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Bryan Kellison Obituary

Bryan Joseph Kellison (51) passed away peacefully on October 28, 2011 with his loved ones by his side. He fought a long and courageous battle against heart disease for the past twelve years. Bryan was born in Lincoln, Nebraska and at age seven came to Long Beach with his sister, Michaele, sharing the front seat of an MG sports car. Bryan attended Wilson High School and Long Beach College. He worked for the Hertz Corporation, starting at 18 as a garageman, washing cars. He worked his way up, holding a variety of management positions including city manager of LAX and ending his career as the LA Central Pool manager. Bryan was an avid golfer with a standing Sunday tee time, rain or shine, Christmas or Mother's Day. Bryan had a kind and loving soul and a very generous heart who cared deeply for his family. He is survived by his loving wife of 23 years, Tracy; daughter, Alexandra; son, Dylan; mother, Nancy; sister, Michaele; brother, Michael (Miriah) and many other dear family members and friends. Bryan was preceded in death by his father, Larry. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, December 4 at the Long Beach Airport Marriott from 12-3pm. Please sign the guest book for Bryan at
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Published by Press-Telegram from Nov. 30 to Dec. 1, 2011.

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Marty Crosby

December 17, 2021

It was an honor and privilege working with Bryan for many years at Hertz LA. He was a dedicated professional and a gentleman. Sending sincere and heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.

Fareed Halabi

January 25, 2012

May you rest in peace Brian. To his surviving family, the world has lost a good man, one that cannot be replaced. He has always been a mentor, and a friend. I am grateful that my limited time in working with Hertz Car Rental included working with him.

Alexandra Kellison

December 26, 2011

I miss you so much dad. I wish you were here to meet your first grandson and to watch Brian and i get married. I love you.

December 4, 2011

It was good to work with you during my first years at Hertz. Rest in peace.
Will Thompson

December 3, 2011

It was a pleasure doing business with you for over 20 years. All the ups and downs were like the roller coaster at Magic Mt. We will, without a doubt, miss you. God Bless. Daytona Construction, Inc. Tom and Sandy Roe

Wendy Andersen

December 2, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

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