Brian McNeely

Our family has many fond memories of Brian as he dated my sister-in-law's sister for several years. He was always so much fun--my children loved him--he always was willing to throw a ball with them or wrestle. He was so full of life. My husband, John, passed away two years ago--I know they are having a great time catching up. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. He will be missed by his many friends and relatives.

To My friend Brian,

I was there on Monday as we set your ashes a drift into the sea that you shared with us on so many wonderful occasions. I wish I would have said this that night, but will say it hear. A quote from Leo Kottke and his song "Tiny Island" brings your life to my mind. " I wish I had a tiny Island floating in the sea, palm trees sway, don't get in the way, it is a tropical ease, endless waves at the end of our days and the sighing of the sea." I know you now have all that...

Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to Brian’s family. This is really a shock to Linda and I, and our neighborhood. Brain is the second soldier to leave us in the past couple of months, following Ken. Brian and I have been neighbors and friends for several years, stood ready to do each other favors, borrowed books and tools back and forth, and often discussed affairs of the complex, the city and the world. I know he fought adversity because of his serious back condition, operations and...

Michael and Leah,
It has been many years since our paths have crossed. I just heard about Brian from a friend that I used to surf with and was very troubled to hear the news. I just wanted you to both know that I was thinking of you and hope that we can catch up sometime.

Dearest Leah and Michael, I just heard about Brian and wanted to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you. I saw Brian at St. Marks the last time I was in Charleston last Spring. He always had a twinkle in his eye and we loved sharing tales of our childood.
Right about now, you should be at the wash-out, I am thinking of you and sending my loving support and prayers.
I know the pain in losing a brother, time helps and remembering the good times does too.
All my Love,...

What a special person God blessed us with in Brian. We will miss his wonderful sense of humor and his gift with the teens of our church.

I did not know Brian very well but always found him to be a friendly, kind person. The last time I saw him was at my cousin Lise's funeral. He always struck me as very sincere, genuine person. I know you will miss him.

Brian and I worked together at Marianne Restaurant. I bought a print of a mother whale and her pup he had lovingly created over several years of diligence. I have reframed it now three times and I always think of him when I look at it. I remember Brian loved surfing and was a spritely fellow.

To his family and close friends I express my condolances for your loss, and know that even 32 years removed I feel it too. He was a loving guy whom I'm sure will be keeping an eye on us. Cheers...

Our thought and prayers are with you. God Bless you.