Colonel Samuel T. Brick Jr. (Ret.)

I knew Sam at Loyola High School and will aways remember his and fellow Dons' glum visages in the lacrosse team photo after their loss in what would be a 0-5-1 return to league play. What a kick to include that photo in the yearbook! That was Sam: always fully involved and in it to win, dammit. And from his stirring obituary that, and doing what's right, seems to have been how this brick of a man fully lived his life. In recent years Sam connected with me online over our agreement about a...

Sam was a valued friend and mentor. He was a giant in his extraordinary service through his leadership roles in the Vietnam Veterans of America and during his military career. I will miss him greatly. Rest in Peace Sam.

A true patriot, Sam lived his love for our country. He pursued his many endeavors with persistence and enthusiasm. I was proud to have been associated with him via our involvement in the Reserve Organization of America. God bless our absent brother and his family.

As a military JAG lawyer I knew Sam well and admired him greatly. He was a man of quiet integrity, strong professionalism, and a dedicated solider who served his country well. He will be missed but all who knew Sam honor his memory and his love of his family.

Well done soldier, rest easy. We have the watch. "Fair winds and Following seas" (A Navy blessing to a soldier.)

Sam was a friend and neighbor for over 30 years. Seemed to interrupt his walks as I rode my bike. He would always stop and discuss his trips and family. Thanks for being a friend and someone I could count on.