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Brian Soderberg Obituary
DeWitt
Brian Phillip Soderberg, 66, of DeWitt, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2014 after a hard fought battle with Aplastic Anemia. Brian was born December 15, 1947, in Lansing, MI, the son of Rudolph Sixten and Evelyn Grace Soderberg. He graduated from Everett High School in 1966. Brian was General Manager of a property management company. He was an Eagle Scout and member of Scouting's Brotherhood of the Order of the Arrow; dedicated newspaper boy; Greater Lansing Amateur Hockey Association board member; former president, Associated Builders and Contractors; General Contractor; carpenter extraordinaire; avid MSU fan, and loved boating, hunting, fishing and travel. He especially enjoyed Pentwater, MI and Bonita Springs, FL. Above all, Brian deeply loved his family and friends, especially his 3 precious grandchildren. He was affectionately known to all as Big Daddy.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Kristine; sons, Erik (Angela) and Craig (Melissa); "unadopted" son, Joseph Braska, and 3 beloved grandchildren, Reese, Cameron and Cooper; sister, Karen Guiles (Neil); brother, Mark Soderberg (Michelle) and sister, Marcia Soderberg; along with a niece and 3 nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Elaine Soderberg; and nephew, Timothy Guiles. His rescue dogs, Taz and Ollie, were constant companions.
At Brian's request, cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held Friday, August 15th, at 11:00 a.m. at Catholic Community of St. Jude, 801 North Bridge Street, DeWitt, 48820. Interment will be at a later date. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, Contributions - VEO1FS, 4100 John R, Detroit, MI 48201 or the DeWitt Millennium Garden Club, P.O. Box 52, DeWitt, 48820.
Brian will be greatly missed by family and friends, but his memory will live on in our hearts forever.
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Sam and Chris Sinicropi
August 18, 2014
Condolences to Brian's family. He was a great guy.
Mike and Laurie Klecha
August 17, 2014
We were so sorry to learn of Brian's passing. It seems only yesterday we were at Holland Lake, holding up placards with numbers on them to rate Brian's waterskiing skills. And we will never forget the misty morning scenes of him on the paddle boat, going fishing with the dog on board. We send our sincere condolences on your loss. May peace be with you.
August 15, 2014
Very sad to hear of your loss. Many fond memories shared with Brian's family and ours.
Greg & Deena Hodson
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Chris Shepard
August 15, 2014
On behalf of Pine Grove Housing Service I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Brian's family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless
August 14, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family. His struggle is over and he is at peace. Love, cousins Gary & Linda
Wendy sunstrum
August 14, 2014
In memory. With love for your family. My prayers are with you
August 14, 2014
My heart is saddened with this sudden loss of such a great man. May your memories keep you focused on the good times. Continuing to pray for Kristine, Erik, Craig and family.
T. Loveall
Don and Carla Ball
August 14, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this very difficult time. The "Big Guy" sure will be missed.
Ollie
August 14, 2014
Kristine, Erik, Craig - I am sorry. Brian was a wonderful man and gentle soul. I will miss him. He was a blessing to little Ollie (and countless humans as well). Thoughts and prayers are with you. Brandy
Bobby Wilcox
August 14, 2014
Many years back, our paths crossed in the construction business. He was a very warm and friendly person, who was easy to deal with. Prayers go out to his family and close friends.
August 14, 2014
Sending love and prayers to all the family members and friends of Brian from Dick and Judy Gleason
Gail and Don Burke
August 14, 2014
My heart is broken for you with the loss of your brother, dad, uncle, and friend, Brian, knowing the love that was shared and how close you all were. It sometimes helps to know others truly care. All our thoughts and prayers are with him, and his loving, caring family.
August 14, 2014
Our hearts and prayers are with Kristine and family!
Dick and Judy Gleason
Mike Chappell
August 14, 2014
Sympathies to the families. May God give you all peace.
Verna Narwold
August 14, 2014
sending care for all, a great loss for the family.
Verna Narwold
Marshall Van Antwerp
August 14, 2014
Respects and condolences to the Family. BRIAN was the Big kid in the neighborhood, corner of Doris and Hilliard! I knew the way Brian handled himself and judiciouly ran his LSJ paper route, that he would go places and do well in life! And he did! Celebrate his life and don't mourn his passing, he is there waiting, patiently for you to follow him, in your own good time. Rest in Peace, Brian.
Nathan Zink
August 14, 2014
Prayers to the family
Ed & Rory Meister
August 13, 2014
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Brian's passing. We have GREAT memories of our times together at the lake, remodeling, card club, Holland Lake Smacker games and all the other crazy things we did. We were blessed to have known Brian. He will be greatly missed. Love and prayers from our family to yours.
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