Name: Yarington's Funeral Home
Address: Seattle, WA

Brian, I still can’t believe you are gone.  After a few years of not seeing you after my dad died and the family stopped talking, you and I lost contact.  On the way to my office one morning I stop at Circle K on Kent East Hill and I asked the guy behind the counter for strawberry Gatorade.  I hear this familiar voice who said, “I’ll get it”, turned around and it was you!  I was so happy to see you since we grew up together and were best friends.  We exchanged cell numbers and planned on hanging out.  Two weeks later my mom gets a phone call.  I had a horrible feeling and as I turned to look I see her make a bad look on her face and she says, Brian Spengler died last night.   I couldn’t believe what I had just heard.  I believe it was an act of God that we got to see each other before you passed so we both knew we weren’t mad at each other.  I don’t know why we would’ve been but it was really great to see you one last time.  I really miss you.  Travis and I will keep Uncle Jimmy in line!  LOL.  Good old Uncle Jimmy.  I remember Christmas eves at grandma and grandpa’s when we were young and hanging out when we got older.   Miss you bro.  

First time I met Spike was in the Winco Foods receiving back room, he was bringing in a load of pepsi products. We became friends right off the get go. He always came in with a smile, a great big heart and jokes that never stopped or he would talk about his camping and hunting trips. He always gave a helping hand if I ever needed one. I am so sorry that you had to leave the way you did. But atleast we all know that you were doing what you loved to do.(Haveing a butt load of fun) Spike if you are looking over my shoulder right now, You had better got back on that dang harley and rode it like a wild child were ever your at. You will alway and forever be LOVED and MISSED

I am so saddened to hear of the loss of Spike.  I will forever miss his smile and his crazy, undeniable humor.  Working with Spike was great, but knowing him as a friend was special.  RIP Brian.  We will all miss you.

Spike was so much to so many. He was the guy I always loved see walking through the door. Quite simply he was a good guy.

I'm so sorry for you loss! I worked with Spike for several years when I was the receiving clerk at Albertson's. He was one of my favorites! He was always so happy and had the best stories! He was also so willing to help when ever I needed it! His smiling face will truly be missed!

So sad to hear about Spike.....I delivered hostess for many years and then frito.... used to see him all over... always so nice to talk to so cheerful smiling all of the time.... Know he will be missed.... so sorry for your loss.

My memories of Brian are from several elk hunting trips to the Colockum area above Ellensburg during the early 1990s. We had a large group of bowhunting buddies and had a lot of fun in the mountains chasing elk and living the dream. We recently crossed paths for the first time in years at Bonney Lake days just this last summer.

So sad to hear the news about Spike.He delivered Pepsi to Boeing on most Wednesdays. He was always so cheerful and friendly. He would  always ask me if I needed help putting the Pepsi away even if he was in a hurry. Very sorry for your loss.  Julie at 25-20

Spike, so many years...so many stories!  We'll never know why lives end so soon, but with it we learn how precious each day is and how special our loved ones are.  My heart aches for your family and friends and the tremendous pain that they are experiencing.  The last time I saw you was on my birthday...a big hug, a big smile, a huge memory that I will have for all of my birthdays to come!  God bless you friend.

My sweet adorable nephew left us way too young. We will miss him terriably. I will miss his calling me " Acky Packy" the kids called me that when they were little as they could not say Auntie Patty. Too this day he would still call me that. We will miss his wonderful stories and his great personatlity. Love you always Acky Packy and Uncle Merrill. Ellensburg Wa.

So many great memories with Spike growing up.  Hunting, fishing, camping, skiing, and taking me on my "21" run are a few of them. My Dad loved him and so do so many people that got to know him. Miss ya bud!!!

So sad to hear the news. You always made my day when you hung out in the Pepsi shop with me on Saturday. I loved your stories and adventures. Karen sends her love and prayers. See you on the other side someday my friend. Miss you

The only man brave enough to tell this Puerto Rican woman to stop frying chicken and eat some elk. What the heck is elk? Thank you for helping build those Pepsi display's. "You are greatly missed, you are greatly loved".

Spike, I'm sure going to miss running into you at Top Foods and The Rock.  You would look-smile-throw your arms up, always a nice chat!  Sure miss the days of you hanging out at Lake Tapps.. lot's of fun times.  You were always lending a helping hand and always so nice taking kids for Seadoo rides & letting them sit in your truck.  You were very kind!  I am very thankful to have memories to cherish!

I remember a long time ago I asked him how did he get the nickname "Spike". He said dont tell no one but it used to be Spanky.  Man we laughed and of course I made fun of him for awhile.  Spike is one of my best friends. Never let me down. This is a hard one. We had a lot of great times, can't  think of a bad one. Spike worked hard and played harder. My Prayers and thoughts are with his family. I miss you Spike!

What a sad time in our lives to have Brian leave us so soon. He was always so polite and very helpful to me when I worked for Pepsi. Always ready to take on a task. I'll miss seeing his backwards hat and the smile he always wore. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family and so many friends. RIP Spike. You will be missed.
JoAnne and Ed 
Woodall (Seattle, Wa)

Spike,
You left us way too soon. Maybe that's why they say, "The good die young!" You brought us together in life, and in death you help friends realize life's too short to fight over spilled milk! Whether you realize it or not, your impact in this life was special. I'm going to miss you my friend!

Spike, u r a true insperation to me. I miss Ya. Wish u were here to read this. U came to me and asked me how I was when my wife left, then told me not to give in to the temptations of my life.don't destroy yourself drinking and doing stupid stuff. For no reason other then u cared. At that point I looked at u as someone I knew I could trust. I never got the chance to just hang with Ya but I believe we were more alike then we know. I miss Ya and count u as a true friend.


Spengler, i can remember the many the lunches we took and your favorite to make fun of me when i always told burger king and taco time, NO ICE........I am gonna miss the years you helping me and vice-versa......You will be missed.....Thanks for being my friend.....

I'm sorry to hear that Spike has  left this world. I remember lots of funny stories he told Connely and me when we would meet up for lunch. I remember introducing him to Dim Sum at Jumbo Seafood. Rest In Peace Spike.

You will be missed my friend! Please enjoy the next part of your journey.

Spike,
So hard to believe the news. Always quick with a smile and a story. We will both really miss you and feel fortunate that we got to know you. Will be lifting a cheers to you whenever we are at The Rock.
Love Bryn and Don

Spike was the type of friend who would go out of his way to help you and never ask or except anything in return. He was one of a kind....I miss you buddy!

My heart is heavy. I loved chatting with Spike at 'check in' time.  He always had good stories.  He had a great heart and genuinely cared about people.  He's one of the good guys and will be truly missed. Praying for your family. Miss you buddy!

What can be said that hasn't already? I could always rely on Spike for a good conversation, some good insight and a good laugh. I trusted him, respected him and looked up to him. There is a great void that will never be filled. Spike, you will be missed my friend.

You are deeply missed! You gave so many smiles to so many people.

I still can't believe that Spike is not here. I will miss asking him, "Hey Spike, can I get my 45 footer in that stop?".  Spike was one of Pepsi's finest. Always got the job done, and very fast. You will be missed, not the same around here.  My prayers are with you, rest in peace my friend.

Many many tears have fallen since I learned about Spike as I know so many have. Enough to wash a great person and a great friend to heaven. When I see you next buddy I will bring the steaks and bacon!

I'm not sure when Spike became my friend. One day I looked around and realized Spike was now a friend I looked forward to seeing and laughing with. The thing I most admired Spike for was his ability and desire to meet and befriend almost everyone he came in contact with. A rare quality. His spirit lives on, even as he is missed.

I have known Spike for years and years. Every Wednesday when the Pepsi truck would back in at work I would hurry to look for a backwards hat.. that way I knew it was Spike. He was a great friend... always there no matter what. I am so grateful we had some good times just a few short weeks ago. He never let me pay for drinks because he wanted points on his Rock card. The last time we hung out he finally let me pay for dinner! I miss you Spike!! Hugs, Jenn from QFC

Spike was always the person to come up say "hi" and give me a hug. I will miss seeing him and his smiling face. Prayer's to all his family and friends. Remember the good times with him.

You will be missed. Brian had a great way about him!

Brian and I had a lot of fun in are early 20s, fishing hunting camping and jet skiing all summer long at lake Tapps. I will sure miss him, Man he could tell story's.

Pammy, Mike and family. We are so very sorry for your loss of Brian. Our hearts ache for you all.love from Dale and Diana Schafer

I'm lost for words! I remember all the talks we had on Sat after work!! He lights up the room with his jokes and his impersonations!! Great worker!! One of Pepsi's finest!! Gonna miss you bro!!! Pepsi is gonna miss you!!

You will be greatly missed.  A great soul lost too soon.

A fun day at work would consist of Spike and I talking about the good old days in high school, and crack jokes about being hood rats from White Center (rat city) lol. Those times will be greatly missed. RIP Spike,

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Brian "Spike" Spengler

March 8, 1973 – September 12, 2013

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