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FINK, Brian Nunnelley age 32, of Centerville passed away suddenly at his West Palm Beach home, June 14, 2010. Brian was a graduate of Grand River Academy and The Florida Culinary Institute. Brian touched so many lives with his generous loving heart. Whether through his signature bear hugs, the beautiful meals he prepared, or his endless efforts to make friends and family laugh until they cried, Brian wanted nothing more than to bring happiness to those he loved. Brian's memory will live on in our hearts, scored by the sound of his inimitable laughter. Brian will be survived by his Mother and stepfather, Artie and Larry Bailey, his Father and stepmother, Tom and Lynn Fink, his siblings Josh Fink, Ted Fink, Jeremy and Sherry Office, Marisa Sarig, his grandmother Rita Isaacson and dozens of beloved aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Services will be held at Gebhart-Schmidt-Parramore located at 508 E. Linden Ave., Miamisburg, Ohio at 2:00pm on Tuesday, June 22, 2010, with visitation from 12:00-2:00 pm. Graveside service will be held at Highland Memorial Cemetery, Miamisburg. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Grand River Academy, Austinburg, Ohio 44010 - www.grandriver.org.
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Ann keidel (ola Biggs)
June 13, 2020
Bri Bri, I miss you so much , knowing you since grade school . You made school fun and you would lighten up a room . No matter what was going on. Thank you for everything. I love you . There will never be a soul like you . Ola
Danielle Vitale O'Brien
July 9, 2019
Was just thinking of you, your beautiful smile & your family.
Ann Keidel
July 8, 2019
Hey, bry bry, i miss you and 7th at grin . Always laughing in class or in halls. You was all ways there for me.. I know your are looking after all of us.. keeping it alive... love you miss you a ton...
John and Sydney Rieser
June 29, 2010
Dear Tom and Lynn,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our heartfelt sympathies and know that our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Karrie Werner
June 28, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of Brian. I didn't know him very well on a personal level, but those who did always spoke so highly of him. He will be missed and never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and all that knew and loved him. Karrie
Marla Lush D'Andrea
June 24, 2010
Artie and family,
I am truly sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with you.
Sincerely,
Alexandra Nunnelley Lawhon
June 24, 2010
I wish I had spent more time with Brian growing up, but what I do remember about him was his ability to make anyone laugh & smile. He will be greatly missed.
Erin Hartsock
June 23, 2010
I was lucky enough to have Brian and Ted as neighbors growing up. I adopted them as brothers, and luckily...they adopted me right back. I have never met a family with a bigger heart.
It has been too many years since I have last talked to Brian, but he has never strayed too far from my thoughts. He was a special kind of person that touched everyone that knew him.
We can only be glad that we knew him as long as we did.
As a mother now myself, I cannot image your grief, Artie. But please take some comfort in the fact Brian lives on in so many of us--he is loved and he will be truely missed. ]
With all my love,
Erin (Baxter) Hartsock
Erin Hartsock
June 23, 2010
I adopted Brian and Ted as part of my family growing up--luckily, they adopted me back. Artie and the Boys aways had a place for me--whether just for dinner or the holidays. I was lucky enough to know Brian for the time I did. Time and life took us in different directions, but even though it has been too many years since I've seen him last, he has never been far from my thoughts.
As a mother now myself, my heart goes out to you Artie. I know no words can lessen your loss, but I am so sorry.
With all my love,
Erin (Baxter) Hartsock
Tiffany Mayberry
June 23, 2010
Rest in peace old friend. Loved being your neighbor back in the day.
Nikki (Swango) Deshotel
June 23, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about Brian. He was A WONDERFUL person, and an even better friend. He was full of laughs, wit, and charisma. I will always remember his positive outlook on life and his sense of humor. Your family is in my prayers during this difficult time. RIP Brian
Carole Graves
June 23, 2010
Artie, Jane Wohn informed me of the loss of your son. I am so sorry and my prayers are with you. You remember me as Carole Leaverton.
Rick Peck
June 23, 2010
It was my pleasure to get to know Brian at The Grand River Academy. Of the many special students there, he was right at the top. God bless and comfort you at this time in your life.
Rick Peck, Teacher, Grand River Academy, 1989-2006
Allison (Allie) Gandolfo-Andriessen
June 22, 2010
To The Entire Family and Friends of Brian Fink~ I was just thinking of him the other day, and I regret not reaching out to get in touch....Even though it has been many years since I have seen him, the times we had are still very much alive in my mind and heart.....He is another Angel watching over and guiding us through the journey we have in this life....His soul will always LIVE, and everytime we say his name, or recall a time that he has shared with us, that is another moment we have kept him alive....I will see you on the other side Brian, I love you!!
Meredith Leslie
June 22, 2010
Artie, my heart is saddened by your loss. You are in my heart and prayers.
Rob Leatherbury
June 22, 2010
The world just lost a truely great individual. My heart and thoughts go out to his family. I'm so sorry guys...RIP Brian
Tim Harvey
June 22, 2010
Brian was a stand-up guy. It's always the good ones. He will be remembered.
mary mccollum
June 22, 2010
Artie, I was devastated to hear about your loss. You talked about Brian with such love and humor -- I know your heart is broken. I am in Las Vegas now and you are in my heart and prayers. May God Bless you and your family.
Mike Rollins
June 22, 2010
I am absolutely crushed to hear of Brian's passing. Brian and I lived about three blocks away from each other in Centerville but became close when our paths crossed again at Grand River Academy. Brian went out of his way to make my adjustment to the school a lot easier and I will never forget him for that. When I think of Brian, I remember his GIANT smile and his innate ability to make others smile, even during bad times. The world has lost a truly WONDERFUL person!!! My thoughts are with his family. R.I.P- Brian
Kim Hoskins
June 22, 2010
My heart is hurting for all of you. Im praying that you all will feel the Love of God and friends and family during this time. Brain made everyone's heart smile and he leaves us all with so many memories to cherish. He lived and loved with all his heart. . . we need to find comfort in that now.
David Mills
June 22, 2010
My dear Artie I'M so sorry about your lost my deepest sympathy are with you.
David Mills
June 22, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Beth Escudero (Kelley)
June 22, 2010
To the family of Brian~my deepest sympathies are with all of you. Brian had the greatest smile and was always a fun person to be around. May God keep you close at this time.
Sue Spiewak
June 21, 2010
My dear Artie - my deepest sympathy, my thoughts and my prayers are with you.
Jane May/Wohn
June 21, 2010
Artie, so sorry for your lose. I lost my husband, Everett Wohn on 1/05/09 and that pain was unbearable but to lose a child, oh my God,I can't even imagine how you must feel. You will be in thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your family.
galen schmitt
June 21, 2010
brian was one funny dude. i am very sorry to hear hes gone, all his family have my deepest sympathy for the loss. may his spirit live on for others
Megan Chisano
June 21, 2010
i am so sad that when i finally found you, after more years than i want to count, that i am having to say goodbye old friend. i can still remember the times we shared and hold them dear to my heart. i wish i could be there tomorrow, but in spirit i will always have you. vios con dios my friend.
James Robbins
June 21, 2010
I was very saddened to hear a of Brian's passing. I haven't seen him in years, but the Brian I remember was funny, always had a smile, and alot of fun to be around. He will missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers to the family and the people that loved him.
Brandon Hawk
June 21, 2010
Brian Fink was a great guy,and a better friend.We met in 2nd grade,and quickly became best friends.We spent nearly every second of the day together.We had created countless memories together, and had big plans for the future.I will never forget Brian he was truly my 3rd brother.I wish you all the best in heaven my friend.
Godspeed Brian.....
Debbie Hamilton Jordan
June 21, 2010
Artie, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your son Brian. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Renee Shtayyeh
June 21, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of this deeply saddening loss. My thoughts are with Brian's family and everyone who ever knew him. Brian and I met when we were very young and he was so funny, caring and just nice. People just wanted to be around Brian. We lost touch and then saw eachother again a few years ago. He was the same as I had remembered him. His smile was energizing and he seemed so happy as he always had been. I am so glad that we saw eachother that day because it gave me one more great memory of Brian. He will be deeply missed.
Uncle Dwight and Aunt Eva Nunnelley
June 21, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jill Vari-Garrett
June 21, 2010
I heard the news of Brian and my heart sank. It has been a blessing to know Brian and bond we shared was rare. We had many close years together. His eyes, and his chuckle will forever be in my memories of Brian. He was a true friend to me, always treated me so well and never judged me. I will never forget when he broke his jaw and I would feed him chicken broth through a straw. He would look at me and talk through his eyes. I don't think he enjoyed the broth but loved that he had someone taking care of him... The times we shared, the hugs, the laughs, the tears... all the moments we shared will be cherished. I am forever greatful that I had such a wonderful friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Brians family and friends. Brian, I will miss you and your ability to always make me smile. I will never forget you. Hugs and kisses to our Angel! Love always, Jilly
BOB VARI
June 21, 2010
I WOULD LIKE TO PASS ALONG MY CONDOLENCES TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY OF BRIAN.WHENEVER BRIAN'S NAME WAS MENTIONED IT PUT A SMILE ON MY DAUGHTERS FACE AND I WOULD LOVE TO THANK HIM FOR THAT ! MAY HE BE AT REST NOW..
June 21, 2010
Artie & Family,
So sorry to hear about Brian. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you, Terry, Judy & Connor
Vinny
June 21, 2010
Brian Fink was the best childhood friend a guy could ask for! We could not be kept apart. Brian and I had a great time playing for the Wee-Elks together, when we were kids. He loved sports, food, music and good times. Brian was a great guy that loved life and, lived it to the fullest. I will never forget the good times I had growing up with Brian, Josh and Teddy. I am so sorry this happened.
Kerri White
June 20, 2010
To the Fink/Office families,
I met Brian when he was in the sixth grade. He was and always will be a kind, gentile, warm, loving heart. I am deeply sorry to anyone who knew him. The world is one less angel, and heaven has one more. You are in my prayers and my thoughts.
Greg and Gina Hester
June 20, 2010
Dear Tom and Lynn,
We are so heartbroken for you. Brian's heart was solid gold, and his smile melted icebergs. I'm so glad he had such wonderful parents in the both of you.
Amanda Nunnelley-Moore
June 20, 2010
Aunt Artie, Josh & Ted-
I will always remember Brian with his great smile and how he could always make me laugh,he will be missed. Thinking of you-God Bless.
Donna Bauer
June 20, 2010
Dear Artie: I couldn't believe when I opened the paper to see Brian's face and the obituary to follow. I am shocked and heartbroken for you and your family. I think of you now and know how deeply sorry I feel. You were a wonderful mother to all the boys, and I never forgot your sweet Brian and his wonderful smile.
June 20, 2010
Sorry, my thoughts were so distraught that I forgot to type my name with my message - IDY
June 20, 2010
When I think of brian, it would be when he was about three years old, playing at the swimming pool. HE ALWAYS HAD THAT GREAT SMILE THAT WOULD JUST WARM YOUR HEART, and that's how I will remember him. My thoughts are with you Tom and Artie, may God bless you and help you through this trying time in your life.
Volkan Akbay
June 20, 2010
I am deeply saddened to hear about Brian passing away. I'll always remember our friendship, and never forget his laugh. He was such a good spirit. My thoughts are with his entire family. Sorry for your loss.
June 20, 2010
Dear Artie, Josh Ted and family, our prayers are being said for you all in faith and trust that God will give you the strength to go through this valley of the shadow of death. You have wonderful memories of this sweet son which will be of comfort to you in the months to come. In sorrow, Joan and Ron Furman
Marie and Jim O'Donnell
June 20, 2010
Artie,
I know how much you loved all your boys, and what a great Mom you were to Brian, You are in our thoughts and prayers, God Bless,
debby chambers
June 19, 2010
Tom,
Lyle and I are so very sorry to here about Brian.Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lyle and Debby Chambers
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