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Alissa Bergan
May 21, 2005
To the Ottoson family, Head Charge family and Black Flood family... I don't need to tell you how much he will be missed, and I don't need to tell you how incredible he truly was...you all already know this... In the time that I spent with him, he would always talk about his family with such pride, loyalty, and love... you all meant so much to him and he was never afraid to say so. what a big heart! what a warm smile!
Sara
May 18, 2005
To all of Bryan's friends, bandmates and family, I send my deepest and most heartfelt sympathy. I didn't know him long, or very well. But the few times I spent with him were more than enough to make me realize what a great musician, and furthermore, what a great person he was. He will be deeply missed, by those who knew him and those who knew his music.
Bryan- thanks for everything, you'll always be in all our hearts
Jennifer Casey
May 18, 2005
Resting in the arms of the angels forever and ever for an eternity. I love you Bryan.
Danielle
May 3, 2005
what a special guy... always very sincere and caring. I am lucky to have gotten to know him, and am comforted with the fact that his music will live on.
To the Ottoson family.. my sympathies and love. You are constantly in my thoughts.
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Angus Lawson
April 30, 2005
This is a message to Bryan’s family.
I am very sorry that Bryan has died. When dad told me I was very sad because he was a very good guitarist. I saw him play with American Head Charge at Wolverhampton with mum and dad four weeks ago. It was one of my best concerts so far. AHC is one of my favourite bands. His birthday was on my birthday. I am 9 years old and will always think of Bryan on my birthday.
RIP Bryan
Love from Angus Lawson
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Miranda~Gwatta Thune
April 29, 2005
Wow, all I can really say is thank you for being apart of my life. My sister, mom, all my friends, and myself will miss you so much. But at least we know you're still here with us. That'll never change. Thank you for giving us great music. Thanks for being such a funny, nice, and just all around good guy. You were awesome Bryan. We all love and miss you so much. But just thank you for giving me the pleasure of knowing you as long as i did. And to the band and family, keep your chins up. Just imagine Bryan givin you a big ol' hug. That's what I do. And thank you Chad, you really helped me the night of the wake. I can see why Bryan was such a sweetheart, he had you as a brother.
<3 miranda, Bryan's Gwatta. 3:33
REV JASON PORTINGA
April 28, 2005
WORDS CAN NOT EXPRESS THE LOSS THE WORLD HAS SUFFERED WITH THE PASSING OF BRYAN. ONE LESS PERSON TO MAKE US SMILE, ONE LESS PERSON TO MAKE US LAUGH, ONE LESS PERSON TO MAKE THIS WORLD A LITTLE MORE TOLERABLE FOR US ALL. I'AM GLAD I COULD GIVE YOU DIMEBAGS GUITAR PICK AND I WAS HONORED THAT YOU CARRIED IT EVERYWHERE, I HOPE IT WENT WITH YOU. I KNOW YOU ARE JAMMING WITH DIME RIGHT NOW! TO THE OTTOSON FAMILY; THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR BRINGING SUCH AN AMAZING PERSON INTO THIS WORLD.STAY STRONG AND MAY YOU NEVER FORGET THE INCREDIBLE IMPACT BRYAN HAS HAD ON SO MANY PEOPLES LIVES. PLEASENT JOURNEYS MY FRIEND--REV.JASON PORTINGA
Steve
April 27, 2005
To the Ottoson Family.
I was deeply saddened when I heard of your loss.Though I knew Bryan for only a very short period of time.He made me feel like we were old friends.He was extremely funny and full of life.I feel lucky to have known him and called him a friend.I truly believe the world has lost an incredible person and musican.
He will be missed by many.
R.I.P Bryan
Steve Ruzicka
April 27, 2005
Bryan~
The only thing greater than your gift in music was your heart. The world will miss you. Im just glad I was able to spend some time with you before you passed.
RIP 333
April 27, 2005
I did not know Bryan personally, but was a fan of AHC. It is never easy or fair to loose someone so young. My thoughts go out to the family and friends of Bryan. He lives on in your hearts, and his music lives on forever.
Shayla Houser
April 26, 2005
There's a new star in the sky...
I keep thinking that I'm not sure what I'm going to do without you, but I've come to realize that I'll never be without you. You're always going to be here. Thank you for EVERYTHING.
To the Ottoson Family...thank you for everything. You mean the whole wide world to me.
Cassandra "MetalRose" Layne
April 26, 2005
He will be missed. RIM- Rest in Metal, brother.
Jordan Riggs
April 26, 2005
The Phedge camp sends it's condolinces. R.I.P brother, we'll keep rocking the cold north.
Gretchen & Kevin Lohmann
April 26, 2005
Our thoughts are with all of the family and friends whose lives were touched by Bryan.
Kara Schmidt
April 26, 2005
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of such a good person.
kara (franklin girl)
Pemdy Aasland
April 26, 2005
My thoughts are with the friends and family of Bryan at this tragic time ...
Pemdy
L. Rock
April 25, 2005
Simply amazing guy, simply!
To the Ottoson family: Find peace and comort in your mind and heart at this sorrowful time.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers each night.
Sincerely,
Lorraine
crystal tyson
April 25, 2005
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family, friends, and other fans. Its always hard when such a great band loses one of their members. Bryan will be missed by many. Love and best wishes to the rest of the family/band.
Justin Fowler
April 25, 2005
I will miss my friend forever.
Kristina Spears
April 25, 2005
What can I say? Bryan touched so many lives in so many different ways. The memories I have of him will stay with me forever. Luv Ya Beefy.
Jessica Fowler
April 25, 2005
We are deeply saddened by your loss, and can only imagine what you may be going through. We will always remember Bryan as the bright, energetic, loving, and caring person he was. We will never forget the brother he always was to Justin. We pray for you to have strength and courage to get through this time of sorrow. Know that you will always be in our thoughts and in our hearts.
the Fowler Family (Jessica, Karen, Corey, Camryn, and Aidynn)
bridget sutter
April 25, 2005
When I heard the news my heart sank. It has been a while since I have had time to go to a show, but I will always remember the excitement and entertainment.....
Kateri Tyre
April 25, 2005
I had the lucky experience of touring with AHC three years ago. Bryan and I became very close and even snuck off to ride the ferris wheel at a roadside carnival when the tourbus made a food stop. We managed to delay the trip long enough to get scolded on our return, but I wouldn't give that up for anything. We had such a blast together and stirred up a lot of mischevious but good-natured trouble. I honestly can't think of another person so full of energy and life. In fact, I keep expecting him to pop around the corner and surprise us all with that grin on his face. He knew exactly how awesome his life was and didn't take it for granted one bit. He was sincere and gratious to his friends and fans alike. Despite the heavy heart that brings me home for the funeral, I feel overwhelmingly happy and lucky that I got to experience his friendship. Bryan - you are a remarkable and unforgettable soul. I love you, bud.
Johanna DelCastillo
April 25, 2005
Bryan was one of a kind and a wonderful friend. He will always be remembered and he will be sorely missed.
Greg Moog
April 24, 2005
Beefy,
I love you with all of my heart my brother. Your art, heart and soul will always be with me and the rest of the Diesel Crew. Thank you for making my life so much better. 3:33 ;)
Greg Moog. G. Diesel. Your Brother.
Leeann Persons
April 24, 2005
I'am deeply sorry for your loss. My name is Leeann and I went to High School with Bryan at Osseo. He could always make me laugh and I loved the crazy energetic side of him. One memory I will never foget was when he played his guitar for me and my friend Natalie in his underwear! He was such a goof back then. I an deeply saddened and sorry for your family's loss at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike Henderson
April 23, 2005
Bryan will truley be missed. I wish more people had the chance to actually see the true person he was. Always positive, upbeat, and friendly. Just an all around great guy in general...
RIP!
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