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1976
DIED
2016
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Waterbury, Connecticut
Bryan Kaplan Obituary
Bryan David Kaplan
“Loving son and member of many organizations”
Mr. Bryan David Kaplan, also known as "Chopper", age 39, of 174 Pembroke Avenue, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday October 12, 2016 at his residence.
Bryan was born in Waterbury on November 12, 1976, son of Jacob “Jack” Kaplan and the late Deborah A. (Maglio) Kaplan. He graduated from North End Middle School and W. F. Kaynor Technical High School class of 1995. He earned two associate degrees from Naugatuck Valley Community College in Hospitality Management and Food and Beverage Management. He was employed at Arby’s Restaurant in Southington, and Market 32 in Oxford.
Bryan was very active in the Boy Scouts Organization and was an Eagle Scout. He was a member of the 2nd, Company Governors Foot Guard as a top Sergeant First Class of the Quarter Masters Unit and Supply. He was a member of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary held Security Status of B Q. He was a member of the Beacon Valley Grange of Naugatuck. Bryan loved to read and was very knowledgeable and self-taught from it. He was an avid Beatles enthusiast, a New York Yankee’s Fan, and an old movie buff to say the least.
Besides his father he leaves his father’s fiancée; Judith M. Ventura of Waterbury, his great uncle; Samuel B. Kaplan of Rotunda West, FL, several cousins and a host of close friends and comrades. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Arrangements: A Graveside Service celebrating Bryan’s life will be held Saturday October 22, 2016 at 11 a.m. at All Saints Cemetery 203 Spring Lake Road Waterbury. Everyone is asked to meet directly at the cemetery. There are no calling hours.
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for Bryan Kaplan
Michelle Faraci
May 3, 2021
Bryan was a kind hearted guy. I'm sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace and rock the heavens!
Martin Longo
October 12, 2019
I went to school with Brian North end and Kaynor tech ! He was a great person to be around as talk to! He was a Beatles fan so we talked a lot about music! Brian was a drummer so he enjoyed music very much! It was pretty shocking when I heard the news of his passing and still is . He will be in my thoughts!
Mike Labagh
December 30, 2016
Very sad to learn of the passing of Bryan. He was a good dude with a kind heart.
- The Labagh Family
Donna Castonguay
December 13, 2016
Dear Jake, We are so sorry to hear of Bryan's passing. Whenever we saw Bryan he would greet us with a welcoming smile. You are in our thoughts and prayers. R.I.P. Bryan. Donna and Al Castonguay
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October 26, 2016
I deeply saddened to hear about Bryan. He was such a beautiful spirit. I will never forget him. I often saw him at Arbys and around town. He was such a fun student while at Kaynor and I know he touched so many people.
Susan Stango
Cindy Bunde
October 21, 2016
I am so sad to hear of Bryan's passing. We met him at First Lutheran Church where he was a member for a while. I thought of him a few weeks back when I saw a macaroon cookie. Bryan made macaroon cookies for a coffee hour at church and they were the best tasting macaroons I have ever tasted. He said he used his Jewish grandmother's recipe and her special macaroon tool. I will always remember Bryan's ability to carry a conversation, he has done so many things. Although I haven't seen him in a couple years, he has always held a place in my heart! I will miss you Bryan. I will keep his Dad in my prayers...
Martin Longo
October 19, 2016
Bryan was a great person!! , easy to get along with and talk to my deepest sympathies to him and his family .
Christina DiLonardo
October 18, 2016
My day tripper friend...thanks for many awesome memories. Loved our rides rockin out to the Beatles... spice girls, and thanks for always listening to me vent...and having just the right things to say to cheer me up:) love you Bryan... Rock the heavens dude.. marmalade sky's and strawberry fields forever...xoxoxo
Robert Buck
October 18, 2016
Jack, Maggie and I are very sorry to hear of Bryan's passing. We heard over the weekend at a Grange event. He really liked the Grange and his new friends and was committed to the organization. We will miss him. Hope to see you sometime.
Roxanne Dance
October 17, 2016
Jack, I'm so sorry for the loss of Bryan. It was such a shock to hear. He was a sweetheart.
He will be truly missed.
Mary Jo Testa-Zezima
October 16, 2016
So sorry to hear about Bryan's passing. He was a great worker helping out at the Cercemaggiore Community Club for the festival. Never complained and just kept going! He wanted an Italian name so he was known as Nunzio during the feast. RIP OUR FRIEND
Pat and John Ortale
October 15, 2016
Jack we are so sorry for your loss we were glad to see you both when we did God works in magical ways Bryan's with Deb RIP Bryan
Darwin Robinson
October 15, 2016
Bryan---I will miss your smile at Arby's and the talks we had about the Gov. Foot Guard and re-enacting cival war battles. Lisa and I will miss you. Rest in Peace Bryan--You will be missed.
Dawn Breen
October 15, 2016
So sorry to learn of the loss of Bryan. Always enjoyed him coming to my house w/ Jay. They were always up to something! Lol. Rest in peace Bryan you will be missed.
Luis and June Rivera
October 14, 2016
Jack we are so very sorry for your loss you are in our prayers RIP Bryan
Melinda Doty
October 14, 2016
Bryan currently worked for me at Arbys. He was such a sweet guy and always had something funny to say. The staff at Arbys is going to miss him so much. We love you Bryan.
Matt Crepon
October 14, 2016
Very shocked by this news. I met Bryan a couple years ago when he was my co-worker. Always had a smile and enjoyed life to the fullest. R.I.P. B-man, you will be missed.
Heidi Almeida
October 14, 2016
I remember Bryan from Kaynor tech we were in the same class. He was always so kind and sweet, always had a kind word for everyone. He will be missed and when I think of him he still brings a smile and fond memories of our high school days.
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Wendy Derr
October 14, 2016
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3Va6aLbLHk
Our hearts are simply broken.
Mike Ricchezza
October 14, 2016
R.i.p. Bryan, you were great friend to know and to hang with,working on the Pinto the Jeep and just having fun. You always had me laughing and there was always a smile on your face. You were a good person kind hearted and always talked to everyone. Your in my heart buddy and are going too be missed.
Linda (Cook) Donofrio
October 14, 2016
Jack, I am so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in my prayers. Linda (Cook) Donofrio Wilby class of 72
Judy Boyd
October 14, 2016
Love you Bryan
Angel Rodriguez
October 13, 2016
You will always be remembered. You were a great friend. I will miss you. RIP Bryan
Chris Gadue
October 13, 2016
It was always a good time when Bryan was around. He always forced you to smile cause his was so contagious. You will be missed ..
October 13, 2016
I ran into Bryan a few times this past year and he was his usual happy self. He was the manager on our freshman kaynor basketball team and always a class act and cool guy. Rest In Peace little buddy! The good die young is true!
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