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Brian Stinnett Obituary
Avon - It is with profound sadness that the family of Brian George Stinnett, 23, announces his passing on April 7th, 2018. Brian was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on April 21st, 1994 to Jeffery Brian Stinnett and Dawn Renee (Wilson) Stinnett. He attended Wayne Township schools through Junior High before moving to Avon with his family and graduating from Avon High School.
Brian became a father close to 2 years ago and he loved his son with all of his heart. He could often be found playing with all of the kids outside during family gatherings. Brian was funny and generous. If you were in need, he'd give you the shirt off of his back.
Brian was an amazing athlete and a fierce competitor in many sports including baseball, football and wrestling. While playing football at Avon High School, he won the Send Me Award for always offering to do whatever was needed on the field and the Shell Award for his dedication two years in a row. Brian earned a scholarship to Marian University for football where he played for one year. Brian was very skillful with his hands and used these talents after college in construction work.
Brian is survived by his son Bentley William Stinnett (mother Lauren Poteet), his parents, Jeff and Dawn Stinnett, and his siblings, Amber Agal (John) and Kevin Stinnett (Rebecca). He is also survived by his grandmothers, Marie Kalen and Janet Wilson, his uncle, Randy Stinnett (Melinda), his aunts, Susanne Stinnett (Angie) and Gina Wilson Schenk (Joe), 2 nieces, 3 nephews and several cousins.
He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Steve Stinnett and George Wilson.
Visitation for Brian will be held on April 13th, 2018 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Conkle Funeral Home located at 76 North Avon Avenue, Avon, Indiana. A prayer service will be held immediately following the visitation at 6:00 p.m. www.conklefuneralhome.com
Memorial donations in Brian's honor may be made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) at:
https://afsp.org, go to this page and search for Brian Stinnett.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Brian Stinnett
Bryan Goodin
January 8, 2024
i miss you early and often. i think about you all the time. breaking bread together in dorm rooms, studying and playing xbox. i wish i had my little knight back, i wish i had one of my dearest friends back. i pray for you alwyas and know your missed and loved here man. love you alwyas bro
Jojo
April 4, 2020
Its almost been 2 years since your passing and I still find myself struggling with it. You show up in my random dreams a lot, not really sure what that means though.
Just because youre gone doesnt mean anyone has forgotten you. Hope you know that.
Love.
Brycn Gossett
September 10, 2018
You are the best big cousin Brian. Me and Bentley miss you A lot!
Jean Ervin
May 21, 2018
In our prayers.
Amber Agal
April 18, 2018
Brian,
Words can not explain how much I'm going to miss you. You were my baby brother and one of my best friends. I could tell you anything and you were always there for me. Not a day in my life will go by that I won't miss you, a piece of me is gone now that you are gone. Things will never be the same without you. I have so many memories with you growing up just wish I could have more and loved you more than you will ever know. Love you always and forever
My brother, My best friend, Forever in my heart
Love, Your Big Sister
Anthony Sims Jr.
April 13, 2018
Brian, I will always remember our days as kids playing Avon football, clowning in the halls, competing to see who could get more tackles & bragging about our plays on the field. You will Forever be missed and Never forgotten. I love you Brother. Fly high.
Shannon Middleton
April 13, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you. May the peace of the Lord be with you in your time of sorrow.
Sandy Collins
April 12, 2018
To all that loved Brian the father of sweet Bentley... prayers up that God gives you strength for all your needs and rest and comfort too, God bless and keep you in his love and grant his peace to you. Special prayers for mommy Lauren.
Jolene Groves
April 12, 2018
Your West Virginia family sends thoughts and prayers to each of you during this difficult time. May you be surrounded by love and memories.
Viney Mathavan
April 11, 2018
My sincere condolences to Dawn and Jeff for the loss of their young son. May his soul rest in peace.
April 11, 2018
Jeff, Our prayers are with you and your family in this too soon loss. Love Harold and Linda McBryar
Susanne Stinnett
April 11, 2018
Love you B-Bri...until we see each other again. Give Grandma Mendel and Papaw Steve a hug for me. Love you
Matt Davis
April 11, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family of Brian. My wife and I also lost a son(Anthony 18) to suicide in 2014. If you would ever like to talk or want additional information, I'm always available.
Sincerely,
Matt Davis
Indiana Chapter Chair
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention [email protected]
April 11, 2018
Dear Family:
We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences on Brian's passing.
The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family.
We meet monthly on the first Tuesday at the First Baptist Church, 99 W. Main St, Greenwood, IN 46142 and on the third Thursday at the Epworth United Methodist, 6450 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46220.
If and when you are ready to do so, please join us for either, or both, meetings.
We Need Not Walk Alone. We are The Compassionate Friends.
The Compassionate Friends
Central Indiana Chapter
(317) 250-0351 (Jodie)
www.tcfcentralindiana.org
www.compassionatefriends.org
[email protected]
April 11, 2018
Dear Family:
We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences on Brian's passing.
The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family.
We meet monthly on the first Tuesday at the First Baptist Church, 99 W. Main St, Greenwood, IN 46142 and on the third Thursday at the Epworth United Methodist, 6450 Allisonville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46220.
If and when you are ready to do so, please join us for either, or both, meetings.
We Need Not Walk Alone. We are The Compassionate Friends.
The Compassionate Friends
Central Indiana Chapter
(317) 250-0351 (Jodie)
www.tcfcentralindiana.org
www.compassionatefriends.org
[email protected]
Aunt Becky Marksberry
April 11, 2018
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.
Denise Handlon
April 11, 2018
I loved having Brian in class. He could always put a smile on my face. He was a joy to watch on the football field! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jordan Broyles
April 10, 2018
One of the greatest people I met at Marian. Thanks for all the laughs Brian. You will always be in my heart and you will be missed more than you know.
Megan
April 10, 2018
Gone to soon but never forgotten.
Tanella Hamilton
April 10, 2018
You have touched so many lives and will never be forgotten.
April 10, 2018
Words cannot express our sorrow for your loss. Brian was a great friend to all and I will always remember him having fun at our lake house with all the boys. May God hold you all in the palm of his hand and may you find some comfort and peace in his healing touch. You will all be in our hearts and prayers throughout this difficult time and after. The Wulle Family
kirpal singh
April 10, 2018
I am so very sorry for your loss. I can not even imagine what you are going through. You and family will be in my prayers. I prey for God's compassion.
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