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Brian Day Obituary
Brian Christopher Day, 26, of College Station, passed away suddenly on Wednesday July 20, 2011 doing what he loved – working with animals. Visitation with the family will be Monday, July 25, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Lewallen-Garcia-Pipkin Chapel in Midland (2508 N. Big Spring).Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 26, at Lewallen-Garcia-Pipkin Chapel in Midland. Interment will be at Serenity Memorial Gardens 6800 S. Highway 349(Rankin) Midland. Serving as pallbearers will be John Day, Mike Louis, David Irving, Jake Ruddock, Garrett Goodman, Kyle Bostick and Justin Lehmann.
Brian was born on May 3, 1985 to Robert George Day and Debra Ruffin Day and was welcomed home by older brother Eric. Brian graduated from Texas Tech High School in 2003; thereafter, he and his dog, Shelia, moved to College Station with dreams of becoming a veterinarian in years to come. Brian attended Blinn College and was looking forward to transferring into Texas A&M University. During this time Brian not only nursed his own dogs, Shelia, Bailey and Maggie back to health, but many others as well along the way while employed as a veterinary technician at Shenandoah Veterinary Clinic. He enjoyed grilling and cooking for friends and family. With his Dad and brother he got his Concealed Carry Permit and enjoyed target practice. Recently he took back up his love of fishing.
Survivors include his parents Debra Day and husband Rick Breitweiser of Midland; Robert Day of College Station and Becky Woodard of Odessa; brother, Eric Day of Dallas; Grandparents, Billie Ruffin of Colorado City and Jack and Mildred Day of Kermit; aunts, Mary Louis and husband Mike of Denver City, Elaine Scott and husband Marlon of Midland; uncles, John Day and wife Pam of Kermit, Otis Ruffin of Midland; cousins, Garrett Louis, Dustin Scott, Jennifer Eicher and husband Rick of Dallas, Larenda and Omar Gallardo of Midland, and Heather Webster of Kermit, and many friends.
Preceding Brian in death were his Grandfather Eldon Ruffin and great-grandparents Robert and Freddie Ruth Day, George and Inez Baker, Cecil and Vera Schafer and Avin and Rachel Ruffin.
The family requests memorials to SPCA or Labrador Rescue because of Brian's deep love for all animals, or the charity of your choice.
Funeral service is under the direction of Lewallen-Garcia-Pipkin Funeral Home. Family messages and condolences may be emailed to: [email protected]">[email protected]">[email protected]">[email protected].
This obituary was originally published in The Bryan-College Station Eagle.
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Haleigh Wheeler
August 22, 2011
Brian Day, you will be greatly missed here in Aggieland. Your kindness and funny jokes always brought a smile to my face. You have touched the lives of many people, including mine. You are in my thoughts and prayers. ~Haleigh
Pennie Laws
August 16, 2011
Debbie, please know my heart and prayers are with you and your family! He turned out to be a handsome and caring man, a reflection of your dedication and love. I love y'all!
Pennie Laws
August 7, 2011
Debra, I was just catching up on my C-City newspaper reading and saw your son's obituary. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. It is clear that your son was was a very unique and caring individual and I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Julie Harris Stewart - San Antonio
August 2, 2011
We were saddened to learn of your loss of Brian. He truly seemed to care for all who walked through the door at Shenandoah Vet Clinic. My family and Charlie (our Beagle) will miss his easy smile and gentle nature. Our world could certainly use a lot more Brians. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. God bless, Susan Strawser (College Station, TX)
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Susan Jung
July 29, 2011
Debbie-My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
I was terribly sadden to hear the news about Brian. I remember his always pleasant and happy demeanor and know that he will be missed terribly but remembered so very fondly by many. I recall a time when Jake, Gretchen and Brian were all babies and how we enjoyed just watching them grow and explore together. I will hold Brian in special place in my heart.
Debra Hostas
July 27, 2011
Debra, My heart goes out to you and your family. I remember both of your sons when I worked at her house so many years ago, they always made me smile.
July 27, 2011
Dear Debbie: I remember Brian as Jake Ruddock's friend who lived across the street and also from a visit he made with Jake to Palacios when they were young. I am so sorry for your loss. From reading all the many messages in this guest book, it seems as Brian grew up he made many more friends.
I don't know if you remember me, but Sissy Ruddock is my niece and I remember all the kind things you did for her when they lost Matt.
Please accept my condolences on your great loss.
Bobbie Brune, Palacios, TX
Terry, Karen, & Ashlin Cook
July 27, 2011
Debra Day and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of such a great loss.
Andy Caudle
July 26, 2011
I am so sorry for your family's loss. Brian was a great guy. I enjoyed many fun times with him in College Station. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Marcy McCleary
July 26, 2011
Brian will be missed so much at Shenandoah Vet Clinic. I worked with Brian for almost 4 years and enjoyed his support and help during some very busy days....Brian always had time to help me from dogs to computers. I am so sorry for your loss...you had a very special son
Kori & Sean Rich
July 26, 2011
Dear family of Brian's, I will never forget how wonderful he was to our lab, Jasmine, who was on her last leg. He would come out to my car and carry her in and out of the Shenandoah clinicfor me since it was difficult for her to walk and breathe at the same time. You could tell he truly loved working with animals. May God comfort you during this time.
Jim & Shan Wheeler
July 26, 2011
Debra and Otis, We are so sorry for your loss. God Bless you and give you comfort.
Netha Aaron
July 26, 2011
Debra, Otis, I'm so sorry for your loss. Your family has been in my thoughts and prayers the past few days as you cope with this huge, huge loss. If there is anything I can do please let me know!
Holly Brewer
July 26, 2011
Debra and Otis, I am so very sorry for your loss. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief.
Kent Knight
July 26, 2011
I'm so sorry about your loss. God Bless you Debra and the entire family.
Dennis, Marie, and Dana Ethridge
July 25, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to Brian's family and friends. While we didn't know Brian on a personal level, he was very loving to our cat, Sebastian, during appointments at Shenandoah Veterinary Clinic. We will miss him.
Molly English
July 25, 2011
I send my sincere and deepest condolences. What a terrible loss. May God comfort you during this time and Bless your family.
Larry & Gidget Kehlenbrink
July 25, 2011
We are so stunned and saddened to hear of your loss. He was such a beautiful, compassionate soul who was truly gifted in his career. More than once I've rushed one of our dogs to Shenandoah for a crisis and he was always there to calm me and our pets. Our "girls" loved him dearly as did we. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl Mertz
July 25, 2011
Debra, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I have often remembered Brian a sweet young man with a sincere kindness. I always enjoyed visiting with Brian anytime I saw him. My heart and prayers are with you and your family now and through the coming days and weeks.
Community National Bank
July 25, 2011
Debra and Rick
We are so sorry to hear about your loss may God Bless your family.
Staff at Community National
Bank, 601 East Florida St
Robin Holland
July 25, 2011
I watched Brian grow from a sweet young child into a wonderful young man and was always impressed by his kind spirit. Debra our thoughts and prayers and with you and your entire family. May God bless and comfort you.
CINDY GOLDEN
July 25, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Rebecca Powell
July 25, 2011
Only met him once, but a very nice young man. Prayers for all who loved him.
David & Linda Lehmann
July 25, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of your during this difficult time. Brian was such a good friend to Justin and I know that he will be deeply missed.
Cindi Goodman
July 25, 2011
Debra and family, It has been an honor to have known Brian, he was such a wonderfuly young man and will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Donna Bouldin
July 24, 2011
Debra, my prayer is that our Father will envelope you in comfort and peace. No one can fully know the pain of a mother losing her child. Many love you and will remember Brian fondly. He was his mother's son, full of warmth and a loving heart. May God be with you all at this time.
Chris Scott
July 24, 2011
My thoughts are with all of you through this difficult time. May GOD BLESS you all.
Tisha Hamilton
July 24, 2011
May GOD wrap his arms around each and everyone one of you during this most difficult time. My prayers are with you.
Otis Ruffin
July 24, 2011
Missing my "little" Nephew. Love You Brian.
John & Pam Day
July 24, 2011
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Our hearts go out to you at this time and days ahead. Brian was a wonderful, young man. We will love and miss him always. Let us know if there is anything we can do.
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