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Bryan Bernasconi Obituary
Bryan BERNASCONI Bryan was born September 27th, 1980 and had a full 26 years of life before leaving us much too soon on May 6th, 2007 from natural causes. He graduated from Kentwood High School in 1999 and earned his bachelor's degree in finance from Portland State University in 2004. Bryan was employed by Freightliner LLC, in Portland Oregon, as an account manager representing the Detroit Diesel engine division. Everyone who met Bryan loved him. His big smile and his easy going personality were just a part of his knack for making everyone he knew feel special. Bryan loved life as much as he loved his family and friends. Having him around for 26 years wasn't nearly enough. We also know in his 26 years "Bry" exuded more charisma, love, joy, humor, vitality and tenderness than most can hope for in a lifetime. Many things describe Bryan: true blue, genuine, heartfelt, comedian, kind, handsome, unpredictable, intelligent, fire-cracker, warm, spirit-lifter, best friend, heartfelt. The list could go on forever. He would want us to celebrate his life, remember the happy times and continue laughing and smiling. Bryan will be forever loved and never forgotten. He is survived by countless friends and family, including parents, Alex and Jamie Bernasconi; best friends and sisters, Erica and Tracy Bernasconi; grandmother, Teresa "Noni" Bernasconi; aunts, Marina Serena and Jan Bernasconi; uncles, Tary Serena, Roger Bernasconi and Michael VanBuskirk; treasured cousins, Chris, Michelle, Jenae, Jason and Shaun Serena, Daniella, Lisa and Joey Bernasconi; and beautiful second cousins, Riley Clark and Aidan Strickler. Visitation will be Thursday from 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Marlatt's Funeral Home in Kent, WA. Bryan's Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, May 11th, at 10:00 a.m. at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Kent, Washington at 310 3rd Ave South, 98032. Burial at Hillcrest Cemetery in Kent, WA. In lieu of flowers and to honor Bryan's love of children, the Bernasconi Family asks that gifts in his memory be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oregon, 2000 SW 1st Ave, Suite 100; Portland, Oregon, 97201. 503-292-2280.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Bryan Bernasconi
Michael Van Buskirk
May 7, 2008
Hi Bryan,
It has been a year since your passing, and your light still shines brightly. We see it and feel it. I do every day. We know you are with us as you can be, and that is a comfort that warms the cold and empty space we feel about your loss. The puzzle we feel at your leaving us is no mystery to you, and yet the lesson for us is mostly elusive. What persists is our Love and Yours, in that way that connects us and always will--you are Loved and Cherished, now and forever. And we feel your Love for us--but sometimes that connection leaves us and makes us feel sad and lonely. Bryan, we love you and miss you.....and revel in the comfort of the wonderful 26 years you shared with us...
Love,
Uncle Mike
Renee Rowan
March 30, 2008
Dear Jamie, Alex, Tracy and Erica,
I never got to know Bryan, but in my heart I must have because I have a gaping hole in my heart to know that he died at such a young age. Please accept a long lost cousin's love during such a moment of personal loss.
Our sincerest sympathies,
Renee and Jim Rowan, your cousins
as well as Gary Moe, Michael Moretz and Olympia (your second cousin)
Larry Donohue M.D.
June 30, 2007
What a beautiful person.
I have walked the path you are walking. My prayer is for your peace.
Lisa bernasconi
June 9, 2007
Bryan,
You are never too far from us. We all hold you right in our hearts and miss you more and more each day. As time passes we will never forget you, but we will always cherish all the good times we shared together. I love you Bry and am now able to say I definately have a guardian angel looking over me.
Kristin Johnson
May 30, 2007
Although I never met Bryan Bernasconi, I know his cousin Carlo and Carlo's mother Stella Caraccioli. Carlo's tribute is truly moving, making me miss Bryan. The world is better for his spirit.
Kevin Arthur
May 29, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Kevin Arthur Family
Ken and Jennifer Stoner
May 25, 2007
Alex, Jamie, Erica and Tracy,
There are no words to describe the shock when we heard of Bryan's passing. Our prayers are with your family during this time.
Rob Miller
May 24, 2007
Alex, I have no words that are capable of easing the pain of your loss but please know that Nancy and I have had you and Jamie in our thoughts and prayers. I'm glad that computers can't show tears.
Jenny Schneider
May 20, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I had a few classes with Brian in high school. He was such a fun person to be around, always making everyone around him feel special. Life is worth living because of the people we get to know.
Leslie Meisner
May 16, 2007
Jamie, Alex, Erica, and Tracy,
There aren't words to say how sorry I was to hear about Bryan. I will always remember him as a preschooler, full of confidence and energy. I always said that I could leave the room, and Bryan could take care of everything in my absence. The last time I saw him, he was a young man, but he still had that confidence and energy, with a huge dose of charm added to the mix. He was a Bernasconi through and through!
Your family has had a special place in our lives. Of all the families she babysat, Jenna enjoyed the three Bernasconi's the most. She still has a picture of all of you in her bedroom here at home.
I know that all of you face difficult times ahead as you come to terms with the loss of someone with so much potential and love at such a young age. Please know that you are much loved and respected, and very much in our thoughts and prayers. I'm really at a loss as to what to say, but if you ever need to talk, I'm a good listener.
I know you feel blessed to have had Bryan in your life, even for too short a time - but please remember - he was equally blessed to have you in his.
Lori Kerr
May 16, 2007
Alex, Jamie, Erica, Tracy, and Bryan:
In the short time I've worked with you and have gotten to know your family, the main thing I immediately noticed was what truly amazing people each of you are - what you see is what you get and that's AWESOME!
You each have a love and zest for life and you freely pass that along to all those who's lives/paths you cross; openingly sharing your sense humor and your laughter. Your family is a blessing to those who have had the good fortune of crossing paths with you. Thank you for sharing yourselves, your lives.
I have no doubt Bryan was called to be an Angel and what a darn fine Angel he'll make...of that I am most certainly sure of! Bryan's life is truly an inspiration and celebration of all that's good, all that's right...
May each of us strive towards embracing life and those around us as each of you have done so graciously throughout your lives.
You are all truly GOOD People!
With love and warmest regards,
James & Angie Sharpe
May 15, 2007
Alex, Jamie, and family,
Angie and I are very sorry to hear about the news of Bryan. He was a great friend and an inspiration to all with his ever positive attitude and outlook on life. I will cherish the memories that I had with him as I am sure everyone who knew Bryan will. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. James and Angie
Greg Dunbar
May 14, 2007
Jamie and Alex - My heart just broke when I heard this news. I know how much Bryan meant to you. You are in my prayers.
Ken & Teri Flajole
May 14, 2007
Dear Alex & Jamie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. We pray that your faith in God will reassure you that one day you will put your arms around Bryan again. Sincerely, Ken & Teri Flajole
Maureen Akins
May 13, 2007
Dear Jamie and Alex, There are no words to express our sorrow that you have lost your precious Bryan. Our entire family, Dave, Tim, Mike and Beth are praying that you find peace. You were the best of parents to Bryan, loving, positive, warm and supportive, everything he could have asked for. I know Jewellyn is watching over him now.
Love, Maureen Akins and Family
Gayle VanNess
May 13, 2007
Dear Jamie, Alex, Erica, and Tracy,
We are so sorry to hear about Bryan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Sean and Gayle VanNess
Brian Daniels
May 12, 2007
Bryan,
I feel blessed to have known you, to have worked with you but most of all to have laughed with you. I am grateful for the few moments we got to share in the parking lot in Redford only a week before your passing.
To Bryan's family and frieds, My heart aches for you and you have all been in the prayers of my family.
May Bryan's passing be an example to us that life is not measured in moments in time but in timeless moments.
May the lord bless you my friend, may we all share a laugh with you in heaven one day and may god bless you with his gifts of faith, hope and love.
Phil and Trudy Rooney
May 12, 2007
Jamie and Alex,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Bryan. Although we never met him we know how much he meant to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa & Riley Bernasconi
May 12, 2007
Bry,
I am so fortunate to have been close to you our Senior year. I will never forget our fun times together. I will always cherish the memories of us. Thank you so much for being there for Riley, you meant the world to him. I am so happy that Riley was able to go with you to the Seahawks game on Christmas Eve and spend it with you. Riley looked up to you and adored you. He will miss you very much! Please watch over us and be our Guardian Angel. We love you Bry and miss you deeply!
Sunny Egan (Cunningham)
May 11, 2007
Family,
I'm very sorry for your loss! I knew Brian from Kentwood. You will all be in my prayers!
- Hudson
May 11, 2007
Jamie & Alex,
I am unable to convey in words, the things I feel in my heart right now. I guess, most of all, I want you to know that I love you and I care and I've been thinking about you non-stop since hearing the news about Bryan. If there's anything at all I can do to make the difficult days ahead any easier for you, you need only call. In the meantime, please know that you're in my thoughts and prayers always. I am so very sorry.
Chuck & Debbie Flajole
May 11, 2007
Jamie & Alex, We were so sorry to hear about Bryan. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May God Bless You All.
John & Tara O'Leary
May 11, 2007
Jamie and Alex,
Our hearts go out to you, Tracy and Erica for the loss of Bryan. You are such great parents and we know how much you love your children and how important family is to you.
Just last week in Charlotte, I saw Alex's face light up and the pride in his eyes as he talked about Bryan following in the old man's footsteps at Freightliner.
Bryan brought joy into the lives of everyone he met. His time among us was short but his impact was unforgettable.
Mary Ness
May 11, 2007
God saw you getting tired
And a cure was not to be,
So he put his arms around you
And whispered
“Come To Me”
With tearful eyes we watched you,
And saw you pass away,
And although we loved you dearly,
We could not make you stay,
A golden heart stopped beating,
Hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best.
Dear Alex, Jamie and family,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Our Prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Mary & Harold Ness
Toni Watanabe
May 10, 2007
Jamie, Alex, Erica and Tracy,
Our love and prayers are there with you. When we picture Brian, we see that incredible smile, that spark in his eyes, his love for life, and his exceptance of all. His presence is huge loss but Bryan lives on in all of you!
Love from the Watanabe Family
Doug & Stepheena Johnson
May 10, 2007
Dear Alex, Jamie, and Family - We have always enjoyed your kids all those summers at KSTC. We are so saddened by Bryan's passing. We will hold you all in our prayers as you travel through this journey.
Doug and Stepheena
Tammy, Kenny & Tanner Strickler
May 10, 2007
Bryan~
We were only fortunate to be around you a few times, but great memories are what we take from them. Anyone that crossed your path was lucky to have met you. You were kind, sweet and a true gentleman.
Jessica Thorsen
May 10, 2007
Bry,
You were an inspiration to many, your smile was infectious and your heart was pure and genuine. You will be missed.
Kathy (Johnson) Batz
May 10, 2007
Dear Jamie and Alex, I'm so sorry to hear about Bryan. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time. May your memories bring you lasting comfort. Please know that I'm thinking of you.
Melanie Bethscheider
May 10, 2007
Bryan,
Craig and I will always be thankful for the time we were able to spend with you during your short time here on earth. We will never forget you and will always have a special place in our hearts for you. We hope to be able to carry on all of the great things you did in your honor. We will never forget you.
Much Love,
Melanie and Craig
Vicki Gordon
May 10, 2007
Bryan was so loved here on earth. God must have needed a very special angel at this moment and he chose Bryan, because he indeed is an angel.
Bob, Trish, Jamie and Derek Cariglia
May 10, 2007
Jamie, Alex, Erica and Tracy,
There are no words that can be said other than "our thoughts and prayers are with you". We had the good fortune to get to know Bryan a little when we lived in Portland, and we will always remember him as a caring young man with a big smile!
Sandy Heller
May 10, 2007
The wide grin, the shy smiling face, and the most loving brother I have ever known...those are the images that come to mind I when I am thinking of Bryan. The world will definately miss this wonderful soul.... who was loved by so many people. Heaven gets to enjoy him now. Prayers and hugs to all of his beautiful family.
Jan and Ron Westby
May 10, 2007
Dear Jamie and Alex, Ron and I were so sadden to hear about Bryan. You are all in our prayers. Remember God only picks the most beautiful flowers to be in his garden and Bryan will be one of the most brighest of them all.
We love you all.
Daniella Bernasconi
May 10, 2007
Hi B...it's D! I know you wouldn't want any of us to get all choked so I'm just going to make this quick. Not only were you my little (younger) cousin, but you were a mentor to me. You always knew what to say to bring everyone's spirits up. Bryan, you are our families Guardian Angel. Tell grandpa Toni hello and Happy 110th Birthday (since today would have been his birthday). Please give him a big hug and kiss for me! I know you are under his wing... WE ALL LOVE YOU VERY MUCH B! You will always be remembered as the comedian in the family... Not only were you a cousin to little Riley, but you were a father figure. You were the one who paid the most attention to him and spoiled the crap out of him! Riley really misses you... Again, thank you for everything you have done for the family and all of your friends. We miss you Bry, Bry but I'm not worried because I know we all will see you very, very soon. Love always, Dee xoxo
Ron Richards
May 10, 2007
HEY "B" Sorry I can't be there. I just want you to know that you are one on my lifes treasures. You were always a gentleman and a wonerful person to have as a friend.
Ron
Michelle, Tim, & Aidan Strickler
May 10, 2007
We will miss you Bryan! You always knew how to make us laugh! We love you!!
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