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Brian Thomas Herkenroder, 42, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, passed away on Nov. 8, 2025. Born on July 30, 1983, in Elkhart, Indiana, Brian was known for his outgoing personality and wide circle of friends.
Brian graduated from Concord High School in 2002 and worked at MSC for 19 years before moving to Keystone RV. Brian loved the Chicago Cubs, Chicago Bears, Notre Dame and golfing.
Brian is survived by his father, John (Shelly) Herkenroder, his mother, Linda (Greg) Dowsett, his sister, Amy (Alex) Camacho; his nieces Isabelle and Emma; his stepbrothers, Blake (Kennedy) Dowsett, Cole Alwine and Wyatt Alwine, and his grandmother, Betty Myers.
A life celebration will be held at Bent Oak Golf Club on Saturday, Nov. 22, from noon to 4 p.m. for family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice in memory of Brian.
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Joshua Bennett
Yesterday
Brian... so many great memories hanging out with you!! I met you when I was 18, on the small picking line at MSC..you showed me the job and after that day we hung out a lot!! I spent a lot of time hanging out in your Moms garage, you were always working on your car, we would go to B Dubs, golf, tailgate...then somewhere down the line we slowly went separate ways in life... but I knew people you knew and I always asked about you whenever I would see them... "How´s Hurk!!!" I would say, and I would get the update!! Finally in 2017 I got your number and we reconnected 1 last time and played a round of golf!! Man I wish we stayed connected! The first thing you said to me after 10 years or so was... well your not fat and look the same!! We laughed and then played that round all the way up to hole 16 where you shanked a ball and broke a guys windshield... we looked at one another and both decided the round was over... then we got confronted by the guy in the parking lot asking if we were the guys that broke his window!! After that round we went and had a few beers and talked about old times!! Man I´m going to miss ya!! My heart goes out to your family...I will never forget you, you were a very good friend.. until we meet again Brotha!!!!
Margarita Sanchez
November 20, 2025
I can´t believe you´re gone Brian I thank God for the beautiful memories I was blessed to share with you. You were always such a sweetheart. I still remember the last time I saw you, excited to begin your new journey in Colorado I gave you my blessing and wished you the best. I never imagined God would call you home so soon. May the Lord embrace your soul in His eternal light, and may He bring comfort, strength and peace to your family. My Prayers are with all of you.
Randy Shriner
November 18, 2025
Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Kimberly (Sprunger) Wheelock
November 18, 2025
I went to high school with Brian's father, John. I'm so sorry for your loss. (Kimberly Sprunger Wheelock)
Dave Windsor
November 17, 2025
Honored to have worked with Herky for a great many years at MSC. We had some tremendous laughs and conversations. I'm going to miss him a lot. My sincere condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time.
Jeff Arnold
November 16, 2025
I´m going to miss you, Herk! Loved working with you and being your friend. Love you bro.
Robert Smith
November 16, 2025
Herk I can´t believe you´re gone. You are going to be missed more than you know. In the over 20 years i knew Brian, he could always make you laugh no matter what was going on. My condolences to Brian´s family during this time.
Mary LeJeune
November 16, 2025
Prayers and support to the entire family. May you find comfort in the memories and love shared over the years.
Carolyn Presnell
November 16, 2025
Brian was a sweetheart he got along with everyone! I knew him from working @ MSC.
R.I.P. God Bless his family.
Nina Myers
November 16, 2025
Dennis & Kim Gunden & family
November 16, 2025
The Gunden's are thinking of Brian and ask our heavenly Father to bless his sole with comfort & mercy as well to his entire family.
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