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July 5, 2009
Duane and Margaret,
If only there was a way to lift the sorrow you are experiencing, I would try with all my soul. Please accept my deepest love and continual prayers for you and your family. You are wonderful parents and remarkable friends. If there is anything I can ever do for you and all of your family I will always be there.
Thank you for all that you and your family have added to my life and as well as my sons.
You are eternally loved,
Candy Patterson
Lisa (Reynolds) O'Neil
June 20, 2009
Cardall family,
I am so sorry for your heartbreaking loss. You have all been on my family's mind these last couple of weeks. Our family has such fun and wonderful memories having spent our early years in one another's backyards.
We have learned through Jason (as well as following Paul's blog) never to take life for granted. Your family has been such a great example of faith and strength.
May the support of all your friends and family continue to help you through this difficult time.
Andrea M
June 18, 2009
I read Paul's blog and was so saddened to hear the loss of his brother. Such a tragic loss. I'm glad that the Cardall family has love and faith for for God. God will provide. I pray that Brian's family, wife, and daughter will be given strength and comfort by the Lord. Brian seemed like such a great guy. My prayers are with all of you.
June 18, 2009
Anna is so lucky to be loved by Brian. And Brian is so lucky to be loved by Anna. They fit together perfect. I will miss Brian every day, but will feel his spirit and see his zest for life and his dedication to his family in his daughters eyes. As I watch Ava and baby girl grow up, I will be reminded of his kindness, his laughter, his intellect and his talents. Anna, we will take care of you and your little family. I cant express my love for you enough. Cardall Family, THANK YOU for the strong, honest, sweet and powerful man that you raised Brian to be. We love you. Brian, I love you. I will miss you. We will take care of your wife and your kids. I know that you will take care of Baby until it is time to hand her over into our care.
I love you.
Alisa Boulter
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Deborah Willard
June 18, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Diane Clarkin
June 18, 2009
Dear Cardall Family,
My heart hurts for all of you. What a tragic event to have happen. I wish there was way for us to know the way but that isn't always possible. I know that Brian is back living with his Heavenly Father. He is in a better place. I knew Brian as a baby when Margaret was my primary teacher. It sounds like he grew up to be an amazing man. I hope in times that Brian will be remembered for the life he lived and the all his many talents. Not for the way he died. May in time may you all find comfort in all your wonderful memories of a brilliant man. You need to be able to help his girls know their amazing father, how much he loved them. You all have a very special guardian angel watching out for you.
Much sympathy,
Diane
Greg and Dianne (Klunker) Hauet
June 17, 2009
Duane and Margaret - my heart was breaking when I read the story about Brian. I had to call and tell my parents. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time in your lives. May the Lord bless each one of you at this difficult time.
Scott Richins Family
June 17, 2009
Dear Anna, Ava, and the Cardall Family,
Words cannot express my sadness well. I am so sorry for this tragedy. I am so sorry for what you have experienced and what you may wade through in the future.
I miss Brian so much. Like everyone who grew up with Brian, I have wonderful memories of camping, fly-fishing, and most of all laughing along side Brian. I will always remember him with his huge smile on his face. We love you. We mourn with you and will continue to pray and fast that God will comfort your broken hearts.
With all our love,
Scott and Amy Richins Family
Dave Cole (and Mary Orians)
June 17, 2009
My most heartfelt condolences Cardall Family,
I consider having known Brian as a colleague and collaborator, but most meaningfully as a friend, to be one of my life's blessings. His stellar mind, bright eyes, and friendship will be deeply missed.
Anna, Ava, and baby sis,
If there are any ways that Mary and I can help you in this tragic time, do not hesitate to ask. You are in our thoughts!
Love,
Dave & Mary
Dave & Sherese Jessee
June 16, 2009
To the wonderful Cardall family...
Wow, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Being able to read and learn more of Brian is as much a joy as knowing what he was able to accomplish in such a short life. What an awesome young man! We are fortunate to count you as friends through Paul. My heart aches for all of you; however knowing the peace that will surround you at this time brings hope to the future. Love, hugs and prayers...
Kim Francis
June 16, 2009
Cardall Family-
You family has always been such an inspiration to others, continually showing amazing strength, love and compassion for each other. May you all lean on each other through this time of sadness.
May God be with you all at this time.
-Kim (Reynolds) Francis
Scott and Bobbi Waldron
June 16, 2009
Please know that our thought and prayers are with the Cardall family at this very sad time. We Pray for your peace and that the Holy Ghost will bring you much comfort.
Our Deepest sympathy and condolences.
Brian Smart
June 16, 2009
Such a good man. I have been & will continue to be inspired by Brian. Right now I can see his easy smile and bright eyes. I am grateful for the opportunity to know you, Brian. Anna & family, please know that you are loved and will be supported by all of us.
Chris Conte
June 15, 2009
Dear Anna and Cardall Family,
Brian took a history course from me at USU and after that we ran into each other from time to time in Logan or on campus. I remember Brian in part because he was a fine student. He worked hard, prepared himself for class and spoke confidently. He also seemed to me to be exceptionally kind. I will miss him.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Darrell Jones
June 15, 2009
My deepest sympathy to all the wonderful members of the Cardall family. My days spent in the old Butler 23rd Ward and Brighton 5th Ward with your family, will always be a cherished memory.
Hayley Olsen
June 15, 2009
My heart goes out to Brian and his family. A tragedy beyond words... Brian was talented in so many ways, such an inspiration to all that knew him. I am so sorry for your loss. He will not be forgotten...
Jerry Hill
June 15, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I met Brian only a couple of times, but will remember those times for ever.
Jerry Hill
June 15, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I met Brian only a couple of times, but he left memories I will remember for a lifetime.
Lee Bjerregaard
June 15, 2009
Dear Anna and family,
My thoughts are with you this day. I admired Brian a great deal and my heart goes out to you. I got to know Brian while working alongside him when he was at Utah State. Im so sorry for your loss.
Sincerly,
Lee
June 15, 2009
Margaret,
A tragedy beyond words.
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Susan Pett
Laurel Cannon Alder
June 14, 2009
Dear Anna, Eva, Schmidts and Cardalls:
We love you. We admire your resilient spirits. Brian will be in our hearts and his memory will live on just as he exists in the here after and is with God. He has touched our lives. We miss him here. We pray God's peace upon you. We pray for Eva and her soon to be born sister, and pray for their protection and opportunity. With love, and with deep respect,
Laurel, Nate, Jacob, Madeleine, Clara
Brian Ercanbrack
June 14, 2009
Our family is mourning your loss at this time also. Brian and I served as companions in the MTC and then went on to Spain together. We served separately there but I will always remember him. Our prayers are with you and may you be blessed and comforted at this time. We will be thinking of you often.
Love,
The Ercanbrack Family
Christine Brown
June 14, 2009
Dear Cardall family and Anna,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family has a special place in my heart because of a wonderful relationship I have with Jane. My heart goes out to you all.
Anna, I too suffer from Bipoler disorder and Brian was so blessed to have you. We know as we suffer with this disorder it takes a strong person to love us and suffer with us. You will be blessed too.
Barbara Jeffries
June 14, 2009
To all those who love Brian:
I don't know you, but want you all to know that you are all in my prayers. May God hold all of you close under His sheltering wings and give you peace. May your memories of Brian shine and stay bright forever.
Valerie Banta
June 14, 2009
Dear Cardall Family,
I have never met your family other than I grew up around the corner from your grandparents, the Layton's.Hearing of your tragedy broke my heart. A young life taken long before it's time seems so wrong. May your family be comforted and the Lord's loving arms be wrapped around each one of you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Valerie Foulger Banta
Laotian-Thai Ward
June 14, 2009
Dear Cardall Faimily:
We love you. May the Lord's love and comfort be upon you during this trying time. Words cannot express our sorrow about Brian's tragic and untimely passing. However, we have no doubt that he is now in a better place. May this loss be a valable lesson from which we all can learn, so that such tragedy will never happen to anyone else.
We love and appreciate you for all that you have done for us and others.
June 14, 2009
Dear Duane and Margaret,
We are heart broken for you and Anna and Ava and all those who are mourning this difficult loss. We look forward to the resurrection when tears will be replaced with peace and joy.
Warm Regards,
John and Susie Cardall
chad & christy ogden
June 13, 2009
We have wonderful memories with Brian, particularly during those years we lived nearby. Our hearts hurt. We love you all and are praying our guts out for you.
marty pratt
June 13, 2009
my thought and prayers goes out to the whole Cardall family we all have lost a a great man a great dad and husband and son and friend this is a very untimely death of some one who had so much to give us all may god be with as we know Brian will be watching over him children as there angle as the song says god be with us till we meet agin
marty
Char Bateman
June 13, 2009
To the Cardall Family,
I have never met you as a family but I am a booth attendant at the Triad. I have the opportunity of greeting and waving at those who come and leave the parking facilities. Many a time, when Duane leaves, I have the blessing of greeting him as he leaves.
As I serve in my responsibilities, I bond with those I greet whether I speak to them or not.
My heart and prayers goes out to you, the Cardall family.
The Batemans
Becky Reeve
June 13, 2009
Dear Duane and Margaret,
I wanted to send my love and sympathy to you and your dear family at the tragic death of Brian. My heart has been heavy since I heard the terrible news. You have been one of my heroes for many years. I have appreciated the great Christ-like example you have set as a family for all to see. Truly you have brought honor to your name and glorified our Father in Heaven. May the Spirit of the Lord bless, sustain and comfort you now and in the days ahead. I love you and pray for each one of you.
June 13, 2009
Dear Cardall family
It has been our blessing to know many of your children. We have witnessed the great light and love that your family brings into their lives. We have observed firsthand the love you have as parents, as you nurture and care for each child in their new phases of life. Thank you for your examples of devotion- we have gained much from your family's influence. May you feel our most sincere prayers in your behalf. We love each one of you.
Justin and Liane Bell
Alyson Colton
June 13, 2009
Cardalls, Anna & Ava,
We are so sorry for the loss of Brian. We will all miss him greatly. He was a wonderful example of hard work and he showed us how to love life! I have so many wonderful memories of growing up with Brian. I will miss making more of those until we see him again. May you all be carried by the Savior's love through this difficult time. We love you guys!!!
Bruce Barrett
June 13, 2009
Margaret, Duane and Family: Tyra and I are deeply saddened by the unfortunate events of this past week. Having three sons similar in age to Brian, we can in some minute way appreciate your immense shock and profound sorrow. It seems cliche to inject thoughts of Christ's atonement and promise of living together again, but it's true. It just is--and we thank Him daily for such a marvelous gift.
May His tender mercies sustain all of you during this extremely difficult time.
With love and admiration,
Bruce and Tyra Barrett
May Myklebust
June 13, 2009
My deepest sympathies for your loss. I respected Brian for his skills as a climber and a scientist and liked him for his good nature. My thoughts are with you Anna.
June 13, 2009
Craig and Heather
We were so sad to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this sad time.
Ben and Amy Johnson
Jo Ellen Taylor
June 13, 2009
Duane, Margaret, and family,
I feel such a great sadness at the loss of your precious Brian. Know that my siblings and I have you all in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
Jenny & Julie Porter
June 13, 2009
Schmidt Family, our hearts go out to all of you during this time. Anna we are so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers. We love you all.
Jane C.
June 13, 2009
We love you Brian and words cannot express how much you will be missed. I am so greatful that we have little Ava here and your unborn daughter to carry you with us until we meet again. Anna, I love you like a sister and want you to know how greatful I am for the wonderful, amazing wife you were to Brian. You are an amazing woman and we are sisters for life!!!
Bradford Ewell
June 13, 2009
Brian, Anna and Ava, we are so sorry for your loss of such a great man, who we're sure is like his sister, Caron, who lives across the street from us. We were blessed by her and her husband, Dustin, who helped diagnose, give a blessing to and help save our daughter's life (Bailie Ewell - cerebelitis), so we extend our gratefulness and sympathy to your family for being such a good family and extended family. Brad, Teri, Carly and Bailie Ewell
Alex H
June 13, 2009
Cardall Family,
This is a tragic story with a tragic ending, but there is a plan behind all of this. Heavenly Father is in charge.
We know Brian is with him now. Our prayers are with you.Brian leaves a legacy of nothing but kindness and love. If the world was full of more "Brians" it would be certainly be a better place.
larry terry
June 13, 2009
Our hearts and prayers are with the Cardall and related family. Duane showed such empathy when he interviewed us in Orem following our daughter Kimberly's death in an auto accidebt in 1994 at the beginning of Senior year at Orem High. Larry & Pat Terry-Orem
JIll Henry
June 13, 2009
Ana and Cardall's,
I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I was there and could hug you. I loved Brian! I have great memories of being with him up at Grasscreek when he was just little up until last year when we worked on the fence together. We had great talks over campfires too. He was always smiling and so fun to be around. I will dearly miss him. Please know that my love is with you always.
Love Jill (Richins)
Scott & Bobbi Waldron
June 13, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your sweet family and our deepest regrets. We express condolences to you all. May our Father in Heaven pour out his comforting spirit on your family at this most difficult time.
Michele McKay And Family
June 13, 2009
Duane and family,
Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May you feel our Heavenly Father's comforting love always.
Cheryl Cardall
June 13, 2009
We love you so much Brian! You are sorely missed. Thank you for teaching us about making life a great adventure!
June 13, 2009
What a tragedy for your family to lose a husband, son and brother all to soon and so unexpectedly. God be with you and know that you are in the prayers of many people at this time of loss
PAUL D REYOS
June 13, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
June 13, 2009
To The Cardall Family,
Please accept our love and sympathy at the untimely death of Brian Layton Cardall. From as far away as Accra, Ghana, where we are serving as missionaries, the influence of this young man and his outstanding family is felt and remembered. May the Lord bless you with peace, comfort, and understanding.
With much love, John and Pat Bevan
Matt C
June 13, 2009
Dear Cardall Family-
I am heartbroken to hear about your loss and want to express my deepest condolences to you all. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Christensen
June 13, 2009
Brian...we love you and will miss your gentle, yet brilliant ways. We will always have you in our hearts. Love and prayers to your sweet wife Anna, and to Ava and baby sister. To my brother and sister, we love you so much, and there are no words to express our deepest sorrow. Brian is soaring in heaven... yet at peace, in loving arms.
To my nieces and nephews, may you find solace and comfort in knowing that we will all be reunited again one day. Please know how much we love you all.
Love,
Lisa and Paul
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