Brian S. Friel

Brian S. Friel obituary, Malvern, PA

Brian S. Friel

Brian Friel Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Logan Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc - Malvern on Feb. 23, 2026.
Brian Friel, age 55, of Malvern, Pennsylvania, beloved father, son and husband, passed away on February 19, 2026. He is survived by his wife, Merrick and their son, Sean. Brian also leaves behind his father and mother, John Martin and Carol Friel, and brother Marty Friel.

Brian made friends wherever he went and left a lasting impression on those who knew him. He had a magnetic personality and quick wit. But, most of all, Brian had a huge heart.

He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Brian's memory will live on through his family.

A memorial service to celebrate Brian's life will be held on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 11:30 AM. Visitation with family will begin at 10:00 AM until the time of the memorial service. Visitation and Memorial Service will all be held in the Logan Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 392 Lancaster Ave., Malvern, Pennsylvania 19355. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Brandywine SPCA. https://bvspca.org/

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Logan Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc - Malvern

392 Lancaster Ave., Malvern, PA 19355

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