Born and raised in Newton, NJ, he graduated as an avid wrestler from Pope John High School in 1973. He went on to become a well known and well respected auto technician and business owner. In his down time, Brian’s two favorite hobbies were motorcycle riding and his ’67 Camaro.
Treasuring family above all else, he leaves behind his wife Kathryn, daughter Caitlyn, daughter Shannon and her husband Jim, his brother Michael and his wife Lori, his sister Kathleen, grandchildren Anthony and Lyla, nephew Jeremy, and niece Erica.
Most of his life was lived on his terms, which always created stories around the table, but it also gave him an unparalleled wisdom that he happily shared and a road map to navigate life and assist others where he could.
One of his greatest personal accomplishments was his continued sobriety. 2022 marked 40 years, many of those years directly helping other people on their journey to sobriety.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the American Legion located at 20 Yates Ave, Newton, NJ on Saturday, October 15 from 12 to 3 p.m. to honor a man who was adored and will be deeply missed. There will be a service performed by Duke Degroat at 12:30 p.m., followed by eulogies from members of the family. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association in his memory.
