Brian Pope

1959 - 2025

Dr. Brian Eugene Pope passed away October 2, 2025. Brian was born July 24, 1959, in New Orleans, Louisiana but grew up & remained a life, long resident of Arlington, Texas. He graduated from Lamar High School in 1977 where he excelled in academics, sports and making friends. At the University of Texas in Austin, Brian graduated with highest honors & membership in Phi Beta Kappa in recognition of his academic achievements. He earned Master of Science in Psychology in 1984 and then Doctor of Philosophy at Florida State University in 1988. He served an internship with the Southwestern Medical School Branch of the University of Texas at Terrel State Hospital in 1988.

After completing his studies, Brian practiced as a Clinical Psychologist. He was admired and loved by his patients and his coworkers. He was especially gifted at helping youth. He served at both Tarrant & Dallas County Juvenile departments doing psychological evaluations to enable young people to get the help they needed.

Brian had many eclectic interests. He loved rock & roll and had an extensive music collection. He was an accomplished musician, singer, and songwriter. He recorded several albums of his original songs in which he often played all the instruments and performed the vocals. He collected album art, music posters, objects 'd art, books, gemstones, crystals & lots of fun, cool things. He had an amazing knack of gift giving and you could always count on him to find something interesting & unusual that you really liked but never would expect to receive.

Sports were another passion of Brian's. Growing up, he went to many Texas Rangers games with his family. Brian formed a Fantasy Football League with his brother, cousins, and friends. He spent many hours as Commissioner of the league and organizing the draft.

Brian had an expansive soft heart for those in need. He gave clothing, food and shelter to homeless people in his neighborhood. He also fed & cared for every stray cat he ever met.

Brian was a kind and loving step father to two children who look back on their relationship with Brian fondly and are thankful for the impact he made in their lives.

Brian was preceded in death by his father, Dr. Lewis Eugene Pope. His is survived by his mother, Mary Jane Pope, his brother Brad Pope & wife Meg, his niece Joanna Pope, scores of cousins, aunts & uncles, & his step children Courtney Sharp & Brendan Tyler.

Tributes may be sent to the family at:

The Pope Family

250 E. Debbie Lane#2206

Mansfield, TX 76063

Those wishing to honor Brian's memory with a donation, may send them to NAMI Texas or the Grant Halliburton Foundation.

A celebration of life will be planned at a future date.