Brian Adam Barnick, age 39 of Brookfield passed away on March 19, 2023. Brian recently completed his bachelor’s in nursing degree at Northern Illinois University. He spent many years as a registered nurse and taking care of mental health patients. He most recently worked at Chicago-Read Mental Health Center, but his most important role was being a loving Dad to Thomas, Ligaya “Lily” and Christopher “Chris”. Together, the family will continue to honor his legacy and traditions. Brian is also survived by his former spouse Charina (nee Calara) Barnick and his girlfriend Lourdesa. He was the cherished son of his mother, Margaret and his father, Tom, dear brother of Joe Klaric, Christine “Chris” Donley and Sandra “Sandy” Kaufmann, fond uncle of Joey, Jamie, Sarah and Griffin, dearest nephew of many aunts and uncles and a beloved friend to many.
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Mabel Rivas
March 23, 2023
I will truly miss you partner at work... it's going to be different now without you on our shift endorsement... Rest in peace my friend... Gone but never forgotten...amen!!!
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March 23, 2023
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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