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Jim and Tracy Graham
August 29, 2002
To the Honan Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.Brian was a great friend who was always willing to help out no matter how busy he was.We are very thankful to have had the pleasure of knowing him.Brian will be in our hearts forever.
With deepest sympathy,
Jim and Tracy Graham
Mary Ellen Kelly
August 7, 2002
To the Family of Brian Honan, I want to express my deepest sympathies. Mr. Honan was a great man, a great teacher, and a great friend.
Todd McAvoy
August 6, 2002
Brian, Styx, Chuckles, but mostly friend, you will be missed, We didnt talk politics much or even basketball, but we did about music, and liking the same bands. But when I needed a favor, even when it was out of your district, it was done within the hour, no question, not a second thought, I'll especially miss that birthday beer, yours just being two days before mine. Rest peacefully my friend My deepest sympathies again to you Mr and Mrs Honan, Kevin and Colleen, and the rest of Brians wonderful family
Abram Herrera-Peters
August 4, 2002
Dear Honan Family’
As a member of the Massachusetts Air National Guard serving in Enduring Freedom Southwest Asia, I send my deepest sympathy and regrets for the loss to your family. I am a resident of Brighton and have visited Brian on occasion during various community events. His dedication and commitment to the people of Allston/Brighton and to the state of Massachusetts will be greatly missed.
MSgt Abram Herrera-Peters
321 Expeditionary Support Squadron/Operation Enduring Freedom
Mairead Griffin
August 3, 2002
To the Honan Family and friends,
My deepest symathy goes out to you at this time. Brian was a great neighbor, politician, and friend of all the Allston/Brighton community. His great efforts to improve the Boston community will never be forgotten. He would have surely been a great D.A. He has been a great example of what a caring citizen can be. May God Be With Him and the Honan Family at this time, and always.
Mairead Griffin
Paula & Mark Cooper
August 3, 2002
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Honan family at this difficult time. We hope you find comfort in the memories. God bless.
George Rotondo RN
August 3, 2002
To the Honan's:
Neither the magnitude of your loss nor the breath of your grief will ever be known. Yet the elegance of your son will always evoke a picture of courage and civility in the lives he touched. I hope life's journey takes you forward that the beauty of your sons life will be remembered when the sunrises, the moon shines and the sounds of children crest your ear as you wake. Life is not missed when one is gone, but only when one is not remembered. I trust your son in all his splendor will always be remembered.
With greates sympathy
The Rotondo Family
Bob Johnson
August 2, 2002
To the Honan Family,
Please except our deepest sympathy, our prayers are with you and your family
Bob Johnson and family
Frank Griffin
August 2, 2002
MAY THE PEACE OF JESUS BE WITH BRIAN AND ALL SOULS WHO REST IN THE HOUSE OF THE LORD.
Melynda Broomfield
August 2, 2002
I worked on Brian's first campaign for City Council in the fall of 1995. I have very fond memories of countless afternoons spent with Brian and John Hoffman door-knocking all over Allston and Brighton, attending various political events and eating many Suzi-Q's. :)
Although I have only seen Brian a few times since I moved away from Boston, he always did---and does---hold a special place in my heart.
My deepest sympathies to the entire Honan family.
mgb
Christina Morris (Wisler)
August 2, 2002
Kevin and Family,
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Michele Napier Whitmore
August 2, 2002
Dear Honan Family & Close Friends of Brian:
I was so saddened to hear about Brian. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I met Brian on the basketball court at the West End House where I played in the "Kevin Honan Women's League" for many years before moving to Maine. He was such a great guy - always with a smile & a kind word! May your memories of him give you peace & the fact that he was loved by so many bring you comfort.
Jill Reilly
August 2, 2002
To the Honans (and their extended family):
I last saw Brian last spring when I was up at W. Roxbury High collecting signatures for AG. Brian was standing in the middle of the hallway & said, "I'll sign yours, if you sign mine", he chuckled & he signed. He was such a good natured, funny guy & always cracked a joke when I saw him.
We are so sorry for your loss, we will miss him as a person & for the great DA we know he would have made.
With deepest sympathy,
Jill Reilly
Don, Megan & Sally Gillis
Kathleen Okolita
August 2, 2002
To the entire Honan family and to all of Brian's Colleagues and friends:
Michael and I were shocked and saddened to hear of Brian's passing when we woke up on Wednesday morning. I had justed sent off an email to Brian on Monday wishing him a speedy recovery. Although we are neighbors of his parents, I only had the pleasure of meeting Brian once, at my daughter's "Step-Up" day at the North Zone Early Learning Center. I also had the chance to speak with him on the phone regarding other public school choices and he was attentive and supportive.
His future was bright and he will sorely missed by the Allston/Brighton community.
Fondly,
Kathleen, Michael & Georgia Okolita
Nowicki Family
August 2, 2002
Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Honan, Kevin and Clare,
Our deepest condolences to the whole family. We had the honor and privilege of knowing Brian through his campaign for DA. We will always remember Brian for his kindness, honesty, hardwork and dedication to the people. Words are not enough to express how we feel, but even in his time of passing, he still continues to put a smile on our face just by remembering Brian and his smile.
Always,
The Nowicki Family
Your Friends at Mount Saint Joseph Academy
August 2, 2002
Brian -
You will be missed a great deal.
Thank you....
David Babcock
August 2, 2002
I can't express the shock I felt when I heard of Brian's death. As an old friend of all of the Honan's, growing up with him and Kevin, and Claire, it is a great loss, not only to the City of Boston, but to all the people who knew and respected Brian. Days at the West End House, the courts and little league at Ringer's playground, they all come back to a happy memory today. Thank you Brian for all that you did.
Steve Kenion
August 2, 2002
As one who speaks with large numbers of the local public every day, I know that Brian has been revered in this community which is now shocked and saddened to lose him.
As a 47 year old who has met Brian at numerous local business and fund raising events, let me say I found Brian to exude the gentlemanly class that we hope our children will aspire to.
And finally, having lost my own dear brother some 27 years ago, I wish to express to the Honan family my deep condolences. Be assured that time heals and memories tend to hold the best of everything in the clearest light.
Brian, rest in peace - you sir, have made a huge and wonderful difference in countless numbers of lives.
sk
Sharon Legner
August 2, 2002
We recently met Brian outside of the polls here in Winthrop and can only say he was a Great person. He has been sent onto a higher calling.
Our prayers are with his family.
The Legner Family
Winthrop, MA
Maryellen Corkhum Clement
August 1, 2002
I just recently met Brian while he was campaigning for D.A and found him to be a kind man with a great sense of humor. I especially liked the fact that he wasn't into politics for notariety but because he really did want to make a difference. I joked with him one night as I introduced him to my cousin from CT. I told him he didn't have to bother with him because he wasn't from Suffolk County. Brian laughed but made it a point throughout the night to talk with my cousin and was still interested in what he had to say. He was a sincere and down to earth type of person and I am sad to see him go. Although his life on earth was short, he touched many lives while he was here. May you all find comfort in knowing that He nows lies in the arms of our Savior. God bless you!
Barbara & Harry Connolly
August 1, 2002
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time.
Princess Johnson
August 1, 2002
Dear Kevin and the Honan Family,
All of the residents at the Commonwealth Development in Brighton, MA will miss Brian dearly. He has been our champion for many years. My son played in the Allston Brighton basketball leagues sponsored by the Honan family. Thank you for Brian, we have been blessed. The work that Brian did will never be forgotten. Brian was the example many of us could look to. Brian and the Honan family have provided a lot of opportunities for our kids. We have been fortunate to know him. We will miss him.
Jimmy Nation
August 1, 2002
Brian,
Thanks for being around when no else cared. You'll be missed but never forgotten.
Jimmy
Terry Crane
August 1, 2002
Please except my deepest sympathy, my prayers are with your family and the many many friends of Brian.
Brian, you will be dearly missed.
Orla Kane
August 1, 2002
To the Honan Family:
My heart goes out to you and your family during this tragic time. I had the honor of making Brian's acquaintance throughout his campaign for Suffolk DA. He was always kind, generous and had a true passion and love for helping the people of Allston-Brighton. You're "our guy" Brian and you will be missed deeply and your family are in my prayers.
ATTORNEY JOSEPH H. HOGAN
August 1, 2002
TO THE HONAN FAMILY:
BRIAN MADE US ALL PROUD TO BE MEMBERS OF THIS COMMUNITY. HIS LIKE WILL NOT SOON BE SEEN AGAIN.
JOE HOGAN
Brian Lomax
August 1, 2002
My condolences to the Honan family. I had the good fortune of being one of Brian's roommates while he lived in Waltham and I have many fond memories of that time. He was a special person and he will be sorely missed by many people.
Cathy DelVento
August 1, 2002
Please accept my sincerest sympathies on the passing of Brian. I had the honor to get to know him over the last months as he ran for D.A.campaigning in Winthrop. He just recently attended a Block Party on my street in Winthrop, as my guest he was charming and well received by my neighbors. He was a true public servant who made a difference. I am so thankful to have had the pleasure to have known him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
John Sullivan
August 1, 2002
Brian was a person who viewed and lived life as it is supposed to be lived; with integrity, a great deal of energy, and a chuckle. He could tell a story like no one else. Although I now live in Texas, Brian was always there for me (and anyone else). He is the best kind of friend, complete and permanent. Although he has left us prematurely, he will be with us forever. Our hearts ache for your family and friends but our chuckles will contiue forever thanks to your presence. I will miss you, Johnny Holiday.
Sandy Tomsky
August 1, 2002
Dear Kevin and the Honan Family,
Please accept my sincere sympathy at the untimely passing of Brian. He has been a friend as well as a colleague for many years to me and my family.
My heart is heavy with grief and I know you and the people of the community share the same grief.
My prayers are with all of you.
Sincerely,
Sandy Tomsky
Don Saklad [email protected]
August 1, 2002
Condolences to kith and kin of Brian Honan. It can be a difficult
balance doing good muncipal public service for our Boston
communities. City Councilor Honan did very well. The civic
programs he encouraged continue on.
With appreciation and sympathy,
oo__ don Warner saklad
[email protected]
Charlie Doyle
August 1, 2002
I am Brian's uncle. I just read the notes added here as of noon Thu 1 Aug, have printed them out to share immediately with his parents & siblings. I just wanted to thank those who already have written and to encourage others to write. I will print them from time to time, share them with my family. I'm sure your efforts will provide additional solace in this awful time of losing one so young and full of promise.
Charlie Doyle
Ronda Winer
August 1, 2002
I am so saddened and shocked at this great loss.
Peter & Maureen Smith
August 1, 2002
Patty, Mary & Family,
We were shocked by the sudden passing of Brian, such a good man with so much potential. It seems such a short time ago when we attended Brian's initial campaign kick off rally. Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you in this hour of sorrow.
Mike & Rick Dover Cummunity TV
August 1, 2002
We are so sorry to here about Brian he was a very well liked here at the TV station where he was a guest many a night on talking Points . He will be sorely missed and our hearts go out to his family.
Kathleen Tuke ( Sullivan)
August 1, 2002
I am from Brighton and I went to St. Columbkilles with Brian. I always remember Mr. Honan (Brians father) at church. Brian was very bright with a great sense of humor.He commanded a great skill in basketball . The opposing players would be confused by his strategy. Brian had a knack for knowing which musical artists were going to still be around and who would be the one hit wonders. He also had an uncanny ability to remember music lyrics and peoples names. He rode his bike between the Boys Club and Rogers Park smiling and saying hello to everyone in between. Brian would always be willing to lend a hand with anything . In the years that followed, He and his brother Kevin were always good friends to our family. To the Honan Family I send my most sincere sympathy along with all the Sullivans (Karen,Cookie,Buddy,Brian,Kevin,John,Julie,Jimmy,Stephen and my mother Anne Sullivan)
Jim MacDonald
August 1, 2002
Brian was a great guy. Having coached him at St. Columbkille in basketball for four years, I saw him grow into a person of great character.
I saw Brian a number times over the last year as he worked the campaign trail. He was a hard working, dedicated public official who will not only be missed by the people he served, but by all those who knew him over the years.
God bless.
Susan Schur
August 1, 2002
My heart goes out to you in this time of incomprehensible loss.
From a former colleague of Kevin's,
Doris & Mike Walsh
August 1, 2002
It seems as though it were just yesterday that we were helping Brian with his first election to City Hall. We were so happy when he won and have enjoyed a wonderful relationship with him -- even though we were his consituents, he made us feel like friends too. We are so saddened by his death and will miss him. Our symphathy goes out to his family and friends.
Maureen O'Dea
August 1, 2002
Patty & Mary & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult and sad time.
With love,
Maureen O'Dea Goldsmith
Lisa Mila Scala
August 1, 2002
Brian, one of my very first friends in political life, how very much you will be missed. Though months have passed since we saw each other (tough campaigning schedules can do that) your face and the memories are so fresh in my mind. Whether it was Natalie's Pizza, listening to albums, drinking downtown, celebrating the holidays, helping you think about fundraising, campaigning, trying to find my car that had been towed in the neighborhood - the memories make it impossible to believe that you'll never walk through the door again. You are missed already and will be for a very long time. Thank you so very much for being my friend.
Cheryl Marquez Beaulieu
August 1, 2002
Brian,
It was a pleasure knowing you. I just left you two voice mails in the last couple of weeks, this will be the last time I hear your voice. You will be missed.
Chris Moreira
August 1, 2002
I met Brian about 15 years ago through a couple of college buddies he grew up with. He was just a regular Joe who did not fit the typical politician mold. You will be missed by many.
Gerri Naughton
August 1, 2002
I am a former resident of Brighton, MA and was deeply shocked and saddened to hear of Mr. Honan's untimely passing. I had the pleasure of meeting Brian and his brother Kevin during his campaign a few years ago. My heartfelt condolences go to his family, it is a tragic loss for all of you. God bless you all.
Daniel Krueger
August 1, 2002
Thank you for your dedicated service to the people of Boston.
God has called you home to continue to do great things for us - now from on high.
Peace and comfort to your family in this most difficult time.
Thank you for sharing your gifts with us.
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