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Leticia Soto
February 8, 2007
While visiting Toledo last weekend I learned of the recent death of my dear friend Luis Briceno in the obituaries. I couldn’t believe what I was reading. The paper stated he was in an automobile accident. I was in shock and dismay. I was looking for an answer. How could this happen? I had a hard time believing he was gone but eventually the deep unsettling truth sank deep into my heart and I knew it was something I had to accept. It hurt even more knowing that I had received this news too late. I couldn’t even go to the funeral to pay my last respects. I apologize to his family for not acknowledging sooner.
I had the privilege of knowing Luis for a few short years but seemed like a lifetime. He was such a warm hearted person who was caring, considerate and had a heart of gold. He was always there to listen. We could talk for hours about anything. He would offer advice and reasoning for problems I was having. I remember he used to ask me advice on women. He’d ask what they meant when they said this or what they meant when they did that. It was really cute. He always made me laugh.
Luis was what I call a true friend. He was there when I needed a friend. I remember one time that I was moving into a new apartment but my help had backed out at the last minute. I was alone but determined to move all by myself. He happened to call and asked me what I was doing. I told him about my situation and he was there within the ½ hour helping me move everything. It was just the two of us with a million of my boxes and furniture. I recall on many occasions him telling me that he had helped a friend move, or helped them in some way or another. He was never too busy to lend a helping hand. He was a person of great character. He never asked for anything in return. That’s just the type of person he was.
When we would hang out he had a way of making me feel like I was the only person in the room. He always gave me his undivided attention and showed that he was genuinely interested in my life. He had a smile that would light up the room and a laugh that anyone who knew him will never forget. My baby girl Aniyah and I had just visited him a week and a half before he passed away. He bought her 2 Christmas dresses, so we went over to pick them up and to visit while I was in town. He didn’t have to buy her anything for Christmas but he did and that just shows what a wonderful and generous person he was. We spent the day watching a movie, talking, he made me dinner and then it was time to head back home. He walked us to the car and I gave him a hug and kiss on the cheek. I thanked him for everything and for being such a great friend. I drove off waving goodbye, never knowing that it would be the last time I ever saw him.
I only have my memories to hold on to now; His unforgettable laugh and smile, his thoughtful emails and text messages for every birthday and holiday, him taking pictures all the time, and his love for his family and friends. I will miss my dear friend Luis terribly but I know he’d want me to smile and not be sad. I send my condolences and prayers to the family of Luis Briceno and everyone that had the honor of knowing him. He is a remarkable man and will never be forgotten.
Leah Brown
January 28, 2007
Luis-
I have been so priveledged to have known you. I think I will miss getting a text message from you during every holiday. I do not use the word friend often, but I can honestly say that you were one of my friends. I am sorry that I could not make it to the funeral to say good bye, but you and your family are in my prayers. I love you and I will miss you like crazy!
Judi/Jodi Kramer Schnieder/Duke
January 27, 2007
Our thoughts are with you and your family- He was very fortunate to have such a beautiful and warm-hearted group of people to spend his life
with. We love you and miss you all!
Ruben Garcia
January 26, 2007
My
deepest sympathy to the family of Luis. I met luis years ago and I was
lucky to have known him, he was a very good man, I will miss him. My
prayers are with him and his family.
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Dan, Patty, Tim, Matt & Danielle Bischoff
January 26, 2007
Dear Lewis,
We just heard about your dad tonight. An announcement was made at A.W.'s Wrestling meet. We are all very saddened by his death. He was a good man and will be missed very much. He wasn't only "one of the wrestling family," but truly a good friend. We are glad that we had the chance to spend time with him, with you, and your family. We have lots of good memories of the times we shared together. (Keep all of those good things close to your heart.)
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God be with you and your family at this very sad time, and always.
Our Sincere Sympathy to you and your entire family.
Rick Gerbeck
January 26, 2007
Louie will be missed.I feel fortunate to have met him and to have been a part of his family.The Briceno's are always and forever in my thoughts,prayers and heart.
matthew meehan
January 25, 2007
i love and miss u my heart is with all
matthew meehan
January 25, 2007
uncle luis was a great man i loved him he took me to get my first eggroll and i loved him my thoughts are with my every one
Maria Lira
January 25, 2007
I know you are following the path, God layed for you. You took his hand when you heard him call; you turned your back and left it all. Time seemed all too brief; God wanted you now, he set you free.
Joyce Jones
January 25, 2007
His not dead he is just away.
With a pleasant smile and wave of his hand he has wondered into the promised land. Think of him the same I say. He it not dead he is just away.
P.J. Ossege
January 25, 2007
Louis, you were like my second dad. You listened to me, you laughed at and with me, showed true concern for me and loved me like I was your own flesh and blood. You were there to take me home and pick me up whenever I wanted. You were there to take all of us kids to the mall, to the skating rink, and to school on cold, snowy days. Most of all, you were always there. I appreciate all you and Lisa ever did for me, and I could and will never forget you. It hurts to think of all the years I have missed around you and your family because your daughters and I grew our seperate ways. I'll miss you so much, and will never forget all that you and Lisa ever did for me. Thank you! I'll always love you.
Bob, Donna and Chad Gottschalk
January 25, 2007
To the Briceno Family:
May you find peace and comfort in the promise of our Lord. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joey Eason
January 24, 2007
My deepest and most heartfelt sympathy to the Briceno family. You are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. "I Peter 5:7"
JACKIE AND BENNY OBREGON
January 24, 2007
ROLONDO AND JOSIE AND FAMILY WITH ALL OF OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS..SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR SON. JACKIE AND BENNY
Becky Trenchik
January 24, 2007
We would like to extend our sympathy to your family during this time. Our prayer will be for the Lord to fill you with comfort and warm memories in the days ahead. (Your Jen and our Stefanie cheered together at AW.)
"The Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace." Numbers 6:26
The Trenchik Family
Bob, Becky, Stefanie, Ashley
Mike Romo
January 24, 2007
There Was A Time When I was Experiencing A very Trying Time In My Life,There Was No one That I Could Really Confide In.Then Louie Knew I Needed Comfort.He Spoke To me As If He Knew Me Well, When In Fact I Had Only Just Met Him Shortly Before This( 1992). While We Were Working Together He Found That I Was Depressed & Crying. He Sat There With Me While We Were On Break And Prayed With Me.So From Then On, I Always Told Him Everything Going On In MY Life. He Was A Listener As Well As A Comforter. Louie Was The Kind Of Man That Never Said An Unkind Word About Anyone. He Will Be Greatly Missed By Everyone Here At Work.
Esther Guardiola
January 24, 2007
Brown Briceno
I did not know Luis. He is the brother of my friend, Theresa; who is Luis' only sister. I know all three of Luis' children. Luis' sister, Theresa was the first Mexican Barbie doll that I ever met. It was funny one day when a student told her that she looked like a Barbie doll. Later, I told her that the Hispanic Barbie's name was Theresa. Luis has an older daughter named Stephanie. One time, we took a group of kids camping and the weather became severe. The tornado sirens sounded. Many of the kids were crying, but not Stephanie. Stephanie helped the adults put out the fire, pick up needed items before going into the shelter. Luis' sister, Theresa loves his children very much. I saw her be a wonderful aunt to them. This "wonderful" emanates from her love for her brother, Luis.
Theresa is my friend. She loves her brother, Luis. I am very happy for her.
Adios Brown Briceno.
Thomas Garcia JR
January 24, 2007
"Jesus Christ... has loved us and given us everlasting comfort and
hope. II Thesalonians 2:16
my thoughts and prayers are with you guys. Take care and be strong. Stephanie if you need anything contact me at 419-283-1803
Pamela & Sara Romo
January 24, 2007
To the Briceno Family
I will always remember Luis big smile and love that he had for his children. Luis adored his kids, i know they will miss him greatly, but always remember the love that he had for you. May God Bless you and provide comfort for you always.
Diana Armagost
January 24, 2007
There are no words to express my
sorrow and pain I feel. Only Christ can comfort us in these
trying times. I have been there, I pray for my daughter Aimee,
and my son-in-law Izzy and the whole Briceno family.
Vincent and Melanie (Roehrig) Maraugha
January 24, 2007
Josie and family,
We are so sorry for you loss. You are in our prayers and in our hearts.
Tony and Lisa Comstock
January 24, 2007
Josie and Rolando and therea,izzy,chip me tony and the kids are very sorry for your lost you are all in are prays .
James & Diane Bailey
January 24, 2007
Briceno Family,
Our condolences go out to your family during your loss. I pray that you can find strength in knowing that God's plan for Luis on Earth has been fulfilled and now he's home smiling down on everyone. I first met Luis when we played softball together for Cornerstone and the first thing I noticed about him (besides the good hair) was his smile. Some smiles can be very infectious and Luis had one of those smiles. Even though I did not know him very long I consider myself fortunate to have been able to connect with him. Your family will be in our prayers.
Maurice Williams
January 24, 2007
Praying the Lord will comfort you
with His peace...
surround you with His love...
and encourage YOU with His
presence.
"Jesus Christ... has loved us and given us everlasting comfort and
hope. II Thesalonians 2:16
Special Friend From
Liberty Nursing Center
Tanya Flores (Rodriguez)
January 24, 2007
To my long, long time friends the Briceno's.
Luis was one of the kindest people I had ever met. What blessed people we are to have known him. Thed and I spent so much time with him and his family back in the 80's. I will always cherish the wonderful memories of him. He gave me such wonderful insight about Christ and prayed over me in his own home. God blessed us all by bringing him into our lives. He will always be remembered as a kind and warm person. He will always be remembered with a smile. I grieve with all of you, Rolando, Josie, Orlando, Thed and Izzy. May God bless you all with cherished memories.
Zulema Lopez
January 24, 2007
I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. I hope you find peace and comfort knowing Luie is now with God. Just know God cares deeply when we suffer, and He is right there beside us all the time. The best thing to do is put your hand in His and trust Him. Because He not only knows what you're going through, He knows exactly who you are.
Kim (Kurek) and Dan Maloney
January 24, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Sherry McVicker
January 24, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Scott,Sherry,Joe,Zach,Jake McVicker
Brooke & Pete Koltz
Eboni & Khary McClellan
January 24, 2007
Izzy I am so sorry to hear about your brother your family is in our prayers love the McClellan family
Darrick & Tasha Carter
January 24, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
rafael valdez
January 24, 2007
Our hearts go out to the children of Luis. Share all of the memories of your father with yur children and look to god for comfort. God Bless all of you including the meehan family.
With deepest sympathy,
The Valdez Family
Rafael and Susan
Troy and Eva Dunn
January 24, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss.
Rodney and Sheila Eason
January 24, 2007
Luis was one of the sweetest, likable guys one could ever know. The thing we remember most about him is his smile and how he always doted on his family: his kids and grandkids, his mom and sister.
We send our love and prayers to the entire Briceno family.
Fred & Dora Rodriguez
January 24, 2007
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
Felicia Esquivel
January 24, 2007
Luis will be greatly missed by Sam and I. Our Condolences to the Briceno Family. Luis was a very Nice man and I will always remember that laugh every time I would talk to him.
Sam and Felicia Esquivel and Family
Marsha Kellerbauer
January 24, 2007
Luis,
My dear friend and brother in Christ I miss you so much. Thank you for all the good times we shared, it is a blessing to have been a part of your life, there is no one else like you. My deepest sympathy to your family and all those who love you. Our lives are richer for knowing you. I take comfort in knowing that you are "home" and that I will see you again.
Love your friend, Marsha
Brad Geer
January 24, 2007
My deepest heartfelt sorrows to Luis's family. Luis was a long time friend and co-worker. he will be greatly missed. I will see you again someday my friend.
Michele Mauder
January 24, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
I already miss Luis's smiling face and him waving to me every day at my work station at Jeep. He truly was one of the kindest, pleasant, and happiest people that I have been blessed to work with.
The time we shared with Luis was a blessing enriched by God.
Thank you for sharing him with so many of us.
Michele Mauder
Co-Worker/Jeep
Bradley Geer
January 24, 2007
Sorry to hear about this loss. Luis was a wonderful guy. I have many fond memories of old times at Church in Toledo. He will be missed.
Tim & Kristine Schaffer
January 24, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Magdalena Arnott
January 23, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the family as you cope with the loss of Luis. He had a heart of gold. Ruperta's Granddaughter, Lena
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