Brian Samuel Amacker

Brian Amacker Obituary

Brian Samuel Amacker

Brian Samuel Amacker passed away in Littleton, Colorado, in his sleep on January 6, 2006, due to a heart attack. He was 44 years old.

Brian was born in Fresno, California, on November 11, 1961. He moved to Bakersfield upon his mother’s marriage to Carl Murdock. In 1981 the family moved to Eureka. Brian became a paramedic and worked for Eureka, Arcata, Hoopa and Crescent City Ambulances. He then worked for North Coast Emergency Medical Services. In 1990 he went to work as a Fireman for South Lake County Fire District. He then moved to Denver in 2000.

Brian chose to become a Paralegal in 2001. He enrolled in Arapahoe Community College in Littleton, Colorado, and completed the program with honors. He was a Phi Theta Kapppa Member and on the school’s President’s List. He did his internship in the United States District Court, working for Judge Wiley Y. Daniel in Denver, CO. Following that he worked at a law firm in Denver and one in Grand Junction. He was a dedicated employee and always excelled in whatever project he was assigned.

Brian chose career paths that always led to helping other in crisis, from 15 years as a paramedic, 5 years as a fireman and the last three years as a paralegal. Brian was exceptional at every job. He was described by a co-worker as having a loving heart of gold and would do anything to help others. He was always a gentleman. Brian was a of a jokester and loved to make people laugh.

Brian loved the outdoors and especially the mountains. He enjoyed hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park and Steamboat Springs. He river-rafted in Gunnison. One of his favorite places was Estes Park, CO. It reminded him of Northern California. He enjoyed the many opportunities that Denver offered. He saw Broadway shows, attended concerts and the theatre. He also loved all the different restaurants.

Brian is survived by his parents, Martha and Carl Murdock; sister, Tina G. Conrow; and dear friends, Nellie Stasica and Dave Tidwell.

There will be a visitation from 1-2 pm on Sunday, January 16, 2006, at Chapel of the Ferns Sanders Funeral Home, 1835 E Street, Eureka, CA. The Reverand Bill Lawrence will officiate a Memorial Service that will be held on Monday, January 16, 2006, at 2:30 PM at Ocean View Cemetery Chapel at 3975 Broadway, Eureka, California.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in Brian’s name to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements are under the direction of Chapel of the Ferns Sanders Funeral Home.

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Published by Times-Standard on Jan. 15, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Brian Amacker

6 Entries

Lonna Davis

February 12, 2006

Martha and Carl,

I am so sorry, and was totally shocked to read of Brian's passing. I know how very proud you were of him and what he has done with his life. He was truly a brave soul and a very loving son. He will now be in heaven as one of God's angels, looking down on you to see that you are OK. My best to both of you. Love to you both, Lonna

David Fidjeland

January 30, 2006

I'm very sorry to hear of Brian's passing. I worked with him when we were at Cith Ambulance in Eureks, and I have fond memories of that time. I lost track of him after his accident. Again, I'm sorry for your loss.

Keith Killian

January 19, 2006

Family and Friends of Brian:

As each of you know, Brian was a special person who inspired those who knew him. Brian worked with me on a U.S. Supreme Court brief. He was so diligent on the project that it trully surprized me. He was meticulous and kept me advised of every procedural nuance. After the project was completed he was very proud of the work we had done. He had every right to be. I was honored to work with him. On January 1, 2006, Brian called me from Denver. He asked me to be a reference for him. He spoke of his aspirations. He also mentioned his desire to stay in the good graces of his parents. He asked me to relay specific messages to certain people in the office in order to convey, essentially, a message of forgiveness. I again was honored to participate in Brian's life. I will remember Brian as an example of a peacemaker and of human potential. Keith Killian

Wendy Collins

January 16, 2006

I met Brian when he was my EMT insutructor. I have been an EMT in the fire service for almost 20 years. He had many gifts but one that touched so many people was his ability to teach, not just the clinical but the love of the job. I hadn't seen or spoken to him in years but his death is a great loss. I will continue to be the best EMT I can be in memory of Brian. God Bless you.

Jerry and Sally Voorhees

January 15, 2006

Martha and Carl, there is nothing that we can say to ease the pain of your loss. We could only admire the courage of you and Brian during his early health battles at Mad River Hosp/Pharmacy. Now we all must have courage in his loss knowing that he is now an angle of God.

Our symphathy, Jerry and Sally Voohrees

PENNY DEAN

January 15, 2006

Martha And Carl i am so sorry about the loss of your son Brian May God be with you in this hard time of sorrow and always bless you with sweet memories of Brian Barbra will watch over him in heaven as she will all of us some day God Bless you Penny

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