Condolences
I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. Remembering Brian's gentle and wonderful soul will forever remain in my memory. May Brian rest in peace.
Madame Minich
Linda, Doug, Erika,
Brian will always have a special place in my heart. I remember our first date at the Dish Society at La Centerra and we later went on a journey to the dog park with Pepper, Ginger, and Lucy. We talked for hours past the sunset about what we liked, what we were up to with School/Work, what we wanted to accomplish in life. We went on and had a very special connection. He introduced me to my favourite bookstores in Houston, we went for dinner dates at Frank's pizza, listened to poetry at Write About Now in Montrose, watched the Great American Solar Eclipse together near the Museum of Natural Science.
He was always very kind and gentle in spirit, he serenaded me one-time while we were watching documentaries on Netflix to the song Blackbird by the Beatles-- I still remembering closing my eyes and hearing the beauty of the soft guitar plucks bringing so much peace and tranquillity to the atmosphere.
Brian was such a talented person, deeply intellectual. I remember discussing Nietzche, Surrealism movements in Art History, Politics-- everything and anything. He really inspired me to become a better student, and always crave so much knowledge, in the same way that he always sought information and a richer understanding of our world.
I remember when Brian first asked me to meet Mr. and Mrs. Evasiuk-- we went to the Astros game the same year they won the World Series. It was my first ever baseball game, we grabbed food and laughed our butts off when an elderly woman operating the elevator sassed me out for wearing a Blue Jays Jersey and jokingly said she'd toss me out the elevator as soon as we got to the top floor. He was the only one out of the four of us who were supporting the Astros. He left so happy from Minute Maid Park, saying the Astros were going to win the world series and I remember all of us laughing because Houston had never won and yet he had a very clear sight of what was going to happen... What a visionary!
I remember so many sweet, caring moments with Brian. Like when we went to his favourite restaurant, Anthonie's-- it was the first time I met Erika, it was cold outside that December 2017. He was making lots of jokes at the table and held his sister's hand and they shared a blanket. I remember seeing so much care and love in his heart for his family. I hadn't seen him in months and when we drove back to the Evasiuk's home after dinner, he asked if we could take a longer route and we listened to music as loud as the car speakers could handle. I remember him so happy that night.
I'm absolutely heartbroken for the loss of such a phenomenal, charismatic, compassionate, loving, intelligent, funny, spunky young man. I will forever continue to cherish Brian through my thoughts, actions, and words.
With all my love and prayer, Maria Eugenia Romero.
Doug, Linda and Erika
My most memorable memory with Brian was when we were all in San Diego over New Years and you guys came to support me to see one of my rugby games and we were In our hotel room all together popping champagne bottles off the deck and me and Brian and Kees were having a blast on the deck and we went to a restaurant the night after and me and Brian were sitting together and we were talking about some of our favourite memories and he told me the funniest stories! And we laughed and laughed all night. Me and my brother and sister grew up with Brian and Erika and we always had such a good time together I love you guys! I send my condolences and prayers!
Dear Doug, Linda and Erika.
I attended the same middle school Brian did. For me middle school was a tough time. I was bullied but Brian was always there to help. He was kind, funny and a great friend. I will always remember when he and I would sit together for lunch just talking about nothing and everything. May you all find peace,
Sincerely Manuel Felipe Collazos Quessy
Dear Doug, Linda, and Erika,
We are reminded today of our family trip to Maui over the Christmas Holidays and New Years 2017-2018 when our boys, Josh, Jacob, Justin, and Jordan went ocean kayaking and snorkeling with Linda, Brian, and Erika ... and how much fun they all had together that day ... the joy that the photo memories bring to our hearts of those precious moments they shared together that day. We are reminded too of the special time we all spent with you and your family on the snorkeling boat trip that week. What struck me most was your family's spirit of fun and adventure, and the deep love and kindness you all had in your hearts for others that you shared with us on that special day. Do you remember too, when you all came for dinner to our condo that night? And while Erika had her nap (I felt like having one too), we went for a walk through the park to the ocean front while the sun was setting. I remember Brian telling us about his academic journey at Quest University, and being so impressed by how much he knew and the things he had been learning. We had a great chat about his university experience, and I saw that he enjoyed his learning experiences there so much.
I remember being so impressed with both Brian and Erika - with their deep compassion and respect for people and the world. There is no doubt that they have both been deeply loved by their families, are world travelers, and are wise beyond their years.
Please hold close your memories of your family times together. These memories will keep Brian close in your heart. You will keep Brian's memory alive through your love for each other and through your love and kindness with those who love you. Sending love and hugs to both EVASIUK and TAMM families. Always in our hearts, with love and hugs, Colleen, Lew, and boys.
I will ask you to pause for a moment.
Think of me writing this note to the background music of Led Zeppelin's iconic music..specifically in this case, Whole Lotta Love.
Imagine my amazement to be gratefully staying at the Evasiuk home in Deer Valley (where Doug and Linda graciously arranged for Oma to live...later, I believe referred to as Chickadees in honour of those little birds in Fish Creek Park that brought so much joy) for about a week while our floors in our home were being repaired. Brian was downstairs, we were on the main floor, so happy to have this beautiful and cozy home to live in while ours was in repair...then one morning I make an omlette..half for me, half for Brian...about twenty minutes later.. I hear, in perfect tone, the unmistakable wailing of a Gibson guitar and the solo from Led Zeppelin's Blackdog...and I mean perfect!....I realized right away..it's Brian...I was shocked and in awe...I just sat down and listened and eventually yelled a huge "Go Bri Go!...and then tried to scream a response he'd appreciate back after the guitar lick...."oh yeah, oh yeah ha, ha, ha"...etc...etc. (listen to the song you'll understand) later in my best Robert Plant vocal impersonation. This is Brian. Later I asked him...when did you learn this? How did you learn this? He said.." I just feel it and work at it, I know you and Alexander like Zeppelin..so I wanted to learn some. I think that pure response says it all...Xo all.
Brian and I met at a party at Quest University in 2017 and we hit it off right away. It was not until months later that we met again, and he took me in his cute red car to a scenic spot in Squamish. He talked a lot about his mother and his father, told me about them and their work. He also talked very fondly about all the travelling he had done. We met frequently after that and he kept saying that if I ever came to Texas, he would show me around and take me to the best sushi restaurants in Austin. In 2018, he came to Malmö, Sweden to visit me after biking around in Spain.
Although Brian and I did not see each other often, we always kept in touch. He was a wonderful, kind and generous person and a beloved friend to me. My deepest condolences goes out to the family. May Brian Rest In Peace.
Love,
Erika Bengtsson
Dear Linda and Doug and Erika and to all our loving family: I wanted to share some of my favourite memories and encourage others to share their stories as well. Sometimes it is good to laugh through our tears.
I remember the happiness of Linda and Doug when they told us Linda was having a boy. Alexander was the only grandchild then, and we knew they would grow up close in age. Alexander and Brian had such a bond. Brian was soooo happy when his cousin moved to Calgary in 1999.
He loved to come over because we had so many children in our neighbourhood. The 4 Brooks brothers right across the street played bionicles, cul de sac games and endless video games with Alexander and Brian.
One of the best family holidays was in Mexico in 2005 when Linda and Doug invited 19 family members. At 10 am, while swimming in the pool Brian looked at Alexander and said: "the pool bar is open!!" He was 10. Those mango "margaritas" were the best. I will post more later. Please tell your stories.
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