Brian G. Cerow

In 2012 before leaving my well-loved Penn Yan for Colorado, I made a guest appearance in that summer's PYTCO production of Pirates of Penzance. I was supposed to walk out to the center of the stage looking solemn and imperial. I did it but it was hard when I could so clearly see the ever smiling Brian at the piano, broad grin as usual on his happy face. Ah, Brian ...your whole being spelled J-O-Y. You are still sadly missed.

Brian was our2nd baseman for Mario's softball team Seneca Lake State Park for many years. He was a valuable member of a wonderful group of guys who loved to play with each other.

David and I knew Brian from working at Newark Florist back in the day, then would run into him in Penn Yan and various places over the years. He never changed. Always a smile and upbeat, with a funny take on life. As others have mentioned, he was one of the happiest and kindest people I have ever known. Rest in peace, Brian, and keep laughing.

My daughter Diana Dean and I send our condolences to Brian's family and friends from Colorado. We have many happy memories remembering Brian's musical talents at PYA Drama Club and PYTCO. Barbara Pinckney

I was fortunate to play softball with Brian for a number of years - he was always supportive and a team player - after that he would come into Area R&M to locate music recordings and publications - always a joy talking to him - always a real good person - M. George

Rip my friend Brain Family sorry for your loss he was a good person

Brian was one of the most up-beat people we ever knew. Bob and I are so saddened by his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bev, Abby and Ben. Bob and Char Gillespie

I umpired with Brian and you couldn´t ask for a better partner. I send my sincere condolences to his family on your lost.