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Brent Neil Davis
1976 - 2005
Brent Neil Davis
1976 - 2005
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Brent Davis Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Bakersfield Californian.
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Cory Snow
January 30, 2018
I had a dream about you last night Brenty. It was really good to see you again. Thank you for stopping in to say hi. I wish we had more time.
July 3, 2015
Ten years ago today, we lost our precious Brent. It seems like just yesterday. Every birthday, every holiday, every special occasion -we think of you, miss you, and shed many tears over losing you. Our family will never be the same. There is a sadness we all carry, wishing things could be different. I know we all talk to you and hope you hear us. Mom and Dad miss you so much -Dad reminding us of stories about you, Mom carrying a picture of you in a locket. We all pray that you know how much you are loved and missed, and hope to see you again in heaven. Love you my sweet brother.
July 3, 2012
In the thoughts of so many who love and miss you, today and always!!!!
Love you,
Patty
October 28, 2010
Brenty
In two days it will be your 34th birthday. There isn,t a day goes by that your mother and I miss you so much. From the time you were a baby we all knew you were a very special gift from God. The stories shared with all your friends about how you lived makes so proud. On the very difficult days when we miss you so much we share a story of your life and really helps through those times. Your sisters have grown up to be bueatful inside and out, you would be so proud. I dream about what it would be if you were alive today. The golf and sharing your family that I will never know. Your mother and I must be satisfied by the 28 years God gave us with you, they were so special. Well Buddy We'll just have to wait and see you in heaven.
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November 23, 2009
Miss you, love you.......
October 6, 2009
Crazy how after all this time you still weigh so heavily on my mind. Missing you.
Cameron Davis
October 5, 2009
Hey Buddy, just wanted you to know I'm thinking about you tonight and missing you.
Wilson
January 1, 2009
Here I sit in Paris in the middle of the night wondering how I would re-write this story. The feelings still come back with the memory like it was yesterday.
You still make me the best person I can be most of the time and at least thankful for the time we had on this earth. This is part of the irony of life, you live until you don't and the mark you leave is all that is left of your living years by either passing on life or leaving it to pass. I haven't let the moments and trials we succeeded at forget or overtake the feelings of sadness that still reminds . And I don't curse you leaving us because of some grand scheme of things that as living human beings we cannot understand. I just miss you buddy and the whole world agrees, that even on vacation in Paris we can't forget the ones that helped us get where we are and shaped who we are a bit either, so I toast to the grand scheme of things and it's synchronicity we are all in debt to time only one day to collect us all .
Still love you brother and I have not forgotten.
Beau Dial
October 31, 2008
Happy Birthday Buddy! I miss you!
August 31, 2008
I so wish I could talk to u right now :( I miss u more than anyone knows
August 30, 2008
You will never be forgotten... we think about you all the time- we will learn and live on for you Brent-you are so truly missed!!
August 24, 2008
I think about you all the time...
June 2, 2008
I miss you!!!!!!
November 1, 2007
Brenty - There will never be a birthday that passes that doesn't remind me of you and all of the childhood memories we shared. I miss you so much especially during this time. Your spirit lives on and I love reflecting back on all of our good times. Many thoughts of LOVE to my Family - I know you are all thinking of Brenty Too!! ~cory~
wilson gernert
November 1, 2007
Brent – Man the moments shred into time. On my one year wedding anniversary I sit here thinking about all the good times and the life lessons we went thru – constant groundings, tough work, and good times. Through and through we lived the life it and now I live it for you. I still break down, because nobody ever knows how to deal with this....... You are still my best friend and sincerely not forgotten on the momentous day you were given to us. Happy Birthday and know that I know you are amongst the souls that are watching us right now. I am alive and kickin with those “Brent endorphins” still flowing through my veins and I’m doing handouts to anyone that needs some. Much Love to everyone Brent touched I live to think I’ve assimilated much of who I am because of him so I’m tipping my hat and sipping a cold drink in the warm sun thinking about you brother.
Love -Wilson
Visages
November 1, 2007
Love u missed u thought about u a lot yesterday!!!! u are sooo missed!!!
Patty
October 31, 2007
Brenty,
You are on the minds of so many people who love you today. Remembering so many special times...Happy Birthday, you are missed so very much!!!
Love you,
Eric, Melissa, Hailey, and Ethan Visage
July 4, 2007
Missing you soooo much!!! We think of you often!!! Hard to believe 2 years already in one way it feels like 4ever and in another it seems like yesterday!!! WE LOVE YOU!!
Marty & Yoli Williams
July 3, 2007
I can't believe Brent's been gone for two years now. I'm looking at my new daughter today and wishing he could drop by to see her. It was this day in 2004 that he and Patty dropped by to visit and we had such a good time. Brent and Patty were making fun of each other's past romances and everybody was laughing. That's the July 3 I'm always going to remember. I hope everybody who loved Brent gets through this day the best they can. We're thinking of him today and remembering the good times.
December 22, 2006
Missing you everyday, I yearn for the sound of your voice, your laugh, everything.I think of you always and wish you were here!
Melissa Visage
November 1, 2006
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!! We just got back from Houston and it was soooooo weird with out you there!! I kept thinking you would walk through the door with everyone else!! Bev and I went to lunch and talked about you and your guys bday!You are on our minds all the time!! And we all love you and miss you sooooooo much!!!!!!
November 1, 2006
Well, another year without you and it still shakes me to the very core. For some reason I felt so good today, so alive. I didn't expect that at all. I felt you all day long. I laughed to myself when I thought about how much fun I would have had with you today, on your birthday. Poking fun at you for turning the big 3 0. I can practically see your face and hear your laugh. It's moments like this that carry me through and remind me that there is goodness and hope in this world. Still, I miss you so very much and can't help but feel cheated that you're not here physically to share all that you were and all that you embodied. Just being in the same room as you was all I ever needed to feel a little peace in this world. But I guess that's just me being selfish and wanting you here. I know however, that you are always here actually. You are my constant reminder to be the best person I can and to be good to everyone I come across and that love is a powerful thing that you can never let go of no matter what. I carry you with me in everything I do. I always will. I told you that when you were here with us and I still and always will. Thank you for all that you were and all that you are to me now. Today, I felt you so strongly all day long. I live for this because sometimes it's all I have. You were and you remain the one constant in my life. Everyday I am consumed by thoughts and memories of you. But, it's days like this where I am reminded what is important. I love you and I miss you Brent. Happy Birthday.
Peggy Williams
October 31, 2006
Well, my precious, funny, loving nephew, tomorrow is your birthday and the family is quietly grieving and missing our short-timer. I thnk maybe God only gave you to us for a short time because you were going to burn your bright star out early by giving so much of yourself away to your family and friends. He knew that gentle compassionate beings must be placed carefully where they will know deep, abiding love and affection. I know that you were such an impish delight, displaying the kind of joy that comes from being so loved,and with family and friends intelligent enough to be lifted by your humor and compassion for the rest of our lives. You energized people and filled their hearts with your generosity and caring. It was like "Brent endorphins." I know that you will laugh until it echoes through the Grand Canyon or over the Great Wall of China when you see me researching electronic voice phenomena. Apparently the wall between the physical and spiritual world is thinning, allowing for more communication between worlds. If many people have been struck by lightening or had head injuries that subsequently led to clairvoyance, then perhaps we all have that place somewhere in our brains waiting to be tapped. I have said I would just feel better if I had a telephone line to heaven, perhaps available because of the fourth state of matter-ether (+liquids, gases, and solids}. The humor of it and the hope help the pain {you do realize that even though we miss you so deeply still, I will not be dropping radios into the bathtub, holding both live electrical wires, or standing in lightning storms for you}. As a computer man maybe you could try using the internet for your EVP. Well Happy Birthday to our short-timer gentle soul, and thank you God for letting it be with all of us. Love, Aunt Pup
Keegan Brent Dial
Heather McColgin
September 8, 2006
Our Dear Brent,
Everyday I look at my son and am reminded of you, of who I want my son to be like, how you loved everyone, how you never judged, how you saw people for who they really were. I admit, it is easier to not think about you, but almost everyday a surge of pain still rushes through me and I reminded that you are gone. You will always live on, at least in Beau's and mine house- your pictures are up and your stories are told. Keegan will grow up knowing you and what you stand for. Beau and I will teach him and remind him of who you were and still are. We love you so much Brent- so much that no words can even describe the pain.
Patty Davis
August 22, 2006
I never thought the day would come that I would yearn to hear you make fun of me, telling stories with your face lit up.(you all have heard them, more than once).I cherish the mememories and feel so thankful for them. I always thought I was your strong for you ...now I realise it was you who gave me strength. I love and miss you more than words can say.
Meghan Courtney
August 8, 2006
It still feels like yesterday I was talking to you on the phone seeing what was going on. I miss you so much it still hurts, it's still raw. Time hasn't relieved me of the reality. Yes I'm thankful to have known you and yes I'm glad you touched all our lives so much. I hate saying that in past tense. I selfishly want you here back with us though. Your physical self and your amazing spirit right here beside us. I just don't understand why and unfortunatly nobody has the answer. I love seeing Patty whenever I have an overnight in Bakersfield. Patty your smile and presence always make me feel great! Thanks for meeting me last time. Hi to the family. I miss my friend and wish he was stopping by to say hi on his way home from work, like he always did.
July 31, 2006
Hey Brentney!! I cannot believe its been over a year since I have seen your smiling and loving face! I think about you quite often and pray for your family and all of our friends. I am beginning a new life ... life with a family. A baby! I know you are with her right now up in Heaven, coaching her and inspiring her for the real world and life ... give her good advice and lots of hugs & kisses!
I will not ever forget you! You were one of the most positive and inspiring influences in my life. You taught me to never give up and to trust in those who love me ... and I LOVE YOU FOREVER for that!
XOXOXOXOXO
July 23, 2006
Hey Brent!!! I never met you but wish I would have. I have heard the most amazing things about you and know that you were an amazing and most important person to a friend of mine, Lindsay. She misses you dearly and you will always be in her heart, and mine for that.
Much Love, Agnes:)
Melissa Visage
July 4, 2006
I know this is such a hard weekend for all Brent's family and friends!! My prayers and thoughts are with you!! We are all so blessed to have met such a beautiful soul!!
Adam Mendel
July 3, 2006
Brent,
You know I'm not big on writing like this, but I still feel compeled to send you a message. I know you touched so many lives and ment so much to people... but I never really got a chance to tell you how much of a special person you were in my life. You saw some of the darkest periods of my life, and I knew I could always count on you being there for me. No matter what was gong on.... your hart and door was always open. I know now, looking back, how much of an impact you had on me... being a better person... how to enjoy life... things that i will keep with me forever. We had some great times together also. I can tell you, nothing is as much fun without you here. You knew how to make the most of anything, and any situation. Your sense of humor and laid-back attitude, made everything so much more enjoyable. Nothing will be the same without you, but at least I was able to take some of that and apply it in my life. I know so many others in your life experienced the same and more. This world was a better place when you were with us. Know that I miss you everyday. I miss my friend.
Adam
Marty Williams
July 3, 2006
My wife and I were sitting on the patio last night, dreading the feelings that were going to come this day, when gradually something began to happen. I started talking about the 4th of July I spent with Brent on Olmo Ct. and remembering him running through flowerbeds with a squirt gun, doing cannonballs into the pool, shaking up a beer and handing it to Uncle Ron (sorry Uncle Ronnie, it was my idea), jumping off the top bunk playing air guitar to Van Halen, chugging Pepsi's that were as big as his hands and running around with lit sparklers trying to spell his name with the sparks. I've had so many good times with Brent that they help me through the sadness I feel when I think about him being gone. Thanks for the great memories Buddy, I need them.
Peggy Williams
July 3, 2006
There is a huge hole in the universe without Brent Neil. There is less light, less love and less laughter without you, Brent. We share stories about you in order to try to recapture some of the joy that you brought us. We are trying to help each other deal with the loss of you, but some days it seems almost impossible to cope with losing someone so irreplaceable. It hurts, it will always hurt, but this wisdom strikes me as something Brent might offer us.
“Walking with Grief” from the Celtic Daily Prayer:
“Be gentle with the one who walks in grief.
If it is you be gentle with yourself…”
Love always, Aunt Pup
Ronald Davis
June 30, 2006
A Prayer for our Brenty,
As parents it was our job to teach you what you needed to know to succeed in life. With this obligation came expectations and in turn sometimes became conflict. We pray that you know that you were loved unconditionally. We hope that the difficulty in life that you experienced was not caused by the weekly lectures as you fondly called them, but were the lessons of life not our reinforcement of caring love for you. We yearn for the sound of your voice, your wit, your hugs and smiles;we always will. We cry for the grandchildren we will never have from you. We cry for adventures of family life you'll never have. The success in life you would have achieved. The continuing caring for you family and friends. We cannot convey the holes in our hearts that will never be mended. Most of all we pray that you are happy and at peace and continuing to care for people in your own special way. You are so missed.
IF TEARS COULD BUILD A STAIRWAY,
AND MEMORIES A LANE.
WE'D WALK RIGHT UP TO HEAVEN,
AND BRING YOU HOME AGAIN.
Love is ETERNAL
Mom and Dad
May 31, 2006
I hope this is taken in the right spirit. I was a little skeptical when a friend invited me to attend a gathering where a lady with a special gift to communicate with loved ones who had passed on. I went wanting to communicate with my husband who passed on 4 years ago. I did not hear from him but the first person to send his love and greetings was Brent and the way the message was related, I have no doubt whatsoever that it was Brent. She had brought up the military which Brent used to talk about with my daughter since she had been in and apparently his brother was in also. Brent was good friends with my daughter and her boyfriend. I had met him several times and know he was a great person but did not know him that well. The lady asked me if I had a daughter that had someone close to her passed on in the past year. She kept talking about his love of music. There is no way this lady knew anything about Brent but several things she mentioned left no doubt in my or my daughters mind. If you believe, he sends a message that he is well, happy and sends love.
Barbara Dial
May 20, 2006
Brent, I miss you and that great big smile of yours. It has been almost of year since you went to spend eternity with God. I know you are looking down on all of your loved ones.
My son Beau misses you immensely. When you were still with us Beau could never have a conversation with me that Brent's name didn't come up. It was "going over to Brent's to BBQ", "taking Norman and Shelby to play with Jasmine", "we're getting together to play disc golf", and "I need some help with my computer". Brent was the computer guru.
My first grandchild, Keegan Brent Dial, was named after Brent. What a blessing he is. Brent was to be his Godfather. Even though he's not here in body, I know he is here in spirit and that he's Keegan's "guardian angel". He has that wonderful smile of Brent's.
To Brent's Family - My heart goes out to you. You raised a beautiful person. Good job! May your hearts be filled with joy when you think of him.
Lindsay Hughes
May 13, 2006
It still seems so unfair that you are gone. I can't stand not having you here and I don't think I'll ever understand why your not. This world was, and is still, without a doubt a better place for having had you in it. I am grateful to have been blessed by you and all that you stood for as a person. It is still so hard to believe though. You wll never know what you did for me and what you continue to do for me. I'm sure that everyone you have ever come across can say the same thing...You are truly missed Brent...
May 10, 2006
It still seems so unfair that you are gone. I can't stand not having you here and I don't think I'll ever understand why your not. This world was, and is still, without a doubt a better place for having had you in it. I am grateful to have been blessed by you and all that you stood for as a person. It is still so hard to believe though. You wll never know what you did for me and what you continue to do for me. I'm sure that everyone you have ever come across can say the same thing...You are truly missed Brent...
May 5, 2006
I miss you so much it makes it hard to function!!!! You are on my mind everyday and miss you more than words can say.Thanks for the pennies, they make me smile!!!
Wilson Gernert
February 17, 2006
Brent you are my best freind and though you have passed on I know you left a little bit of all the values and insight that was instilled in you. So I would like to Thank Ron & Debbie for all those days we spent together with you guys looking after us. Brent was part of the good that lies around every corner. Destined to stick up for what is right Brent always plowed through with the constant genius of many arts. Wheteher it was playing a song from memory till the last note, or for being there as my IT backup, turning to him when I had no more alternatives. For My best freind Brent was definitely one of the smartest people I knew. I know I can speak for all that his intellect, insight, and most of all humor are the things that I miss the most. These months past were truly in shock, denial, and pain, but the memories will light my path anywhere I go with just a chuckle thinking of all the greatest times with Brent. To everyone that knew him you are not only welcome, but cherished because we can share the memories of one of the greatest guys I have ever known together. To Brent and the whole Davis family I love you and thank my stars above he was such a good freind in my life. Love&Respect&Kindness to all in this difficult stage of life. I can only hope to instill what I learned from Brent to someone else in my lifetime.
-Wilson
Chet Snow
February 16, 2006
Brent was more than a cousin to me, he was the only brother I ever had. As the layers of sadness and grief at his loss rise to the surface, I find myself continually unprepared. I am a little slow to deal with things like this, I have been numb inside since he passed. Now it is seeping out, and sometimes I am so strongly reminded of him the pain of his loss is RIGHT THERE even after these months have passed. I know I am not alone, I know that we all miss Brenty.
It still hurts though.
Deb and Ron I love you and I am thankful for every second that you gave me with your son.
Lisa, Patty & Families --
I love you and I feel for your deep loss. Even though you hold yourselves together in true Davis fashion I know that it is unbearable sometimes. I am so sorry.
Lindsay -- you will always have a home here, with any of us and I know I speak for the whole family.
Clay -- I've been thinking of you, you too are always welcome if you ever need anything let me know.
Wilson & everyone else I am honored to have shared Brent with you and I know he was as bright in your lives as he was in mine.
Love
Chet
January 9, 2006
Brent I am constantly flooded with memories of you...We all have a place for you in our hearts that KEEPS YOU ALIVE FOR ETERNITY. I missed you tremendously over the holidays. You always wanted everyone together and happy. I wish you were here!
January 9, 2006
Brent I am constantly flooded with memories of you...We all have a place for you in our hearts that KEEPS YOU ALIVE FOR ETERNITY. I missed you tremendously over the holidays. You were always wanted everyone together and happy. I wish you were here!
Lisa, Kirk, Kearstyn, Kameron, & Karson Gilbert
January 3, 2006
Brenty,
We missed you so much over the holidays. We missed your laughter, your hugs, your beautiful presence. We wanted to believe you were there with us, helping each of us through the difficult moments. We all had them, trying so hard to not let it ruin our times together but missing you so bad it hurt. We struggle with the anger, the unending feeling that this is NOT how life is supposed to be and how unfair it is that you are not here. But we always try to come back to being grateful for having you in our lives, for the love and joy you brought our family, for the gift of your 28 years. We know that you would want us to live well, love much, and laugh often. For you, Brenty, we will all continue to try to be grateful, and love and appreciate each other, living life the way you did. I pray for you every night, for you to have peace and unending happiness. We love and miss you more than words can say.
All our love,
Eric,Melissa,Hailey,and Ethan Visage
December 27, 2005
We are thinking of you and missing you this holiday season!! You are LOVED and MISSED more than words could ever express!!!!
Patty Drew
December 23, 2005
To the Davis':
We just recently learned of your tragic loss. My heart aches for all of you.
I will pray for God's peace and comfort this holiday season.
Patty, Fred and Joe Drew
Keegan Brent Dial
Heather and Beau
November 3, 2005
I first want to thank Patty for making it possible to write and be able to communicate with each other. This is a picture of Brent's godson, Keegan Brent Dial. Not a day goes by that Brent does not cross my mind and I ask myself, why him? He was like a brother to me and a best friend to my boyfriend, Beau. We love you and miss you Brent, and our thoghts and prayers go out to his family and everyone else that loved him. Happy Birthday Brent.
November 2, 2005
Everyday is a new opportunity to make it better.....
Doug & Katy Zalkovsky
October 31, 2005
We miss you more than ever Brent. Happy Birthday man.
October 31, 2005
Brent you are so missed by everyone. Ron, Debbie and the entire Davis family, thank you for being who you are because you all are the primary reason that Brent was the beautiful person that he was. You guys are all such loving, caring, compassionate, and unique people and obviously the apple didn't fall far from the tree. Brent, not a minute goes by where my thoughts aren't consumed by you and the times we shared together. I feel your absence in everything I do. I love and miss you so very much. Happy Birthday Brent.
October 31, 2005
Happy Birthday Brenty. Not a day goes by that we don't think of you and miss you!!!Thank you so much for the love, laughter, and kindness you gave us all!!!
Eric, Melissa, Hailey, and Ethan Visage
October 31, 2005
Today you are on the minds of so many people who love you! Happy Birthday Brent!!! You are missed so much!!!
October 30, 2005
Happy Birthday Brent. I Love You and miss you so much.
Cory Snow
September 26, 2005
As Brenty's and my birthday are quickly approaching, I find myself frequently thinking about him. We are both October babies and born just three days apart. As I celebrate my 29th birthday - I will also celebrate the memories I have of Brent and a year won't go by when my birthday isn't a reminder of all the good times we shared together and the special person he was. Please know that you are all in my deepest thoughts and prayers ALWAYS but especially this month. Love you!!! Cory
patty davis
August 4, 2005
This is to my parents,
I just wanted to thank you so much for giving us Brent! He was like no other, when I think of all the wonderful things he was, I think of the wonderful family we were blessed with. The kindness, thoughtfulness, sensitivity, love, and sense of humor were a reflection of the two of you. Always putting the kids as first priority, doing without so we didn't,making sure all of us felt special,teaching us to be moral, honest,thoughtful, and caring people is the best gift a parent can give their childeren.Brent was a wonderful mixture of the two of you and he would never of been the exceptional person he was with out the love you two gave all of us!!!!
Angela Stewart
August 3, 2005
I had the privlege of meeting the Davis family back in 1985. I was the new one in the school and Patty took me in and introduced me to her sweet, wonderful, fun family. Brent was always so so sweet and funny. My heart goes out to the Davis family...,Ron, Debbie, Lisa, Patty, & BJ...You guys are all amazing! May God keep you and Bless you! Jer. 29:11 Love, Angela Stewart (Whitton)
August 1, 2005
This guest book will be on-line permanently for anyone to post pictures, write, or just view.
Lisa Gilbert
July 31, 2005
Reading and re-reading these entries has been a source of healing for our entire family. Thank you to all of you who have used this template to paint a beautiful picture of who my brother was. Brent and Lindsay were planning on camping on the beach with our family during these last two weeks of July. I went for my children but felt Brent's absence in everything we did. Every walk on the beach reminded me of him playing in the sand as a young boy, him boogie-boarding in the waves, walking down the Pismo pier. A Sunday visit to the swap meet in Nipomo was one of the hardest things I have ever experienced. Our visit there in December with Brent, Lindsay, Patty and Megan will be forever burned in my mind. Nothing will be the same without Brent's beautiful soul; family holidays will forever be changed. I cannot stop thinking he should be here with us. I was banking on having time to see Brent get married, talking him into coming home to California, having babies with Lindsay. He was going to be a great father and husband. But the heartbreaking reality is that there are never any guarantees in this life. We can't plan on having the time "later" to spend with our loved ones. And so, like my dad spoke about at Brent's service, I will also try to learn from Brent. I will value every second I have with my family and friends. Brent's legacy of love, kindness, and enjoying life will be passed on to my children, with lots of stories and pictures about Uncle Brenty. Thank you Brent for being the sunshine in our family. I can only pray that you knew how much you were loved by your old sis.
Lindsay Hughes
July 15, 2005
Brent...Words convey so little when my heart feels so much. Words could never articulate exactly what he meant to me in my life nor could they explain the profound effect he had on me. He always said, "It's me and you against this world". I felt invincible with him, that all was right with the world as long as he was by my side. They say that you don't know what you have until you lose it. However, in my case, I knew how lucky I was everyday to have such a rare and beautiful soul in my life. The love he gave me was unconfined and moving. It is without a doubt a love that I will never experience again in my lifetime. Because when Brent loved he loved hard and it was with no boundaries. His love was at times was overwhelming. I didn't know that feelings like that existed in human's. During this time, I hurt and I ache a lot. My days are empty and seem meaningless without him. But I am finally able to feel feelings of gratitude for what I was able to have with him. Not many people love and are loved back in the way that we did. He taught me what love truley was. That it was more than words. That it was about a common goal with someone. It was everything. Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength while loving someone deeply gives you courage. He gave me the courage to strive to be a better person which at times is not that simple for me. I know that Brent made a lot of positive changes in his life in the last year and that some credit me for. The truth is, is that it was all Brent. There is a saying, I don't make you feel special, I just remind you that you are special. He truley was special. A person of standards and virtues that are so rare. A person of such morality and goodness. Brent was my rock and my foundation. I leaned on him for strength and guidance. I planned to spend the rest of my life with Brent. Now, my future is not so certain. But, I will carry him and everything he stood for with me throughout my life, keeping his memory close by to guide me through whatever my life has in store me. I am still madly in love with Brent and wish that we could have continued our journey together. But, memories will serve to steer me through each day as I hope it does for all of you. A life like his is to be marveled upon and mirrored by. He taught me how to live life the right way... with honesty, compassion, and with no regrets. He taught me that mistakes were a good thing... without them there would be no opportunities for greatness. Learning from them meant freedom. He taught me so many things in my life that i am so grateful for. Even though he is not physically here, his spirit will always live on. There are special people in our lives who never leave us -- even after they are gone. In a strange and confusing world, it is nice to know that someone like him existed. I will always have him in my heart... for what the heart has once owned...it shall never lose. My heart will forever belong to Brent Neil Davis.
Lynn Ramsey (Boyle)
July 14, 2005
Deb,Ron and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Brent, I knew him as a young lad as he was born around the time of Missy and Corey...I am so amazed at the mark that Brent left on life, reading all the wonderful things about him and the love he had for Lyndsay, and respect of his friends and most of all,the love of his wonderful family, I am sure too he would say he was truley blessed to have a family and parents like you guys are to raise such a beautiful,kind,respectful son as Brent was. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Lynn
Marty Williams
July 14, 2005
Brent was like my little brother. Losing him feels like a happy part of my being is lost too. Seeing Chet, Cory, Chelsea and Cameron at the services reminded me of all the fun times Brent and the cousins shared, but it brought home just how much we'll all miss him. He was such a tiny little guy before he grew into the linebacker most people knew him as, but he was always huge in our family circle. I couldn't shake the thought that Brent was coming for a visit in the days leading up to his services; a testament to how hard it is to accept that his bright lifeforce is somewhere else. I kept thinking of things I wanted to tell him and what I would joke with him about. When I was speaking with the cousins, I got the feeling that they too were fighting the urge to look over their shoulder for our sweetest cousin, that they were subconsciously expecting Brent's hand on their shoulder and a funny comment mumbled in their ear. Cameron and I ate a Basque dinner in Brent's honor that night, then talked about him from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. When I walked Cameron out to his car, it was a clear night. As we talked about Brent, I saw a bright shooting star to the north. We'll never get over losing Brent, but the longer we live, the harder it'll be to get over the fact that we were lucky enough to have him. I'd like to offer my dear Aunt, Uncle and cousins some wise words of comfort from a philosopher or poet, but Brent would probably prefer that I quote the rock band that we irrationally loved from kindergarten to adulthood to remind you that we won't be parted from him forever, "Just a few more hours and I'll be right home to you." Love ya' Brent.
SUSAN MCCARTY
July 14, 2005
MY HEARTFELT PRAYERS ARE WITH EACH OF YOU. THOUGH I HAD NOT HAD THE CHANCE TO MEET BRENT, IN READING THE THOUGHTFUL WORDS OF CONDOLENCE, I KNOW THAT MY PRECIOUS NIECE, LINDSAY, HAS BEEN TRULY BLESSED TO LOVE A YOUNG MAN DESCRIBED AS "LOVING," "CARING,"VIBRANT,"A TRUE FRIEND," AND "ADVENTUROUS." I COUNT IS AS MY LOSS FOR NOT HAVING THE PRIVILEGE OF KNOWING THIS YOUNG MAN.
Chrystal Dial
July 14, 2005
I send my deepest regards to Brent's family and friends. Brent was the type of guy that would give the shirt off his back. If you ever needed anything he was the man to call. He will be missed dearly...His jokes, nicknames, laughter and kindness will live on through our memories and lives.
Patty Davis (sister)
July 14, 2005
Thank you to all the friends and family who have come together to help each other during this tragic time.I am not sure how we are all going to get through this, I just hope that there is no one person coping alone. For those who need a shoulder I am here for you. Brent was more than my baby brother, he was my friend and I feel, as most of you do, a huge emptiness.
Cameron Davis
July 13, 2005
I once heard the saying "Go where you are celebrated and not where you are tolerated." This saying describes my cousin Brent, for Brent was someone truly worth celebrating. I am thankful for all the summers that I was able to share with Brent, swimming, hanging out, and going to swap meets and I am proud that my cousin grew into a man with so many of the attributes that we should all endeavor to possess. I know that to know Brent was to love him and we will all carry Brent in our hearts until we see him again. My deepest sympathy to the Davis family, all of Brent's friends, and to Lyndsay.
Shawn Slack
July 12, 2005
Debbie, Ronald, and family, I'm sorry. My deepest sympathies go to each of you. Brent truly was an amazing individual. So many great memories and so many fantastic stories. Generous, fun, creative, loyal, cunning, adventurous, and independent all come to mind when I think of him. I am lucky to have known him.
Nick Waligura
July 11, 2005
His sense of morality, humbleness, intelligence, generosity, competitiveness, curiosity, open-mindedness and friendship are the reasons I respected and will deeply miss Brent. I'll hold on to his impression for the rest of my time.
Linda Walker
July 11, 2005
To my dearest big-sister-cousin, Deb, and to her dear husband Ron,
You know I love you; that goes without saying. And therefore, my heart aches for you. I want to protect you from the pain. At the funeral I wanted to be a shield around you and to hover over you as a protector. But that could not be. And I also share the grief with you, for we lost one of our own children. And that hurts so badly.
What I am happy to know is that my dear nephew lived a rich and full life for such a young man of 28. He accomplished things that some people of an old age could never achieve. And he was happy at the end of his short life with so many, many people loving him and being touched by his life.
We will always cherish his memories and appreciate that we all got to know him and share a little bit of space in his world.
I am ever so grateful that I got to see him at Christmas and got to tell him that I love him and got to hear that in return from him. So, I remind anybody and everybody to never let those opportunities slip by you when you have that chance in case you never get it again.
Brent will always be alive. And he will always be known as such a sweetheart. Because he was.
I love you. Linda aka: Aunt Linda
Debbie Davis (mom)
July 11, 2005
I would like to acknowledge and thank everyone for the thoughtful emails here. They really have served to bring Ron and I comfort during this devastating time in our lives. As a parent we always want to protect our children but we do ackowledge that what happened to Brent was ultimately Brent's decision. Being that I was not there during this crisis in Brent's life, I pray that everything that could have been done to save him was done on a timely basis. We are happy that Brent got to experience the love of his own family before God took him to begin his own journey. We know that life has it's ups and it's downs but we know our son was happy and headed down the right path. We need to now focus and learn from Brent's legacy because negativity will only serve to damper his memory.Than you so much.
Mike Marion
July 11, 2005
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of the Davis family. I feel honored to have known and been one of the best of friends with Brent for the past 7 years. Brent was always there for me in any time of need. I will truly miss Brent and never forget him...
Diane Burden
July 11, 2005
Mr. & Mrs Davis & Family,
We are very sorry for the loss of your son, Brent. We will remember you and your family in our prayers.
With Deepest sympathy,
Employees of the Anderson Office
Brett and Cindy Lord
July 11, 2005
Ron and Debbie,
You are continually on our minds and in our hearts. Our deepest sympathies to your entire family. Always remember the wonderful times and be proud of Brent's life and yourselves as well.
Sincerely,
Brett and Cindy Lord
Patrick Dwyer
July 11, 2005
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please let us know if we can help in any way.
Pat and Lea Dwyer
Jennifer coburn (quijada)
July 11, 2005
I was blessed with meeting Brent in my highschool years. He was one of my dearest friends and it was a friendship i have never forgotten,...... My heart pours out to Brents wonderful family and friends. I am so thankful to have known Brent and will cherish his memory deep within my heart...
Kari Talamantez
July 10, 2005
I am very sorry for your loss. I had the opportunity to meet Brent years ago with my cousin, Jen here in Bakersfield and he was always very friendly and fun to be around! I am just glad I got to meet such a good person and want to tell you that you are in my prayers!
Meagan Ochoa
July 10, 2005
I had the pleasure of meeting Brent through Clay and the Visage family. Brent was truly a caring, loving, and overall wonderful person. I will always remember his warm smile and kind heart.
My heart goes out to all who loved and cared for Brent, especially the Davis family,and Clay. May God be with you to console you and keep all Brent's endearing qualities in your hearts durring this terribly sorrowful time. God Bless.
Shari Ellis
July 10, 2005
I met Brent the summer of 1994 through my daughter Kimberly Ellis. He was a very generous, caring, vibrant person.
Ron, Debby and all those who mourn the lost of Brent I send my deepest sympathies.
May God provide you strength in your time of sorrow! May he also hold this family close to his heart as they mourn a precious member. Thank you for Brent’s life and for the blessing he was to all who knew him. I pray that your comfort and peace would descend upon his loved ones and that they would have the blessed assurance of your love in the midst of their sorrow.
Gina Darnell
July 10, 2005
My family and I would like to send out our sympathy to the Davis family for the loss of their son. I would also like to send our love and sympathy to Lyndsay Hughes. May God Bless you and help you through your sorrow.
Love, Stephen and Gina Darnell
Charlie & Kathy Evarts
July 10, 2005
Ron, Debby and family,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved son, Brent. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tracy Crisp
July 9, 2005
Brent's sweet spirit can be seen in the countless number of lives that he touched while he was here. My deepest sympathy goes to the Davis family, Lindsay, and all of Brent's amazing friends. God Bless.
Tracy
Alesha Brand
July 9, 2005
To the Davis Family, I am sorry to hear about your loss if there is anything i can do Please let me know.
Janice & Emma Russell
July 8, 2005
We gather here together, in community, to support one another. To allow the love we have for Brent to wash over friends and family. As you go forth in the coming days, it is important to tell the stories you remember about Brent. To laugh together about his wonderful sense of humor. To cry together over the poignant times you spent together. To share in your grief, for in doing so , you keep his spirit very much alive and allows it to support you in your healing. Brent, we love you........My heart goes out to his family and Lindsay and his dear, dear friends whom loved him very much. Be kind to one another and never take another day for granted.
Rhonda Bowers
July 8, 2005
Ron,Debbie and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you now. Brent was such a kind and gentle young man who would help anyone in need. He had such a sweet, giving heart and always a smile on his face. He was a true friend to me and my son, Guy. He will be missed each day by so many, but his caring heart will forever be remembered. God Bless.
Kim Ellis
July 8, 2005
It was such a great honor and pleasure knowing Brent and a huge loss for those who did not. After meeting in high school we've shared many laughs and words of wisdom. My deepest condolences to friends and family.
Bert Nunn
July 8, 2005
Ron and Debby,
We pray that you will receive peace and comfort in this difficult time of loss. You and your family will be in our prayers. God bless you.
Love,
Bert and Amy Nunn
ANGIE MCABEE
July 8, 2005
PATTY, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, I CAN'T BEGIN TO IMAGINE THE PAIN YOU MUST BE GOING THROUGH, MAY GOD BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
CAROL TEEPLE
July 8, 2005
GOD BLESS THE DAVIS FAMILY AND MY PRECIOUS NIECE LINDSAY HUGHES.
Ray Walker
July 8, 2005
Ron and family-
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. If there is anything we can do to help you, please let us know. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Ray Walker and family and staff of Ray Walker Trucking
Pam and Bennie Hughes
July 8, 2005
Words can not express the profound sorrow that we feel for the loss of your son, Brent. Brent was a talented, generous, loving, caring, compassionate young man who made this world a much better place. We realized Brent's love and kindness through the smile on Lindsay's face and the joy and happiness that he brought to her life. He will live on in our hearts forever. May God bless you and strengthen you now and forever more. Love, the Hughes
Zac Green
July 8, 2005
My deepest sympathy to all who cared about Brent, especially his parents. I hope that everyone is able to help each other in this time of need. I will miss him greatly.
Michelle Stratton
July 8, 2005
I had the pleasure of meeting Brent through the Visage family. Whether it was sitting around the table eating dinner or just conversing on the back patio, I could immediately see that Brent was a special person to a lot of people. He will be missed by everyone’s heart he touched.
To Brent’s family, I am very sorry for your loss. May God bring comfort, strength and hope to all of you in this time of sorrow. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Susan Key
July 8, 2005
Dear Ron & Debby,
We have been thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Susan & Justin
Hal and Liz Stokes
July 8, 2005
Dear Ron and Debby:
Our hearts go out to you and your entire family. Please know that we are praying for you. With love, Hal and Liz
Randy Visage
July 8, 2005
Words can not describe the depth of my pain and sorrow at the loss of my dear friend Brent Davis. My deepest sympathies go out to Lindsey, the Davis family and all who knew and loved Brent, as to know him was to love him. Brent was there for me in my deepest time of need, when others turned away, and I am forever grateful for the time I had with Brent, and the positive impact he had on both mine and Clay's lives. Brent always took the High Road, steadfast and unwavering, a Hero among Heroes, He will always be loved and never forgotten.
James & Allison Day
July 8, 2005
Ron & Debby you and your family are in our prayers Love James, Allison and Lawson
Barbara, Lindsay, and Brent
Barbara Dial
July 7, 2005
I am really going to miss Brent alot. He always had a smiling face and joy in his heart. I saw him for the last time last Thursday, June 30. He seemed happier than ever. Don't ask me why but my son took a picture of Brent, Lindsay and myself which I am so grateful for. To Brent's family--you raised such a kind, helpful, loving, generous and caring son. My deepest sympathy to all of you. I love you Brent!!!! 281-933-6448
Eric, Melissa, Hailey, and Ethan Visage
July 7, 2005
Not only did Brent's family and friends lose such a wonderful person, but so did the rest of the world because this world was a much better place with him in it. Brent had a way of making you feel so loved and important from the moment you met him. We will forever cherish the memories we have of Brent. And to the Davis family, we hope you know how much your son was loved and how he touched so many different peoples lives in so many ways. He will undoubtly be missed, loved, cherished, and remembered. Our prayers and sympathy to you.
Corky,Judy,Nikki, Jenna & Cory Graviss
July 7, 2005
Ron, Debbie, Lisa, Patty and BJ,
We have know Brent since he was born. Our families have shared many good times thoughout the years. We will miss him dearly and will always think of him and smile.
Mark Butz
July 7, 2005
May God Bless you.
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