Brent William Grulke

I can see it has been a while already... just came across this message today, because of the news of the situation in Austin, I wanted to reach out to the only person I know there... We hadnot really been in contact after meeting... So sorry to find Brent has passed.
I would gladly share my memories of him. Although I only met him briefly, and it was more like two ships passing in time, he left a mark.

His memory takes me back to a roundtrip of the States a friend of mine...

It was sad for my boys and I to hear of your passing. It was the highlight of our vacation to be with you and Kristen and Graham. What a great Father and Husband. You are missed.

Brent was likely the most gracious person I will ever know. We were friends during the 80's in Austin, in love with music, young and energetic. None of it was lost on us. Brent has had a huge impact on my life, though I haven't seen him in recent years. I will never forget him. Sincere condolences go out to his family and his family of friends.

Brent was a friend from the early days of The Chronicle. He was more into music and I was more into film but that never stopped us from having long and very funny discussions about just about everything. I would like his son to know especially that your father was universally loved and respected. He was, as we say up here in the great Northeast, a real mensch. Everyone who had the good luck of knowing him was devasted by the news and yet thankful that we had the chance to know and befriend him.

Sincere condolences to the Grulke family. Our prayers are with you. Simone Giblin Duffy

Rest in peace my friend.
You will be missed.

This won't sink in for a while for me. Brent will be missed by many for far longer than the 51 short years he spent on this planet, and his influence will last even longer. I know I miss him already, even though it's been a year or two since I've seen him. My best to his family.

Thanks for that SXSW wristband out of the trunk of your car in the parking lot of dog and duck. It was truly appreciated, as was your always warm welcome hug at any event. You were a genuine gentleman. Rest in Peace dear. Peace be with your family.