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1940
DIED
2012
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Brian Goulet Obituary
He was born August 5, 1940 in Vermont to Albert Joseph Goulet and Beatrice Nugent Goulet and was raised in Island Pond, VT. Brian graduated from Brighton High School in Island Pond, served in the US Army and, shortly after being discharged from the military, he met the love of his life, Judith Flow. Brian married Judith on July 7th in 1962; they recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in Vermont with family.
Brian and his wife moved from Vermont to Alexandria, Virginia where he started his career in automobile sales and quickly became the general sales manager for Koons Ford. Later he joined his father-in-law in the heating and air conditioning business. Brian became the president of M.E. Flow and expanded the business from Alexandria to Leesburg and Winchester, Virginia. Son, Scott, and daughter, Michelle, joined Brian to create a very successful business. A friend once said that Brian "walked the walk" without anyone dictating to him what he "must do." He simply "did it" by living his life and running his business in such an admiral way.
Brian was a beloved member of the communities of Leesburg, Virginia and Island Pond, Vermont. Brian was active with the Leesburg Lions Club, the Salvation Army, Catholic Charities, Interfaith Relief, and other charities in Virginia and Vermont. He was generous and always gave back to his community. Brian never forgot his Vermont heritage. He always wanted to be home around his family, friends, horses, dogs, and farm. He was especially proud of his grandkids and attended many of the games and events in which they participated. Brian was generous, cheerful, and funny with a charismatic personality.
Brian is survived by his wife, Judith D. Goulet, son Scott B. Goulet and his wife Teri Goulet, grandchildren Michael, Ben and Krista Goulet of Hamilton, Virginia, daughter Michelle Goulet-Swart and husband Frankie Swart, granddaughter Amanda Swart of Hamilton, sisters Bonnie Goulet Maurycy of Niskayuna, NY, Claire Goulet Barnes of Island Pond, brothers Craig and Albert Goulet of Island Pond, and Aunt Roberta Harvey of Manchester, NH.
Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, August 4, 2012, at St. John's Catholic Church in Leesburg, Virginia. Interment will follow in Union Cemetery, Leesburg, Virginia. Eulogy and reception to follow for friends and family.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be sent to St. Paul's Catholic School in Barton, Vermont, Catholic Charities of Leesburg, American Legion Brighton Post 80 in Island Pond, Vermont.
Memories and Condolences
for Brian Goulet
Russell Yergin
August 12, 2025
I think of Brian often. A good man and then some. I remember his last words to me, "see you tomorrow". looking forward to see him on one tomorrow day.
Russell Yergin
July 25, 2022
Miss this fine gentleman. We're better for having known him.
Dorothy Reid
July 22, 2022
Remembering Mr. Goulet fondly
Gary Dorman
August 8, 2012
I first met Brian over twenty years ago when I was working for Washington Gas Co. Brian had known my Brothers Father in law from the Car business, and we hit it off immediately. When I serviced equipment for Wash. Gas I was required to give 3 referrences for repairs and I would give M.E. Flow of Leesburg, M.E. Flow of Alexandria and some other company that was out of business!! I was downsized from Wash. Gas and was down on my luck, going through a bad divorce, my Father passed away and looking for a job. I dropped off my resume' and not 10 minutes later Brian called me and told me to come by. He hired me on the spot with a very generous offer, a Company vehicle and a gas card. I have been with M.E. Flow for 9 years, off and on, and can truly say I have never had a better job. Brian has helped me and so many individuals that there is not enough time or space to state them all. The Goulet family has treated me like Family and Brian was like a second Father to me. I have never met a more generous, Caring, Compassionate and just plain nice man as Brian Goulet. My deepest sympathy and prayers to all who have had the pleasure of being aquainted with Brian and especially to The Goulet Family. I will never forget all the things you have done for me.
Eric Rickard
August 6, 2012
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Lyman Eddy
August 3, 2012
When I first met Brian over fifteen years ago I was amazed at his kindness and generosity. A hot water heater had failed in one of our homeless ministry family shelters on Woods Road and using the yellow pages I had called his business first looking for the quickest service and best price. He took the call and the appliance was installed that afternoon. When I asked him "how much?" on the phone he said "don't worry about it" and refused to accept payment. He has been there to help us numerous times from that day to this. Our water system at the Freedom Center has a much needed new well added to it, a water line between the meter and the building has been replaced at the church on Harrison Street, one of our retreat lodges has been rewired when we couldn't afford it but couldn't afford to operate without it. He always had a smile and a wise crack for me every time I stopped by his office. Having been to Island Pond, Vermont many times in the last few years, I would stop every once and a while and see his sister and brothers at the car dealership, the report was always the same, his kindness and generosity amazed us all. Loudoun County has lost a great man, but heaven has been blessed. I've not experienced such grief since my Dad went on. We share your loss but envy his gain. God bless you family and friends of Brian Goulet.
Linda Riley
August 3, 2012
It was such a pleasure to work with Brian when I worked for Washington Gas.
Judy Brittle
August 2, 2012
Brian was my "Guardian Angel" as well as the best supporter he could be of The Salvation Army. He always came to check on me to see if everything was ok and if they were he would try his best to "get my goat". He always made me laugh and meant the world to me. He will always be my "Guardian Angel" and will always be in my thoughts and in my heart! You were so blessed to have him be the head of your family and I know he is watching over everyone each and every moment. Blessings!
Dorothy Reid
August 1, 2012
Such sad news about the tragic passing of Mr. Goulet. My deepest sympathy to all the family.
Jack Schweitzer
July 31, 2012
Brian was special in many ways. He was great to know. May God Bless the family in this time of sorrow.
St. Paul's School Board
July 30, 2012
Goulet Family:
Our condolences are with you at this time in the unexpected loss of Brian. Over the years he has been an outstanding support to St. Paul's School. We will keep him in our prayers.
Mark Farris
July 29, 2012
Judy,Scott and Michelle-I was sadden when I found out that Brian had passed. I started thinking about all the times that I worked with him on farm with cars and at flow, I could always get a laugh out of him. my deepest sympathy to all of you.
Jane Rushford Page
July 29, 2012
My deepest sympathy to all the family. We met years ago, and I heard of your loss through my VT cousins. Brian certainly did "give back" and I am proud to have known your family.
Debbie Warren
July 28, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I am truly sorry for your loss. Brian will be truly missed by alot of people.
Tom and Jenn Hanlon
July 27, 2012
Brian Goulet was very generous to the Island Pond community through his many gifts, especially to the schoolchildren at Christmas time. He will be missed. Our condolences to the entire Guolet family both in Vermont and Virginia at this sad time.
July 27, 2012
Island Pond has lost a very generous and well respected benefactor. He will be sorely missed by all. My deepest sympathy to the entire Goulet Clan.
G. Richard Clarke, U. S. Embassy, Pristina, Kosovo
Karen Glidden
July 26, 2012
Judy, Scott and Michelle - Brian was highly regarded and respected by all of us. As stated in all the post prior to us he was truely a wonderful man. We can all make this world a better place if we lived our lives as he did. Our hearts go out to you and your families. Please know we are always here for you and we are praying for all of you in this saddened time. With heart felt sorrow, Dave, Karen, Brittany and Meghan
cynthia richards
July 26, 2012
Brian was an amazing man. He was funny and kind and giving. My husband sold him cars for years and I lettered his vans. He was always giving me advice about how to grow my business and always giving my husband a hard time. I feel blessed to have had the chance to know him. My thoughts and Prayers are with his family and employees .
Bill Wilson
July 26, 2012
we are shocked,sadden and share in your grief. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We wish that we could be with you at this time but circumstances will not peremit. Love,
Bill,Edna and Nita.
Tiffany Maurycy
July 26, 2012
An overwhelming sense of sadness has touched so many of us with Brian's passing. Brian cared about people. His charismatic personality allowed him to befriend many whom he came in contact with. Brian's ability to establish a connection with each and every one of us was special. His loyalty and commitment to these relationships was concrete. Though his voice has quieted, his spirit echoes still. God bless.
Karen
July 26, 2012
I have had the pleasure of hearing about this wonderful man this past week from his niece Tiffany. I learned that Uncle Brian was a most wonderful, virtuous, loving man, friend, husband and father. My deepest sympathy to all of the family and friends of Brian.
Fireline Corporation
July 26, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Brian. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Theresa Luttrell
July 26, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Stephen Maroney Sr.
July 26, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Richard Maroney
July 25, 2012
To the Goulet Family,
Our family is very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Leah Basil-Johnson
July 25, 2012
You have my condolences.
As I read the Obituary, it's quite obvious that he wanted his employees to project the same type of qualities he possessed. He succeeded because I love the service that M.E Flow provides. It feels like home whenever I call. They are always polite, helpful and treat you as though your call is important. Praying the company will remain the same.
Joe and Mike Laura and
July 25, 2012
We are very sorry to hear of Brian's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, employees, customers who will all miss Brian in their own way. He was a great family man.
Beth & Bill
July 25, 2012
I will never have the good fortune to be associated with someone like Brian again in my lifetime. He was the most generous man I have ever known. We will miss him terribly. Judy, Scott, and Michelle - know that you are in ourt thoughts and prayers.
Steve Blanken
July 25, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss. Brian was a great man and will not be forgotten.
Chuck and Cathy Cox
July 24, 2012
This candle is for you Brian. Rest in Peace.
Mike and Julie Milbourne
July 24, 2012
To the GOULET FAMILY,
We are deeply sadden to here of Brian's passing , please know our thought's and prayer's are with you !!!!!
July 24, 2012
Scott, Michele and family.
Brian will be greatly missed by us all. I have always admired his business sense and his view of family.
Mike Dopson
And employees of J and H Aitcheson
Buck Collins
July 24, 2012
Judy, Scott and Michelle,
I am terribly saddened by the sudden death of such a fine man, husband and father. Brian meant the world to me, and with his savvy and accumen was a mentor to all. In so many aspects of life he was more like a step father to me, than a friend. His advice was sound and came from the heart, a rarity these days. Brian was a giver and gave so much to the community and those in need. There are so many stories I could tell! Judy, Scott and Michelle, please remain strong and know that all of you are in our families thoughts and prayers during this trying time. Brian will be sorely missed (especially our great lunches) but never forgotten. The Lord has all of our days marked, but today, he called home one of his finest men!
Cathy and Chuck Cox
July 24, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with Brian's loving family through this sad time.
Brian was more to us then Chuck's boss. He was a part of our family. He was one of the most caring men we had ever known.
Brian would stop by Fireline, just a couple doors down to see Tom and I. He would come in and ask "where's the boss" and Tom would point to me. Brian would say "I thought so" and sit down laughing. Those two would start fussing over nothing and I would tell them to kiss and make up. By the time Brian would get ready to leave, they were best buddies. The three of us had alot of good laughs together.
I will miss him not pulling up in front my office window blowing his horn and waving. He was everyone's guardian angel.
Brian just so you know dear, you haven't gotten away from me giving you a hard time. I will find you in heaven one day and make up for lost time.
Chuck, Josh and myself will love and miss you always. You will forever be in our hearts.
John Van Sickle
July 24, 2012
Judy-Scott-Michelle
I am so very-very sorry for your loss.
Brian was a wonderful person-and a great friend.
John Van Sickle
Brownie Spence
July 24, 2012
Scott
Sorry for your loss! I will miss a good friend.
Carla Jones
July 24, 2012
Thank you for being the most caring person that you were. Brian reminded me so much of my own father, whom i lost 7 years ago. I enjoyed so much being a part of the M E Flow family. God bless the Goulet family! Please know my prayers and thoughts are with you ALL.
Jim & Althea Moran
July 24, 2012
My family is very sad to hear this news. Brian was a strong man who helped me along the way to become the man I am today. He was always there to help you when you needed it and not afraid to give you a swift kick when you needed a reality check.
Our best wishes go out to all his family godspeed and know we are all praying for you.
Russell and Victoria Yergin
July 24, 2012
Honor, integrity, laughter, so many adjectives could be used to describe Brian. G-d blessed us with Brian's presence in our lives in this world. I'll remember him as I saw him last week, with a laugh, smile and a wave
We're going to miss him.
Dan & Jennifer Fahnestock
July 24, 2012
Brian Goulet was one of the best men,our family has ever known. He will be miss terribly. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Judy, Michelle, Scott and the rest of the family
melinda robinson
July 24, 2012
Brian was a man of integrity and honor, setting the example and leading the way for family, friends and employees. He had a way of challanging everyone and making them want to rise to the occasion. The sign of a good man is the material progress he has made, but the sign of a great man are the lives he has changed forever that he leaves behind. Anyone who knew Brian knows a great man has touched their life. Rest in peace our friend.
July 24, 2012
Prayers and comfort to the Goulet family. Brian was selfless in his continuing acts of kindness in the community, personally and professionally. It was truly an honor to have known such a wonderful soul. God Bless you Brian.
Tami & Justin Bailey
July 24, 2012
Judy, Scott, Michelle and Family,
Words can not express how I felt about Brian. He was not only my boss for 10 years he was like a father I never had. I am so sorry for your lost he will be truly missed. I will keep you in my prayers. With our Deepest Sympathy
Tony & Stephanie Nerantzis
July 24, 2012
God Bless Brian Goulet. He was a wonderful man, great friend & client. His humor was contagious, insight was invaluable and he will be greatly missed. His generosity was incredible to the many Charities, Scouting, and his employees who appreciated his father like presence.
Words cannot express our loss in the community and for his family and friends. Our heartfelt sorrow goes out to Judy, Michelle, Scott and to the grandchildren who will miss a great man. You are all in our prayers.
Debbie Tavenner
July 24, 2012
Scott, Michele and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers during this time, may you all find peace as time goes and treasure all your memories.
Tim Griffin
July 24, 2012
Brian was a remarkable, caring person. He was fun to work with and I will truly miss him. I will keep Brian and his family in my prayers.
Edddie & Joyce Fuller
July 24, 2012
At times like this its sometimes hard
to find the words to say.
Know our thoughts and prayers are with Judith, Michele & Scott at this time.
With Our Deepest Sympathy
July 24, 2012
Brian was a good boss and friend.He and his family will be our prayers.
With heart felt sorrow,
Dan and Stephanie Boylan,
Harpers Ferry,W.V.
Diane (Bolton) Ecton
July 23, 2012
I'm so sorry for your loss. Brian was always so good to me when I worked for ME Flow. Your family is in my prayers.
Sherry Paich
July 23, 2012
Brian was a good man, friend, boss, husband and father and grandfather. I will miss him dearly. He was always nice to me. I think of him often. He will be greatly missed. My prayers are with his family. God bless
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