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BILLY BROWN Obituary

Billy Gentry Brown 1980 ~ 2009 Billy Gentry Brown's suffering ended November 7th, 2009. She was born April 2, 1980 in Price, Utah to Billy and Tammy Olson Gentry. She was far too unique for any words, any contrivance of man to express. And yet...Awards, scholarships, GPA's, recitals, concerts all mattered less to her than the most blessed people whom she held dear. And dearest among them were her husband and her "beautiful angels," Corinne and Caecelia. Well she knew that they were her greatest treasure, her source of joy and her crowning glories. She added beauty to the world by her smile, her laugh, her friendship, her music, her daughters, her life. She is survived by her husband, Paul; daughters, Corinne and Caecelia; mother, Tammy (Dave) Hoffman; sisters, Kim (Kirk) Heaton and Tina (Mike) Moore. He would declare and could himself believe That the birds there in all the garden round From having heard the daylong voice of Eve Had added to their own an oversound, Her tone of meaning but without the words. Admittedly an eloquence so soft Could only have had an influence on birds When call or laughter carried it aloft. Be that as may be, she was in their song. Moreover her voice upon their voices crossed Had now persisted in the woods so long That probably it never would be lost. Never again would birds' song be the same. And to do that to birds was why she came. A funeral mass will be celebrated Thursday at 1:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Madeleine, 331 East South Temple. A vigil service will be held Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at Neil O'Donnell and Sons Mortuary, 372 East 100 South, where friends may call from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Committal, Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 4th Avenue and T Street. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to National Alliance on Mental Illness, Utah Chapter, 450 South 900 East, Salt Lake City, Utah 84102. In paradisum deducant te Angeli: in tuo adventu suscipiant te Martyres, et perducant te in civitatem sanctam Jerusalem.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Nov. 10, 2009.

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Mark & Diane Basom

November 30, 2009

Paul,
I was saddened to hear of Billy's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Bill Capps

November 29, 2009

Paul, and your sweet girls:

It hasn't been long since your family became a part of my life. My affection for you all has deepened over the years, from my first meeting with Billy in Aspen and then our subsequent friendship. Our summer visits, stopovers on the way to Lakewood, long visits with you in Price and SLC, seem an ether now, but were so real and precious to me. From our long religious and political wranglings to a day-in day-out kind of familial connection. Joy, fun, laughter, the excitement of every day around you guys. The frisson of life wherever you were.
These I will miss... and the broken heart of the world when someone like Billy is lost seems never to mend. My home is open to you, and I hope to visit with you soon, Paul.

Bill Capps

Brian Peterson

November 27, 2009

Paul,
I just heard of Billy's passing. I am so sorry for your loss. I so much enjoyed playing with you and Billy in all those CEU concerts! I had to pull out my CD of "Strings Attached" and listen again to that great concert! I am convinced that we will once again have the chance to play music together at some future time. The obituary was beautiful, as was Billy.
May you be comforted at this difficult time - our family's thoughts and prayers are with you.
Brian and Barbara Peterson and family (South Jordan, UT)

Pat Kennedy

November 18, 2009

Bob, Liz and Family
So sorry for your loss. She sounds like she was a beautiful ;person....Patti & Leo (Tampa, Fla)

Debbie Zupon

November 16, 2009

Dear Tammy and family, I was saddened to hear the news about sweet Billy, your baby girl. I didn't know her personally but she sounds like a beautiful, talented, and endearing young woman. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this trying time. Those wonderful "Billy" memories will keep all of you going. May God be with you, always. Your "Helper" friend, Debbie Zupon

Chantel McIntyre

November 16, 2009

Paul
I am sorry for your loss. Billy will be missed by everyone who knew her, but our hearts are also lighter just from knowing her and your family.

Billy
I will miss you, and your beautiful smile, and happy disposition!! You truly were a light in my life.

I love and miss you all
-Chantel Jackson McIntyre

Pete Yakovich

November 15, 2009

Mr. Brown,

Our hearts and thoughts are with you in your time of grief. You gave all of us a precious gift, the gift of music. We knew your wife and family were always most important to you.
I will always remember the gift of music which your wife and family shared with our class. A gift which for all of us will continue in our hearts.

Craig & Belinda Hays

November 14, 2009

Dear Tammy and family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, I hope knowing the Lord has Billy in his arms, gives you some comfort. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Ben Martinez

November 14, 2009

Paul, Girls, and family,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Billy was a shining star and a wonderful inspiration. Our deepest condolences at this time for you and yours. She will remain forever in our hearts.
Sincerly,
Ben & Kim Martinez and Family

November 13, 2009

Dear Paul,
I was so sad to read about Billy passing away. We wonder why someone so young and beautiful had to be taken. Some day we will understand.
You have a very special place in my heart. May you be blessed with peace and comfort.
Fondly, Colleen Neeley, Price, Utah

November 13, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your wife. I want you to know that my prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time. I to have had a spouse die. Keep yourself busy and let me know if I can help with anything. Kristine Davis (Hunter Jr. High)

Amber (Whiting) Atkinson

November 12, 2009

Billy was one of the most elegant and endearing women I've ever known. She could make a violin sing and then turn with a sparkle in her eye and zing you with such love and good humor that you couldn't help but laugh at yourself and whatever sticky situation you'd gotten yourself in. And she was a brave friend, standing beside me when no one else could or would. She was an angel already in this life...and I believe that she will continue to be a blessing to all those who have known her. All my love to you, Paul and family. You're in my prayers.

Wendy Lamb

November 12, 2009

Dear Tammy & Family,

We are so deeply saddened to hear of Billy's passing. Darrell, Jeremy, Alex and I have such sweet memories of her. She was such a cute little girl trying to keep up with our boys! She did a good job of it! We love you and know you'll find peace in the fun memories of such a darling girl. You and your family are in our prayers.
Love, Wendy & Darrell Lamb

Jennifer Leseberg

November 12, 2009

Dear Tammy, Tina, Kim and Brown Family,

Our thoughts are with you in this time of sadness.
May you find comfort in the enduring beauty of God's world, and in the warmth of happy memories. With the passing of time, may the spirit of acceptance and inner peace enfold you.

Jennifer, Andrew & Audrey

Julie Whear-Spindler

November 12, 2009

Tammy, Tina, Kimmy & Family--
I am so sorry about your loss. It has been years, but I think of all of you so often...all those fun times at swim meets, and at your house playing...and playing with Billy's long beautiful hair!! I am so sorry about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this very difficult time. I love you all!! Love- Julie Whear-Spindler

November 12, 2009

Dear Paul and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss and suffering you and your girls are enduring. Please know that you, your girls and your beautiful wife are in our prayers. God Bless.
The Pfeil Family
Luke, Charlotte, Travis, & Rowan

CLEO S.BELL

November 11, 2009

Tammy & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your families in your time of grief. May your memories bring your families comfort.
Carl & Cleo Bell
Craig,Colorado

Sue Toensing

November 11, 2009

Tammy, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter, Billy. It has been years but I remember her as being so special and loving. You and your family are in my prayers. Sue Alderson Toensing

November 11, 2009

Tammy Tina and Kim,
Our thoughts love and prayers will always be with you. Love your cousins

Tom, Toma, Shay, and Jesica Lewis

November 11, 2009

Tammy, Tina, Kim and Family,
Our deepest sympathy is with you and your family. Words can not express the loss and pain that you are feeling. We just want to say from the bottom of our hearts that we are truly sorry for you loss. Your family is in our prayers and may god bless you all during this time. Carmen, Lydia and Frank Jr Guzman

Cole Fassler

November 11, 2009

Corinne, i am so sorry for your loss if you ever need anything just ask. I know your mom was a sweet loving person. She loved you no matter what I could never see my mom dying at such a young age. You are a brave girl.

Jennifer

November 11, 2009

To the family of Billy Gentry Brown:

You don't know me and I don't know you. I am a teacher and volunteer for the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). I noticed you mentioned NAMI at the end of Billy's obituary.
I was saddened to read of this beautiful & talented woman's passing. If you would ever like to talk to someone at NAMI, please call (or you may contact me through this e-mail).
God Bless.

Calvin Hofer

November 11, 2009

Paul and girls,

Words cannot express what I am feeling for your loss. I cherish the time we had together when you two lived in Colorado. Billy had that rare gift to light up a room when she walked in.
I am deeply saddened and can only imagine what your are going through. It is obvious the love that Billy shared during her short life on this earth. Know that this love will live on for eternity in our hearts and souls.

November 11, 2009

Kim, Tina, and Tammy my thoughts and prayers are with you. My heart is aching for your loss. Let me know what I can do.
Love,
Monique

Kathie Viglianti

November 11, 2009

To The Family of Billy Brown,
My heart is aching for you all. Billy was a kind soul that touched my and so many other lives.
If there is anything I can do for you please let me know.

Steve Smith

November 11, 2009

Tam,Tina,Kim and Family

I can't even begin to express my sorrow for your family at this time. Please accept my heart felt condolences.
A horrific loss to lose Billy. I'm truly blessed to have known her.
She will always live in our hearts and take comfort in knowing that someone so special and talented will never be forgotten. Your family are in my prayers.

Steve Smith

November 11, 2009

We are deeply saddened to hear of Billy's passing.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughters.

The Goodrich Family

Deb Tabor

November 11, 2009

Tammy and Family,
Our hearts are broken. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. May Billy's beautiful soul rest in peace.

Sarah Hansen

November 11, 2009

Paul and family,
Our hearts go out to you at this time. Billy was beautiful, talented and energetic. We have fond high school band memories! Billy will be missed by many. May you find peace in this time of sorrow.
Chris & Sarah (Batt) Hansen

Bill and Donna Fox

November 10, 2009

Paul, Corinne, and Caecelia,

We are deeply saddened by the loss of your beautiful wife/mother. We will never forget her laughter, her smile, and her energy while shoveling the neighbors sidewalks :) Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love,

November 10, 2009

Mr. Brown...
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet Billy!
You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers, I am deeply sorry!

-Alicia(Penry)Radford
*CHS Band Alumni*

Niki Allred Godfrey

November 10, 2009

Dear Gentry and Brown Family,
I am very saddend to hear about the loss of Billy. We were best friends in High School and after that we lost touch and moved onto different things in life. She was always there to make me smile and alawys there to tell me everything will be ok when I needed a lift. I hope that her children will always remember what a wonderful person their mother was. She was friends with everyone she met and I envied her for that.

Stephanie Jarvi-Peterson

November 10, 2009

Tammy, Tina, and Kimmie,

I am so sorry for your loss of such a beautiful and talented young woman. It seems so unfair...yet she is with God and is looking after all of you. My prayers are with you.

Blythe Enke

November 10, 2009

I want to express to Billy's family how grateful I am to have met her at the School of Music. Billy was always kind to all, a friend to everyone - especially to those that needed one, and an excellent musician. Her presence was missed today at school, and we will continue to miss her.

Pam & Phil Roundy

November 10, 2009

Billy went to school with my son and was a devoted friend to him and all who were blessed to know her. Her music touched the soul as words never could. Her violin solo in the Price Community's "Fiddler On The Roof" was both stirring and haunting. Such as her soul. May your daughters keep the best of you in their hearts and understanding in their minds. What a blessing to have had her as a wife, mother, daughter, friend, musician, and angel. Now there is peace for sweet, sweet Billy.

November 10, 2009

Tammy and Dave,
How sorry I am for your loss, I know you will feel comfort through the prayers of others, please know that my thoughts are with you.
Sarena Rachiele Shorts

November 10, 2009

Tammy, Kimmie, & Tina,
Our hearts are broken with your loss, you were such a big part of our lives when the kids were little! What memories I have of those times. You are, and always will, hold a very special place in our hearts.
Our Love always,
The Jewkes Family
Kevin, Marilyn, Niki, Tami, and Kevy

Toni L. Jarvi

November 10, 2009

Dear Tammy,
I visited my brother Mario (Lopez) today and he told me of Billy's passing. He spoke very kindly of her.
I am so very sorry for your loss - she had so much talent and a very short time to express it.
I will tell you that your beautiful memories of her will get you through this and she will be with you forever. . .
Sincerely,

Tracy, Cheryl, Chris, Jessica & Cody Jackson

November 10, 2009

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Anthony Santi

November 10, 2009

Corinne, I am so sorry for you and your family's loss.

Mike Polich (Big Brother)

November 10, 2009

Corinne, Caecelia, Paul, Tina, Kimmie and Tammy: I have such fond memories of watching Billy grow up. She was so thoughtful, vibrant, joyous, caring. Now, I have profound sadness too. She was always a sweet, genuine, living angel to me. Now, I know she will be a real angel, guiding and touching each of your lives.

November 10, 2009

To Paul and family
i am very sorry for your loss
billy was a great person and neighbor
she will be missed very much

milan,anna,biljana

November 10, 2009

To the family:
I just wanted to express my deep sadness and sorrow at Billy's passing. She was a wonderful friend and musician. I am grateful to have met her at the School of Music. My prayers are with your family.

Christine Kralik

Darla Milovich

November 10, 2009

Paul, please know that you and your girls are in my thoughts and prayers. Billy was truly an amazing force who was loved by everyone around her. Her spark, her spunk, her shining smile will be dearly missed. She is someone who has greatly blessed each and every person she ever came into contact with, and those of us who were lucky enough to know her are truly grateful to have had the opportunity. May God bless you and your family.

April Durrant

November 10, 2009

Dear Paul and girls,

I am so sorry for your loss. Billy was an amazing and talented person and the world is worse off without her presence. We served together as VISTA members and I was proud to be associated with such a dynamic young woman. My prayers are with you and the girls as you face life without her. God Bless.
Sincerely,

April Durrant

Sara Sanchez

November 10, 2009

Tammy, Dave and all of Billy's family,

Words seem inadequate right now, but I wanted you to know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

God bless,

Sara

November 10, 2009

Paul and Daughters,
We want to express our deepest sorrows to all. We were touched greatly by Billy and feel blessed to have known her. She is truly a wonderful person. You and your beautiful girls are in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Dean and Carrie Barnett
Lauren,Zach,Megan and Sarah

Marsha Bianco

November 10, 2009

Tammy and Dave:
I cannot imagine what you must be going through, but please know that you are in my prayers.
Marsha Bianco

Cathy Robb

November 10, 2009

Tammy and Family,
Accept our sincere condolences in your loss. May your Angel always be at your side. God Bless and Keep you all in him warm tender care.

Robert & Jama Grundy
Cathy & Keith Robb
Peggy & John Steele

Joe/Sandi` Colosimo

November 10, 2009

Paul, Tammy, Tina ,Kim, Corinne, & Caecelia
No one understands the pain, but just knowing Billy, her spunk, her drive, her humor, her talent will leave a memory for all. She was a beautiful person with a lovely family. Hugs!

Madelaine Nyffeler

November 10, 2009

Paul, Please accept our condolences. You, your girls, Tammy and Dave are in our thoughts and prayers. She lit up our lives with her smiles, love and great talent. She will be greatly missed by all her fans in Price.
Sincerely,
Madelaine Nyffeler

Sherry (Van Linden) Sorensen

November 10, 2009

Mr. Brown,

That was beautiful tribute to Billy. She was a beautiful woman who touched the hearts of everyone who knew her. My heart aches for your daughters and for you. Your family is in our constant thoughts and prayers.

Jenny Richens

November 10, 2009

We are deeply sorry for your loss and will keep all of you in our hearts and prayers at this sorrowful time. May God's love comfort you and give you strength.

Robert, Jenny and Madalene

Marilyn Manwaring

November 10, 2009

Tammy,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. May your heart be held in God's hand and may peace come to your family. Marilyn Judd Manwaring

November 10, 2009

Paul & family: We remember Billy playing her violin here at CEU recently, she shared her gift beautifully.May her memories be a healing to you and through this season of grieve God will grant you His everlasting peace and comfort. Ken & Nora Larsen

Barbara Olsen

November 10, 2009

Dear Tammy & Dave;
I was so sorry to hear about your sweet Billy passing away.I am so sorry.
I wish there was something I could do to take the pain away.
She was such a beautiful & talented girl.
My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time.
Remember the good times you have all had together.
I am so sorry.
Love
Barbara Olsen

November 10, 2009

Oh my dear Billy..I had the greatest life and shared it with your Mom and Tonya..We grew up together and never lost touch..We then moved on to our own lives but still watched our kids and one was you along with Kimmy and Tina. These are friendships that matter. I will miss seeing you and I will make sure I still stay in touch with all of your family..Love to you ......Jodi Jones Mascaro

Linda Gentry Lund

November 10, 2009

To the Family of Billy Brown,
Please accept my sincere condolences in your loss. Billy was the daughter of my cousin Billy. I had met her as a baby and toddler but then lost touch. I had the opportunity a few years ago to re-connect at an aunts birthday party and found Billy to be bright, beautiful, intelligent, and extremely friendly. Her loss will be felt by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you and hope the many wonderful memories you have of her will help you through this difficult time.

Clyde Larsen

November 10, 2009

Paul, I'm sorry for this sorrow in your family. Kindly accept my condolences , sympathy and hope that in time this pain will be replaced with loving memories of the better times and the hope for future reunited good times. Clyde Larsen

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