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Brian Needham Obituary

Bridgewater Brian Needham, a lifelong resident of Bridgewater, died suddenly Jan. 20, 2008, in Warwick, R.I. He was 34. Born in Brockton, he was a 1991 graduate of Bridgewater-Raynham Regional High School. He worked as an electrician for the last 15 years. He was the father of Zoe Rasar of East Taunton; son of Frank and Lila (Dunaway) Needham Sr. of Bridgewater; brother of Norma Ciaramella of Brockton, Frank Jr. of Bridgewater and Michael of East Bridgewater. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be Friday in the Prophett Funeral Home, 98 Bedford St. (Rte. 18), Bridgewater, from 4-8 p.m. Funeral and burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Zoe Rasar Educational Fund, c/o Bridgewater Credit Union, 75 Main St., Bridgewater, MA 02324.

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Published by The Enterprise from Jan. 23 to Jan. 24, 2008.

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Bonnie Shirosky

January 29, 2008

Mr.and Mrs. Needham and Norma,I am so sorry for your loss I haven't seen Brian since he was a little boy but I remember him as a funny little guy.

Michelle Alger (McKeague)

January 26, 2008

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Needham family. Take care of each other during the months to come.

DD Giovo

January 26, 2008

My deepest sympathy to the family of Brian. I have alot of Great memories of Brian. He was what u call a true friend. He will be missed though I look at it as God chose another ANGEL!

BE STRONG!!!
~DD~

Maureen,Dean&Elizabeth Cabral

January 26, 2008

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Jen (Wass) Tully

January 26, 2008

What a great person Brian was. I have many good high school memories and will always remember his forever smiling face and warm personality. My thoughts are with his friends and family during this difficult time.

January 25, 2008

Brian was a wonderfull person, He will be greatly missed.
Mike and Kim, R.I.

Aleta Bezanson & Family

January 25, 2008

Sorry to hear of your loss- Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Irene Kulda-Clenott

January 25, 2008

My heart goes out to you. Brian was a frequent and welcome visitor at my home when he and my son Chuck would get together with friends. His sense of humor was his gift to us all.

Amy Carey (Wass)

January 25, 2008

We are thinking of you at this difficult time. Brian was a great friend in High School, we graduated together. He had a great sense of humor and wonderful personality. My prayers are with you.

John Fournier

January 25, 2008

Frank and family,

Deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

John Fournier and Family

Joan Danubio

January 25, 2008

Frank, Lee Ann, Meg and Ben...
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers
Joan, Eric, Kerin and Jack

Kerri Sheeran

January 25, 2008

My family and I are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. ~Kerri & Family (Sandi's friend)

Dean & Kerin Thrasher

January 24, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this very difficult time. I went to school with Brian and he was such a nice and caring person and friend. He will be missed.

Rick/Tom Canepa

January 24, 2008

Our deepest sympathies to his family and friends. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Brian was a childhood friend/neighbor for many years. (fond memories snowmobiling in the 80s). He is remembered as an outgoing, generous, caring, and thoughtful person. Also remember Brian doing his best to make people happy and his ability to lighten up serious situations. He will be deeply missed.

January 24, 2008

So sorry to hear of your loss. Brian was a good friend for many years. He will be missed.

Ted Haley & Family

God Bless

Carla Bean and Family

January 24, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss of Brian. He will always be remembered by me as a nice, funny and loving person and he will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

Colleen

January 24, 2008

My heart goes out to you all. Zoe, keep your chin up--love you!

Lisa Emerson (Hathaway)

January 24, 2008

I am sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Mike & Karin Mott

January 24, 2008

Karin and I have you in our prayers and our hearts in this very difficult time.

Kristen Amaral

January 24, 2008

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Joe and Lucky DiOrio

January 24, 2008

Frank and Family: Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss... our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Jaye Dupuy

January 24, 2008

Norma,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jaye, Lance, Allyson, Jade & Gram

Lori Marinelli/Washburn

January 24, 2008

To the Needham Family so sorry for the loss of your son Brian. I Went to school with him and he was a wonderful caring person. My prayers are with you

Pat, Patti, Chris, Giuliana and Tony Ciaramella

January 24, 2008

To the Needham Family and loved ones, we want to express our deepest sympathy for your great loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Bob Buckley

January 24, 2008

Frank, Lila, Frank Jr, Lee and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob & Stacy

Karlene Fitts

January 24, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

The Quinns Your neighbors

January 23, 2008

To the Needham family, My sympathy and concern goes out to your family, may you be blessed with peace at this time.

Cindy L. Sousa (Melberg/Fruzzetti)

January 23, 2008

Brian was my best friend in elementary school.He lived down the street. He was always nice to me ,even when the other kids weren't. He even went to camp one April vacation because I didn't want to go by myself. I haven't seen him in a long time, but I will miss him greatly.
I am so very sorry for your loss.

John & Lori Pierson

January 23, 2008

We wanted to express our deepest sympathy to Brian's family and loved ones. Brian touched alot of lives and will be sadly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

cara

January 23, 2008

May you remember the good times and know he was a good person. He will be missed.I will never forget my wedding day when Brian danced with me in place of my father. It ment so much. I will never forget him.I'm so sorry for yor loss.

Terry Christy and Meadow

January 23, 2008

Our deepest sympathy for your great loss. We love and miss you Bri

JILL RAPHAEL

January 23, 2008

PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR FAMILY MEMBER. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME.

Judy Michaels

January 23, 2008

My heartfelt sympathy to you for your terrible loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.

(Friend of Lila's from Franklin Sports)

sonia treen

January 23, 2008

I'm so very sorry for your loss.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Billy Ricci Jr.

January 23, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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