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Bruce Farkas
September 11, 2024
Jeff, You and I never got to meet, yet I want to reach out and introduce myself and offer my sincere condolences if you happen to be celebrating with Brian's life here today. Brian and Trudy gave me my first salon job at Brady C'est Bon (ODE) when I was fresh out of Cosmetology school. June was my model for my Board Exams. I have great memories from those days. Brian was a special guy, kind with a "punny" sense of humor...one had to really listen. To this day I recall him always telling me, you have to work faster if you ever expect to make a living at this. After 44 years in the biz, I still could not match his proficiency. He was a real PRO and treated all of his clients like family and I never heard him say a bad word about anyone. It saddens me to learn of his passing. He was an awesome man and will always be fondly remembered.
With Respects and Peace, Bruce F.
Deana Khoshaba
October 21, 2017
Oh, how sad I am to hear of Brian's passing. I loved him so so much. We made each other laugh. He got a kick out of what a hot, young mess i was. There were many times when it was clear that he did not feel well. Still, he spruced himself up, put on a smile, and touched other's lives. He cared deeply about other people. So talented and handsome. My dear Jeff, my love and heart go out to you. The two of you touched and changed my life, forever. I will always remember you as my angels. Im so sorry for your loss. Much love. Deana
Ellen Fitzpatrick
October 23, 2016
Jeff and all who loved Brian,
I just learned of Brian's passing when I went to look up his contact issue for a newly diagnosed friend. Brian was an extraordinary hairdresser, but an even better human being. He helped me so much as I went through my cancer journey, with kindness, humor and empathy. This loss is way too soon, but heaven truly has gained a special angel.
Bonnie S
April 27, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. Brian and his partner were so supportive and warm for women who were going through chemotherapy. He really made an important difference in what he did.
March 21, 2016
To Jeff and family, I just learned of Brian's passing and want to extend my deepest sympathies. He was such a kind, generous, giving man. So talented. He alway made me feel welcome and treasured. I am so sorry for your loss and hope the future holds goodness for you all. Liz Hazeltine
John Martyn
February 25, 2016
Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and most of all Brian, thank you for you.
You are and always will be loved and missed.
May you rest in the perfect eternal peace you sought.
January 17, 2016
Dear Jeff, so sorry to to hear the sad news. You and Brian were one the most important parts of my journey. Brian's kindness to me will never be forgotten. He made me feel wonderful.
Suzanne Neaylon
Maria Torres
January 15, 2016
Dear Jeff, very belated thought. We have been gone and heard the very unfortunate news. You and Brian were one of the most important parts of my daughter's healing as well as my friend Ceci. We remember with fondness the visits to the salon and your house. Brian's focused attention and your love and kindness. Thank you for sharing him with all of us. Nena Torres
Jody Beth Bognar
November 15, 2015
So saddened to never be able to visit and, most of all, laugh with Brian again. His sense of humor and compassion for others were his greatest gifts. Heaven needed a hairstylist and one of the funniest guys at the table, not to mention, someone with a beautiful singing voice. He was so multi-talented! He left on my birthday this September. I will always remember how happy him and family made me feel as a young child on my visits to Chicago with my grandmother, Dorothy. He will forever be missed and hold a special place in my heart along with Aunt June & Uncle Bob.
Brian, Dorothy (June's sister), June in April 1999 with our daughter, Alison in Northern WI
Jody Beth Bognar
November 15, 2015
June & Brian May 2000
Jody Beth Bognar
November 15, 2015
Dear Jeff,
Our family is so saddened to hear of the loss of Brian. He shaped my childhood, along with his parents, my Aunt June & Uncle Bob. I loved them all dearly and am shocked and saddened and cannot believe he is gone. I always looked forward to seeing them when we could, though it was not often enough. I had been wanting to make a trip to Chicago to see you all with my husband and daughter, Ali, last summer but did not. I so wish we had! I am so glad we had met you and had been to your home back in 2002 and had dinner with you all at that time. I will always remember that visit. The photo is from when we had been to visit for my grandmother's (Dorothy) memorial and burial in Chicago in May 2000. They always knew how to have a good time as you can see by Aunt June wearing our infant daughter's bib that had the month of June on it! Brian had always said, "life isn't a dress rehearsal" and he didn't live it that way in his short years. I am so proud of the business you both started to help those with cancer needing wigs--what a wonderful tribute of the type of life Brian led, always wanting others to feel better and laugh again. I will forever miss him and his family. Peace to you in time and through memories of your life together. Jody, Chris & Alison Bognar (and my mother, Maren Moll).
October 26, 2015
Jeff, I just heard this shocking and sad news and I am so very sorry. You are in my thoughts and I'll pray for your strength.
hugs and love from Claudia Laupmanis
October 10, 2015
Rest in peace, dear friend. You and Jeff added a wonderful dimension to our lives, and we have many happy memories.
Dorothy and John
Chicago
richard kanaszyc
September 26, 2015
To the man who always said "this" is beautiful and then proceeded to suggest ways to make it better, I really loved how you could do that without hurting anyones feelings. Heaven help Heaven when Brian arrives! It was interesting to have you as tenants in my first venture as a landlord on Milwaukee Ave. My best to the one the best. My condolences to Jeff, they were a great team.
Piotr and Jarek Klimek/Wiktorzak
September 23, 2015
Brian, Rest in Peace....We will never forget you! The joy of knowing you will always be with us. Your heart was always there for others. The laughter and the good times full of everything on the highest level. You were the true ambassador of loving and sharing all you had. Definitely one of a kindest human beings We ever had a chance to meet. You've touched our lives in many ways serving as an example ... your sense of humor will never go away. We miss you but you'll be with us forever.
Condolences and love to Jeff!
Paula Stein
September 22, 2015
Thankful for having met him. Condolences to Jeff and the many others whose lives he touched. Rest in peace Brian.
September 21, 2015
Brian, Rest in Peace....
Sheryl Larson
September 20, 2015
I'll never forget you, Brian. I went from tears to laughter in my first appointment with you and my wig is a masterpiece. Truly one of a kind human being. Love to Jeff.
Susan Kelty
September 18, 2015
Brian was a true artist that devoted his talent to enhancing the lives of cancer patients and anyone with hair issues. He was an angel. Our prayers, sympathies and appreciation to Jeff and the family.
Catalina
September 18, 2015
You put your heart in helping others going through tough times, and for that, you will always be in my heart. I am lucky you considered me a friend.
May this candle light your way.
Linda Reid-Kilzer
September 18, 2015
As a former colleague at the Grand Salon, we had a beautiful respect for each others talents. A fun loving man who graced the people who knew him. Too young to leave but I wish his partner, family and friends peace.
Susan Sherman
September 18, 2015
Brian was such a kind and talented person.
I was grateful to have him as a friend and office neighbor and enjoyed seeing his fabulous wig creations that made the ladies who were ill feel beautiful. He enriched so many lives with his wig creations and that is why he was sought after world wide for his artistic expertise.
He will be very much missed.
Jonathon Much
September 18, 2015
Brian was one of the kindest people I have ever met. He was a wonderful man, and will be greatly missed.
September 18, 2015
Jeff,
We at CTS Financial Group are so sorry about Brian. All of us send our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Todd, Chuck, Jon, Chris, Barb, Denise, Max
Cara Novy-Bennewitz
September 18, 2015
Brian was an emotional lifesaver. His kindness, caring and attention to detail all helped eased the difficult transitions from learning you have cancer, to losing your hair to getting it back. His beautiful work gave me confidence; his beautiful soul gave me hope. He will be greatly missed.
Chris Heinle
September 17, 2015
Brian was the very best in the business. I can honestly say he changed my life. I will miss him terribly.
September 17, 2015
Had the great fortune to meet Brian when my daughter needed a wig. The visit was so supportive of the whole experience. He was a blast to talk to about his many years in the business. A true gentlemen!
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