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for Brad Munroe
Dave Dillavou
June 27, 2024
Brad, Brad, Brad how I miss you so much, you were my bestie and I wish you were here in my troubled and happy times. Love you!
Dave NH
June 28, 2023
Brad Brad Brad, we miss you so much!
Dave Dillavou
June 27, 2022
Always missing you my brother!
Diane Lacourse
June 27, 2021
Brad was my personal training client, workout partner and friend.
Every time I workout I still feel his presence and when I push myself I can still hear him say "that's what I'm talking about"
I so wish I would of taken his offer to see him in Hawaii
I am so lucky I was one of the many people that got to know him
Dave Dillavou
June 27, 2020
Love and miss you my brother, you changed my life for the better and I will always remember you for that.
Dave Dillavou
June 27, 2019
Missing you
connie cote
July 2, 2008
Brad will be missed so much. He was a good friend and a nice neighbor, I will always wonder what happen to poor hendrix, brad was his world they were so close they new what each other wanted just by looks. If anyone knows what happen to hendrix please let me know it will always be on my [email protected]
Diane LaCourse
December 16, 2007
I Finally had the time to thank Brad, even in his death he always helps his friends. I had been at Best Fitness previously World Gym where I met Brad, as his trainer and workout partner. After 10 years running my business I was told I had 60 days to end my personal training at Best Fitness or become an employee and raise my rates that my clients could never afford. I was told this on Brads Birthday, Brad toid me many times to start my business in my on facility well, in 60 days I made it happen, he also wanted me to do a fitness camp, somehow I believe this will also happen Thanks Brad MISS YOU Diane
Miss you Brad
August 29, 2007
S M
August 23, 2007
Happy Birthday, Brother ....
Lee Burrows (Adelstein)
August 23, 2007
Brad has not left my thoughts since June 29th. One of the many things that rings in my head when I think of Brad is his laugh... He was obviously a remarkable man and had an amazing affect on all those that shared his journey. He was too young...Yet lived his life to the fullest and for that we can be thankful. My heartfelt sympathy to his Mom, Dad and family. Nothing could be more difficult than your loss.
Joe Lustik
August 1, 2007
It is over a month now since my dear friend Brad passed. My wife (Christine) and I met Brad over five years ago at the RV resort in Breckenridge when we were full-timing in our RV. We gradually came to know Brad very well, evolving into a very close friendship when he moved to Utah. I comment to my friends and family about how special Brad was to me. I am 42 years old and Brad would be 40 this month--and I think that friendships like ours are very rare occurrences as we get older. It made it that much more special that we both made ourselves available to each other in an open, honest and trusting way. Instead of holding others at a distance, Brad and I embraced each other and our new friendship. I felt so lucky and blessed to have such a new closeness in my life at this age.
Christine and I were planning our future with Brad in it. We were planning to buy land near Park City and build our "dream house." To Brad, these plans became the "Compound" with cabins for him and our other friends, and recreation areas. It was so easy to fantasize about our interwoven futures, and even believe that it could happen.
Some of my happiest memories of Brad involved ripping through the snow at The Canyons ski resort. We would go head-to-head on the bump runs and push each other to go bigger--OH, the trash we talked! A great day of skiing would be followed by a great meal prepaed by my wife at his house. We were always his guests when we came down from Wyoming to ski. Then we would cap off the evening by going out to shoot some pool. These days were so common that we expected them all to be that way...full of laughter.
Brad got a new motorcycle last spring and took to touring with me and others as a summer activity we could share. We had spent months planning this final trip of his, and we were having a blast. It was a perfect adventure to the end.
I miss Brad dearly and invite him to live on in my memories. I will celebrate him whenever I engage in the activities that we so loved. My sympathy goes out to all of his family and friends that share my sadness.
Michelle MacDonald
July 17, 2007
I want to express my deepest sympathy to the Munroe family. Brad was a very special person. He would meet you, and if you were cool, you were then adopted into his family. Like many of you, I will miss him very much, but know he will always be with us in our hearts.
My Favorite Client- Tia's 2005
July 13, 2007
Carla Ascione
July 13, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Munroe family. Brad was a client of mine when he owned Triumph. For several years, he hosted an event aboard our venue. He was such a pleasure to work with and had such an incredible presence about him that we instantly became friends. I always looked forward to seeing him on his trips home to Boston. I have also become close with his brother Greg. Two of the nicest, most geniune individuals I have ever met. Brad you will sorely be missed but will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
Melissa Barker
July 13, 2007
Although I only met Brad once for a short time, his kindness and serenity emanated. My heart goes out to his family and his friends that had the wonderful experience of truly knowing him but especially to my dear friend, Carlyn. It seemed that her and Brad were made for each other and the simple happiness that I witnessed between the two of them was destined to turn to a deep love...if only there was the time for that to grow. Carlyn, I love you and I am so so very sorry that you had to lose Brad. I know you two were great together and would have been a force to be reckoned with!
Dana Dillavou
July 12, 2007
Its hard to hear Brad, with such a loving soul, is gone. He definitely loved to spend time with friends and family, and was a true friend to all. I will miss him so much and will never forget the fun times and memories he spent with my family and I. My sympathy goes out to the Munroe family and friends.
Mary Fran Duggan (Connors)
July 11, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Munroe family. I've known Brad since Elementary school but lost touch with him after graduation from Norwood High. I'm glad to have known him and I'll always remember him. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Brad will be missed very much.
Mary Fran Duggan (Connors)
July 11, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Monroe family. I've know Brad since Elementary school but lost touch with him after graduation from Norwood High. I'm glad to have known him and I'll always remember him. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Brad will be missed very much.
Carlyn Juergens
July 9, 2007
Hi- My name is Carlyn and I was Brad's girlfriend from February 2007 until he left us on June 29th, 2007. Even though we were only together for four months, I would consider my time with Brad the happiest time in my life. He was a teacher of life. Brad made you look at things in a way you'd never thought of. He was giving of his time, his wisdom, his love, and of his generosity. I am a better human being because I met Brad. I know I am not alone. I will miss him so.
Emily Crandall
July 9, 2007
I only met Brad once, but I'll never forget it. He was a friend of my husband's. He came to visit us in PA and we spent the afternoon talking and having lunch. Brad was very kind and warm to our daughter Ella and just seemed so relaxed and sure of himself in a very unassuming way. He lived life to the fullest every day--and that was so inspiring. I feel blessed to have met him and seen how much he enjoyed life.
My heart goes out to Brad's family.
Monica Smith
July 7, 2007
I worked with Brad in the mid 80s at the Piccalily Pub in Dedham. We both had motorcycles and were into Guns n Roses. He invited my friend and I waterskiing at his parent's home in NH back then.
He was a great listener, a genuine friend who really made me laugh. We'd lost touch over 20 years ago.
He came to mind out of the blue last Saturday. Had thought about him quite awhile, wondering what he did with his life.
Brad was indeed a uniquely special person. My condolences to his family and friends.
Michelle Smith
July 7, 2007
I met Brad 5 years ago on Easter at the Cancun airport. From that point forward we had a beautiful friendship that expanded to every aspect of his interests, HI, concerts, skiing, we did it all. He made such an impact on my life. I love him and will dearly miss him and his kindness. I know he will be eternally riding the waves at Makapuu. Sleep well green eyes.
Jon Evans
July 7, 2007
To Brads Family and Friends,
I meet Brad about a year and a half ago in Park City, Utah. What a great guy, he had a way of making the best of every situation. I know that he will truly be missed by his friends at Conscious Fitness. I send my condolenses to his family.
Kathy Farwell
July 6, 2007
In trying to remember how long I've I've known Brad I surprisingly came to the realization that I have known him for over 9 years.
I, like many others worked with Brad, then became friends, you see I only saw him when he was hurt or injured, I was his sports massage therapist. He never shared alot of personal information but always inquired about my son and seemed truly intrigued with my pregnancy. Family was very important to him, that was very clear.
Since he moved to Utah we became e-mail friends, our common bond being our love of skiing.
I think I always knew Brad would leave us at a young age but I thought he would be taken by an avalanche when heli skiing or a wave surfing in his beloved Hawaii
I do know he loved his motorcycle and lived the life he chose. I hope that brings some comfort to his family. My thoughts are with them and his friends, I know the loss is a great one.
Jessica Campbell
July 6, 2007
I was familiar with the name Brad Munroe for years before I actually met him. My mother and Brad worked together at Triumph when I was in high school and college. I finally had the immense pleasure of meeting Brad last year at Kristen Steven's wedding in California. In the mere hours that I was able to spend with Brad, he not only taught me how to play pool, introduced me to some good beer, or coaxed me into singing karaoke to a Rage Against the Machine song in a crowded bar; he effected my life monumentally.
I had just graduated college and was stuck in the ho-hum, what's next? post grad phase. Meeting Brad jolted me out of the haze I had been walking through. In the few hours I spent with him, Brad expressed his philosophy on life, happiness, love, relationships; all of the 'important stuff.' To meet someone who was filled with more passion than most people can even conceive of was a remarkable and life altering experience.
Brad gave me an amazing gift. He renewed my zest for life, my sense of purpose; he taught me to abandon all fear of the unknown and to simply live. He was one of the most genuine and invigorating individuals I have ever known. He was simply a beautiful soul and I will be forever grateful that our paths in life crossed. Thank you, thank you, thank you Brad.
Ken&Sis McCauley
July 6, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
David and Amanda Forman
July 5, 2007
We are both shocked and saddened at Brad's tragic passing. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Brad's family and friends.
We met Brad on the first day he moved next door. He moved next to us and we felt like he was welcoming us to the neighborhood. He had a way of including everyone and he was so sincere. As we read the other entries, we found ourselves smiling and nodding our heads saying “yup, that was Brad”. Everyone has accurately portrayed what a kind human being and stand up guy Brad was. Whatever was his was yours. He wanted to share everything with you, whether it was material, or an experience. We lived on the Merrimack River and Brad would always ask me “when are you buying a boat”? He would offer to go with me to be sure the right questions were asked. When we finally bought a boat, he was nearly as happy as we were. He took me out on the Merrimack to show me where the high rocks were and how to avoid them. He would tell me to be careful on the Merrimack and that Lake Winnipesauke was really where I wanted to go boating. When Brad told us he was moving to Utah, we felt like a family member was leaving. While preparing to sell his house, he insisted we take a day together so he could show me around Lake Winnipesauke before he left for Utah.
Brad had a passion for life, and we would live through his trips to Hawaii, Italy, Colorado, and then back to Utah. We would keep in touch via email and always looked forward to hearing about his latest adventure. Brad had a great sense of humor and we would go back and forth with each other on our deck or in his yard. The neighborhood hasn’t felt the same since you left…the world certainly won’t feel the same. God must’ve needed an outstanding human being immediately and there couldn’t be a finer choice! You and your family will be forever in our thoughts. Rest in peace friend!!!
BRUCE COTE
July 5, 2007
My Heart felt sympathy to the Munroe Family. I met Brad when he moved next door with Hendrix,
he was everything everyone has already said, once you met him you would feel like you were friends forever He had a great sincere and a humerous side he was so care free and down to earth. He was an unforgetable person and I am HONORED to be a small part of that life that was so short.
MY SINCEREST SYMPATHY BRUCE COTE
Diane LaCourse
July 5, 2007
I met Brad in October 1997, I am a personal trainer in Nashua. He started as a client, then my workout partner and will always be a very dear friend. He always tried to tell me to take time off and enjoy life, but me taking time off is hard. We both loved to workout and kick each others butt, we hated the leg workouts. we used to train 4 times a week so we got to talk about everything. I was so surprised when he came to one of my bodybuilding shows. When he moved to Utah I know it was the best thing for him, he emailed me and said so many people came to visit him that he was glad he made the move. We always kept in touch, but this last 4 months I was so busy with my buisness I didn't email him I regret this, when I heard of Brads death I called the people I should of called alot sooner, thank's Brad for showing me whats important LOVE Diane
David Dillavou, Jr.
July 5, 2007
To family and friends I am sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed Brad's Company. I remember some great memories that I had with Brad. I will never forget the times when trying to help with his boat ramp. Other great memories are when we went out to eat, went to the movies, went to concerts, and when we were on his boat on the merrimack river. I remember the time when Brad came to Alvirne just to give me a sub. When it came to gifts I always thought he was one of the most generous people I know. What a good man. Love ya man!
Peggy Nolan
July 5, 2007
Whether you just met Brad, knew him for a few days, a few years, a lifetime - he had this amazing ability to connect with you. And not out of politeness. His interest in you as a person, a fellow traveler on the road of life was so genuine and heartfelt, that even if you just shook hands with him, you left a better person. Brad Munroe is one of the truest, most authentic persons I know.
I am blessed to have worked with Brad for nearly 3 years and even better to call him my friend. I am so grateful that he touched the lives of two other people in my family - my daughter Jessica and my husband Rick.
To Brad's family and all of his friends - my thoughts and prayers are with you.
And to Brad - how right you are - the journey is fantistico!
All my love,
Peggy Nolan
David Dillavou
July 5, 2007
Not to many people in life you share everything with, but Brad Munroe was one of them people. From what Greg Munroe calls it “Brads New Hampshire Experience” Brad and I did everything together, he even worked for me on my construction sites, bet you didn’t know that. I met Brad when he first moved to NH and I built his hot tub room, I didn’t know him but he seemed like the coolest guy I had ever met. During this time we went to T-Bones Restaurant daily and became best friends. Every year I along with his other friends of years would help him put in his dock on the river, this later turned into boating, water skiing, snow skiing, concerts, more concerts, trips to the beach, Boston Harbor Cruises, trips to Laconia Bike week, bar hopping and just hanging out. I’m sure most people can agree Brad did it all. Brad became very close to my family and kids, Brad use to come over and eat dinner with us, I would give him a call and say we’re having steak, mashed potatoes, green beans and strawberry shortcake for dinner and he would be right over. Brad and I called each other everyday, he would some times call me and say “what are you doing, “I’m starving” then he would hook up with me even in other towns just to chow down breakfast or lunch. Brad used to call at anytime and say “hey wanna catch a movie tonight” he would Schafer my boys and I to the movies even if it was in Burlington MA on a Tuesday night. We exchanged Xmas presents, I’d get him something for $25 he’d get me something for $200, very generous to me. He always seemed to send the family a post card & presents from his Hawaii adventures. Brad later needed more work done on his house and I told him I would give him a deal and work by the hour if he helped me and along this adventure I was able to teach him allot of carpentry skills he never had. His whole NH home we basically re-did together, from the bathrooms, refinishing the floors, finishing the basement, to windows, doors, the cathouse project, painting and the cedar closet. He was a person I respected, he was a listener, a fast learner, and didn’t mind getting his hands dirty. I introduced Brad to my mother and father, my uncle, brothers, and many of my friends along his experience. He used to grab a dinner at my moms once in a while, he made it to at least 3 of my Uncle Jims birthday parties, I can go on and on cause we did allot together. For all my friends I told of this tragedy they all wish there condolences to myself, family, and friends and I will quote 75% of them as saying “he was a nice guy” we all know this of Brad. Brad introduced me to his family, alls I can say is they all fit under the category as respectful and very nice people and I am honored to of met them. When Brad was moving away I was devastated,
There was no way of talking him out of it, as he didn’t tell you until he did it. As it goes Brad moved away and I figured I would only now see him when he came back to Boston and although I had been invited to Hawaii, The Cape, Colorado, and Utah having a family of 5 it just wasn’t doable. So Brad mention getting together for the 2008 Sundance Movie Festival, I got it approved by the wife and my new job of 2 years would allow me to have the vacation time. This was a trip I was counting on to hang out with my brother Brad and it was going to be a once in a lifetime trip for me. I know it will not happen, it still hasn’t totally sunk in, I was hoping they made a mistake and it was not Brad, and I still have that hope. The pain I feel is that of a family member, what is good of all this is everything I mentioned above, the good times, the fun, the dinners, the holidays, concerts, hanging out, its memories of Brad I will never forget and hold on to forever.
Brad, we love you man, you will never be forgotten, you touched many of lives and you will be rewarded for this. My family’s condolences to The Munroe families and friends. "Peace"
Marie Lazzara-Colella
July 4, 2007
I was once told that when one passes from this fair Earth a library is lost. This may be true for a library with its volumes of books, and wisdom of so many events in the lives of people profound or simple, and is in fact lost in the ashes.
However, this is not the case with Brad. His life impacted untold hundreds of people. His legacy of human kindness and passion of life lives on in all of us men and woman and we will tell the story of this inspirational man, and how he changed our lives.
On a more personal level, I met Brad when I came to work in his company, and it was there that I met his friend of many years Chris, who refers to him as 'Brother Brad'. They had many years of great times together, no matter what the event was, golf, concerts, skiing, poker.. Chris always referred to those times as 'The Adventures of Brad'. I was so fortunate to have also been part of his adventure. I left the corporate life, Chris and I are married and now have two beautiful children. We truly believe these little spirits would not be here if it were not for Brad.
Unlike the ashes of the library that use to be, with it's lost knowledge and wisdom, our friend Brads legacy continues.
We will tell our children stories of the amazing Adventures of Brad Munroe.
We love you and will never forget you.
Chris, Marie, Domenic & Melissa Colella
Catherine McLaughlin (Lefebvre)
July 4, 2007
Although I haven't been in touch with Brad in years, I went through Willett School, Junior High and High School with him. I will always remember his willingness to help you out of mess or try to get you into a new one. He will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Michael Frank (HaLevy)
July 4, 2007
May Brad's memory be a blessing and may his family be comforted from the holy city of Jerusalem.
Not a leaf falls from a tree without a Divine decree....My thoughts and prayers are with Brad and his family at this difficult time.
Kathy (Connelley) Devlin
July 4, 2007
To Brad's family and friends,
I too went to high school with Brad and knew him way back when. He lived more in his 39 years than some people do in a lifetime. I will remember his drive and his passion for life. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carolyn Agostino
July 3, 2007
To Brad's family and friends,
What a wonderful guy, Brad had such a special way about him that touched all our hearts. I am so glad we had time to spend with him at my daughter Kristen's wedding in California last July. He was like part of the family! May God's peace be with all of you.
Mike Petrocelli
July 3, 2007
I grew up with Brad in Norwood; attended junior high and high school together; we played town baseball together for the Indians; and were roommates our freshmen year in college.
He was so full of life and in always in motion … I was shocked and saddened to hear of his passing.
My memories of him are marked by his generosity, great sense of humor, his love of heavy metal, and his lack of talent with the guitar :). I remember that we talked at length one night while studying for midterms and he conveyed his deep love and admiration for his parents, brothers, sister, and grandparents.
Leaving home and going off to college can be a very intimidating and scary thing. I am grateful that I had Brad as a friend thru that time. I know he is in a better place.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Jacques Chiasson
July 3, 2007
There few words to bring comfort to such a tragic loss. Love, time and patience will lead to acceptance.
Death comes to us, under many conditions, with all the welcome serenity of sleep.
Jacques and the family
Kristen Stevens
July 3, 2007
To all of Brad's family and dear friends, My heart and prayers go out to each one of you. I know we all loved him with all our hearts, and he loved us each in return. He has left his mark on all of us, and we are all better people for that! Love, Kristen
Rhonda LaVerghetta
July 3, 2007
Dear Paula & Family - my heart goes out to all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. May God give you the strength to deal with this tragedy. May Brad's soul rest forever in peace and may you be reunited once again in God's kingdom.
Love,
Jenn McKenney
July 3, 2007
There are so many things to say about Brad. He was a phenomenal person. He has made such an impact in so many of his friends lives. He will be truly be missed. We love you Brad!
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