie Sterner of Ocean City; a sister Andrea Elizabeth Sterner (Sailor Holobaugh) of Baltimore; two brothers David Christopher Sterner (Elizabeth) of Baltimore; Christopher Ray Daniel Sterner of Ocean City; a niece Nico Bella Sterner and a nephew Waylon Cyrus Sterner of Baltimore; his dear maternal grandmother Mary Rosso of Bowie, MD; and many aunts, uncles and cousins. His grandparents Rev. C.W. and Elizabeth Sterner and Daniel Anthony Rosso preceded him in death.
He attended Frostburg University and graduated from Salisbury University with a BA in political science and philosophy, he also graduated from Gonzaga University in Spokane, WA with an MA in Philosophy. He attended the University of South Florida in Tampa where he served as a graduate assistant with the philosophy department while working towards a PhD. He was employed as the director of the Florida Spinal Cord Injury Resource Center in Tampa and also worked for Ride-Away vehicles as a sales representative of handicapped accessible vans.
A gathering of friends and family will be held Sunday, September 15 from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Dunes Manor Hotel in Ocean City to celebrate Brian's life. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and the local contact for that organization is NAMI, P.O. Box 2233, Salisbury, MD. 21802, or through the national organization at http://www.nami.org. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.burbagefuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brian Sterner
March 29, 2014
I have recently learned of Brian's passing. While I did not know him well, I knew him at SSU. I talked to him a lot and always enjoyed his presence. Over the years he would come into my thoughts and I wondered how he was.... I kept some contact with him via email in the late 90's and again he would enter my thoughts. My deepest sympathies to his family. I am saddened by his passing,yet encouraged by reading the accomplishments of his life. Hope you are healing I have grieved in learning of his passing. God bless.
October 10, 2013
An apology to Mr. Sterner.... in person next we meet.
Godspeed
Terry & Jean Marie Sterner
October 8, 2013
Many many thanks to everyone who shared their memories of Brian, and your kind thoughts on our behalf. They were much appreciated!
James Hatley
September 25, 2013
I met Brian through the philosophy department at SU. He was an extraordinarily courageous man who was generous in spirit, compassionate in his relations with others and creative in his thoughts and actions. I am thankful to have known him. Please accept my condolences and please know that Brian lives on in the many lives he touched and inspired.
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Diane Reilly
September 24, 2013
May the good Lord bless you in this time of your grief at the loss of your beloved son Brian. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. I know he will be missed so much. Love in Christ , Diane Reilly
Karen Prengaman
September 22, 2013
I am so sorry. You are in my prayers. There is never a good time, but there is always time to remember the good times...and there are so many good times to remember. I am wishing you a lifetime of rememberings.
September 20, 2013
Dear Jean Marie and Terry, Dave and I can't tell you how sorry we are. Are love and prayers are with you and your family. May Brian rest in peace.
Connie & Dave Dalkiewicz
Michael and Kristine Berger
September 19, 2013
Our hearts go out to all of you, Jean Marie and Terry and your beautiful family. There are no words. Brian was a remarkable young man of whom you must be very proud...an example to us all.
Tina Looney
September 18, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. I did not know Brian well. He was such a great friend and comfort to my sister Megan when she was battling her cancer. He was always there for her and my family will be forever grateful to him for that. They had a special bond. From what I can tell from all the stories he made everyone feel special just like my sister did. The two of them are up I Heavan now laughing and having fun look down on us. He will always be in our harts. He is gone but never forgotten.
Jennifer
September 18, 2013
Admired his spirit and sense of humor....when he was running for student council at SDHS, he made posters that read something like, "Vote for Brian and You'll Get a New Car!!" It had a large pic of a red corvette and in really small lettering it said, "(just kidding)." My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
Heather Hartman
September 18, 2013
I knew Brian at SDHS and in the Philosophy Dept at Salisbury Univ.
Brian was a lot of fun, spinning around the halls, not letting anything slow him down. He was an inspiration to a lot of us, even though we may not have realized it at the time. Brian always had a smile on his face, was a great story teller, humorous and a sharp cookie! Deepest sympathy to the Sterner family.
Scott Hayes Sr.
September 18, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember Brian as a freshman when I was a Senior at SDHS. We actually shared a class. He and my sister were classmates and she's very upset at his passing and asked me to pass along her prayers and condolences.
September 18, 2013
We are so sorry for the loss of Brian.
Sincerely, George and Sue Hurley
Scott Heffner
September 17, 2013
Dear Sterner Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. As unique an individual as any I've encountered, Brian's laugh was infectious and his spirit filled whatever space he happened to be in. Brian was a big part of an incredible era for those of us associated with the 52nd Street Exxon in O.C.
I'm thankful to have known Brian and that our paths crossed.
Scott Heffner
timmy bowden
September 17, 2013
sorry for your lose
Susan Yoder
September 17, 2013
The entire Yoder family sends our deepest sympathies. Brian now knows all the "answers" that we struggle with here on earth. We pray for some peace which comes along with keeping Brian alive in our memories. God bless!
Linda Oliver
September 16, 2013
Danny and I send our deepest sympathy to your family.
Dave Gutoskey
September 16, 2013
Sterner family,
My deepet sympathy to your family. I have been blessed to work with thousands of incredible students in my 27 year residence life career and Brian left a special mark on my heart I cherish. I often tell stories to new staff about the Brian, Tim, B. Ross, Diane, Kassey and Jen Casey years. They end with a good laugh and a simple message to live your life in the moment by enjoying those God places in your life. Brian always did.
Dave Gutoskey
Salisbury University. Residence Life
Dave Gutoskey
September 16, 2013
Dear Sterner family,
I am so sorry to learn of Brian's death. He touched so many lives and I am honored to say one of them happened to be mine.
Thomas F Reed
September 16, 2013
Jean Marie and Family. Our thoughts and prays are with you. We were so sorry to hear of your loss. May God be looking down and helping you in this time and always
Kellan Duffy
September 15, 2013
Mr. Sterner,
My heart goes out to you and your family. I cannot comprehend the enormity of your loss. Please know that all of you are in the thoughts and prayers of many.
Laura Keller
September 15, 2013
I was very sad to hear of Brian's passing. I knew him at SSU and remember his sense of humor, bright mind and positive outlook on life. I have fond memories of Brian and Tim frequently making everyone laugh on the RA staff with their great storytelling abilities. My thoughts and prayers are with Brian's family and friends.
Christine Parks
September 15, 2013
Peace to you and to your family. May God's love and the love of your family and friends fill the void of Brian's passing.
September 15, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. Always prayers.
Frank and Ronnie Gatley
Ray Jarvis
September 15, 2013
Terry and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Sandi Bryant
September 14, 2013
I think of you and your family often, and especially at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Barb Gass
September 14, 2013
My sincerest condolences.While never understanding, I hope you can find some peace knowing he is free from his long enduring suffering.
Praying for your whole family,
Katie Kirby
September 14, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you....Please know that Brian is loved by many, many people. We grieve with you, and we will not forget him.
Tim Reed
September 14, 2013
My deepest Sympathy to your entire family in the loss of Brian...may he rest in peace...and may the Lord's strength help you in this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Michelle Munk
September 14, 2013
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. May God bless you and bring you comfort during this time of grief.
John Warren
September 14, 2013
Our most sincere condolences from the class of '68. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
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