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Brian Houston Obituary
Des Moines
6/9/1971-2/9/2016
I read of a woman who stood to speak at the funeral of a friend.
She referred to the dates of his tombstone from the beginning to the end.
She noted that first came the date of his birth and spoke of the following date with tears, But she said what mattered most of all was the dash between those years.
For that dash represents all the time that he spent alive on earth. And now only those who loved him know what that little line is worth. For it matters not how much we own; the cars, the house, the cash, What matters is how we live and love and how we spend our dash.
Brian is survived by friends and family who love him and miss him dearly.
A celebration of life will take place on Saturday 2-13 at the Maytag Scout Center, 1-4 pm. 6123 Scout Trail, Des Moines Iowa
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Brian Houston
April
March 2, 2016
April
March 2, 2016
February 17, 2016
Godspeed, Bri, you are precious to me. Janet
February 17, 2016
Brian...I am just hearing of your death. I am saddened but am glad you are out of pain. may you be free to run with your puppies. Thank you for your smile and your love. RIP
Kim
Chrissy Miklus-Greim
February 16, 2016
Brian, you were a dear friend to my brother. You were apart of our family. I have great memories of you from Christmas with your dogs & as a teenager just talking. You were a good listener & a sweet guy. Rest in Peace.
Marcy Davidson
February 15, 2016
I was so sorry to hear of Brian's untimely death. My deepest sympathy to his family. He was a fine young man.
Niki
February 15, 2016
I miss you Brian, but I take comfort in knowing you are watching over us. Until we meet again.
matt mullins
February 13, 2016
Take care brian had some good memories with you, had alot of great times with you you will be missed old friend
Randy Pollock
February 13, 2016
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Randy Pollock
February 13, 2016
God Bless you Brian.
Scott Zyzanski
February 13, 2016
You were always a good friend. We had some great times together hunting, fishing, partying. You will be miss. RIP my friend.
Todd S
February 13, 2016
Super Cool Guy! Missed by many. RIP buddy
February 13, 2016
Brian,
You were always a nephew to me!! God Bless!! You will be missed!!
Aunt Betty
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