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Sis
May 20, 2024
I miss you buddy. Mom an Chloe are with you now. I wish heaven had visiting hours. What I give to talk to you again.
Sherry
May 19, 2021
Hey brother Brian. I love you! Miss you too. Your Sis
May 19, 2020
Hi Brian!
I miss you . Im thinking of you today. I cant wait to be with you again. Love sis
Sis
May 19, 2019
I love you and miss you dearly.
Ted Forgach
May 19, 2019
When we think about how we lived our lives -- we think about friends and family.
Brian and I met through work and became friends. It has been nine years and I think about Brian once in a while when I talk on the ham radio while heading toward his "favorite" store (Walmart). I say this because we would talk on the radio and Brian (KC7BTO) would ask me where I was to test his radio signal and what was I doing? I would answer Brian by telling him I was headed in to Walmart and then he would tell me where he was and what he was doing .... and that Walmart was his favorite store.
This is the funny part: I was seemingly an odd expression for me to hear Brian say this all the time about Walmart but I belived him then and I still do. :-)
I think this is because of the way he treated his friends, family and co-workers and it is also the reason I will never forget Brian. I hope everyone in the family is doing well.
Ted, KB7YLU
Don Iannone
September 4, 2013
Dear Sherry, Ronnie, and all,
I just found Brian's obituary online. I am so sorry for your loss. It sounds as though Brian had a truly distinguished career.
It has been many years since we have been in touch; perhaps since 1972 when I left Tucson and returned to Ohio.
Tucson will always occupy a special place in my life. I will never forget when your Dad and Mom and all of you picked me up at the bus station in Tucson just after the July 4th holiday in 1969.
I would enjoy reconnecting with you if you like. I live in Cleveland, Ohio. My sister Diana and her family live in Tupelo, Mississippi and my brother Doug lives in Ozark, Missouri.
My email is: [email protected] and my cell is 440-668-1686 if you would like to contact me.
Again so sorry the loss of your brother Brian.
All the best,
Don Iannone
sherryy
January 10, 2013
Thinking of you!!! <3
Sherry
November 20, 2012
Hi Brian. Its been awhile but I haven't forgotten about you. I think of you all in heaven everyday. I miss you so very much. I thought of you today in a special way and have to share with you.
I was making dumpling dough this afternoon and remember the time when Deenna ask us to finish the pinching of the dumplings while she went and got ready. Do you remember the size of our dumplings? Softball size? You said people just don't have to eat as many. Today, I laugh, I cried. Those were fun times. HAPPY THANKSGIVING LITTLE BROTHER! Love you forever.
June 18, 2012
Hi My Love,
Thinking of you............and thought about you all day yesterday.
We had a wonderful journey and thank god each and every day for our beautiful family. You will certainly live forever through them. I am sure you are looking down on the family and still taking care of us in many ways. I feel your presence. The girls sure inherited a lot of our strong features. We did well!! Miss you. If you were here...I would still be buzzing around your head lol Love you...forever and always!! your wasp of the desert :)
sis
June 17, 2012
Happy fathers day Brian!
brianna kimes
May 23, 2012
HI grandpa i love and miss you
Sis
May 22, 2012
Hi Brian. Its been a long hard road. I miss you so much. I wish you could be here for holidays. You were the best baby brother a sister could ever ask for. I have a lot of laughter when we talk about you and your your humor quotes. They make me laugh to tears to hear my girls, my husband, or myself catching ourselves repeating them. Its apart of our life you gave us that we will keep close to our hearts forever.
May 3, 2012
Hi my baby,
I am still missing you with all my heart and soul!! We shared something that no one in the whole world has for sure. I am reminded daily. You and I were meant to be. It would have been 35 years on April 23rd. I was sooo futunate to have you by my side....supporting me all the way....through thick and thin...for so long. I am so glad we had our time together. There will never be another like you. Loving you till the end of my days....forever and a day, Deenna
Sherry
April 16, 2012
Happy Birthday Brian. I miss you so much. I hope you're pinching angels. I love you..
Sis
December 27, 2011
Merry Christmas Brian. Your favorite holiday. I miss you so dearly. I thought of you the whole entire day. Hope you're in peace. Love Ya Always.
Carolyn
July 20, 2011
Daddy,
It's been a rough few days. I had to put Earl down. She was in pain. I couldn't see her suffer anymore but at the same time she had really good spirits. I've been mess. She was my first baby. I know you loved her too. I wish I could call you so that you could tell me everything will be ok. I know she's in good hands but looking at her food bowl and stuff keeps stiring the tears. I miss you so bad and her. Love you! Take good care of her and sing with her! Love your baby girl!
Sis
July 19, 2011
Hey baby brother ..look for Bonita she's on her way to heaven to join you all. She wants to sit on your lap and sing like the good old times. Take care of her. I know you will..love you and miss you. Not a day goes by I don't think of you.
sis
June 29, 2011
i got to laughing the other night making dinner. it consist of mashed potatoes and they were the lumpiest ever. We know how you just loved lumpy tators. I could see you picking up the whole pan and rinsing them down the garbage disposal. It made me laugh and think of you. It those little things. Love you and miss you!
Carolyn Kimes- your baby girl
June 19, 2011
Happy father's day daddy! I sure miss you. Wish I could call you but I know your in awesome hands!
sis
June 19, 2011
Happy Fathers Day Brian! I hope its awesome. Tell our daddy Happy Fathers Day from me too. Love you and I truly miss you every single day.
Sherry
June 10, 2011
If roses grow in heaven lord, then pick a bunch for me. Place them in my brothers arms and tell him they're from me. Tell him that I love and miss him, and when he turns to smile, place a kiss upon his cheek and hold him for awhile <3 I love you Brian
Sherry Zurlinden
May 25, 2011
Hi Brian. How's it? I have been struggling with my rejection meds. I just got over being toxic again for 6 weeks. The inside of my mouth was completely raw. I couldn't eat nothing. It was such horrible pain. I'm so happy that you do not have to feel any of that pain any more. I love you very much. I truly miss you.
Carolyn Kimes
May 23, 2011
A year ago today I was on my way to snoodle tale play my kids were in when I heard the song Hope Now by Addison road. I knew at that moment that everything will be ok. After the play I was eating lunch with the ball family and got a call that my father had stopped breathing. He had lost his battle with MS at 49 years old. He was such a light to me in the dark, he always knew what to say to make me feel better and he believed in me like no other. While I know he is in a much better place today and has had one less year of suffering; my heart still aches. He was such a strong man who knew the word. He could do anything! Truly an amazing man who lead me well. I think the best way to put it today is how Laura story says in her song blessings is- that with the pain we realize that this is not our home. I believe today that my father is home. He is in the most amazing place. I miss u soo much!
Brian Schunk
April 15, 1961- may 22, 2010
I love and miss u!
Sis
January 27, 2011
Hi my baby brother..I love you and miss you. Hope gods taking good care of you. I hope you and all your dogs are enjoying every minute. Krista was diagnosed today with Lupus and 50% kidney function. Her dream of becoming what her idle was is over. She is very broken hearted and so I am. We have to take each day as if its are last and carry on.
Sherry
December 25, 2010
Merry Christmas Brian. I miss you not being here to share your favorite holiday of the year. My thoughts have been with you constantly throughout the entire day. You are truly missed by all your family and friends. Merry Chrstmas my little brother. Rest in peace. Sis
Sherry
December 9, 2010
Hi Brian.
Getting close to your favorite holiday. We all know how much you love Christmas, Santa and tons of gifts. This will be a hard Christmas for all of us especially your wasp of the desert(Deenna) Its are first without your humor,and smiles. Oh how you loved opening all those gifts. The more that came in the front door the bigger the smile. I'll never forget. I love you and miss you dearly. Your on and only sister.
Deenna Schunk
November 4, 2010
Hi My one and only,
I am missing you terribly!! I miss your smile...your humor...your everything!! How I would love to hug you. I saw the X's and O's you keep sending me. There were tons of X's today. I truly hope you know how much I love you and always will. My heart is so raw from missing you. I know you are doing better up there wjth the whole family. Please kkep an eye on our kids, grandchildren and family. We all need direction...we feel lost without you. I keep seeing the butterflies you have been sending me along with a few dragonflies. Most days are better. I still can hear yur voice telling me everything is going to be okay. Please know...I love you with all of my heart and soul, I so appreciate all the lessons I learned from you. Thank you so much for always being there...here for me. You are always in my thought and always will be a part of me. Still lost without you. Miss you loads...love you more forever and always...your wasp of the desert. Wish I was still stinging love into your heart!!! :-)
October 19, 2010
Hi My Love,
I am wondering how you are doing. I sure miss you more than anyone can imagine. I fell your presense. You will always be with me. You are the one and only for me and I know we will see each other again. I am still trying to figure this stuff out with Our Fathers guidence. I sure miss your reasurance. Right now, I miss your touch and your voice to tell me.....everything is going to be okay. Just be yourself Deenna and you will do fine. I so want to hug you and kiss you....I will look for the X's and O's in the sky. Someday I will get all the butterflies....keep sending them....I love them. I can feel you presence withthem flying around. Lost without you!!Your Wasp of the Desert :-D
Sherry Zurlinden
September 27, 2010
Hey my baby brother, thought i stop and talk a minute. Hows up stairs? Hows the rest of the family? I imagine Dad, your dogs, and the rest was excited to see you. I bet those family get togethers are alot of fun. Our group down here is getting smaller but we are staying together. Its sure different without your witty humor here making everybody laugh and enjoy life. You sure gave it your all little buddy. You faught it with dignity and courage to the bitter end. I wish I would have been there to say "Ill see you soon" but like you said, "you had to do it your way" Baby Brother you will always be a special part in my heart and I miss you dearly. See ya soon... Love Sis(Fizzarone)
September 25, 2010
HI my love
September 25, 2010
Hi My Handsome Prince,
My cutie...it is your wasp of the Desert...I still miss you soooo. I don't know if the gaping hole in my heart and soul will ever close. I miss your presense,laugh, smile, humor, hugs, touch.....I miss everything about you. I have been trying desparately to find what makes me happy and figure out what the lord wants me to do with the rest of my life. I have really never had to make a decision all on my own. You have always been my sounding board. We made such a dynamic team. I know I talk to you throughout the day. I still tell you a thousand times "I love you!!!" All day and night... I listen for you and I am always looking for you in spirit. I so hope you are doing okay. I can imagine you playing with the dogs, cutting up with everyone, with no pain and much joy. You were always the life of the party. We had so much fun together. I would love to sit in the back of the truck in the middle of the desert, alone with you some night, like we used to gazing at the stars. Lay there and talk and dream and solve all the problems of the world. I would love to hear you come on the radio and give the guys in the city a hard time. The same old story...just one more day. I will see you at the pr\early gates of heaven some day. We always wanted to make a difference in the world, I am going to carry that on in whatever I do for the rest of my days here on earth. Thank you again for everything...there is so much you taught me, I so appreciate you. I miss you loads. Love you more. Forever and ever.. Until we meet again at the gates of heaven...Your wasp of the Desert
Sherry Zurlinden
September 23, 2010
I miss you dearly my baby brother.I know you are resting in peace. It was so hard to let you go to be with the Lord. Though you suffer no more pain . I miss you so. I listen for you on the scanner "KC7BTO, but your not there. I know your chasing the angels and running with the dogs and driving around in your corvette. Ill see you again someday. Meet me at heavens gates. I love you with all my heart. Love Sis
Jeanne Johnson
September 15, 2010
I miss the visits we used to have when everyone was shopping or elsewhere... my time was well spent.. used to like to hear you talking to the other gents on the radio...I know they will miss you and I know your family misses you...Hope to see you in Heaven some day but not soon I hope... Mama Jeanne
Deenna Schunk
August 28, 2010
Hi Baby...my love...my hero...my best friend,
I miss you so and always will. You will be in my heart forever. Noone will ever have my heart and know me the way you did. I love you forever and always.
Your wasp of the desert...still wanting to sting love into your heart...
Sherry Kososkie
June 20, 2010
Happy Father's Day Daddy... I miss u so much.... I know that u r watching over me... I love u!!!
Happy Father's Day Daddy!!! I love u!!
Sherry Kososkie
June 20, 2010
Ted Forgach
June 3, 2010
Kc7bto ... _ _ _ ... Kb7ylu
Brian always treated people with dignity and respect. Brian was the only guy I ever knew who would admit (openly on HAM radio frequencies) that Wal-Mart really was his favorite store and that he liked going there. At first I used to think he was kidding but later, I knew he meant it. Funny, some of the things you remember about someone.
I'm sorry to hear Brian is gone but he will not be forgotten. STPD 564
Lisa Roberts
June 1, 2010
What an impressive man! My heart goes out to you. We are thinking of you all and look forward to you coming home when you can. Love, your neighbors Lisa, Paul, Nicolas and Christopher.
Susan Marshall
May 30, 2010
Deena and family: I offer up my prayers for your loss of Brian. Tears and grief are normal for now but, you will slowly recover. Your friends are with you in this time of sorrow, please don't hesitate to call upon us.
Bob W1phx Jenkins
May 26, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
May 26, 2010
Deanna, I am so sorry to hear about Brian. I just heard today or I would have been to the services. I cant find your phone number so give me a call I would really like to see you. Love and prayers are with all of your family.
Brenda
Sally Malaby
May 26, 2010
Deenna Sorry to hear about Brian, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sally Baca Malaby
Mylene Hickok
May 26, 2010
Praying the Lord will comfort you with His peace...Surround You with His love...and encourage You with His presence.
I am so sorry for your loss.
May God Bless You All and Be With You at This Time....
JOANN POIRIER
May 25, 2010
Deenna and girls,
Iam very sad to hear about Brian, you guys have always been in my thoughts and prayers. miss you all and just want you to know my heart and prayers are with you all now. R.I.P. BRIAN Love always JoAnn
May 25, 2010
To Deena, sherry and carolyn my prayers are with you and your family. you were all like family to me and mine. we have known eachother for a long time and i know that we have not been in contact for a long time either but i love you guys and wish you the best. again my prayers are with you and yours.
Robin P and family.
EDDIE EDWARDS
May 25, 2010
DEENNA,
I WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU ON THE PASSING OF BRIAN.
I KNOW THE MEMORIES YOU HAVE WILL SUSTAIN YOU THROUGH THE TOUGH TIMES.
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
EDDIE EDWARDS
Debbie Basye
May 25, 2010
My dearest Brian, I have been gone for a couple of years now but you and D have been in my thoughts and prayers always over these many years that I have known you, we have both been fighting our own diseases and I am sorry that you have left this life, No worries little buddy I know we will meet again my dear friend! We had some of the most awesome times in the past years you will always live in my heart and my stories of our SPECIAL chocolates!!! I am sorry I wasn't closer with you at the end and truly sorry I wasn't there for your angel of a wife!
Bob and I will miss you always....we are sending our love to your family at this very difficult time! C you on the other side Bri......
Stephan Shemenski
May 25, 2010
Brian was a great man, and wonderful person. I'll miss the chats we had on the air duscussing things like Stink Eye and then what the Urban Dictionary had to say about the definition of Stink Eye.
I'll always remember how Deena, Doc, myself and who know who else was listening to that but how we were all in stitches over my reading on the air and some fast verbal editing to make the definition acceptable for on the air transmission!
Brian We miss you and may you rest in peace....Steve
AK8E
May 25, 2010
Knew Brian thru amateur radio. Very interesting person...Ron AF7H
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