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1958
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Brian Kuzniar Obituary
1958 - 2025
W Springfield
It is with great love and respect that the family of Brian S. Kuzniar announces his sudden passing on December 12,2025. Brian was born in Springfield on February 18,1958 and spent his youth and was educated in Chicopee. From a young age he was a car enthusiast and was gifted with the talent to be able to repair cars. His passion brought him to a career as a mechanic working for Ryder Truck. He also was the proud owner and operator of Smitty's Speed Shop which was housed in his garage. He took great pride in repairing cars for a great many people and his prized possession was his 1979 Buick Skylark. Brian was a compassionate man with a heart of gold and his love for his children was boundless. His one weakness was his love for hot fudge sundaes especially when there was more fudge than ice cream. He was well loved and will be forever missed.
Surviving Brian are his two devoted sons, Brandon and partner Casey and Sean and his wife Sheena. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Ally Lynn, Leland and his faithful companion Luggy.
Visitation with his family will be held on December 22,2025 at the Agawam Funeral Home 184 Main Street from 4-6 P.M. Committal will be held privately
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Pauline
December 21, 2025
Brian, I'm shocked to hear this and so sad we won't be able to shout "hello" to each other again.
Darlene Redfern
December 21, 2025
Brian you were such a great friend to my brother Donald and I enjoyed the visits at family birthday and picnic years ago when kids were younger. You and Donald together in heaven, gonna have fun
Patrick Murphy
December 20, 2025
I feel that I have lost my best friend and "little brother. I have known Brian for more than 20 years but feels I´ve always had him as a friend,of course we met while he was working on a car. To say he had a big heart is an understatement he never failed to ask how you were and ask if he could help no matter how he himself felt I will not stop missing you rest in peace
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Dorothy Phillips
December 19, 2025
Brian helped me get my car in tip top shape back in 1987. 68 dodge dart , 3 on the tree. He helped me follow my dream of going west. I ended up in Jackson Hole Wyoming for 35 years. Visited W.S. a couple times afterwards, invited him out, but he was busy being Brian! Always have him in my memory as a wonderful guy. The world was a better place with him in it.Oh, the 1st time I was in a car doing 120mph... yup, with Brian in the Judge. Peace brother, see ya at the big garage in the sky. Hopefully with no extra parts after doing a brake job.
Kathy Brennan
December 19, 2025
My condolences to Brian´s family.
David Geoffroy
December 19, 2025
I made friends with Brian when I was 16 years old I think the last time I saw him was around 1981. I really liked that guy and I often wondered how he was doing but was never able to locate him. I remember Brian as a very kind, friendly gentle guy with a great sense of humor as well. I still remember him driving his Blue 74 Olds 442. Those were great times. Brian my friend you are in my prayers as well as your family. Rest in the love and peace of Christ.
Ron Brennan
December 19, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest condolences.
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