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TONY BRIAN KANTRUD

TONY KANTRUD Obituary

KANTRUD, TONY BRIAN May 19, 1954 to October 4, 2010 Our beloved Brian entered God's Kingdom Monday, October 4th. Brian was born in Pelican Rapids, MN, and grew up in Chula Vista, CA. He followed in his father's footsteps in the car business and was the mechanic for "Tony's Auto Sales." He took over "Kantrud's Garage" in 1986 and has remained a business member and friend in the community. He is survived by his wife Vanessa and son Jordan Kantrud. Family survivors include mother Shirley Kantrud, brothers Tim (Pam) and Scott (Kathy), and sisters Cindy Miller (Bruce) and Barbara Lerma. His in-laws include Tom and Kaui Brown, Donna (Jeff) Merghart. Preceded in death by his father Tony Kantrud and sister Kristi. His kindness and compassion touched so many lives! Join us in the Celebration of Brian's Life: Tuesday, October 26, 2010, at 5:30 p.m., St. Mark's Lutheran Church, 580 Chula Vista, CA 619-427-5515. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to California Coast Credit Union in Jordan Kantrud (college fund) or St. Mark's Lutheran Church.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Oct. 17, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for TONY KANTRUD

18 Entries

Steve Whitehead

May 2, 2014

Good bye my friend... I'll miss you. We had some great times.

Juan & Marilyn Nieves

November 12, 2010

I'm very sorry to hear of Brian's passing. My condolences go out to Vanessa and his family, Brian where a Very good friend of my family,He will be Missed.God Bless you all..

Randy Wilson

October 27, 2010

I'm very sorry to hear of Brian's passing. My condolences go out to Vanessa and his family. I also lost touch with Brian when I moved, but have fond memories of the times we spent together. He will be missed.

Lenise Collins

October 26, 2010

My deepest sympathy to the Kantrud family. May the peace and love that surrounds your family help to ease the pain of your loss.

Lenise Cicalo-Collins

October 23, 2010

John and I were extremely sadden to hear of Brians passing our hearts go out to his family, it makes you relize how short time is and how we should always appreciate our loved ones. John Ravara & Elyce Boyd Hilltop 1973

Teresa Flores-Onstott

October 23, 2010

He was an adorable teenager and so cute. I'm saddened. Peace and Love to the family. Teresa Flores-Onstott

David Ramsey

October 23, 2010

To all the Kantud family, and extended families:

First, I offer all of you my prayers & condolences to get through this difficult time.

Secondly, I can't find the words to express the loss of my good friend Brian. I was one of many "best friends" Brian had throughout his lifetime. The reason why Brain had so many "best friends" was because of his humor, easy-going attitude towards life, and was also giving soul.

Although Brian and I hadn't been in contact for some time, the friendship was always there. He was the type of person that years could go by, and you could pick up right where you left off. The definition of a true "friend".

God Bless you all, and although he has left the material world, Brian will always be with us.

Sincerely, David Ramsey

Jesse Chasteen

October 23, 2010

It has been so many years since we saw each other, but the great times spent together will not be forgotten. We will see each other again..I am certain you have found peace....

Carol DeLauro

October 21, 2010

I want Jordan to know hat a great person his Dad was. Brian was such a great guy and a wonderful mechanic! I don't know where to take my cars to now! Brian was so kind and caring, both as a business man and as a friend. He will be truly missed in this community!

Barbara Lerma

October 21, 2010

You are the love of our lives and saying we will miss you, would be an understatement!
Thanks to all for such wonderful cards, notes, calls and sentiments. From a best friend/sister

Jenny Allen

October 20, 2010

Brian was a regular customer when I was tending bar at The Cayon Club 2003 thats how I got know him about that time he became my mechanic the only mechanic I've ever trusted but he was also my friend and he will be missed.

October 18, 2010

Having gone to high school with Brian, I'll never forget what a character he was. May I suggest Griefshare.org as a source of support and comfort.
Sherry Jorgensen Smith

Debbie and Al Garcia

October 18, 2010

Dear Shirley,

We are sorry to hear of Brian's passing. May you find comfort in the many memories you have of him. We are thinking of you and your family and keeping you in our prayers.
Take care ?
Love, Debbie and Al

mariela castanares

October 18, 2010

It is with great sorrow I hear of his passing. He had been my mechanic for the last 10 years. He was always there when I needed anything with my car issues and questions.
My condolences go out to the family.
He will be greatly missed.
Mariela Castanares (chula vista)

October 18, 2010

It was with great sorrow when I learned of Brian's passing. Although we had strayed apart as close friends I will never forget the friendship we shared. Brian was always there to lighten up life for everyone around him. But I know he is smiling and telling stories about all of those whose lives he touched.
You will be missed. Ray Deitchman (Jamul,Ca)

Donna Merghart

October 17, 2010

To the Kantruds,
It is from family to family that we reach out to you at this very hard time.
We all miss and love Brian very much.
Although, Brian has left it would still be his wish to care for each other.
Vanessa and Jordan need family at this time.
Brian we hope you have found your peace.
To the Kantruds we are so sorry. To Vanessa and Jordan have courage and find the strength to go on. Believe in life , even thru pain.
Somethings cant be understood, wait for the storm to end and look for the rainbow.

Debi Davison

October 17, 2010

Knowing Brian from High School, he always had a never-ending smile for everyone.

Betsy Pulli

October 17, 2010

Shirley and family,
We all got energy and a zest for life around Brian. He made us laugh, take risks, and enjoy the moment. What a guy.
Love him a lot..like a brother.
I won't forget him, and his youthful memories will be in my stories and memory forever. Love ya
Betsy and Tony Pulli

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