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Lisa Gunter
October 8, 2022
I think of BJ often, of his kindness and his warmhearted and fun personality. You don´t come across people like BJ too often and I´m so glad I was able to call him my friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. He truly was a very dear person and a first class gentleman. Sincerely, Lisa Gunter
Liz Kinney
October 9, 2020
It is heartwarming to see BJ's handsome face again. I remember fondly our time as neighbors on Ensley. Peace be with you all.
May 28, 2018
As we celebrate our heroes and those who have gone before us Its not only a Celebration but a Memorial.
BJ will never be forgotten as he will forever be a memory for so many lives he touched. I pray for all of you each week. In Christ, c
Joanie Janzen
October 16, 2016
Dear Sandy,
My heart breaks for you and your family with your loss of BJ. I met him several times when I would go to your home for BSF training. My prayers are with you all and for our Father's arms to gently hold you and care for you during this time.
Much love,
Joanie Janzen
Bobby Burens
October 15, 2016
Thank you BJ for being such a good friend. I will always remember the kindness you showed to everyone you knew and the magnetic personality that you had. A truly special person that will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
Kim Yeomans
October 15, 2016
I remember BJ from when we were kids in the youth group at First Southern in Bakersfield. I have since reunited with his sister Suzie since our daughters became friends but I haven't seen Bj since we were kids. My sympathies are with Suzie and her family and Sandy and Brian. They are such a sweet, close-knit family and I can't imagine how hard this must be for them. You are all in my prayers. I am so glad that BJ grew up in church and knew the Lord. We can all rejoice knowing he is with our Father in heaven.
October 14, 2016
So hard to find the words..but I will try. It seems that no relationship occurs out of happenstance. The Lord is sovereign over those people we meet. I know that He arranges such relationships to come to pass for His purposes.
The season that BJ and I 'ran' together is written indelibly in my memories. Flattop haircuts, surf magazines, country music and youth group spiritual journaling, highlight the nature of our interests at that time. We were 14 and 15 year olds, growing up in the pre-internet, pre-cell phone days, but we managed to start an address painting business (BJ eventually bought me out btw), and make some money one summer.
Even though we had not talked since high school, or thereabouts, BJ will always be one of the handful of people that the Lord put into my life at a time that was very pivotal for me. I can look back and see how BJ influenced me toward the Lord. We had our 'hyper' moments, but BJ always seemed to have a firm grasp of 'the truth' and what was right, and he was grounded in Christ, and this is no small thing. I look forward to the day we can be reunited. -Rob Branham
Janice Biggs
October 14, 2016
Brian and Sandy,
We were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of your son. Please know our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Dave and Janice Biggs
Art Miller
October 14, 2016
Brian & Sandy,
Am so very sorry for your loss. BJ was a very dear friend and close brother in the Lord. BJ and I communicated just about everyday and most days several times. The days when we were out and about he was always finding the best in someone. Such a kind, gentle and sincere heart he had, and it was a true gift from our Lord. I will miss him so very much. However, I know that we will have eternity together to worship our Lord.
Deborah Gilbert
October 14, 2016
I had a dream about Brian on Wednesday night. So I decided to google him since I hadn't spoken to him in about 30 years, to see if he had facebook.I was saddened to read that he passed away. I was a freshman at Stratford High School when Brian was a junior and we had the same p.e. class. I had a crush on him and my friends and I called him "surfer dude". He had his hair long and blond. I had my little sister knock on his door and his mother answered and my sister got Brian to go outside to speak to my friends and I. He was a nice guy and very special. I know he is with God and in heaven. At least Brian stopped by to speak to me in my dream.
Lisa GUNTER
October 14, 2016
I was so saddened hearing of B.J.'s passing. He was, indeed, a tremendously kind and caring person. He would always go out of his way to help those in need, or someone who just needed some cheering up, whether it be a meal together, or watching a football game, or just a visit and some kind words. He will be deeply missed. My heart goes out to his entire family and his friends. It was much too soon to lose B.J.. God bless you my friend.
Liz Kinney
October 14, 2016
Sandy and Brian,
Nile and I are terribly sad that we won't be able to attend BJ's funeral tomorrow. We are about to leave for a weekend reunion with a close group of "Driller" friends in Sacramento (I guess BJ would approve). Please know that we will be with you in spirit tomorrow, and you continue to be in our prayers. Lovingly, Liz Kinney
October 14, 2016
To the Rehkopf family
Our prayers go out to the family. BJ was always so kind to us.
Words cannot describe what all of you are going thru.
In Christ Forever,
The Bomar family
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