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Brian Richard Berryessa

Resident of San Jose

12-15-79 to 2-14-07

Our Bud, Brian, went to heaven just over 3½years ago. Brian, we love you and miss you. We know you are peaceful and well. Later, Mom (Mud), Dad and family xoxo. For Brian's virtual memorial website, go to http:// brian-richard-berryessa .virtual-memorials.com

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Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Sep. 15, 2010.

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Cousin Karen

February 13, 2023

Just watched a YouTube video of you Brian with friends So much laughter just jamming with your friends! Thank you for bringing happiness to our lives. Here is the video from Mike Cabebe https://youtu.be/aiLfB5tXGeE

Valentine Miozza

June 23, 2017

I used to be Brian pen friend from Italy long time ago, we were best friends and exchanged so many mail. He was so special! I was looking for him through the internet because I had lost his contact and I found out this. My heart is so broken! My condolences to his family.

Richard Berryessa

December 15, 2015

Dear Brian
35. Years ago you were born at San Jose Kaiser. What an exciting time for Mom and me.started the day saying Hi to you then off to communion service remembering you in my prayers. Visit your grave sight at Santa Clara Cemetary. You brought a lot of happiness and joy to our family from the time you were born12-15-1998. Santa Cruz Seabright Beach for summer vacations and the Sierrsa Bridgeport for camping and you picking up fishing and tying dry flys for fishing.Miss the times together when we went freeze by disc off 101,wall climbing,WWW wrestling,rock concert. I listened to CD music that brings back memories of your journey with your illness.
I have shared somethings about your journey and my time after you died at Out of the Wilderness a support group with others .i try to provide support and hope for those that are just starting on their grief journey.
Love you Brian and miss your hugs and rubbing your short hair cut.
Love Dad XXXOOOOooooo

February 14, 2015

Dear Brian
Miss you as always. It has been 8 years since you have been gone and I will never forget that evening on11th st and your group home.ST Church had World Wide Healing. Later went to Lake Almaden to post a small pic of you on your bench. Young couple enjoying a picnic near and on your bench. Told them have Happy Valentine. Later Mom and I went to the cemetery to visit and say some prayers for the other family there...Nick, Bumma,Joba,my Mom and Dad and You. Had your favorite pie tonight...chocolate satin. Love you..in my prayers and heart. Dad

Amy Robe

December 16, 2014

Happy Birthday Brian! We love you & miss you. Sometimes your nephews, Conor & Dylan, remind me of you especially when you were a cute, chubby, active boy.

Richard Berryessa

December 15, 2014

Brian. Happy 34th Birthday. Been7 years. Today I went to St Christopher Church for mass it is whereFr Chris is now.He is the priest that handle your memorial services. Raining hard today so tomorrow Mom and I are going to the Cemetery. Had a nice cream cake one of your favorites. Had a mass Sunday said for you and Danny.Like you died to young 28 in an auto accident .His Mom Susan and Bobby will have a difficult journey.
Aloha Dadxoxoxcvv

Brian

Richard Berryessa

December 15, 2014

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Play House of Berryessa Kids

Rich Berryessa

October 1, 2014

Aloha Brian. You are I our hearts and mind everyday. Been down to your bench at Lake Almaden.Need to contact the Ranger there about putting a stain on the wood. This morning Matt will be tearing down the playhouse that Kathleen,Amy and you had so much fun in. The current occupations have caused it damage....termites ++++. Mom and I tookictures of it yesterday ...outside and in. Got pictures of the # you wrote in it 549, What was that about.
Did the walk on suicide prevention a couple of weeks ago in Monterey..COASTAL TRAIL WALK. Won't be around for the Out of The Darkness Walk at DeAnza College ...Karen and David will be doing it in memory of you.
Aloha,Love,Miss You Dad XXXOOO

Karen D'Amico

September 24, 2014

David and I continue the community walks for NAMI and AFSP in your honor and others who need assistance. We love you cousin - Team Teeah Rocks On!

3. Berry's Amy,Brian,&Kathleen with Billie Berryessa

May 22, 2014

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BRIAN AT SANTA CRUZ BEACH

June 16, 2013

Dear Brian. Today is Fathers Day and at mass I was thinking about you and missing you. Father Chris had a slide show on Father Day with dads and sons and daughters. I remember you when you were small and all the fun trips in the summer Disney Land Bridgeport camping,Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk.Seabright Beach boogie Boarding....Then later and being with you on your journey. LOVE YOU BRIAN AND MISS YOU..........LOVE Wish I could have done more..DadOOOXXX

Jennifer Virdier

April 20, 2012

I love you Brian, I remember thinking you were the coolest cousin ever and couldn't wait to hang out with you ....Hope you and Bumma are keeping eachother company- we'll see you again-

Cousin Lara Mikkelsen

March 15, 2012

You've been on my mind. You always will be. I know you know that. I love you.

Kalena

November 9, 2011

Love you baby brother. ?

Cousin Lara Mikkelsen

November 3, 2011

Brian... Be there for her when she comes. I love you. I know you'll walk her through.

Mom

October 28, 2011

Dear Brian,
I love you so much and I miss you EVERY DAY! You are my Bud and I am your Mud.
Always and ever,
Mom

Dad Berryessa

February 15, 2011

Brian





http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aiLfB5tXGeE
Brian.................Forever Reembered You Tube by Mike Cabebe

Seth(Jake) Martinez

February 14, 2011

You are still missed friend. From Capitola to Bridgeport, you made my life better.

Richard Berryessa

February 14, 2011

Brian
Miss you.You are on my mind and in my heart and soul....see you later B.B. ..........been 4 years 2-14-11
XXXXXOOODad

December 22, 2010

Brian,
You are a very special part of my life and I remember when you were with usw. You are my beautiful boy. I cherish the thoughts of of your like with us. We miss you with all our hearts,
Love,
Mom xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

Richard Berryessa

December 15, 2010

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRIAN

YOU WERE GOD'S PRESENT TO ALL OF US EVEN THOUGH IT WAS A SHORT TIME 27+ YEARS. I'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE THINGS WE DID WHILE YOU WERE STRUGGLING WITH YOUR ILLNESS. FROM WALKS AT LAKE ALMADEN ,GOLF AND FRESBE GOLF........AND TRIPS TO BRIDGEPORT.
LOVE DAD OOOOOOOOXXX

Dad

October 11, 2010

Brian
Miss you Brian. Sometimes while on the computer in the living room I think about you coming in the house in the hall way as I pause and say Hi..............

Barbara Longinotti

September 22, 2010

God bless you, Brian. I miss going to Busters with you for coffee. You're in my prayers every night. Love, Auntie "Bubbles" Barbara

September 17, 2010

My heart aches everyday that you are not here. I know you are in heaven, happy and peaceful, but there is a hole in our time here on Earth. Love always and ever, Mud (Mom)

Camilla Rose

September 16, 2010

My Dearest Brian,
Forever you are in my daily prayers.
Thank you for sharing all the joys and laughter.
With all my love,
Camilla Rose

Dan Kern

September 16, 2010

May God continue to bless you and all of the family and friends that knew and loved you.
Uncle Dan

September 16, 2010

Our sweet memories will be in our hearts forever! God bless. - D'Amico Family

September 16, 2010

Love you Brother:)

Peace & Love,
Kathleen

Max Martinez

September 15, 2010

Brian, rest easy and come to us from time to time in our dreams. You will never be forgotten.

richard berryessa

March 19, 2010

Aloha Brian
Yesterday was at your bench at Almaden Lake........we had a few nice walks around the lake and to Baja Fresh for your special of salsa and chips. Later.........Dad

Jenny Kern

February 17, 2010

Hey Brian. you are the sweetest and most loving cousin. On Sunday morning all I could do was cry. All I could think about is all of those times at Papa Nicks and Bumma's house. You always made me and my brother Chris laugh. You always used to jump into papa nicks chair, with his 49er's blanket.Chris and I would crack up! Brian, the memory of you made me cry because all you ever did was make everyone around you laugh and smile. I love you so much and I know that you are missed and loved so very much by everyone...

Richard Berryessa

February 15, 2010

Brian----- Mom and I miss you very much along with Kathleen and Amy......your love,smile and hugs. We thank God for our present of you even though it was short and thank Him for all the support and love for you and us from family and friends. Later Brian.
Aloha Mom and DadXXXXXXXOOOOOOO

Gerry Larvey

February 14, 2010

Peggy and I join you in mourning your son Brian. On this difficult anniversary, I know you will focus on the gift of having a beloved child in your life, even briefly. Our hearts are with you.

Pamela Shuler

June 2, 2008

I still think about you every day~ your picture is in my car and I am always coming across trinkets of our past.
Miss you.

Richard Berryessa

February 13, 2008

IT HAS BEEN A YEAR SINCE YOU DIED BRIAN . IT IS HARD TO EXPRESS IN WORDS WHAT THIS LAST YEAR HAS BEEN LIKE FOR MOM,KATHLEEN,AMY AND ME. I THINK ABOUT YOU EVERY DAY BRIAN AND MISS YOU VERY MUCH. WHY DID YOU HAVE TO LEAVE US SO SOON. I WEAR YOUR BASEBALL CAP AND YOUR BLACK JACKET. AT TIMES THE "GRIEF WAVES" .SOME TSUNAMIS AND SOME SMALLER ONES COME.THESE PASS FEW EVENINGS IN BED I HAVE BEEN RE-READING THE SYMPATHY CARDS THAT CAME LAST YEAR. MOM AND I WANT TO THANK ALL THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS THAT HAVE REACHED OUT TO SUPPORT US DURING THIS TIME.DEAR BRIAN WE MISS YOU VERY MUCH.WE THANK GOD FOR YOU A PRESENT IN OUR LIFE THAT LEFT US TO SOON. PEOPLE LIKE YOU THAT STRUGGLE WITH A MENTAL ILLNESS ARE VERY FRAGILE.
YOUR DAD IS YOUR SHEPHERD WHO TRIED TO LED YOU BESIDES STILL WATERS.
ALOHA------LATER----XXXXXXXXOOOOOO

DAD

Sally Mickel

December 27, 2007

Your family has touched our lives and our hearts in many ways. Your incredible courage and faith continue to inspire us.

Rachel Mowbray

December 12, 2007

Brian had an amazing spirit and he will live forever in the memory of those who loved him.

Linda (Stephens) Leciejewski

November 19, 2007

Berryessa Family,
may your family remember all the great times of Brian and replay those memories for years to come. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Sarah Shipp

November 16, 2007

May your family and friends always be filled with fond memories and the laughter they had with you.

Alisa Anderson

November 6, 2007

We had so really fun times hanging out after school. We also had fun hanging out in the theater. I miss Brian and I know he is in a peaceful place.

Daniel Anderson

November 6, 2007

I just got back from Hawaii on Saturday and could not help but recall how the Berryessa's loved traveling to Hawaii together. My thoughts are with Brian and his family at all times. God is love and is looking after your family. Much love, Dan

Robert Rossel

November 3, 2007

To Amy and Mr. and Mrs. Berryessa:

Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Brian, I know him a bit through my contacts with Amy and very much enjoyed meeting you on the the Kara walk.

Many Blesings,

Brian, Sheira, and Madeline Nowack

November 3, 2007

To the Berryessa Family,

Our love, thoughts, and prayers are always with you.

Jackie Fleishon

November 2, 2007

Brian and I always had the Pearl Jam connection. He was quiet, but very kind. I hope he's enjoying the music.

Jenny Kern

October 29, 2007

Brian was always so sweet and kind. I had not seen him in quite a few years and regret not spending more time with hime. If anyone's smile could light up a room, it was Brians.

Exploring and hanging out

Kristi (Mom) Berryessa

October 25, 2007

wendy aftowicz

July 18, 2007

Brian had an amazing spirit and the world is not the same without his huge smile and sense of humor. he was a good friend and i miss him very much. i think about him often and it is comforting to know he is at peace and will struggle no more. You are remembered Brian.

Naomi Imai

June 2, 2007

In my memories, Brian is still a little boy who is 6 years old wearing very cute pajama. I also remember his pretty cheeks with sweets. I believe he was so happy as a son of Rich & Kristi, as a brother of Kathleen & Amy. With eternal LOVE...Naomi

Steve & Amy Robe

May 30, 2007

Brian looks down on us every day. He actually sends us songs to remind me that he's still here. We will truly miss him.

Shannon

March 17, 2007

To The Berryessa Family,
Brian was so special. I will miss him so much. I pray for all of you I know this is an extremely difficult time for everyone who loved Brian. I hope the good memories of Brian help heal your hearts. I believe he is somewhere in a peaceful place looking over all of you. Shannon

Karen and John Portlock

March 14, 2007

Kristi, Rich, Kathleen and Amy,
our thoughts and prayers are with you .Our love for our Nephew will always be in our hearts. Peace be with you.

Lara Mikkelsen

March 13, 2007

Brian and I were born only days apart and he's always been a part of my fondest memories of family. I am greatful that he is no longer hurting and know we shall be reunited one day.

I pray for peace for my Aunt Kristi, Uncle Rich, and cousins Kathleen and Amy. I love you all. Brian's life will go on in all the memories he's given others.

Peace be with you.

Karen D'Amico

March 9, 2007

I will always have our Bridgeport memories. From my first trip with the Berryessas when Brian was just a baby & I was changing his diapers -- to our trip last summer when Brian & David were playing the harmonica. Also, Vince has the precious memory of showing Brain some guitar licks – they both share that passion for music. God bless.

KELLY BERRY

March 8, 2007

TO THE BERRYESSA FAMILY, I am so sorry to hear about Brian. I have known Brian since George Miner Elementry school (infact, he taught me the moon walk) but, unfortunatly I did not keep in contact. I am sorry for your loss he will always be remembered.
SINCERELY AN OLD FRIEND,
Kelly

Ellie & Dick Robe

March 8, 2007

To the Berryessa Family,

Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of Brian. We have fond memories of Brian as our courtly, cheerful chauffeur at Amy&Steve's Stanford campus wedding as he drove us from our car to the ceremony site.

With our love & affection,
Ellie & Dick Robe

Ed & Kerri Robe

March 8, 2007

Rich, Kristi, Kathleen, Amy & Steve,
We are so sorry for your unexpected loss of Brian. May you take comfort in many fond memories to bring you through this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Ed & Kerri Robe

Mike Cabebe

March 7, 2007

Dear Brian, We've known each other since the 1st/2nd grade. Many great school times for the next 6 years. In school, 2 years without you. Our friendship was greater than we knew. Next was Oak Grove HS. Thousands of fun times, funny names, and NO fights. You were,,,, no? are my best friend. Life comes to an end. Loving memories last forever. To my friend, with love and memories. You say "ok, later", I say, "yes, I will see you again". My love and prayers, your best bud, Mike Cabebe

Kimberly Delgros

March 7, 2007

Kristi, Rich, Kathleen and Amy

Brian was my nephew and I loved him very much. My son Zachary also got to know Brian pretty good over the last few years. Zachary only saw Brian's gentle and caring side. They played many video games together. Zachary misses Brian, as we all do. I am blessed to have had Brian in my life. Kristi & Rich you are wonderful parents and you did an outstanding job raising Brian and being there for him no matter what. Kathleen and Amy were wonderful loving sisters to Brian. Brian will continue his journey as he lives in our hearts and memories.
Love,
Kim Delgros and Zachary Delgros

Jim Healey

March 7, 2007

Rich, Kristie and girls, Magicians hold a "broken wand" ceremony when a brother passes on. The reason they say is that in heaven you dont need a wand to make magic happen. As an angel, you get to do real magic like we all wish we could do on earth. On one magicians head stone in Colon , Mich. where Blackstone lived and is buried, it says: "Now all I have to do is fool St. Peter." My best memory of rian was up in Bridgeport when he'd run as fast as he could and then slide through a giant mud puddle. He'd get up with the biggest smile I ever saw then do it again. Jim Healey

Kathlea Espiritu

March 4, 2007

Dear Rich And Kristi,

I would like to express both from myself and my husband our utmost heartfelt sympathy and condolence with the passing of your son. I myself can only say that I had a short acquaintance with your son, but in that short time Brian taught me some very important lessons in life of which I will take with me through my own life experiences.

I know that he was taken suddenly and I pray that God grant you the strength and courage to continue on knowing that Brian is now at peace and is looking down on you from Heaven. Also look on to that one day when it comes when you both will be able to join him and become a happy family once more. Finally always know that both my husband and I will continue to pray for the both of you and your family.

With Deepest Sympathy,
Kathlea & Bryan Espiritu

Jenna DeRenzy

February 28, 2007

Dear Mr. and Mrs. Berryessa,

I knew Brian from J.O.Y. I'm pretty sure Mike Cabebe has shown you video coverage of himself and Brian tying two girls to a pole at a J.O.Y. retreat( If not no biggie), but one of those girls was me. I know he was funny and energetic then, and I'm sure he's bringing the same energy and laughter to God and whom ever else is with him in Heaven. My friend will always be in my prayers as will his family.

Noelle Goldstein

February 27, 2007

Hello, I didnt know Brian very well but he was a good friend to my friend Mike Cabebe. I send out prayers for him daily and I hope your family is finding peace. I watched the video Mike made the other day and Brian seemed to be such an energetic and fun person. Such a wonderful smile as well. God Bless

Fred & Teresa Cabebe

February 27, 2007

Dear Kristi & Rich,
Our prayers continue to be with you in your grief. We are deeply saddened by Brian's passing; knowing him made a difference in our lives. We thank God that Brian and Michael were close friends; we enjoyed the times we spent with him. We know God will continue to bless you and keep you strong in His love.

In Christ,
Fred & Teresa

Lorna Berryessa

February 25, 2007

Uncle Rich, Aunt Kristi, Amy and Kathleen,

It has been many years since we have been in contact, but I wanted you to know my thoughts are with you during this difficult time. I will always have the memories of when I was a young child playing with Brian. I was just a few months younger than Brian and although we didn't get to spend too much time together, the times we did are precious memories.

Tom Longinotti

February 25, 2007

Dear Rich,Kristi,Kathleen,Amy and Steve -

What I remember about Brian is the music chats that we would have.We both loved Pearl Jam alot and he made me a copy of the KOME broadcast of a live concert that was at Spartan stadium in San Jose.

Love and peace,

Tom aka Uncle Tom

Julie Robe Yokum

February 25, 2007

Dearest God's Priceless Family,
May your heart find lasting peace among the memories you cherish and hope within the promise of tomorrow. We wept with you over the loss of Brian but rejoice that Brian is walking with Jesus in total PEACE.

Much love and prayer,
Julie, Ty, Zach, Nick and Gwynnie

Rob & Laura Ables

February 23, 2007

Dear Richard & Kristy,
Rob & I are so sorry for your loss. We truly can not understand fully what you are going through, but we are praying for you & your whole family and regret not being there for you all.
God Bless,
Pastor Rob & Laura Ables

Christine Benjamin

February 22, 2007

Dear Uncle Rich and Aunt Kristi,
We are super sad for the loss of Brian.
And he will be greatly missed.
We love you all so very much and
our prayers and hearts are with you.
Love, Chris, Frank and Jackson

Pamela Shuler

February 22, 2007

Amy and Kathleen,
I’m so sorry you lost Brian.
My mom lost her sister years ago, who sadly faced a lot of the same struggles Brian had been in the recent years. Although my mom still grieves for her sister deeply, we know she is finally in a peaceful better place.
I wish for you all that time and the love of all of your friends and family will help to heal your pain someday.
Rich, Kristi, Kathleen and Amy, I know how much Brian loved you all. Just remember, one day, you will have the chance to be together again, as a family, the way you once were.
My thoughts are with you all, each day.
Love, Pamela Shuler

jim garrissere

February 21, 2007

Rich and Kristi:
We are sorry for your loss. Brian was a fine young man. His memory will live on in all the lives he touched. Jim, Susan, Dylan and Jacob

Kate Easton

February 21, 2007

Kristi & Rich: My deepest sympathy at the passing of your son. Endings are beginnings and beginnngs are endings. May all your beginnings and endings be peace. Namaste.

Ruth (Schwartz) Pedro

February 21, 2007

Rich, Kristi & family

So very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ruth & Michael

Sue (Brown) Bruening

February 20, 2007

Mr. Berryessa, You were always such a kind, positive, warm and generous person as my high school teacher in 1973. It saddens me to imagine you feeling the deep pain which you and your family must be experiencing at this time in your lives. From reading entries in Brian's Guest Book, it sounds like he brought much joy and love to you. Please accept my thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

Kevin Stern

February 20, 2007

Rich and Kristie,
So sorry to hear about your loss.
My prayers are with you and your family.
All the best.
Kevin Stern

Michelle Berryessa

February 20, 2007

Dear Uncle Rich and Aunt Kristi,
My heart is aching for you all. No parent should have to go through this kind of loss. I will remember Brian's smile and all the fun times us cousins had on the beach in Santa Cruz- digging holes,splashing in the waves, building castles in the sand, rides at the Boardwalk and sleep overs at your house by the beach in the summer. My thoughts and prayers are with you and my cousins. I love you all so much!

Nancy & Pete Asche

February 20, 2007

Richard, Kristi & family:
Both Pete and I send our prayers for you, for your family and for Brian. May God's love give you strength and may your deep love for Brian give you the memories to cherish that keeps him in your hearts.
Be assured that God holds him tightly in his arms and treasures him deeply.

Laurie Scheck

February 20, 2007

Dear Kristi & Rich,

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I know that Brian is with the good Lord. May you find peace and comfort that he is with our Lord Jesus Christ.

Sincerely,

Laurie Scheck

Bradley DeForest

February 20, 2007

No words at all can bring you comfort at this time. Just the Lord can bring you peace and know that Brian is at peace now. My heart and Prayers are with you.

Raymond Berryessa

February 20, 2007

Rich and Kristi our hearts are sadden with the lost of your beautiful son Brian. We have so many fond memories of Brian. We'll miss his huggs & loves. Our prays go to your family.
Ray, Jean and Family

Brian Berryessa, At Christmas 2006, enjoying his new hat.

February 19, 2007

John Aldrian

February 19, 2007

Dear Rich & Kristi,
May the Lord comfort you and your family at this most difficult part of your life journey. Brian was blessed to have parents who loved him and cared about him so much. Thank you for sharing your beloved son and his personal story with us Companeros and Companeras. May God grant him everlasting peace and you His comfort. I shall be with you in spirit tomorrow. With heartfelt sympathy,

Meg Smoller-Fisch

February 19, 2007

Dear Rich and Kristi,
Mr. Berryessa, you were such a tremendous influence in my life at high school. I just got the news about your beloved son Brian and my heart goes out to you, Kristi and your family. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tony & Zeza Salcido

February 19, 2007

Dear Rich and Kristi,
After crossing paths on our journeys to Villa Maria del Mar, we again meet you at this moment of sorrow. As Companions, we share in your pain with a spiritual brotherly embrace and a promise to always remember Brian and your whole family in our daily prayers and our Masses. As parents, we are deeply touched by everything that occurs on the journeys of our dear friends' sons and daughters.

Tony and Zeza Salcido and family

Thomas Whaling

February 18, 2007

The death of any of our children brings both sadness and joy.
They should not pass away before we do; but they are in paradise and awaiting our entrance to heaven.
For years NAMI is an organization my wife and I have been mentored by. So your pain is very much understood by ourselves. Our prayers for your son and yourselves are more to the point because God has allowed some of us to suffer in tandem.
Requiescant in Pace.
Tom Whaling. West Coast Companeros, Inc.

Bob and Ann Kramer

February 18, 2007

Dear Rich and Kristi, we were most saddened to hear of the death of your son. We know he had a very difficult journey which you shared with him. We pray that he has finally found peace. We cannot really imagine the loss you are feeling, but will keep you in our prayers that you too will find peace in the not too distant future. With our deepest sympathy, Bob and Ann Kramer

Donna & William O'Connell

February 18, 2007

We are so sorry, Kristi & Rich, at Brian's death. We have been praying for him and for you, and we will be with you Tuesday evening.

Dave & Mary Ann Van Etten

February 18, 2007

Brian is blessed with such a loving and supportive family. A thought from Joel Jordan seems appropriate: Peace, like birth, doesn't just happen. People in love make it...Shalom! Aloha!

Paula Quenneville

February 18, 2007

I am sorry to hear about your loss. It is never easy when a child goes before the parent. It somehow is not the right order. He's at peace and with God.

Ginger (Ruybalid) Buss

February 18, 2007

Rich and Kristi, I am so sorry that Brian has taken his journey home.Let all of your wonderful memories of Brian keep you moving forward until the day you are together again. A parent should never have to bury their child. The hole that is left in your lives will never be filled but as time passes your good memories of Brian will slowly make that hole smaller. My heart breaks for all of you for I know only too well the pain that you are all going thru. I pray that people help you to keep Brian's memory alive.

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