Brent William "Brett" Bathrick Sr.

Brent William "Brett" Bathrick Sr.

Brent Bathrick Obituary

Published by Times Herald-Record from Jul. 9 to Jul. 10, 2006.
Brent William "Brett" Bathrick, Sr., 31, of Middletown, died unexpectedly Saturday, July 8, 2006 at his residence.

He was born in Goshen, N.Y. on April 4, 1975, the son of Patricia Burke Bathrick of Huguenot, and the late Ronald Bathrick.

He owned and operated Absolute Home Repair, Middletown, N.Y. He served as past 2nd Assistant Chief of Washington Heights Fire District and was a member of the Washington Heights Fire Company, Middletown. He also worked on the safety truck at Orange County Speedway.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Jennifer Bathrick, and son, Brent W. Bathrick, Jr. of Middletown; sister, Bonnie M. Finkel and her husband, William, of Westbrookville; his mother-in-law, Donna L. Healy of Middletown; father-in-law, Douglas C. Smith and his wife, Amy, of Alabama; brother-in-law, Daniel C. Smith of Middletown; several aunts, uncles, nephews, numerous friends and fellow firefighters.

Friends are invited to call today, Monday, July 10 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Morse Funeral Home, Inc., 33 Railroad Ave., Middletown, with fire company services at 8 p.m.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, July 11 at 10 a.m. in the funeral home. Interment will follow in Hillside Cemetery, Middletown.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Brent's name may be made to the family to help defray funeral expenses in care of Morse Funeral Home.

Arrangements are under the guidance of the Morse Funeral Home, Inc.

This obituary was originally published in the Times Herald-Record.

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July 8, 2025

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December 23, 2024

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Marilyn Healy

July 8, 2025

19 years have gone by without you here. It doesn´t seem possible. I miss you everyday. I hope you´re at peace. We´ll never forget you Big Daddy! Peas and carrots forever

Cathy

December 23, 2024

Brenny , 18 yrs......your absence is felt always,,..Mommy joined you 11 years ago today .. another hole in our hearts .....Lil Justin 5 yrs...such tragic loss is hard to fight ..You are all Loved Missed ..I know you are all together, but a sign of your peace would be a great gift .... love and Cat..

January 28, 2020

Coming up on 14 years.. 14 whole years since I last saw your face, heard your voice or held you. I still think of you every single day. Brent Jr is a grown man, graduated high school with honors and now in his second semester of college. He is your twin, spitting image of you. So much has happened, we lost our nephew Justin, Bonnie needs your love and guidance from up there, we all do...
I often relive that horrible day, I honestly wish I can forget it, the only comfort I have is that you are with your parents, and you are at peace. You are missed, and I will always love you, forever in my heart..
Love, Jenn

Jennifer bathrick

October 11, 2015

Missing you today, and every day.. not a day goes by that I do not think of you. Hope you and your parents are happy together again, just wish you were all here with us. Love you forever and always

Marilyn

August 12, 2015

Wow! Reading all these messages brings me right back to the day you left. It's like it was yesterday you left us forever. Oh how I wish you were to see what's going on in all of our lives. Sooo much has changed in 9 years! I hope you're up there, reunited with your mom and dad, and having the best time. There's so many times I wish you were here so you could make me laugh. No one could make me laugh as much as you did. I will never forget you and all the great times we had. Love and miss you Brett! Peas & carrots for all of eternity! ❤

July 31, 2012

So 6 years has passed since you left us and still i miss you the same... Brent is groing up to be an amazing young man and takes after you in many ways. Please continue to watch over all of us as we continue through life. Love you always and forever...

Heather

April 25, 2012

So, prom is coming up in a few days & every day it gets closer, it just makes me think of you even more. For six years, I promised myself I wasn't going to prom. But I thought about it, & I know for a fact that you wouldn't want me missing it. Plus, I know you're gonna be with me at prom. All I could do was think about you while I was looking for a dress. & I can still hear you telling me you were gonna take me to prom. Everyday without you just gets harder & harder, but at the same time, it's just another day closer I am to seeing you again. I miss you so much & I never stop thinking about you. I love you

Heather

October 29, 2011

Sometimes I feel like I haven't seen you in years
Other times I feel like it was just yesterday
But in the reality that's filled with tears
I know it has been too many days;
With you gone,
I don't feel whole.
When I saw the raes at dawn,
I thought of you, My Troll
All I could do was cry
As you walked up to Heaven
Looked back and said "Good bye" ...


I love & miss you more and more every single day. I write poems about you all the time.. Hope you like it

Jennifer

July 8, 2011

Brett,
5 years ago today you left us with out saying good bye. Not a day goes by with out me thinking of you... I keep telling myself that you are in a better place but I still wish you were here with me and the rest of your Family and Friends. Raising Brent without you is hard but I am doing the best I can. I wish with everything that I have in me that this was all a night mare... but sadly its not and you are gone... so as I go on in life please watch over me and help me through, you are my angel. RIP, I will Love and miss you until the day I am with you again

Heather Healy

April 20, 2011

To you, Brett..
Your birthday just passed not too long ago and standing over you with six feet in between us was so hard to cope with. I miss you more than you will ever know. Times are rough without you here and I wish I can change that. I know I've made decisions that you wouldn't agree with but I'm sorry, I really am. Looking at Junior every day is like looking at you in a kids' body.. He is young but he has such a good head on his shoulders. He's so smart and I know you're watching over him and seeing how well he is doing. I miss you more than anybody could ever imagine and I wish you were here cause we all need you. I just wish this whole thing was a nightmare that I can't escape from. But it's not, it's all reality and that's the worse part about this whole situation.. There's no escaping from it. I hate not having you here, but I know you're in a better, safer place. I love you so much, Brett.. You were my Troll, and my BEST friend. We were so close.. I honestly couldn't have asked for a better friendship. Writing this is so hard, I have tears rolling down my face and mascara streeking down my cheek.. I'm a mess without you. I miss you so much and I hope you're doing okay! I can't wait to see you again! Love always and forever, Heather Aka Troll

Jennifer Bathrick

July 8, 2010

I can't beleive that it has been 4 years since you left us, I have been re-living that day all day long minute by minute and it is still so hard. I miss you so much and it hurts just the same as it did 4 years ago. Brent Jr misses his Daddy and we still talk about you and I have kept my promise... he will never forget what a great Daddy you were to him and how much you loved him. I will always love you and not 1 day goes by with out you being on my mind... still I ask WHY?????

Patricia Bathrick

July 7, 2010

Today is July 7th tomorrow will be 4 years since you left us the pain will never go away but the love will always be there, babe I miss you so much! Every day I think of you sometimes I cry sometimes I laugh but when I look at Brent jr at least we still have a part of you.Your name comes up so much so many people still think of you! Rest in peace I hope your up there with your dad,poppop, and all the rest of your family and friends being happy.I Love you so much and miss you. Your mommy.....

Patricia Bathrick

June 28, 2010

To my baby its almost 4 years and it seems like it just happen, i miss you so much and the pain will never go away you are always in my thoughts and in my heart forever. You would be so proud of your son he got such agreat report card and is so much like you!We miss you so much I cant help saying that so many times, God do i wish you were here! I hope you are with your dad and both of you are resting peacefully, I love you!Everyone misses you so very much.Love your mom

Patricia Bathrick

December 24, 2009

To my Brent, well its Xmas eve almost, and your son is so excited waiting for Santa I wish you were here to see but you are in everyones heart. Not a day goes by that I dont think about you and miss you so very much!With all my heart I hope you are safe with your dad,poppop,grandmother who I miss so much to.Take care my son, my baby Ilove you mom

Gordie

July 8, 2009

Brett,
I never realized that 3 years could go by so fast.It has been so hard for everyone.Not one day goes by without me thinking of you.I could have used your support many,many times,being that you were,(to put it nicely)"my spokesman".Brett,everyone misses you so much:your mom,sister,jen,brent jr.,donna,danny,heather,your aunts,uncles,cousins,nephews and all of your friends.Like jen said,you had such a great impact on EVERYONES lives.You were the life of every party.It seems like everything i do,everywhere i go, i stop and think " what would brett do in this situation,or what would brett say about this".Brett, you are sadly missed.We all love and miss you.Peas and carrots forever,Git 'er done big daddy!!! Firefighter 005.

Heather AKA ''Troll''

July 8, 2009

Brett, words cannot even begin to explain how much you're missed. It does not feel like 3years already. I still think about you and tear up every now and then. Seeing Brent Jr. grow up, he's looking more and more like you.It's scary. It feels like only yesterday, you were here with us all.. But then again, it feels like forever . Troll, you are gone but NEVER forgtten. RIP Troll; I love & miss you like CRAZY!

Marilyn

July 8, 2009

Damn, I can't believe it's been 3 years since you been gone. The pain is still there and it hasn't gotten much easier. I think about you everyday. I wish I would've gotten one more day to see you. I miss and love you! Peas and Carrots forever!

July 7, 2009

Brett,
I can't beleive that it has been 3 years since you left us, it still feels like it all happened yesterday but at the same time it feels like forever since the last time I saw your face or heard your voice, Brent Jr talks about you all of the time and misses his Daddy. It hurts so bad to still hear him cry. You are missed so much by everyone, you still come up in our conversations all of the time. You mad such an impact on everyones life and you will never be forgotten! I am still convinced that you watch over me and Brent and that you are at peace. I will love you always and forever.

Patricia Bathrick

July 7, 2009

Brent,3 years ago today I had a son and then tomorrow you were gone, I cant say how much you atr missed, there is no worde.I looked at your son and I see you in so many ways and how sad he is sometimes.I look at your sister and how hard it is for her. Jen too misses you so much. Donna and I sit and talk about you we laugh but yet we still cry. I miss you more than you will ever know, I love you so much . Mom

Jennifer

May 22, 2009

Brett,

It is so hard without you here. Brent is going through so much that he would not be if you were here! I don't know what to do anymore, he is so sad and really needs you, this is not fair.... we miss you so much and I just keep wondering why things had to turn out the way they did......Maybe one day I will understand and things will be easier but its really hard to deal with everything now. Please watch over him.
I will always love you!

Marilyn

April 6, 2009

Happy Birthday Brett! There's no way to describe how much I miss you. I keep hearing stories on how much you loved me and I was always your favorite! I wish you were here so we could all stop crying and just be happy again. Love you. Peas and Carrots forever!

John Clapp

April 5, 2009

Happy birthday bro!!! i miss you so much! you got me threw my tours in afganistan and iraq! it was all for you! love you!

April 4, 2009

Brett,
I still think about you every day and miss you more and more. Today we brought balloons to the cemetery and just stood there in the very cold wind. I tried to stay calm and not cry but I lost it. I miss you so much and just thought about how we should have been planning how we were going to celebrate your Birthday,not standing over your grave, it's just not fair. Brent Jr misses his Daddy so much and talks about you all of the time. It breaks my heart to see what he is dealing with and you not being here for him.
I miss you and you will always be in my heart
Love always,
Jenn

Patricia Bathrick

April 4, 2009

To my baby boy, Even though you are gone the love has never dies, I hope you are at peace and happy/ Alot of people are so sad, but your memory will live on, your son is living proof, Jenny keeps your love alive so much with Brent jr. Bonnie tells so many stories ro Dylan,Justin and Ronnie, who I think takes after you in so many ways.Donna and I talked about you so much.All your family wishes you were here. If tears could bring you bsck, you would be here.Your friends tell stories some funny,some not but yet they all miss you so very much. Gordie could have really use you so much in this past year and Rob too, but I guess somethings were not meant to be.So my son as I close this letter, Happy Birthday I miss you so much. Resr in peace. I love you. Your Mommy.

Pattricia Bathrick

April 3, 2009

My Baby Boy,Tomorrow would have been your 34th birthday, I just think back to the day you were born and how happy your dad and I were, we had our lirrle girl and now we had a boy, how lucky could we get.You will never know how much you were loved by family and friends, I thank god for some they have been so good.I just want you to know one of your family Gordie help me so much lasyt. week, I can never thank him enough,we all miss you so much, I just hope you are having a Happy Birthday and you are at peace.I know tomorrow is your birthday,but my labor started today 34 years ago so Happy Bithday baby boy I love you and miss you so very much.Your Mommy as you like to call me whem you wanted something.

Patricia Bathrick

January 8, 2009

To my baby boy, I hope you know how much you are missed and how much you were loved. I still can not believe you are gone. everyday thats goes by I still think of you and miss you.All of our family and friends tell me about things that happen,some make me happy,some sad but no matter what you will always br my baby boy. I love you so much,Imiss you so mommy

Bonnie Finkel

January 2, 2009

Hey Little Brother,
It's been quite some time that I've written. A lot has happened in my life. I need you here now more then ever. My life is falling apart, You said you would be here. Your not. I don't believe in promises anymore. I miss you so much, a part of me has died along with you. My boys still ask me when I'm crying "Mommy are you crying because your brother died." I wanted my kids to know who their uncle was. I wish I could turn back time. I would bring us back to when we were kids. I miss you so much. You changed so many lives. I hope your at peace now and please watch over my kids and I.

Chrissie Healy

July 8, 2008

2 years ago you broke so many hearts we will never forget you BIG Daddy esp. your little Trollio, I know you are watching down over everyone you loved

Jennifer

July 7, 2008

Brett,
2 years..... it is so hard to beleive. I still to this day ask why, I just do not understand. I miss you so much and so does Brent Jr. I have kept my promise and talk to Brent about you all of the time. He will never forget you.
This is so painful..... I miss you and to see what our son is going through hurts so bad. Life is so hard without you here with us. Hopefully one day it will get easier and maybe one day I will understand.
I think about you every day and will love you always!

heather "troll"

July 7, 2008

It's been two years since you went away.I still remember that very day,I remember moment , that time, that place, where I couldn't stand no longer.My whole body sank to the ground,And my world was dead, all around.I couldn't deal with all the pain.This didn't come to our heads.It wasn't what was being talked about or said.I wish we could go back to how it was.Now I am here sad and lonely.Whenever I was down and blue,I would always turn to you.I wish this hadn't happen,from the start.Now the only way I could keep you is here in my heart.I can only wait 'til it is my day I see you again.As for now take care my friend!

heather troll

June 30, 2008

wow!its almost two years already..
it seems like forever since i saw you..but the 2 years came quick!
i miss you with all my heart!!

Jennifer

April 4, 2008

Brett,
Happy 2nd Birthday in heaven. We should be out celebrating and having a good time...... Brent wanted to go to the cemetery today but it was raining and cold so we went out to dinner and a movie and also burned 3 white candles for you. We miss you so much and wish you were here with us.
Love you always

heather aka troll healy

March 4, 2008

hey troll,really miss you.a lot has happened scine you been gone.everyday i think about you and miss you more+more.its not easy without you here with us.espacially on holidays, but we pull through.i cannot believe its almost two years without you.we really miss you alot.
youre never forgotten.

RIP

March 2, 2008

Brett,
More time has passed but it is still very hard to believe that you are gone, I miss you so much. there is not one day that goes by that I do not think about you. Our son looks more and more like you every day- he even makes the same facial expressions... i wish you were here to watch him grow up with me, he misses his Daddy so much and talks about you all of the time. i hope you are at peace and are watching down on Brent and I and the rest of your loved ones. i love you and will always hold you and the memories close.
Love always and forever
Jenn

Marilyn

January 11, 2008

Holidays came and gone and you weren't there. I cried when we gave her your helmet. But she deserves it for your son. My birhtday is coming up soon... Another one without you. I love you and miss you much.

Al F

January 10, 2008

Still thinking of you.

Chrissie Healy

December 20, 2007

Hello there Brett I hope you are finally @ peace you broke so many hearts when you left us. and with the Holidays rolling back around you are in our thoughts and my little Troll misses you so much ..

Jenn

December 19, 2007

Our Xmas party for the firehouse was on 12/15/07 and Uncle Gordie presented your helmet to me in care of Brent Jr on behalf of the department, aux and the comissioners. That was so special and your helmet is hanging on Brent's wall
I miss you so much and so does Brent. Xmas is approaching and I am not looking foward to it in a way-your not here!

Marilyn

July 18, 2007

I can't believe its been a year since you've been gone. I miss you more and more everyday. It helps to be around your family and Brent. Parade season is coming up. I know you'll be with us so keep us strong. I love and miss you.

Jennifer

July 12, 2007

Brett,

I can not believe that it has been a year that has gone by. It has gone by so fast but at the same time it feels like an eternity since I last saw your face. We had a little memorial for you at the firehouse. We told some funny stories about you. It made it a little easier to deal with and being around family and friends helped too but it is still so hard.
I miss you so much and wish I could turn back time.
Love ya always and forever!!

Susie~Rose Larsen

July 8, 2007

We miss you so much. Aunt Susie, Uncle Ken, Kayleigh & Lars

Jennifer

April 4, 2007

Brett,

Today was another very sad, hard day. We celebrated your 32nd birthday at the cemetery. It was so hard to hear our son and nephews sing happy birthday to you. Brent Jr misses you so much as well as the rest of us. you are sadly missed but you will never be forgotten, that I promise. You will always be in my heart and in my thoughts. Not one day goes by without you being on my mind.
I miss you and will always love you

Love Jenn

February 20, 2007

Brett,
It's been 7 1/2 months and it is still very hard for me. I still ask the question that only you can answer. I'm trying to stop but I just cant. I really wish that I could bring you back. Our son misses you so much and still talks about you every day. He still remembers when the 2 of you built the snowman in the back yard 2 years ago and he threw the snowball in my face. I will do everything in my power to keep the good memories alive. I miss you and you will always be in my heart.

Love Jenn

Susie~Rose Larsen

February 9, 2007

I just want to Thank Everyone who has signed the Guest Book. Brent, Angel of mine, You never knew just HOW much you were Loved and how MANY people hold you dear. Miss you... Aunt Susie

Marilyn

February 8, 2007

Hey Brett. You missed my 18th birthday. We were supposed to go out. Even though you weren't there physically, I know you were there spirtually. Brenny slept over a couple weeks ago, and before he went to bed he kissed your picture good night. I cried like a little baby! He shouldn't have to kiss a picture good night. But we can't do anything about it now except tell him that you loved him and always will. I love you Brett and miss ya lots! (And please give me the strength to go through what I'm going through now...)

Bonnie Bathrick - Finkel

February 6, 2007

Brent,
Mom, the kids & I went through pictures today. I miss the good times we had. I miss you so bad. I hope your ok. I still can't stop feeling like maybe there was something I could have done to help you. We also talked to Al today. He misses you too. Watch over all who loved you. Be good up there, and say Hi to daddy for me. I love you little brother.
Love your big sis,
Bonnie

Bonnie Bathrick-Finkel

January 12, 2007

Hey Little Brother,
Thanks for giving me the strenth to move on without feeling like I'm forgetting you. I will never forget you or the time we did have. You were a big pain but one of the funniest guys I knew. I miss you so much, but I'm ok with the fact that your in a better place. I wish I could have taken your pain away, but as subborn as you were, you wouldn't have let me anyway. I'm looking at life in a different light now. We all should treasure who we have because we never know when they will go. I will love you always little brother.
Your big sis,
Bonnie

January 9, 2007

Brett,

The holidays with out you were really hard and just not the same. We all miss you especially Brent Jr. I really wish that you were here for all of us but I know that you are watching over all of your loved ones. I can't believe that it has been 6 months since you have passed. It still is very hard for me to understand why this all happened. Brent kisses your picture goodnight and sleeps with your shirt that he has me spray your cologne on. He still talks about you all of the time and he misses you so much. You are always on my mind and will be in my heart forever.

Love always,
Jenn

Bonnie Finkel

January 3, 2007

Hey Little Brother,
I'm sorry I didn't write sooner. I'm here wishing you were here with us. I still can't believe your gone. This has been the worst Christmas and New Year ever without you here. I know you dropped by me on New Year Eve's. (Thanks cause I needed that) I felt so at peace. I felt you touch me.

I'm making a promise to myself that this year will be better. I will try and put this behind me for you and Daddy. I miss you both so much it hurts. There has been a lot of changes here. Some for the better. Please just keep watching over us.

Your nephews are missing you too. I heard Dylan tell Justin he can still talk to his Uncle Brent in heaven. This breaks my heart. My kids will know how great you were. Tell daddy I miss him too. I will be with you both one day.

Dylan talks about his POP POP all the time. I love you both so much it hurts. You are here close to my heart today, tomorrow and forever.

Love Bonnie (Bonza Beans)

Susie~Rose Larsen

January 2, 2007

Hi Brent, It's Aunt Susie.. Today is your Mom's Birthday as you know, But nobody feels like celebrating anything anymore.. We are at peace knowing you are not in pain anymore but we miss you so very very much.. On christmas day we had a empty chair, it was totally by accident but we knew someone was missing- there and in our hearts , and that is where we placed the glass angel- the table was silent and not a word was said- everyone knew the pain I felt at that moment and everyday. To see you play on the beach again with Kenny and Little Brent would be a blessing, to see you dance with Kayleigh on her wedding day would be breathtaking but we know it is not to be. I miss you and Love you- please know that, always..Aunt Susie [p.s. I remember the promise]

Alicia Quinones

December 25, 2006

Merry Christmas Brett!! Even though you can not be with us this year in body we know that you are with us in spirit looking over us at this special time of year

Marilyn

December 24, 2006

Merry Christmas Brett!!!

D C

December 18, 2006

Well it another month and your not here to celebrate with us B. Missing you still and wish you the best X mas ever. Thank you for watching over all of us

Marilyn

November 17, 2006

I can't believe it's been 4 months already. It seems like just yesterday everything happened. Nothing has been the same since you've left. I still think that you'll show up any minute. The holidays are gonne be really hard this year but we will all get through it. Happy Thanksgiving Brett. Miss you...

D

November 15, 2006

Mising you terribly. Hope to see u in the future.

Marilyn

October 9, 2006

Another month has gone by without you here. People say that time heals all wounds but I'm starting to believe that it aint true. It's not supposed to be like this. I know we've had out diffrences in the beginning but Jack fixed all that. He made me be nice to you and when I seen that you were a good guy, I was grateful that he did that. You were like the older brother I didn't have. Now I ain't got one again. But I know you're around and I'll never forget you. Miss ya Brett. Peas and carrots...

Bonnie Bathrick-Finkel

October 8, 2006

To my little brother Brent,
Today is 3 months since you left us all behind. It's funny though, cause I still feel you here with me. Thanks for watching over me the other day. It deeply sadins me that I will never share another laugh or arguement with you, but I do share my tears with you everyday. Brent I miss you so much. I sit and stare at your picture and all I can say is WHY you? I hope one day you can share that answer with me. For now I will live my life the way I know you wanted me to. I guess you never realized how important you were to so many. I will let you live forever in my heart. We had our problems in the past, you could be a very thick headed guy, but I'm really happy that you were chosen to share 31 years with me as my baby brother. You'll always be special to me. I'm glad we didn't have any brothers/sisters because no other could have taken your place. Little brother you were one of a kind. I love you and pray your happy. Oh did you enjoy that cigarette I left for you? I still rememeber the small things. RIP little brother. Hugs & kisses
Your Big Sister,
Bonnie AKA (Bertha)

Jennifer

October 8, 2006

It's been 3 months ago since I last held you. It still hurts every day to wake up with out you next to me. I wish that I could just walk away from the pain but I realize that would be impossible because I could never forget the life that we shared. Brent misses you so much and wants his Daddy back, I have to remind him that you are alive in his heart and love him very much. We sit and reminise about all of the fun, silly, and special things that he and Daddy shared. It brings a smile to his face but it rips my heart apart knowing that he will never share those things with his Daddy ever again. Brett, I miss you so much and it's not getting easier. Each day that goes by with out you feels the same. Please watch over all who loves you. there is alot so you'll be busy! I love you my handsome man and I always will. Love, Your Wife

Hector Ramos

September 20, 2006

I can't explain why this is so hard but, I think you understand. I have a hard time grasping the fact that I can't see you for awhile. I listen to " AYO KATO " by DMX every day and I think of you. I MISS YOU!!!!!! You were my brother through thick and thin. I have a memory of what family is supposed to be and losing a part of that is killing me. How do I laugh when I shouldn't? How do I smile when I'm not happy? I've always struggled with that but you made things seem so simple when you were around. Taco's were not just something to eat, Mexicans and Puerto Ricans were not just nationalities. They were FUN and I hope you, Ron, and my pops are looking down at us from Paradise, laughing right now because we can all use a smile now and then.

"TACO'S LOCOS FOREVER HOMES"

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Bonnie Bathrick - Finkel

September 3, 2006

Brent,

It's your big sister again. I really miss you alot. I still have so many questions I want answers too. So many things I wish I had told you. When daddy died you told me you would never leave me. I just can't understand this or accept it. Please just give me that sign that your ok and watch over all who love you. I bet you your up there makin them crack up. I will admit as much as you had a sick sense of humor you were so funny and most of the time fun to be around. I'm proud that your my brother. I will always remember the good times we shared. RIP little brother. I will always miss you.

Gordie Healy WHFD 1

August 20, 2006

Brett, I really miss you.This has been really hard for me.It really leaves a void in the fire dept.It is just not the same without you.I will see to it that Brent and Jenny are taken care of.Not a day goes by without me thinking of you.I Love and miss ya man.Peas and Carrots Forever."G"

Marilyn

August 11, 2006

Well, its been a month. I can't believe how slow the time went. I keep thinking of the times that you made me laugh... and that was a lot of times! The parades are coming up soon. It won't be the same. I'm not looking forward to marching without you always saying something about the way we look! But I know you'll be around. Peas and Carrots forever Brett. Miss you.

Danny

August 8, 2006

Brett,I know you & I didn't always see eye2eye,and we had our little scuffles,but you were there 4 me when I really needed you, and for that I'll always be thankful.It wasn't always easy living together, but for all the good times, it was worth it.You were not so much a brother in law as you were a brother.I'll always love and miss you and help to make sure your son grows up into a man I know you would be proud of.See you on the flip side bro.

Patricia Bathrick

August 8, 2006

To my baby Brent,

It's one month ago today you left us. I don't know why. I wish I had the answer. The pain & the hurt will never go away. Your sister & I miss you so very much. We wish there was a way to bring you back, but for now little devil RIP. I hope you have the peace you were looking for. You will always be missed so very much and never forgotten. I love you & I will make sure your son @ nephews never forget how wonderful you were. You'll always be my golden boy.

Love you Mommy

Bonnie Bathrick-Finkel

August 8, 2006

Brent,

It's one month since your passing, and it hurts more today then the day you left us. I cry every day not knowing why? I miss you so much. I know your at peace, but you should be here with us. Please watch over us and some how help us through this. RIP little brother. I love you Brent, you are my baby brother for eternity.

Love always your big sister

Bonnie

Alvin Fernandez

August 5, 2006

Brett,I miss you allot,I remember our trip to Canada and all the fun times we had i've been looking at all our old pictures,We had allot of fun times together I wish you were still around but I know you are in a happy place now.I think of you all the time and i just keep wondering.I know one day i will get that answer.So until then I'll pray for you and your family.I'll check in on Jen and little Brent for you from time to time.I love you man..Al.F

Wendy wacha

August 5, 2006

Brent,

You'll be forever loved.Brent you were always the life of the party & for that your greatly missed you never failed to bring everyone in your presence laugher.I'll never understand why you left us but you'll never be forgotten I'll take care off bonnie for you . I wish I would have taken a bounce. Love Wendy & Brian & family

"Big" Aunt Kathy Montanye

July 30, 2006

Brent, I just want you to know that you were right, your "Aunt Kathy" did love you. I will always remember the jokes you used to pull on me , and I remember that when you laughed, everyone else did too. I choose to remember you that way, and I hope and pray that you and Dad are up there reminiscing with the rest of our family. Hopefully you are at peace. We love you, miss you, and will see you again someday.

Bonnie Bathrick-Finkel

July 21, 2006

Dear Brent,

I'm so sad your gone. I miss you so much. I keep thinking about us when we were kids. I remember when you, me, mom & daddy would take the twin size mattress and go sleigh riding behind the house. I remember all the water fights we had in the house to where there was about 2" of water on the ground. Your power slides, soccer boppers with daddy and when the neighbor would bother me you protected me. I'm very happy that you walked me down the isle, and that little laugh we shared. I'm so happy you had the chance to meet your nephews. Most of all I'm glad your my baby brother. I will miss you so much, but at least I have these memories to keep you in my heart forever. I love you Brent. Many hugs & kisses.

Love your big sister,

Bonnie

joe healy

July 18, 2006

I will miss brett. He was like a brother to me. he will be greatly missed. thank god our family is big to take care of jr.See Ya on the other side "BIG DADDY" GIT R DONE

Kimberly Knapp

July 18, 2006

I will miss Brett's smile and laugh he was a great guy who will be missed!!My prayers go out to his entire family.

July 17, 2006

You will be miss Brett. God Love you. M

Mellissa Robb-Sowa

July 17, 2006

I knew Bonnie and Brett in our younger years. When I heard of Brett's passing I knew the world lost another good person. It has been many years but the impact he made on my life will last forever. My deepest sympathies for his family. May he RIP.

Carol Noha

July 15, 2006

I knew Brett through Rob Redner, they would come to my house and hang out. I'm sorry to hear of Brett's passing. He will be sadly missed.

Jennifer Bathrick

July 15, 2006

Brett,

If tears could build a stairway and heartaches could make a lane, we'd walk the path to heaven and bring you back again. A heart of gold stopped beating a shining smile at rest, God broke our hearts to prove he only takes the best. Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, but God will call us one by one and the chain will link again.



It is so hard for me to say goodbye so I won't. You have given me the most precious gift of all, our son Brent Jr. Everytime I look at our little boy and hug and kiss him, I know that he is a part of you and it gives me some comfort. We both love and miss you very much and we will be together again when it is time. Please watch over all of us, especially Brent Jr. Rest in peace my handsome man. I love you always and forever, your wife.

Aunt Susie, Uncle Ken,Lars & Kayleigh

July 14, 2006

To Brent,Who ALWAYS made each person feel special,What will Aunt Susie do without the compliments and the jokes? Thank you for loving us, and for the memories. Thank you for last years vacation- those great days we spent with you, Jennie and Brent. I know your with Grandma Lorraine and Grandma Margaret, Grandpa John and Grandpa Walter.RIP, We love you so very very much.

Alicia Quinones

July 14, 2006

Jen and Family,

Words can not begin to say how sorry I am for your loss and that all of you are in my prayers. Time will slowly heal your wounds but we will never forget the great person that he was. I am here for whatever it may be that you need even if it's as simple as a phone call. I send you many hugs and kisses being that I am a distance away.

Debbie Lasch

July 14, 2006

Bonnie and Family,

There are no words to make this horrific time better and I certainly feel the pain you are feeling as I lost a brother a very long time ago. Know that he is in a better place and one day you will see him again. Always remember the good times and cherish them forever. Dave and I send you our deepest sympathies and please know that we are thinking of you.

Rebecca decker

July 13, 2006

We are Friends



I got your back



You got mine,



I'll help you out



Anytime!



To see you hurt



To see you cry



Makes me weep



And wanna die



And if you agree



To never fight



It wouldn't matter



Whos wrong or right



If a broken heart



Needs a mend



I'll be right there



Till the end



If your cheeks are wet



From drops of tears



Don't worry



Let go of your fears



Hand in hand



Love is sent,



We'll be friends



Till the end!!!!

Rebecca Decker

July 13, 2006

DEAR BRENT,

WE WANT TO SHOW YOU THE LOVE THAT YOU HAVE SHOWN ALL OF US THROUGH THE YEARS THAT WE HAD TOGETHER! THE BEST THINGS FROM OUR LIVES CAME FROM YOU! THE FUNNY TIMES ON RESERVIOR ROAD AND ALL THE DRINKIN TOO! BRENT YOU WILL BE SADLY MISSED WHEN WE ALL GET TOGETHER HANGIN OUT! WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOUR SMILE, YOUR JOKES, AND YOUR PERSONALITY! WE LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU OHH SO VERY MUCH! REMEMBER TO LOOK DOWN AT US AND AS WE CHECK IN ON YOU! WE HAVE ONLY THE HAPPINESS TIMES THAT WE EACH HOLD IN OUR HEARTS AND WE WILL NOT FORGET THEM, JUST LIKE YOU WILL NEVER FORGET US! LOTS OF LOVE AND HAPPY TIMES TOGETHER! HUGS AND KISSES!

THE RESERVIOR ROAD CLICK!!!!!!!

BONNIE, MISSY, JOE, HIRAM, TARA, CARLIE, BECCA, SAL, DINKY, MIKEY, JOHN,JR,TRACY, JAY, MATT, AND OF ALL OUR MISSED FRIEND BRENT(RIP)!!!!!!!ALWAYS AND FOREVER!

Diana & Butch Zoutmqn

July 13, 2006

Dear Jenny,BrentJr,Bonnie,Bill and Pat,

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very diffcult time.

The Zoutmans'

Gordon Healy

July 13, 2006

Go Rest High



As we continue to fight that great blaze, another angel is beside us on those frightful days. As you enter heaven into the arms of the son, you're so full of peace and your work here is done. As you step out in faith, after that great fight, we will look up in heaven and know you're alright. You were so young, and accomplished so much. Even those who barely knew you, their hearts you have touched. Never forgetting the memories you gave, holding them close each and every day. For every life that we save and fire we fight, you will be the knot in our rope, so we can hold on tight.



Firematically yours,

Chief Gordon Healy

Brent Bathrick Jr.

July 13, 2006

Daddy,

I love you very much and will miss you. Here is a prayer from me to you....



My Daddy is not always here to kiss me good night or to hold my Mommy tight. My Daddy sometimes can not play because he is not here with me today. Sometimes my Mommy looks sad but I assure her Daddy will come back. When he does I am the first one he sees when he opens the door and hugs me. My Daddy does not work 8-5 because he saves lives. You may think that your Daddy's the best but Mommy and me really know my Daddy is above all the rest. My Mommy prays at night so that God will be my Daddy's guiding light. So until he comes home please let him know we love him so. He not only is a fireman, he is my Daddy, my hero, my best friend.



Love Brent Jr.

Mom

July 13, 2006

Brent,



I love you and hope you are resting in peace with Daddy. We will be together again someday. I love you my baby boy. 'Till we see each other again, just remeber my heart is with you. I will miss you always. Love Mommy

Marilyn Healy

July 13, 2006

Jen,Brenny,and family,

I'm so sorry for your loss. Me and Brett was like Peas and Carrots. It hurts more everyday I wake up. We know hes around though...everywhere we go. Jen if you need anything, I'm always here for you. I love you guys....

Elizabeth banks

July 13, 2006

Brent,

I didnt know you all that well.

But you always made me feel wanted.



i miss you,

Love Liz.

Bonnie Bathrick-Finkel

July 13, 2006

Brent, It's me again. Words connot express how I feel about losing you. I'm going to do every thing I can to let your memory live on. With your baby boy Brent Jr & many others. You left good thoughts and of course names & insults with many of us, but that was you. Thats why you were so special. My last memory of you was a happy one. You holding your newborn nephew RONALD. I want you to know I am proud of your acomplishments in life. I wish I had told you this. Being a firefighter was one of your dreams & little brother YOU DID IT. I want you to know I will carry your memory on forvever & remember "I will be right here waiting for you". Please watch over all of us who loved you.

Love your big sister Bonnie

The Finkel Boys

July 12, 2006

Uncle Brent, We love you and will miss you very much. Mommy will tell us about the time Dylan was playing with your new fire pager and dropped it in the toilet and you had to blow dry it out. Hugs & Kisses Dylan, Justin & Ronald

Bill and Maggie Decker

July 12, 2006

Dear Jennifer And Family,

We are so very sorry and we just want you all to know that are hearts and prayers are with you.As you try and deal with such a horrible thing. And believe me, we know that their are no words out there that will help your pain right now. Just take it one day at a time.Always remember all the great times you shared. That little guy of yours will help you though all of this. We know because without all our little grandkids and close friends which are part of your family,We sure would not be where we are today.Just remember he is going to go up there in that big blue sky and find Tommy and help him on his race track and drive his saftey truck. I'm totally convinced that by now Tommy has a real big race track and a lot of Angels helping him!!God bless you and baby Brett,

the entire family . You all hold a special place in our hearts!

All our Love!!

Bill& Maggie

Bonnie Bathrick - Finkel

July 12, 2006

To My Dearest Brother Brent,

I will love you till the day I join you, but for now my brother please be at peace and never worry about being scared again. Our bond will never be broken for you are my blood and now my tears. I will take care of my Brent Jr. as if he is my own. Again I love you my dear brother. Dylan, Justin and Ronald will always know how wonderful their UNCLE BRENT was. Your brother -in law Billy will always remember you and take care of your big sister. Please give DADDY a big kiss for me. I love you with all my heart.

Jennifer Bathrick

July 11, 2006

Brett,

You are the love of my life and I will always love you. Your son will know what a great daddy you were to him. I will keep your love for him alive forever. You are in a better place now and we will be together again when it is time. I will always love you. Always and forever yours, your wife

cathy clapp

July 11, 2006

My love and prayers go out to all the family.

Cathy Clapp

Richard Montanye

July 11, 2006

Brent-

Although as we grown up, we kind of drifted apart.... As I sit here now, looking through my tears. of your passing, I remember us all the good times we had.

you will always be remembered......

Brent... I love you!!

your cousin.

Richard

Debbie Dowdy [Noha]

July 11, 2006

I knew Brett from school and i'm sorry to hear of his passing. He was a great person and will be sadly missed.

Jesica Forbes

July 11, 2006

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

trish o'brien

July 11, 2006

Deeply sorry for your loss.My prayers and thought are with you all.

Mike Atkinson

July 10, 2006

Sorry to hear about your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.

MEMBER OF WARWICK F.D.

July 10, 2006

BROTHER FIREFIGHTER

REST IN PEACE

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