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Dan Godin
December 10, 2023
In remembering Brian D. Wilson, Jr., I find myself reflecting not just on the loss of a remarkable individual, but also on the profound personal impact he had on my life. Brian was more than just a friend or a peer; he was an inspiration, a catalyst who transformed my own aspirations into reality.
When I first met Brian, his passion for technology and his entrepreneurial spirit were immediately evident. He had already taken the bold step of turning his love for computers into a thriving business with Integrated Network Solutions. Witnessing Brian´s journey from a talented hobbyist to a successful IT professional was nothing short of inspiring. His ability to upgrade and modernize IT systems for local businesses was not just a display of his technical expertise, but also of his vision and determination.
What truly set Brian apart, however, was his innate kindness and selflessness. His interactions were always imbued with a genuine desire to help and uplift others. Spending time with Brian, whether on simple errands, at his home, or working alongside him, was a lesson in humility and altruism. He had a unique way of making everyone around him feel valued and important. His selfless nature was not just an aspect of his personality; it was the essence of who he was.
Brian´s influence on my life was profound and transformative. Seeing him successfully operate a managed IT firm, something I had only considered as a distant possibility, made the dream seem attainable. He demystified the path from hobby to profession, showing me that with hard work, dedication, and a willingness to help others, one could turn a passion into a successful career. Inspired by his example, I took the leap and started my own IT company, turning what was previously an avocation into an occupation.
His sudden passing was a tremendous loss, not only to those who knew him but to the community he served so selflessly. Brian's legacy is not just in the business he built or the projects he completed, but in the lives he touched, including my own. He showed us that success is not just about what you achieve, but how you impact the lives of others along the way.
As I continue in my own professional journey, I carry with me the lessons learned from Brian, his spirit of generosity, his unwavering commitment to his community, and his belief in the power of technology to make a difference. His memory serves as a guiding light, a reminder of the impact one individual can have, not just through their achievements, but through their character and their heart.
Rest in peace, Brian. Your legacy continues to inspire and guide those of us who were fortunate enough to know you. You will always be remembered, not just for what you did, but for who you were and the lives you changed, including mine.
December 11, 2009
Hi Sweetheart,
Tomorrow is the one year mark since anyone has seen you. I'm glad you called me and pop a few days before. We had a chance to talk about the new part of your life you were heading toward with Sharon. We were so happy for you that day. One year later, and the tears still drop out of our eyes each time we think of you. We miss you ever so much. We still cannot believe this all happened. We will continue to talk to you in our nightly prayers. We still have all of our memories and all our our photo's of you. We live in Texas now. We know you would have been here to visit us.
Love and hugs, forever be in our hearts.
Grammy and Pop
Heath, Tx.
December 11, 2009
Well tomorrow will be one year since you've been gone. I still think about you all the time Brian. All the guys miss you too. Your parents have done a good job keeping your memory alive. You touched my life and I will NEVER forget you. Rest well my friend.....
ROK
ROK
July 21, 2009
Hey Bri, I was thinking of you today because I'm not feeling too good. My pain is at a high level and you always made me feel good when I've been down. I was reading all the stuff on the LS1GTO site about you and it made me cry. I miss you "Brother", oh and I'm displaying my little memorial in picture board at the Friday night Hooters meet. Many people didn't hear that you have passed on and were very sad to hear the news. They stood and looked at all the pictures and talked about when they met you and how much fun they had with you!! I also display the Trophy your parents awarded me at the 09 CCSU meet in your memory, proudly right in the middle of my engine compartment for all to see. I really miss our talks Brian, and often think of you when I'm down like today. I feel much better that I got to write to you today, as always, thinking about you takes my mind off of my problems. And today is no exception.
Love and miss ya Bro,
ROK
July 5, 2009
Brian,
Yesterday was your sister Meaghan's Wedding Day,(July 4,2009). I know we don't have to tell you how beautiful she looked. I know we don't have to tell you Tom, Linda, Danny and Sharon were there, and that your little sister, Jessica was a bridesmaid.Poppy walked your sister down the aisle dressed in his new white top hat. You were supposed to have been in the wedding also, and we all missed you. We think you were right there with us though, surely in each and every heart of those who love you.
Thinking of you every minute.
Grammy and Pop
Daniel Godin
July 3, 2009
I met Brian at tunxis, it has been some time since I met him, he inspired me to start my computer company and I was hoping to reunite with him after I built the company up to all the things he once told me he wanted to do for his. I have now reached that point and after going out to relocate him and get in contact I find he has passed on. It sucks to say the least, one that I am finding out about this a year later and two that from what I am hearing he had a heart attack. That man was awsome, from the semester I got to spend with him he has impacted my life immensely. Without him I likely woulnd not have started Dynamic Network Solutions, a small jump from his Integrated Network Solutions. He was a great individual and as long as I draw a breath his legacy lives on through me and all the other people who he inspired and influenced, I only wish I had more time with him.
Donna & Pete Turgeon
June 23, 2009
June 12, 2009
Today it has been 6 months since any of us have seen you. Poppy and I talk to you every night in our prayers. We miss you and we love you.
Grammy and Pop in Fla.
Donna Turgeon
February 14, 2009
We keep people in our hearts because it is safe there
and full of love.
You are in my heart.
Happy Valentines Day to you Brian.
Love, Grammy
keshia morall
February 7, 2009
hey baby boy happy birthday and i love you and i miss you. things arent the same without you around. only thing i wish for is for you to watch over us and be the cheerful and loving person that we known you as. i love you rest in peace
Donna and Pete Turgeon
February 7, 2009
Dear Brian,
Today is your 24th Birthday. We know you wouldn't want us to be sad. You were such a big part of our lives, it's hard to believe we won't be able to see you again.
Happy birthday in Heaven to our dear big boy. We miss you so.
Love, Grammy and Poppy
In Florida
Tamika Youmans
January 23, 2009
I am so sorry about your loss. Brian was an amazing person and will be greatly missed...his laughter was contagious and his spirit will live on through the work that we do in child welfare.
Kellie Coakley
January 19, 2009
My heart goes out to all of Brian's Family and Friends, May God Bless you during these hard times. Brian was an outstanding person, a natural leader, he movitated us all. The NEYDC will always remember you.
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Kim Dauphin
December 20, 2008
Words cannot express my deepest sympathy. Brian was a great person I'll never forget the nights I spent with him outside of work talking with him hours. He'll be in my heart forever.
louie and laura stevens
December 19, 2008
our deepest sympathy to brian's entire family,thinking of you meghan and hope you are doing o.k. during this sad time in your life.mom and dad stevens.
Danielle B.
December 19, 2008
I will miss you Brian! You will always be in our hearts. We know you'll be at every C3 Car show in spirit!
Lynne Salvaterra
December 19, 2008
Jessie & Megan,
So sorry to hear about Brian. I hope remembering a few of the fun things we all did together can bring a small smile during this very sad time.
Tommy & Linda, our deepest condolences to you both on your loss.
Tom Borio
December 19, 2008
Tom and Linda,my heart goes out to you on your loss.I will alway remember Brian for his big smile and hand shake when greeting people.Brian,thanks for the good memories.
Racheal R.
December 18, 2008
Brian always had a big smile, and a big heart. My condolensces, the world has truely lost one of its greats.
Jay Hoffacker
December 18, 2008
Tom,
May the bond between your son and yourself guide you through this time of sorrow.
Jeffrey Seymour
December 18, 2008
I remember when I first met Brian. It was the summer of 1993. My cousins Ken and Dan(Tank) had just come back from Rhode Island and I met Brian and his sisters Meagan and Jess at my Aunt Chris's. I remember that day in vivid detail; we all played Legos and such. The last time I saw Brian I think was the Fall of 2007. Brian you will be dearly missed. May God keep you now and always in his presence. "For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under Heaven." Ecclesiastes 3:1-3
Sara Albert
December 18, 2008
Tom,
I'm so sorry to hear about Brian. I can't even begin to imagine what you and Linda are going through now. If there are words of comfort in a time like this, what they are escapes me. Just know that you and Linda are in my thoughts and prayers.
Maria Matulis
December 18, 2008
To my dear friends Tom and Linda-I cannot even find the words to express how very sorry I am. Brian were so blessed to have you two for parents and I know he is in heaven thanking you for everything and watching over you. I know nothing can ease the pain right now, but draw strength from your family and friends and don't be afraid to ask for help with anything. Love, Maria
cindy birdsall
December 18, 2008
Dear Jessica and family, I am truly sorry for the loss of your brother. I remember Brians giant grin like it was yesterday.... My deepest sympathy at this time. Sincerely, Cindy Birdsall ( PHS teacher)
Jeff Chipokas
December 17, 2008
Brian, Your 'bear hugs' will be missed!
Jeff aka chips gto (GONE)
Butch Albano
December 17, 2008
Tom: I am truly sorry for your loss. Brian is in our prayers If you need anything from US at FM please give me a call
Donna Turgeon
December 17, 2008
Brian,
I sent you an email to heaven. I told you how much I loved you. I told you how much I would miss you. I told you how hard it would be to say good-bye.
All my love, Grammy in Fla.
Bailey Funeral Home, Inc.
December 17, 2008
Our heartfelt sympathies in this, your time of grief.
Megan Lepage
December 17, 2008
Tom and Linda, I couldn't believe it when I heard. My most sincere condolences to you during this time. I met Brian a couple of times and remember most his giant grin. He was really sweet. I am so sorry for your loss. Megan
Kim Wartschow
December 16, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. I know words can't help during a time like this. My prayers will be with you all.
Sharon Dahlmeyer, Sr.
December 16, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy to Tom and Linda.
Your son has left but not for long.
He comes to you in a prayer or a song.
Out of sight it may appear
But listen closely for he is here.
Close your eyes and remain quite still
Brian is present for this is his will.
Rejoice in the memories, give praise to his name
Love of Brian in your heart does remain.
God Bless your entire family.
Diane and William White
December 16, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. Brian brought my Goddaughter Sharon great joy and happiness. He will be surely missed.
Cy Kollar
December 16, 2008
I first met Brian at a GTO meet in 2007,he was so full of life and energy and made everybody laugh and smile all the time.I have alot of great memories with him and all of them are great and full of good times and many laughs for me and many others,I just saw him less than 2 weeks ago so this really hits home. Brian was a great person who will be dearly missed.
RIP Brian
Michelle Madretzke
December 16, 2008
Tom and Linda, My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. This is just unbelievable and I hope you find some way to get though the sorrow that you feel. My sincere condolences.
Jonathan Saucier
December 16, 2008
You will be missed.
Richard Fern
December 16, 2008
Tom and Linda,
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for your loss. If you need anything, even just to talk, please do not hesitate to call me.
Rich
Don Tansey
December 16, 2008
To all of Brian's friends and family, my heartfelt condolences.
Brian was a funny, down to earth guy and in the short time I knew him he never failed to brighten my day with his wit.
Hail and Farewall My Friend.
Joanne Boron
December 16, 2008
Tom, My prayers and thoughs are with you and your family.
wallace laws jr.
December 16, 2008
God bless him
Dana And Taylor Doughty
December 16, 2008
I can remember him keeping my brother occupided at the Balloon Festival a few years back he was such a friendly person, my brother and i both were shocked to hear that he had passed away. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
Sal & Mary Mazzarella
December 16, 2008
May Brian lie in the hands of God
and may he rest in peace
Kimberly Gray
December 16, 2008
Brian you were full of life and vitality. You will be missed. Your personality was infectious. May God bless and keep you.
Kimberly Gray
Jackie Micciulla
December 16, 2008
My heart goes out to everyone in this time of grief. Brian was such a wonderful person with a big heart and unique personality. Although i didnt know him long I am greatful for the oppertunity to get to know him. I will never forget the first time i met him... he helped me move into my condo with his girlfriend and my good friend Sharon which got him the nickname from me "the strongest person i know". He will be dearly missed.
Rok and Brian at a GTO get together @ Rookies
December 16, 2008
lisa hunt
December 16, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss . Brian was a wonderful kid ... I can still see him getting ready for a wrestling match pacing the halls ... Brian you will always be in our thoughts...
ROK & ROE Kellogg
December 16, 2008
I am so sad to hear about the passing of a good friend. Brian was so full of life and anyone who knew him knows what I mean. He was like a Brother/Son to me who always was worried about my health and well being. He also was a Member of the G.O.N.E. GTO Car Club among the many other clubs he belonged to. I will cherish the memories I have of Brian and the good times we've spent together. Rest in Peace my friend you will be sadly missed!!
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