Brian Lees Pendleton

Brian Pendleton Obituary

Brian Lees Pendleton 1956 ~ 2004 Brian Lees Pendleton passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, June 8, 2004. Surviving are daughter Karli "Belle" and son, Devin; parents, Alan and Beverly; brothers, Richard and Robert; nephews, Brett, Jeff, Ryan, and Jeremy; niece, Katie. Preceding him in death was his brother, Scott. Brian was born March 24, 1956 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Raised in Bountiful, graduating from Bountiful High School. Served in Australia Adelaide Mission. Attended Utah State University, and then graduated from BYU. Brian loved the gospel. He loved studying church and family history. Married Kimi LeMmon, November 30, 1990, later divorced. An active member of the LDS Church. He loved spending time with this greatest achievements, Karli and Devin who will miss him dearly. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Graveside services will be held Friday, June 11, 2004 at 11:30 a.m. at the Bountiful City Cemetery, 2020 South 200 West. Friends may call Thursday evening from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at the Russon Brothers Bountiful Mortuary, 295 North Main, and Friday morning from 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. prior to services. Online guest book and direction map at www.russonmortuary.com

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Jun. 9, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Brian Pendleton

11 Entries

Jeff Olson

August 30, 2004

I worked with Brain at Warnock's by Owner for a brief time. He was a co-worker and he was my friend. I just found out about his passing today Aug. 30,2004. I am very sad and I wanted to wish all the best to his lovely children, Karli and Devin. I knew Brain loved them dearly! I wish Brain all the best and I am in shock! I feel just terrible about his passing. May my friend rest in peace. God bless you Brain!!!! jeff

Robin Riggs

June 22, 2004

Bev and Al, I have been out of town for nearly a month and learned of Brian's death only upon my return last week. I remember Brian from the early young adult days all the way through his marriage. He lived life to the fullest and was always a joy to be around. I will miss him very much. Please accept my most sincere condolences to you and to Kimi and her children. Robin Riggs

Cindi Savage

June 17, 2004

I saw Brian's picture in the paper and immediately felt shock and saddness. I knew Brian in college at BYU. He was a wonderful friend. Brian had a quick wit and was always up to something fun. He and I had many good talks as I prepared for the temple before serving a mission. My greatest saddness is that his darling children may not remember how fun and funny and bright their father was. He always lifted others up and made everyone feel like they were a special friend. My prayers are with his family and yet I know their testimonies of eternal life must be a great strength to them at this difficult time. I'm condfident that a kind and loving Heavenly Father will bring Brian's family peace and that a awonderful reunion awaits them all in the future. Brian is one person I intend on looking up when I leave this world. I can't wait to hear about all his adventures on the other side of the veil! His second mission has just begun.

Greg Betenson

June 14, 2004

I've been out of town for more than a week and just learned of Brian's passing.

My wife & I deeply loved Brian. He had many, many gifts including the ability to tell funny stories that lightened the cares of lots of people.

He was truly one of the great & noble of our Heavenly Father.

Another one of Brian's gifts was tremendous empathy for others. Many, many times he went out of his was to lighten the load of someone suffering or share with someone not as blessed as he. I know of private visits to a paralyzed boy in the hospital. I know of discouraged friends who recived encouragement from Brian.

My 12 year old son Jake recently visited with Brian. Jake was very impressed with Brian & his charisma & charm.

I know that Heavenly Father called him home. We offer our condolences to his family. We will deeply miss Brian & look forward to talking & laughing with him again. God Bless the Pendleton Family.

Lynn Willis Allred

June 11, 2004

I knew Brian in the good old BYU days. We lived in Sparks Apartments and were in the same ward. Brian was just so much fun to be around, yet he possessed a depth of spirit that was disarming at times. I remember two experiences that illustrate both. Once during a break between semesters he and I determined that we would have a suntan contest. The loser had to buy the winner a Slurpee at the nearby 7-11. (He won, but I never gave him the satisfaction of a formal concession.) I also remember being with Brian at the hospital, visiting his grandfather who was very ill and not expected to live. His feelings were so tender and the love he felt for his grandfather so apparent.

I am profoundly saddened by his passing and my thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Jacob Fackrell

June 11, 2004

I had the priviledge of working with Brian at Warnock's By Owner. I knew him to be a diligent worker, always putting the concerns of co-workers first. He was a man of high integrity and often spoke of his two adorable children who he loved so much. Brian will certainly be missed.

Virginia Pendleton

June 11, 2004

...Remembering Our Brian...

A Rose once grew where all could see,

Sheltered beside a garden wall,

And as the days passed swiftly by,

It spread it's branches straight and tall...

One day, a beam of light

Shown through a crevice that had opened wide.

The rose bent gently toward it's warmth,

Then passed beyond to the other side..

Now...you who deeply

feel it's loss,

Be comforted...the rose blooms there,

It's beauty even greater now, for it's nurtured by

God's own loving care.

With Our Love,

Ken and Virginia

Franklin M. Priest

June 10, 2004

Bev and Al, Karen and I send our deepest and most sincere condolences at Brian's passing. Our family prays for you at this sorrowful time, that you will be comforted by our Father's grace.

Lisa Barnes

June 10, 2004

I met Brian at a Dance for singles last fall. We became friends & he, Devin & Karli spent some time at my home. As we talked we realized that he had been a Zone Leader in Australia to my deceased husband. Brian was a kind & fun person. I could never tell if he was teasing me or being serious. I was very sorry to read of his passing. He was such a sweet & loving dad to the children too. I will keep all of you in my prayers. You must be great parents to have raised such a fine son. What a comfort to know you will be with him forever again some day. Lisa Barnes

Charles Cranney

June 9, 2004

For a very bried time, Brian and I were mission companions in Australia. We were also flat mates right before he finished his mission. He was one of the best missionaries out there. I remember Brian and Wayne Reese spent their last night in Adelaide, Australia, going around town visiting many of the people whose lives they touched. We had many a gospel discussion with each other, and I remember some special spiritual moments as we talked about Jesus Christ. I am deeply saddened by his death. He volunteered five years ago to chair our next mission reunion, which will be this October. He will be missed greatly by all of us who so enjoyed his spirit while on his mission.

Rosemary Tolman-Weiland

June 9, 2004

I worked at First Western Advisors with Brian in the early 1990s. Brian was a good friend and was extraordinarily instrumental in helping me decide to serve an LDS Mission. I am very saddened to hear of his passing.

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