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Richard Brean Obituary
Norton - Richard "Rick" Brean, 56, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, December 26, 2016. (One day before he and his wife's ten year wedding anniversary).
Rick was employed at Hycom in Barberton for the past 11 years. He was a member of AA. He loved football, fishing and going to concerts with his wife.
He loved his family so much and had a heart of gold. He always expressed his love to those he held close to his heart.
Preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert and Gladys Brean and Bob and Maxine Snyder; father, George Brean; brother, Mike "Mikie"; step-mother, Julie Brean; his mother's companion of 28 years, Frank Smole and father-in-law, James Townsend.
Rick is survived by his loving wife of ten years, Maureen; daughters, Linda and Trisha Lee; beautiful, amazing and devoted mother, Bonnie; step-daughter, Dianna and her daughter, Casey; step-son, Robert (Holly) and their children, Hailey and Jacob; mother-in-law, Eve Townsend; brothers, Randy (Charlene) Brean and Mark Brean; nephew, Markie Brean; sister-in-law, Tracy Brean; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins; his AA friends; along with many other friends, and his special four-legged buddy, "Jack".
May he find peace at home with the Lord.
Cremation has taken place. A memorial service for Rick will be held Saturday, January 7th, 2017 at 4 p.m. at Grace Church, 3970 Cleveland Massillon Road, Norton 44203 with Pastor Dan officiating. Followed by a dinner. The family will receive friends from 3 p.m. until time of service.
Rick will be laid to rest with his father, George and brother, Mike at Greenlawn Memorial Park. 330-745-3161
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Collier
January 5, 2017
Maureen,didn't know u guys, but I feel ur pain,right before your anaveraery,sooo sorry!!!;!!!
Wally Hood
January 4, 2017
Rick has been a friend since childhood. And last seen him at lock 3 with his dear Maureen enjoying a dose of rock and roll !
Sure going to miss you my
friend !!
I prey that you find peace Maureen !
Truly one of a kind !!!
Rock on brother
God bless and rest in peace !
Wally Hood and family
Cheryl Falb Bartoe
January 4, 2017
My condolences to the Brean family. I went to Norton with Rick and havent seen him since then, although you lived so close. I pray for peace for his family.
January 4, 2017
Condolences,,,, Rick will aways be in our Heart,,,, Will Truly be Missed,,
In God's Hands,,,, At Peace,
, God Bless, Todd , Leanne Irby
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Jake Straley
January 3, 2017
My condolences go out to the Brean family. Rick was a wonderful person growing up with. I will truly miss him.
Debbie nee Rafeld
January 3, 2017
I pray you find peace to know you will meet with your honey again in heaven and I fondly recall the lovely wedding at the Lake Anna gazebo and am so pleased you shared the last decade together! I love you Maureen. Debbie nee Rafeld
Gary Fontana
January 3, 2017
So sorry to hear about Rick. I am a foster brother of his from a long time ago. We all had a reunion of sorts about 10 years ago. I regret that I haven't kept in touch. My heart goes out to all the family at this sad time.
Patty Burch
January 3, 2017
I am so sorry I grew up with them I haven't seen them in years but never forgot how nice that family was god bless you rick r. I. P
Cindy Kenna--Carmany
January 3, 2017
Rest in Peace Rick!
Alicia Burgan
January 2, 2017
I'm so sorry for you loss. Maureen and Rick will always have a special place in my heart. May God bless you and keep you.
Matthew Phillips
January 2, 2017
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Matthew and Melanie Phillips
Danny OBrien
January 1, 2017
I am so sorry for your lose. I haven seen Rick, in years, God Bless you all
Russ Henderson
January 1, 2017
Our deepest sympathies.Russ and dorothy Henderson.Russ is a former classmate.
paul an kathy ellinger
January 1, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss maureen....but we will always remember the good time we had with rick and you at the ny state fair in august of 2016. Rick will never be forgotten.
mick Maag
January 1, 2017
Shocked to read of Ricks passing.... Rest in Peace my Friend..
January 1, 2017
To the Brean Family: I am so sorry for the loss of this wonderful man, Rick. We grew up together in Clinton. The Headrick family sends their condolences. My mom and dad were so grieved to hear of your loss. We loved Rick! We had many fond memories with Little League and general pool and neighborhood fun. See you again one day in heaven!
Blessings in Christ our Lord,
Patty Headrick Neidert
Kay Tuttle
January 1, 2017
God bless you.
January 1, 2017
Was so sad at the news of his passing. My prayers are with his family. For God to give them strength. Will always remember his smile. always had one for all. Take care God Bless.
Lisa Chapman
Michele Kramer
January 1, 2017
May God bless you and hold you close during these difficult days. May you have peace that passes all understanding.
Michele Kramer
Michael Livingston
January 1, 2017
Rick will be missed at our Tuesday meeting. Until we meet again, put the pot on and say hello to our friends. Yours in the spirit of the program.
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