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Brian Currid Obituary

Currid, Brian James, 40, of Cooper City, passed away November 28, 2004. Brian is survived by his beloved wife, Gina; mother, Betty; brother, Bobby and sister, Chrissy. He was a beloved brother of the Keltics Motorcycle Club. A Memorial Service will be held at Noon Saturday at Forest Lawn Funeral Home South, 2401 SW 64 Ave, Ft. Lauderdale, FL (954) 792-9360.

Published by Sun-Sentinel on Dec. 1, 2004.
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Brother, already 19 years, seems like last week. So much has happened. Wish you were here. Until we meet againride the clouds.

James D McConnell

November 28, 2023

Your on my mind almost everyday. I miss you so much.

Brandi fortner

Family

November 26, 2023

Hard to believe it's been 17 years, still think about you pretty regularly. A toast to you brother, until we meet again.

Beacon

Friend

November 25, 2021

Hard to belive 16 years have gone by, M.L.& R Beacon

Beacon Mcconnell

November 25, 2020

Hard to believe it's been 16 years, still missing you brother.

Jim McConnell

Brother

November 25, 2020

Hard to believe it's been 15 years. Ride free my brother.
L.L.&R

Beacon

November 25, 2019

My new number 2673388054- Brandi Brian's niece

Brandi Fortner

November 25, 2019

Yes he served on the saratoga! - you can contact me to talk to his family...his sister is my mom. (Chrissy) 2678880703-brandi
Hope you come back on again to see this.

June 16, 2017

Hey uncle brian, thinking of you heavily today. My hearts still aches.
❤ brandi

BraNdi Fortner

June 16, 2017

hey Brother, still not many days that go by that a thought of you doesn't pass thru my mind. you are and always will be a great brother K.N.A.F, Beacon

beacon keltic

November 23, 2016

Is this the same Brian Currid the served in the U.S. Navy on the USS Saratoga in the 80's

Rance

January 16, 2015

9 years has gone by and it still feels like you'll walk in the ch any time love and miss ya bro

beacon keltics mc

November 24, 2013

Gina: Although we never met Brian, we had the pleasure of briefly meeting you in GA while you were heading to TN for a meet there w/your brothers and sister Keltics. My wife Cheri, and our adult daughter Jaime, and I rode along side and behind you for over 200 miles up I-75, and we were impressed with your ability to anticipate other drivers careless and negligent actions in a smooth manner that prevented them from running into you before they even fully realized that they had swerved into your path of travel! Watching you ride was seeing poetry in motion Lady Keltic, and we were happy to pull of of I75 at the same exit where we made your acquaintance at a Waffle House parking lot and took some photos with you! I realized you were a strong woman, and that their had to have been a strong loving man in your life, I did not know that although his presence was felt through you, that he had departed this world some 9 years or more...and I just wanted to share the thought that you are still loved by him in his heavenly eternal life, and I know he must be very proud of you for the strong love you still carry for him. Cheri and I will be sending some photos soon, and will see you again when in your neck of the wood's, smile. Brian's memory is still burning strong as is your love for each other. We are honored to have met the Wife of Brian, and a wonderful person in this world! Remain as strong and as wonderful as you are Gina, and stay safe as you have to date lovely lady! Papa Ron + Cheri York, Tampa, FL

Ron York

May 24, 2013

Brian,

Today I have thought of you. I have offen wondered if the bottle that was put out to sea in your memory has ever been found. We are here in the mountain and it's nice here. You would have love to ride your motorcycle here, the road are so nice for riding in the wind.
We recently had a friend join you in heaven, so I'm asking you to watch over him, for he will need a friend to talk to. You were always a good listener. His name is Jeremy, he is 30 years old, a real nice guy, just a few days before he left us, he said that he wanted a motorcycle, but he couldn't afford one. So maybe he can ride with you.

Our love to you,
Nell and Eddie

Nell O'Connell

April 26, 2009

I miss you uncle brian you meant the world to me. I'll always make you proud of me. you'll see.

Dear uncle,. theres so much i never got to say to you. there isnt enough words to explain how much i'm gonna miss you. & how sad it's going to be when you're not at my wedding, or watching my children grow. but you're in gods hands now. you're my angel now. i'll meet you at the gates. i love you.

brandi fortner

March 12, 2009

Gina, You don't know me, but I am truly sorry for your loss. Cheech was and still is a good guy. I don't have the words to tell you how sorry I am, but by reading the quest book I know you really did love him, he deserved to be loved unconditionally and you where the answer to his prayers. Over the years I have kept in touch, whenever possible, with the family and I know he had some really tuff times, but by talking to Chrissy I know you where his silver lining. Know that you loved and where loved...he is watching over you and would want you to move on with your life...he always lived life to the fullest and so you should carry on with his philosophy. Only you can do this for him, in his memory. God Bless you and his family, especially the Keltics...he loved you all more than you guys will ever know.

Margie Gibson

January 30, 2009

my dearest brian,
i visit the place were we hung your memorial every week, for me everyday is a day that i miss you even more, our love can never be matched, your love and support for me is all any woman can ask for, you are missed and loved by lots, i just want you to know that you are my only one , the support i get for your beloved club is in my heart, i can never repay them, i can never thank you for putting me this close to them, i love you my husband now and forever, and will be with you again someday.
I LOVE YOU ALLWAYS.
YOUR WIFE GINA

GINA CURRID

November 21, 2008

Dear Brian I just wanted to say that we are thinking about you as another year passes. Our memories of you continue to live on in our hearts.
Gina our prayers are with you as you remember your life with Brian.

Love Trigger & Tina

November 18, 2008

Gina, We know the time is near again as we can see your sorrow and see your pain. We never had the honor of meeting Brian but we have had the honor of meeting and loving you. We can only imagine a man who is as kind, warm and at times, as crazy as you standing by your side. We feel we know him through your smiles and laughter. Keep that spark for life as we can tell he wouldn't want it any other way! We love you.

Mayday and Leg

November 16, 2008

Dear Brian I have seen that our mom Rosemay Duranseau has already told you about us losing Animal(Rob). He is now with you and all his other friends and he talked about you often . We know he is doing what he loved to do as you did to. Ride like the wind,I some day will get to met you Brian, as Gina,animal and susie told us all about you and all the good times you guys had.Animal is in piece now along with you. Love Rob and Karen Animals Brother and Sister-in-law

duranseau robert and karen

January 17, 2008

Dear Brian,
My heart is breaking because we lost Rob (Animal) yesterday. But, I hope and pray he is riding a beautiful Harley along side you his dear dear friend and with a big smile on his handsome face.
Love, Rob's Mom

Rosemary Duranseau

January 12, 2008

My dearest Brian,
You are and will alway be a man of honor love and respect to me, i am proud to be your wife, your Keltic brothers will always be close to me, It has been 3 years since you passed and every day i still think of all the good times we had, i will never forget them, We went by the site of your accident last night and the entire club was there in your honor, it was a thing of beauty, the love and respect that you demanded is instilled in all that new you's heart, i love you forever and will never forget all the years we had together.
Your loving Wife Forever
Gina
(Brian-KNAF)

Gina Currid

November 29, 2007

wow its nov..2007 and i still miss you like it was yesterday. i still get that urge to cry when i hear someoone mention your name. you were my favorite uncle, and very important to me.i miss you dearly..i love you--love your favorite niece-brandi

brandi f

November 10, 2007

I woke up this morning w/you on my mind its strange how that happens. just thought i would say we all miss you.
Brian you are always and 4-ever in our hearts!!!!

Tina

January 18, 2007

my dearest love brian,
today has been 2 long painfull years since i lost the only man i have ever loved, you are an inspiration to all that were around you and i miss you so. your love for me and mine toward you is so strong even today that i could never ever forget your loving touch. you will always be in my heart.
your wife forever gina.

gina currid

November 28, 2006

MY LOVE BRIAN, YOUR NAME YOUR SMILE
YOUR GENTLE HAND WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART, IT HAS BEEN 2 YEARS SINCE I LOST YOU, I CAN STILL LAY IN OUR BED AND SEE YOUR SMILING FACE, EVERY WHERE I GO I SEE YOU AND REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD THAT IS THE WAY I REMEMBER YOU ALWAYS LOOKING AT THE DAY AND NEVER LOOKING BACK, THERE IS NO ONE LIKE YOU IN MY EYES AND I MISS YOU DEARLY, I WEAR YOUR RING ON MY FINGER AND YOUR LOVE IN MY HEART FOR EVER, YOU HAD A HEART OF GOLD WITH ME AND I TRULY SEE IT, THANK YOU FOR LOVING ME AS YOU DID. I HOPE TO SEE YOU WHEN MY DAY COMES, SAVE ME A SPOT, I LOVE YOU MY HUSBAND. FOREVER YOUR WIFE!!

GINA CURRID

November 27, 2006

my love brian,

always you are on my mind, i can remember all the great times we had and i still see your smile in my mind and on my heart, i miss you forever my love, till we meet again.

forever your wife gina

Gina Currid

September 18, 2006

my husband it has been 1 year and 6 months since i lost you, you will always be my one and only, my heart bleeds everyday for your touch, i think of you everyday and miss your smiling face. i ride with pride to keep your memory strong, you are a inspiration to all the new you, i will be with you again someday,

till death do us part i remember saying on may 8 so many years ago, i love you always and you are always a part of me.

your wife gina

gina

May 5, 2006

Gina and Brian: I was one of several who gave a eulogy at Brian's funeral. I felt the truth in these words then, and will forever. I wanted you to have a copy of that eulogy forever (see below).

I Love you both. Doc, KNAF.



Brian and I were probates together. To those who didn't know him, he might have appeared to stand a little over 5 feet tall, but to those that knew him, he stood every bit of 10 feet tall.



Brian never went by a biker name, but after the way he bounced back from his first accident almost a year ago, I started calling him "the man of steel." Brian was a free spirit in every sense of the word, and lived life on his terms.



Brian had another side too. And that side was a heart of gold. I loved Brian, and so did everyone who knew him. Brian was the kind of guy that when he walked into the room, you knew it. He carried a certain presence. Seemingly, the lights would become brighter, the mood of the room elevated, and everyone around him was somehow made better. He was truly one of a kind.



I once heard that when someone passes from this life, it is like a ship leaving the dock for the last time, with all of us standing on the shore watching it slowly disappear into the distance. And as we say goodbye and wave to our old friend for the last time, we are deeply saddened for we know in our hearts that we will never see our old friend again. But, there is something else happening. And that is that there is another dock on a far away shore, with another gathering of old friends who also have tears in their eyes. But theirs are tears of joy. And as we mourn the departure of our old friend, the gathering on that far away shore is awaiting his arrival. With tears in their eyes they are rejoicing in celebration shouting "He's home, he's home! Our old friend is finally home!" And let me tell you, that is going to be one hell of a celebration.



And Brian, my friend, I know you are listening and I know you are looking down on us today. And I know that he would want us to rejoice also, because of the way he lived. Brian had that unique human quality that is so rare. He was able to be an inspiration to those around him. Not due to the size of his stature, but due to the quality of his character.



I found the truth of Brian's life in the words of an anonymous author who said; "And in the end what matters most, is not how LONG you lived your life, it is HOW you lived your life."

Doc

May 3, 2006

Brian - Still keeping you in my heart, part of who I am. I'm in Cooper City now, waiting for you to climb over that fence between our houses after one or two too many beers.

Banker KNAF

April 26, 2006

DEAR GINA I WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU FOR GIVEING ME MONSTER & ROSCO THE HONER OF WEARING BRIAN MEMORY PATCH .



ZAMBUCA K.N.A.F

ORLANDO ARGUELLES

March 6, 2006

hi this is brandi,(brians niece) i just wanted to say hi to the keltics, some of you may remember me, well i just wanted to say thank you for all you did for my uncle and me and the rest of his family really appriciate it!and gina i know were not really that close but i really do love you, and i wish we could hang out and get a lot closer than we are now.

i love you guys!



^*^*^OoO I LOVE YOU BRIAN OoO^*^*^*

-love

BRANDI

brandi fortner

January 30, 2006

It has been too long since I've seen my Brother, my Friend , sorry Gina, and my Probate. His determination and will couldn't be touched. His love for everything around him was entirely too contagious. I miss ya Bro. We will ride together again. KNAF

Metal

January 5, 2006

Today was my first contact with the Keltics. They were a warm and fun group and I plan to join them on a ride soon. Brian must have been a good friend to be remembered so well. Sorry I never got the chance to meet him

"librarian"

December 4, 2005

Our hearts have been with you for a year. We promise to have you in our hearts for ever. We promise to watch over Gina and to love her as much as we love you. Promise us that you will watch over us from Heaven above, and guide us through the trials of living for the rest our lives, until be meet again.

Your life long friends,

Nell & Eddie O'Connell

December 1, 2005

MY LOVE IT HAS BEEN 1 YEAR TODAY SINCE YOU WERE TAKEN FROM ME. MY PAIN IN MY HEART DOES NOT SEEM TO GO AWAY, I THINK OF YOU ALL DAY AND NIGHT AND WILL NEVER FORGET OUR LOVE, I MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU WITH ALL MY HEART, YOU ARE ALWAYS AND FOREVER WITH ME.

YOUR LOVING WIFE

GINA

GINA CURRID

November 28, 2005

Gina, We love you very much. Today is Valentine's Day and we know that's a precious day for you. Brian was your world, life, and love. Enjoy the orchid's we got for you. Brian's and your's favorite flower. We'll see you tomorrow, and tomorrow and tomorrow...love you.

Nell & Eddie O'Connell

February 14, 2005

Brian you are my life, it's been almost 2 months since you were taken from my life, and i cant and will never stop missing you, i see you in my sleep and throughout my day, i see you at the clubhouse and every where i go, I MISS YOU SO!!!.

Your wife forever Gina

Gina Currid

January 14, 2005

today my love is 30 days since i lost you, i miss you !! i love you!! you are in my heart and on my mind forever.

your wife forever. Gina

Gina Currid

December 28, 2004

Gina, today is your's and Brain's Birthday. It's a very cherish day for you. This day will be your's and Brain's forever. Keep your memories of him close to your heart, he loved you so much. You and Brian are our family and we love you dearly.

Nell and Eddie O'CONNELL

December 15, 2004

--Gina, I have seen you and Brian at your best and at your worst, and there is no doubt in my mind that the love you shared was stronger than most people have in a lifetime! You two fit like hand in glove! You were absolutely perfect for one another. I am so unbelievably sorry for your loss and we all miss him tremendously! May God continue to watch over you and protect you through this very difficult time. We love you with all our hearts and are here for you always! I love you!

Your niece, Edith

--Uncle Brian, You watched us all grow up and then watched our children grow up. I know it was only 13 years but it felt like you had always been there. You were there, through all the happy, sad, and CRAZY times! You were definitely a trip to be around, and I'm sure we were all just as amusing to you. We miss you unbelievably! I'm very grateful for the opportunity to have known you and to have you as my uncle! We will ALWAYS love you!

Your Niece and Family,

Edith, Luis, Eric, and Jisella!

God Bless!

Edith Rodriguez

December 13, 2004

Gina, Meeting you first and then Brian, I knew instantly why you complemented each other. I'm sorry that I couldn't be there on Saturday but you both were in my thoughts. I'm so happy that I had the opportunity to meet Brian and even happier that I know you!

Holly

Holly Norstrand

December 7, 2004

A friend, a good guy and I will miss

him

DWIGHT DOUGLAS

December 7, 2004

Brian we will miss you. It hard to say goodbye to a true friend, must rather say see you later. Gina our hearts are with you through your time of grief. Call on us for support whenever your need. Brain and you have many friends, call on them too. Remember only the good times. Keep his spirit within, for he’ll be with you forever. The angels will watch over him now, and he’ll be sending messages to you. You will recognize them when they arrive. God be with him.



Our Love To You Always,

Nell & Eddie O'Connell

December 3, 2004

Brian will be missed by all those of us who met him during his visits to our business and sincerely express our condolences to Gina and his family.

All the Valor Employees ******

December 3, 2004

Brian will be missed by many who loved him dearly as a husband, a son or brother..even though he may not have been by birth, a friend, a bright spot in anyone's day and above all as one of the nicest and caring people in this universe...but we all have to realize we now have another Guardian Angel watching over us. Brian was very special!

Donna Newton

December 3, 2004

You will be missed as a brother in the wind. The two most important freedoms to man are his physical freedom and his spiritual freedom. God Bless you Bro...You have both..

Mike B. (CMA)

December 3, 2004

Brian was like the sunshine, he was a good man with a good heart, I am his mother-in-law, and he always called me crazy lady, we played and laughed together that is the brian i know. and I love Him forever.

MA

Maria Fonte

December 2, 2004

My deepest sympthy. Brian will be in our thoughts forever.Gods word says, Blessed are those who mourn,for they will be comforted.

God Bless

JOEY, C M A

December 2, 2004

So sorry for your loss. Brian will be missed by all who knew him and loved him. He is home, hope that will give you some consolation.

Ray & Helen Saunders

December 1, 2004

We will always remember Brian, and a smile will come to our faces,and a chuckle will be heard. We had a lot of good times and we will miss him so darn much. Gina we love you and anything you need just call. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Laurie & Brian Hirst

December 1, 2004

My Brother Brian KNAF - in my heart forever.

Gina - I will do anything within my power for you.

Bankin' Mon

Banker KNAF

December 1, 2004

To my brother Brian,



You will always be missed, and you will ride forever in the wind on the colors of our vests. You rode with pure determination, courage and glory. So, lead the pack in the foreverchapter and never have to say I'm sorry. Someday my Keltics brother I will be there with you my friend, but until that day we meet, you're in my heart till the very end.



I will never forget!

Trigger

KNAF

Trigger, Keltics MC, FLA

December 1, 2004

my husband, i miss your face your arms around me your kisses and all the love you showed me, 13 years was not long enough, you are always in my heart and on my mind.

I LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!!!

Gina Currid

December 1, 2004

May God keep you safe in his care.

Yanexy Coteron

December 1, 2004

All our Love to you. Our prayers are with you. You and Brian will be in our hearts.We Love you.

Lynn Sanchez

December 1, 2004

my loving husband you will always be beside me in my heart forever, you will never be replaced or forgotten, ride forever till i see you again, love you always your wife Gina

Gina Currid

December 1, 2004

always you will be missed my brother ride free in the forever chapter till we meet again

beacon keltics mc

December 1, 2004

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