1973
2019
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Erin Ludwig
November 2, 2019
Love and miss you dear friend.
Olivia Hazel
November 2, 2019
I am so sad to read of BJs passing. My deepest sympathies and prayers for his family. BJ and I were close in high school. He was always so sweet and funny. I have a lot of memories of BJ.
A C
October 31, 2019
I remember us drinking 4 cups of coffee and talking every morning before high school, like old men, despite you drinking 2 pots before leaving the house. A genuine good soul that radiated happiness and honesty. Fair winds and following seas, old friend.
Marty Viola
October 30, 2019
We're all going to miss you, buddy. I rest easy knowing you are with the Lord. I'll never forget all of our great talks we had in the break room. This place won't be the same without you.
Rick O'Hara
October 30, 2019
I'm so sad to hear this. BJ was always sincere, friendly, and great to be around....all those years ago when we all hung out. I wish I would have known how to be more like him.
Thoughts and Love to his family
C Lawson
October 30, 2019
He was a friend of my son, Mike, RIP
Emily Starrick
October 29, 2019
I will testify under oath that BJs loyalty to his brothers and sisters knew no bounds, his laughter was so genuine as to shake houses down the block, and his kindness radiated from deep within his huge, golden heart.
Dianne Gutierrez
October 29, 2019
I'm so sorry to hear of BJ's untimely passing. He was a big part of my life back in the day and I will hold all our memories dear to my heart. If you ever met BJ, you will certainly never forget him. Rest in heaven old friend.
Jimmy Bristow
October 29, 2019
I worked with Bill in my 4yrs at SMTD. He was a good & funny guy. Prayer to the family.
Kathy McDowell
October 29, 2019
So sorry for your loss. Time heals all wounds.
Jim Douglas
October 29, 2019
thank you Bill for keeping the wheels turning.
MARIA BREWER
October 29, 2019
You will be missed, my love.

MARIA BREWER
October 29, 2019
It took us twenty years to find eachother again....n, our time has been cut short...again...the boys and i will forever miss your laughter, love, and smiles in our lives.... so much love angel, Maria

MARIA BREWER
October 28, 2019
My angel, it took us over twenty years to find our way back to each other. I never realized how much I missed those big blue eyes and contagious laugh... and, now they are gone again. My heart breaks since you were taken from all if us ENTIRELY TOO EARLY.
Your huge heart will sorely be missed by so many. I always smile when i think of my tough Harley guy who tears up at a Hallmark commercial.
The boys and I will forever love, miss, smile, talk, and think about you. Please never forget how proud you made me to be by your side.... Forever loved, Maria
Dawn Medley
October 28, 2019
Sorry so for your loss. I know words cant take away your pain. But hang on to your sweet memories as each passing day goes by. Keeping you all in my prayers as I know the how it feels to have a huge hole in your heart. May God be with during this time
MARIA BREWER
October 28, 2019
My angel, it took us over twenty years to find our way back to eachother. I never realized how much i missed those big blue eyes and contagious laugh. And,,,now, they're gone again.. My heart breaks since you were taken from all of us ENTIRELY TOO EARLY. Your huge heart will be sorely missed by so many. I will always smile when i think of my Harley guy who tears up at a Hallmark commercial. The boys and I will forever love, miss, smile, talk, and think about you. Please NEVER forget how proud you made me to be by your side.... Forever Loving and Missing You, Maria

So proud of how great u look!!!
MARIA BREWER
October 28, 2019
Cristie Roscetti-Lyons
October 28, 2019
I soul we'll never forget! Rest Peacefully B.J.❤
October 28, 2019
Ride Free my friend until we meet again ......
Stephanie Gutierrez
October 28, 2019
Condolences to the family and friends of BJ. I remember him as a kind and respectful young man. May he Rest In Peace.
Bob Hartman
October 28, 2019
Damn brother! This breaks my heart. We will ride together again!
Hope Courier
October 28, 2019
Prayers to all
Amanda Murphy
October 28, 2019
Prayers for family & friends. Another angel got their wings way too soon. Sending peace for all of you during this sad time. Fly high my friend.
Jeffrey Grant
October 28, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.p
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