Brian P. Smith
June 2, 1969 – April 2, 2020
He is survived by his wife, Martalena “Marte” Smith; children, Gabriella Gerner (Noah) and Marco Smith; granddaughter, Kamila; parents, Walter and Sandra Smith; sister, Belinda Weidner (Scott); mother-in-law, Dianne Carroll (Dave); father-in-law, Robert Trelles (Ana); brother-in-law, Bob Trelles; niece and nephews.
Private Family Services at Heafey-Hoffmann-Dworak-Cutler with a Memorial Mass to be announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to ALS in the Heartland or the ALS Association.
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My deepest sympathy to all of you. Brian was a very fine person, friendly, thoughtful, a joy to be around.
I am truly sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to your whole family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. RIP Brian.
Sending my deepest heartfelt condolences. We all loved Brian so much. The world lost one of the greatest you could ever have the privilege to know. Much love to you and the family. May you find peace in this difficult time. Love you all.
To the Smiths. Our families deepest condolences.
Brian was truly a good one. Thinking of you all and remembering all our families moments together throughout the years.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Brian was a special person who touched so many lives and truly will be missed.
Smith Family – we are so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family and the promise that you will see him again. The Ballard Family
My deepest condolence to your family, Brian was the greatest guy and always had a smile and could make me laugh. I miss standing on the sidelines of a Millard North Game with Bruan who always was there to support our high school we all loved. My heart hurts today and I will always have excellent thought of Brian. He was a friend, an awesome proud father and great husband. He will be missed by all who knew him. By my good friend rest in pease.
I am so very deeply sorry for all your loss
Our deepest condolences to all of you. Brian will be greatly missed by many. This isn’t good-bye. It’s until next time. Go Rest High On That Mountain. Class of ’88 Rules.
I played football with Brian in high school. He was a tough and serious competitor and he fought ALS like he competed in sports, giving everything he had. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him. My thoughts and prayers are with Marte and his family.
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts go out to you. Know that we are covering you in prayer.
Sorry Marta! Keeping your family in our prayers 🙏
Will always have the best memories of Brine (that’s what the Italians called him) and a history of great times.
Prayers for comfort and healing. My deepest sympathies to you all.
My most heartfelt condolences to Brian’s family. May God grant him Peace. Anne
Saddened to hear about Brian’s passing… you all are in our prayers. May he rest in peace and may you find comfort in your faith.
Great friend, biggest, strongest, hard headed guy I’ve ever known. He will be missed. I know he has my back now…..like always did. Golf n cocktails when I see you again! You raised a great family!
My heart goes out to you n your family Walt n Sandi. I had just met you when Brian was first diagnosed. I watched n prayed for you during the journey. It broke my heart but wanted to show you only love that I had for your family and what you were going through.
Brian’s life has ended here on this earth, only to gain his wings n be your heavenly angel. He will watch over each n every one of you. I truly wished I could have met him in his glory days.
Know that you all are in my prayers always. Sending love n hugs to a wonderful family.
My prayers are with your family. Be happy for him for he is no longer in pain. He will always be with you guys and watching over all of you.
Sandi, Walt, Marte and families, deep sympathy and condolences on loss of Brian. Look forward to HUGS st memorial service after you all gather together.
Our world is darker now that one if it’s Brightest lights is gone. My Best friend/Big Brother/ Protector to me ever since I was 12 years old. So many memorable life experiences with him. Brian’s size & Blue eyes made his personality irresistible to resist. RIP my Life Long Friend Love you forever.
our prayers and condolences to all of you as you mourn the passing of this beautiful man. We will pray for your strength and perseverance..
May God keep you and the love and light of all your family and friends support you during this time. Brian was a kind and compassionate man and he will live on in all of us who knew him. Prayers and love to the family.
All our prayers and sympathy to you and your family. He will be missed.
On behalf of the Mahoney family – we are at a loss for words. Please know we’re thinking of you and pray you take some small comfort in knowing Brian is remembered, and will be profoundly missed.
Our love to the Smith family.
With Love and🙏🙏🙏
Brian was a great neighbor-always willing to help others. He will be missed on our street. His courage in dealing with ALS is an example for each of us. Marte, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
We are so sorry for this unimaginable loss! Our son is the same age, and we cannot imagine your grief.
My deepest condolences on the passing of Brian. My thoughts and prayers are with all of Brian’s family. He will be truly missed by everyone. He was a good friend and a solid man. God bless all of you. at this most difficult time. .
Brian and his smile, positive attitude and his warm personality will be missed by all his friends and co-workers at MUD. Our condolences– PAT and KATHY TRIPP
My wife and I are praying for your comfort during this terrible time. (Raymond Mullen–Johnsville Class of 1960)
So sorry about Brian. What a great guy to work and golf with. Brian was always smiling. Will be missed.
To Walt,Sandy,Belinda,Gabriella and Marco:
We’ve lost a Great Son, Great Brother , loving Husband, Proud Father and a Brave Man and Wonderful Human being.
He fought bravely until his last breath because he loved us all so much.
You’ll be dearly loved and always remember
See you in Heaven B.
Our prayers and Condolences to all of you.
Robert Trelles Sr Wife Ana , Alex and Vita
There is a very big hole now in our family that will never be filled. I will look back on our memories, and smile. Love you very much, my favorite nephew. Until we meet again, fly high.
Although it has been many years since I have seen Brian, I remember him as a loyal friend to all and great competitor on the football field. My condolences to his family and friends.
Our prayers and condolences are with the Smith family. Brian you help make some great childhood memories. Thank you and God Bless.
Marte, Marco and Gabby, I am so sorry for your loss. Brian was an extraordinarily great person. He brought smiles to so many people. Brian will be truly missed.
So sad for your loss, we joined you and the family in this beautiful celebration of his life. A warm hug and all our love.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Smith family. Will we cherish all the childhood memories. Rest in peace Brian.
Marte, Marco & Gabby -Our prayers & thoughts are with you and all Brian’s family. Brian will be remembers and missed.
I don’t have words to express how sorry I am. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers daily. I love all of you.
Our heartfelt condolences. Wish we could be with you. May God bless Brian and his family. All our love and prayers.
Our deepest sympathies go to each loved one of Brian. for we know he will be so missed. We feel so lucky to have known Brian through our daughters and watching the kids grow up together you knew one of his greatest callings in life was to be a father and a husband. We have cried for and with you and Brian showed how to battle with grace and dignity. May he now be in a place with no adversity, no pain and certainly no disease. May Brian Smith rest in Paradise until we meet again. Love Scott, Lisa, Mallory and Cara
I am so so sorry for loss😢thoughts, love and prayers to your whole family Marte❤️🙏😢
On behalf of all the Bertagni Children (Sue, Monsignor Ted, Nancy, Steve, Tina & Jody) , we send our deepest condolences. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Charles and I extend our deepest sympathies to the Smith family. Brian left his mark in the hearts of many. As the parents of one of your family’s friends, we know how his presence will be missed. We pray for your strength and perseverance.
Prayers for you and your family. Rest In peace Brian.
So sad to hear; from the Colgan’s our deepest sympathies to you Marte. Walt and Sandy you were like my second parents growing up. Thinking of you all at this time. He will be missed by all.
Matte & family we are so sorry for your loss. Wish we could be with you at this time but know you are in our hearts & prayers.
A donation has been mad to ALS in his memory.
Love you
Bob & Kay Johnson
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep Brian and his family along with you in our prayers
Marte, Marco and Gabby – my heartfelt condolences go out to you. Brian was always a huge and fun presence at the family reunions.
Marte, May the Lord give you strength and peace during this difficult times .A great soul never dies . Our thoughts and prayers are with you. and your family. Emilio & Ida Subil
Dear Sandi, I offer my deepest sympathy to you and Brian’s family. Although I never had the privilege of meeting Brian, I could tell from the the condolences and how heavy my sister’s heart was when she called to inform me of your loss and knowing you while growing up in Albion and your character, that Brian was an awesome man. My parents, LaMont and Anna Mae just loved you. May you find heartfelt peace in the days ahead and stay close to our God and Savior. Our families love to you and Walt. Sincerely, Ralph Schmadeke
Martalena, I’m so extremely sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you & your family. We send our deepest condolences.
What a beautiful service. My continued prayers and thoughts are with you all. R.I.P. Brian you are pain free
He is now with our Lord after a long and strong battle for life in this planet. I remember our many trips to Tennessee for golf. He was such a great person friend and colleague. Loved his family and friends dearly.
My most sincere affection to his wife children and grandchildren. God Bless His Soul.
My deepest sympathies to Marte and all the Smith family. Brian was a good friend to me in high school- we enjoyed drafting class and old cars. It was great to be able to see him a few times over the years since then. Brian always “”fought the good fight”, but unfortunately for us he is now in a better place. You will be missed my friend. God’s peace to Marte and all the family.
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