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BRIAN IRWIN Obituary
Age 37, of Bethel Park, passed away suddenly on October 8, 2018. Beloved son of Edward and Cathy Irwin; loving brother of Danielle Irwin McConnell; grandson of the late Edward and Wilma Irwin and Brian and Arlene MacDonald; he was a loved nephew and cousin. Brian was a friend to all. He served in the United States Air Force and worked as an Air Force Combat Firefighter and Defense Department Combat Firefighter. Brian will be missed by all those that knew him; he was our hero. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 13, 12 noon at Bethany Lutheran Church, with full Military Honors to follow. Memorial donations may be made to Ed or Cathy Irwin, c/o PAUL HENNEY FUNERAL HOME, 5570 Library Rd., Bethel Park, PA 15102 and will be disbursed to the charities that Brian cared for.
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August 23, 2019
Always in our thoughts
Alexandra Fitz-Maurice
October 12, 2018
Irwin Family,
Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss.
James & Sara Henry
October 12, 2018
Every memory I have in middleschool/high school is with you buddy. You were like a brother and will truely be missed. No more pain, until we meet again. May the wind always be at your back and the sun upon your face. And may the wings of destiny carry you aloft to dance with the stars. Bye Brother, luv ya.
Sue Beeson
October 12, 2018
Dearest Cathy and family,
My heartfelt prayers and thoughts are with you. Praying for peace.
Sue Beeson
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Kelly Bible
October 12, 2018
I am so sad that my buddy is gone. He was so sweet and gentle and kind and generous. I'm really going to miss his friendship and his gorgeous smile. I have a Lotta good memories with him. I feel so deeply for his family.
I love you buddy.
October 12, 2018
I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn, sustain the family during this time of heartbreak and mourning. Isaiah 61:1,2
Danielle Dip
October 12, 2018
I am so sorry for your family's loss. I knew brian long ago when we were kids and i remember him being such a sweet boy, he was one of my favorites and i wanted to protect him. Lots of love to the entire family.
Donna Grashoff
October 11, 2018
Cathy Ed and Danielle
I am at a loss for words. I pray you will find comfort in each other at this time of such great loss.
Donna, Mark, and Tyler
maryann hupe
October 11, 2018
Dear Ed and Cathy, were all at a lost for you both. Brian is in heaven cause he loved the lord . May God bless you and keep you in his hands Love & Hugs Robert, Maryann, Joshua Hupe
Kimbery Buerkle (Harding)
October 11, 2018
I'm so sad to hear about Brian passing away. So very so for your loss. I went to middle school and high school with Brian and also we went to CCAC together he was always a good time always smiling.
Missy and Blair DalBon
October 11, 2018
Sending our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Matthew 5:4
With Deepest Sympathy, Missy and Blair DalBon
Barbara Ladley(Heyl)
October 11, 2018
Brian your mother has a heart of gold always helping others with meals and anything they needed. She was there for myself and my family after my diagnosis of brain cancer and has been a great friend and cheerleader for the past 5 and 1/2 years.I'm sure she wished she knew what to do for your pain in what you were going through. My heart shatters for her and your families loss.
Arlene Lipton
October 11, 2018
We're so so sad by your loss.can't imagine what you're all going through..But you're in our thoughts always..Love and prayers to your whole family.
Arlene and Lori Lipton
Deb Podlesnik
October 11, 2018
I am at a loss for words during this sorrowful time. I am thinking of you and praying for peace and comfort.
Jennifer Hodak
October 11, 2018
My deepest sympathies to Brian's loved ones. My heart is broken with the news of his passing. He was a sweet and kind soul. May he Rest In Peace.
October 11, 2018
So sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family.
Jim and Louise Zawojski
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Lorraine Mersing
October 11, 2018
Cathy & Family, so, so sorry for your great loss.
I will be praying for strength, healing and peace for you all in the coming days.
October 11, 2018
Death is never easy to cope with especially when young but God's word can bring you comfort. Luke 7:11-15
Christine
October 11, 2018
The loss of Brian is painful and it will be hard at times trying to express to others how you really feel. Those who love you understand and will be by you to help you through this most difficult time. (Proverbs 17:17)
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