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for PAT BRIAN
Greg Lamb
August 1, 2022
I know that is has been so long. I was a law clerk for a short time for Judge Brian, however he made a profound impact on me as a lawyer. I am now a district court judge as well. He gave me words of advise that I have never forget. I have tried to live by them. -- Greg Lamb
Bill Roethlisberger
July 25, 2010
Greetings Sherry: I was looking up names on the internet for fun this evening, and yours came up several times on Google. Along with the entries was the one about your husband, Pat, passing away. I am so sorry to learn your husband had died. From the obituary, it shows you had a wonderful life with him...but, was there anything less for THE Sherry Hale! Just know you have a friend, classmate, and high school "buddy" who shares your loss.....Please extend my condolences to the rest of your family....Blessings In Our Savior's Name......Rocky
Kathy Miller
July 21, 2010
Sherry and family, we in the Anchorage Alaska Stake appreciated having your family in our ward and his service as stake president. We give framed copies of his advice "Rules" for a happy marriage to friends marrying. The notes were lost so we called to check the wording and ask permission. He consented to our sharing the advice. Many are blessed. Sympathy and best wishes from our family to your family.
Bill Tynes
July 20, 2010
Jenean and I were so sorry to hear of Pats' passing. I have so many wonderful memories of working with him at the O.C.D.A.'s office. Our sympathy goes out to the whole family. Bill & Jenean Tynes
Katie (Prescott) Hanks
July 14, 2010
Sister Brian, I'm sure this ranch hand didn't go without a fight. There must be another mission for him on the other side, and he probably went running. What a great man and teacher. He will be missed. Wish you all the best.
July 7, 2010
Kam,
So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. May you and your family have many sweet memories of him. He sounds like an amazing man.
Sending my prayers your way~
Emily (Harkness) Summers
Alta '93
Elena Seal
July 6, 2010
We are so sorry to hear that our beloved "Pat" is gone. We heard of his passing while we were in Great Falls, Montana (on our way to Glacier). My Dad, Ken Garrett was very taken by the news, we thought of flying him out to make the funeral, but at 87, it would of been to much for him to do. He told me of the wonderful Father's Day he spent with Pat and Sherry, just a week earlier.....and then he told stories the rest of the trip of his dear friend. Starting out with meeting in California as lawyers, to flying to Wayne County, to Lake Powell trips...and so on. What great memories!!!! Of course, I had some myself, I was a shy child, he was always trying to get me to mingle with everyone. Always was taking me under his wing, calling and checking up on me....I loved that......Pat married my husband and I, and we will always remember Pat in our hearts...the world will miss him, but he is welcomed in Heaven to do more important work...I am sure he is saying Hi to my Mom!!! Love...always...Elena Garrett Seal
Joye Ovard
July 5, 2010
Dear Sherry, I am so sorry for your loss. When a friend told me Judge Brian had passed on I could hardly believe her. He had so much energy and kindness. He would arrive in Summit County for his turn (or any other judge's turn who choose not to come) to handle our Court. He always had a big smile and entered saying, "Top of the morning." I was the District Court clerk for 23 years and I was always happy when he came on the 6 month judges rotation. He said that you were a 'Trooper' to go with him on his trips. And he loved to make tomato soup for 'Grandma Hale' and sometimes he would hand me a note to call her to say he would be late in court so he couldn't make it that particular night but he would another night. I also remember his generousity with the Hale Theater tickets when they weren't sold out. I will miss him; he was so like a family member to me; not a boss. He was such a caring person. Love to you and your family.
Eldon/Alice Ann Weber and family
July 4, 2010
Sherry and family,
Eldon and I were so shocked and saddened when we heard of Pat's passing in the Church News today.
We have such happy memories of our time together on Apple Hill. What a priceless time that was! The outing at your place in Loa with all the neighborhood was such a treasured time.
Eldon and I had such a great time with you traveling to California and attending the production at the Hale Theatre there.
Our whole family loved you and Pat, and of course your beautiful family. You are all very dear to us! We have always looked to you and Pat and admired your genuine kindness and Christlike love and service.
May God bless you at this time of loss.
We all send our love and sympathy,
July 4, 2010
Dear Family. I have so much faith and belief because of where I came from. I remember coming with Donna to see you (Uncle Pat) and you looked at me and had a special scripture - I was the lost family member" andit was such a special moment. I Love you and know that we will all reign in his Kingsom.
Robyn Taylor
July 4, 2010
I was so sad to hear that Judge Pat Brian passed away. Pat was a caring and understanding friend to me. I am honored to be one of his many many friends. I am going to miss you Judge Brian.
I love you Sherry and your family. Thanks for being my friend.
I will miss Pat's hugs to me. What a tender week this has been for me. I have cried and I hope that Pat isn't upset at the tears.
God Bless his family and friends.
Love
Robyn
N.C. Huffman
July 2, 2010
Dear Sherry,
Mother, Dad, and I are very saddened
hearing the news on Pat's passing.
Please extend our condolences to the entire Brian family.
N.C. Huffman / Cotton & Mary Ann Huffman
Janean (Fields) Farrens
July 1, 2010
My thoughts and prayer go out to Sherry and her family. While President Brian was serving as Mission President in Tulsa, Oklahoma, I came to know and love him very much. He was compassionate, loving, always had time to listen and yet he was a very straight arrow. When I first moved to Utah I had the privilege of living in their home, which I will be forever grateful. My life has been truly touched by this remarkable man and his family. May the Lord Bless You through this difficult time. Love always Janean (Fields) Farrens, OTM Family
July 1, 2010
Judge Pat Brian was , by far, one of the most wonderful people! He has been our family friend for many years. 26 years ago,as a newley married couple, we bought our very first refrigerator from him. What we couldnt afford to pay him, at the time, he allowed Scott to work off doing flooring work in his family home. (in fact we still have that fridge in our garage...and it still works!) Many years later, we had the honor of having him officaite at the wedding ceremony of our oldest daughter. Pat always had a smile and a kind word whenever we saw him. We have the most fond memories and utmost respect for this fabulous man, and feel it a true privilege to have had the chance to know him. Our deepest condolences to his family. Heaven has welcomed a true Angel!
Scott and Mindy Meyer and Family
July 1, 2010
Dear Sherry and family, Your dad was such a wonderful man, I knew him in Mission Viejo, he had the best sense of humor, and always had something kind to say, he always made my day!! love, Pat Johnson
July 1, 2010
Dear Brian Family: I was a young girl out of High School when I started working at the McMurray, McIntosh, Butler & Nielson law office with Pat. I loved his smile and he was always so nice to me. That seems eons ago. I remember the wedding reception you had in your home for his secretary when she got married. You were so very generous to let your home be shared for that special event. I had lost touch, but remember Pat becoming a Judge. My sympathies to you all at this difficult time. Diane Dimond LeFevre
July 1, 2010
Sherry and kids--we love you so much and will be at the funeral where we hope to hug you all.
Love, Gary and Corrie Player
Nicole Gibson
July 1, 2010
I was a missionary in Kirtland under Pat and Sherry Brian. Elder Brian, as I will always call him, was such a great example to me and all others who associated with him. I will always remember Pat walking the sites in Kirtland every morning and telling us all what a glorious day it was. My thoughts and prayers are with Sherry and the rest of the Brian Family.
Reg and Leslie Garff
July 1, 2010
Dear Sherry and Family:
How are lives have been touched for good by serving with you in "The Ohio". There wasn't a day that didn't go by where Elder Pat wasn't cheerful, energetic, spiritual and kind. Sherry, your marriage is an example of love, loyalty, and mutual respect, both of you supporting one another in every aspect of your service to the Lord. I can also vividly recall you two doing your nightly "walking"! Boy, did you walk long and fast!! We love you dearly and will always be so grateful for our association with the Brians and for the Lord allowing us to serve under your able leadership.
Leslie and Reg Garff
Randy & Andrea Barlow Rounds
July 1, 2010
Such a wonderful man! All the comments thus far indicate that many people have the same type of feeling for Pat Brian. Our love goes out to his family. May you be comforted. Glendale California friends,
Janet
June 30, 2010
To The Brian Family, I happened to be glancing at the obituaries this evening and came across Judge Brian's Obituary. You don't know me but I had the wonderful pleasure of sitting in Judge Brian's chambers on a beautiful winter morning as he finalized the adoption of our precious daughter who is now 14 years old. What a very sweet man Judge Brian was. I will never forget as the court proceedings were done how he threw up his arms in pure joy and he declared this was the best part of being a judge then took time from his busy court schedule and posed for several pictures with our new daughter and family. Judge Brian made that day a memory that will never be forgotten (I had only wished we had gotten him again when we adopted our son). What an honor it was to have had the priviledge of sitting with him for a brief time in his chambers, what a kind man he was. My deepest and heartfelt sympathies are sent to you this day as you mourn the loss of your husband, father, grandfather, friend and judge. May God be with you till you meet again.
~A friend who's life he touched for good~
Jack and Janice Purser
June 30, 2010
Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. We have total admiration for Pat and Sherry. The two of you were exemplary your entire lives to everyone who knew you and associated with you. Both of your lives have been well lived with no regrets. We love both of you and Sherry we look forward to your continued association. You are a dignified lovely lady worthy of emulating. Love from Janice and Jack Purser
Jenna Paulsen
June 30, 2010
Judge Pat Brian married us on September 06, 2008. He was at the top of our list, and I'm glad we got to know him even for a brief hour. He was a very kind hearted man, and will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with his family at this time.
June 30, 2010
My condolences to Judge Brian's family. I also appeared before him in court many times. He always treated everyone with respect. I also was pleasantly surprised to meet with Judge Brian and his wife in Kirtland Ohio a few years ago as I traveled with my wife and the Tabernacle choir to the Kirtland Temple. Jay Kessler
Tina Ashley
June 30, 2010
Sherry and Family, my prayers are with you. I had the pleasure of being his clerk for 8 years. I have a lot of fun memories of Judge Brian from him telling defendants when sentencing that if they committed another crime he would send them to prison and then say "can you dig?" Or that fruity tie he used to wear. Remember, he will be with you always.
Lou & Terri Walsh
June 30, 2010
We so loved this man. He was our idea of "The Perfect Human Being". He loved hearing our tale of when he offered his vacation home to us (20 years ago) and we could NOT find the key. We decided to climb through an open window for access. After we were there 1/2 hour ... we noticed there were no photos of Pat or Sherry. We asked the day worker outside, and he pointed to the house on the NEXT PROPERTY. We were in the WRONG HOME! Pat loved that story and telling us, "Oh not a problem, that's a relatives home also." YIKES! (If YOU are "the relative" ... our apologies... 20 years late.) Blessings to the entire BRIAN family. We are so sad with this news.
Jennifer Lange
June 30, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the Brian family. I took a class from Judge Brian down at BYU and appeared in front of him several times. He was a great teacher, a fair/accomplished jurist, and a great man.
June 30, 2010
The Crowley family sends GREAT love to Sherry and her family. We LOVED growing up with the Hale family in Glendale, California and I enjoyed being a BYU roommate of Sherry's and her sister Sally. Sherry & Pat also connected with my sister Nellissa in China in 2003. So glad for great memories! So sorry for Pat's passing. Love, Claire Crowley Field - Provo, Utah.
June 30, 2010
One of the most inspiring wedding ceremonies we've ever attended was one conducted by Pat last summer at Capitol Reef. His love of family and friends shined through as he included everyone in the audience. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. Jeff & Donita Pace, Torrey, UT
Steve Turner
June 30, 2010
My prayers are with your family, president Brian was and is a great man and his influances on my life have been ones that I will forever rember and that I will forever rember and be greatful for, all my love and prayers
Steve Turner, OTM Missionary
Daren Reschke
June 30, 2010
Pat was legendary and I will never foget his stories headed down to the ranch. I still have the cowboy boots he gave me in exchange for sprinkler work, he sure could wheel and deal. He will be greatly missed.
Steve & Betty Graves
June 30, 2010
We have wonderful memories of joyful times in Kirtland as we all worked together. He truly led us to do our very best. He truly lived life to the fullest, setting an example for us. He certainly fulfilled his "10% of his life and more, in service to the church". We feel it a privilege to have known Pat Brian. Our love and condolences to Sherrie.
June 30, 2010
I mostly missed Pat at BYU although his sunset was spectacular and has produced a constant bright glow around him ever since. He and I served in similar spaces through some years and I have admired him. Sherry has been a marvelous partner and has added immensely to his life. Blessings to her and their family who will surely add continuing luster to this great couple. I miss Pat already and look forward to witnessing his crowded place ahead of us with those he blessed throughout his life. Dallas and Karen Dixon Merrell
Elliott Levine
June 30, 2010
My condolences to all family members. I have many fond memories of my dealings with Judge Brian during my legal career. A true gentleman, scholar, and mentor. I will always remember his respectful demeanor toward everyone. He will be sorely missed but never forgotten.
Signed,
Elliott Levine
FOB Orgun-E, Afghanistan
Jeff and Pat England
June 30, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Pat was a warm and wonderful man. So many accomplishments in his life. We will remember him as a great example of all things good to our grandchildren. He has left an amazing legacy of faithful children.
Jeff and Pat England
Mary Rice
June 30, 2010
By far, the kindest man my family has ever know. His kindness helped my mother through many difficult times and gave her comfort during the last year or so of her life. Thank you Bishop Brian. I love you. You will be missed. P. S. Tell Mom 'Hello'. - Mary Rice (Marie Carey)
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