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Brian Bilbrey Obituary
Knoxville - Brian Peter Bilbrey, age 41, of Knoxville, passed away Wednesday, December 24, 2020 following a courageous struggle with a rare disease. Brian was a graduate of the University of South Carolina College of Law, and was active in The Episcopal Church of the Ascension, and an employee of JTV. Above all, he was a loving, and loved father and husband. Brian is survived by his wife Lesley Heiser Bilbrey; his children, Evelyn age 10, Nora, age 8, and Philip, age 5; his parents, Croom and Jeanne Bilbrey; his sister, Anne Walters, and his Father and Mother-in-law Dr. Don and Carole Heiser. A Memorial Service celebrating Brian's life will be held at a later date. The family will receive friends from 10:30 a.m. until 12:00 noon, Tuesday, December 29, 2020, at Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions in Brian's name be made to The Episcopal Church of the Ascension, 800 Northshore Dr. Knoxville, TN, 37919, or to a charity of choice. On-line condolences may be extended at www.rosemortuary.com
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Missy Irwin
December 30, 2020
Thinking of you all and praying for that peace that passes all understanding! God bless you and keep you all!! Mrs. Irwin
Erin and Anna McCollum
December 30, 2020
Dear Lesley, Evelyn, Nora, and Philip, We are praying for His strength and peace to fill your spirit and comfort you. Sending you all lots of love.
April Underwood
December 29, 2020
Leslie, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that I will be praying for your sweet family during this time.
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