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Brian James Syverson passed away on Saturday June 13, 2009 in Eagle, Idaho. He was 42 years old.
Brian graduated from high school in Medford, Oregon where he was 1st team All-State in football and baseball. He attended Portland State University on a full baseball scholarship. Upon graduation from college, he joined Abbott Laboratories, Diagnostic Division. While Brian would not be one to share his accomplishments with others, his family was proud of his many successes. His final position was National Executive Sales Manager for Abbott Point of Care products. Brian was just plain fun. He worked hard and he played hard. He was a loving and generous man of integrity. He had so much zeal for life that it was contagious to everyone around him. He had a great appreciation for the outdoors and filled his extra time backpacking in the mountains, snow skiing, boating, hunting and motorcycling. His favorite times were spent coaching his sons in baseball and football. He strived for excellence and brought that out in all he came in contact with. Brian was a private man, mainly enjoying time with his family. He was creative and always working on something or looking forward to the next thing. Brian was a great husband, father, son, brother and friend. He will be dearly missed by all. He is survived by his wife Sue, sons Riley (11) and Jake (8), his parents Virgil and Marlene Syverson, brother Dain and sisters Kim George and Kristy Lenhardt. The memorial mass will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, June 19th at Holy Apostles Catholic Church, 6300 N. Meridian Road, Meridian. Services are under the direction of Accent Funeral Home, Meridian. Condolences may be made online to the family at www.accentfuneral.com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Brian Syverson Memorial Fund for his sons and is set up at the Wells Fargo branch in Eagle. CondolencesSender's Name: Latreace Moore-APOC To the Syverson family: May God be with you all during this difficult time. Brian was a great man and he will be deeply missed! Sender's Name: Bob and Carol Hirt We are heartbroken over your loss of a truly beloved and wonderful son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sender's Name: Jim and Valerie James Sending our thoughts and love to you and the family. Please know that you are in our prayers. Words at a time like this seem so hollow, but we pray that you feel God's love surrounding all of you. Blessings in His name. Valerie and Jim Sender's Name: The Condie Family
Sender's Name: Amy Blair Sue, Riley, and Jake- We are so sorry for the loss of Brian and honored that we got to call this great man family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With all our love, Jesse, Amy, and Dylan Sender's Name: Kent Stafford I am deeply saddened by the loss of Brian. Your family is very precious to us and your loss is deeply felt. I pray that God's Holy Spirit would comfort and strengten you, and bring you peace in these troubled times. Sender's Name: Mark Erie
Sender's Name: Cindy Maxwell My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Mrs. Maxwell former 3rd grade teacher at Eagle Elementary Sender's Name: Brenda Edwards Virg and Marlene - My heart is aching for you. I will pray that you will find peace and joy in the midst of sadness as you go through these deep waters. Sender's Name: Lou & Kathy Budge We are so saddened to learn of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Sender's Name: Joe & Julie Hubbard Our prayers and thoughts are with your family during this difficult time. May God give you strength and peace in the days ahead. Sender's Name: Suzanne, Bob and Max Nichols Dear Sue, Riley and Jake: Our hearts are truly saddened at this difficult time. Brian was one of the kindest men we have ever met. We were privileged to have him as Max's coach. We are all better people having known him. Our prayers are with you at this very sad time. Much love to all of you. We are so sorry. Sender's Name: Laura and Scott Lubich We are so sad to hear about your loss of Brian. All your buddies in Medford are thinking of you both. Love Laura and Scott Sender's Name: Bruce and Allison Jackson
Sender's Name: John & Cathy Watt We cannot begin to express our sadness over the loss your beloved Brian. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days ahead. With love, John & Cathy. Sender's Name: Uncle Blaine & Aunt Shari What a great loss to us all. You are in our thoughts and prayers. What a privilege and honor to have Brian as part of our family. We all will cherish our memories and special moments with him. Our love to you, Sue, Riley & Jake. Uncle Blaine & Aunt Shari. Sender's Name: Jason and Rebecca Martin and family Sue, Riley and Jake: We are so sad to hear of Brian's passing. Please know we are praying earnestly for you all. We were so blessed by Brian's constant smile and optimism on and off the football field. Sender's Name: Sandra-Penny Lane Books I know Brian and the rest of your family were good customers of Penny Lane. I am so sorry for your loss. Sender's Name: Lewis & Lynn McAllister Sue, Riley and Jake, With saddened hearts we send our love and prayers. May the days you spent with Brian, (Daddy), be of comfort to you at this time. Know that we love you and are praying for you each day. Uncle Lewis and Aunt Lynn Sender's Name: Max & Lisa Anthony and Alyssa, Erika and Taylor Sue, Riley, and Jake: We are so saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Alyssa will be saying a special prayer for your family tonight as well. Embrace your faith in God and reach out to family and friends during this time, we are all here to help and support you. We pray that you are able to cherish the memories of Brian and find peace and comfort during this time. Love the Anthony Family Sender's Name: The Shaffer Family Brian was a very positive force to be around. Our family is so deeply saddened and will keep you all in our daily prayers and thoughts. Sender's Name: The Veerkamps To Sue, R.J. & Jake: Brian had such wonderful impact on this community. In his coaching he inspired boys as they grew in to young men and in doing so inspired the adults around him as well. He will be greatly missed by us all. Sender's Name: Lewis Blaine. McAllister My thoughts are with you and the boys in this tragic time. I am so very sorry for your loss and wish I could be there with you in this difficult time. Sender's Name: Alicia Boe Sage Sender's Name: Scott Lewis Sender's Name: Mark Erie Sender's Name: Kent Stafford Sender's Name: Amy Blair Sender's Name: The Condie Family Sender's Name: Jim and Valerie James Sender's Name: Bob and Carol Hirt Sender's Name: Mike Bishop Sender's Name: Mitch Parsons My thoughts are with you and your family. So sorry for your loss. Sender's Name: Eileen Levinson To the Syverson Family, My deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers to you during this difficult time. Brian had a wonderful spirit who had an amazing presence of strength and passion in everything he did. I was fortunate to work with Brian and talked with him frequently. I valued his opinions and especially his friendship. Brian was a great friend and colleague and he will be deeply missed. Sender's Name: Steve & Mary Curry It was such a shock to hear of Brian's death. It's been so long since we've had a chance to see Brian, but fom the picture, he hadn't changed. We've been praying for comfort for all of you. Words can't express how sorry we are that this happened and at the hole there will be in all of your lives. Your friends - Steve & Mary Sender's Name: Bart & Sarah MacGillivray To the Syverson family: A heartfelt message. A prayer to Brian and his loving family. Sender's Name: Neil & Ann Andersen Sue & Family, Our hearts are broken just reading this obituary. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve the loss of Brian. May God surround you with His loving arms. Treasure your wonderful memories you have made over the years! Sender's Name: Jim & Sharyn Sellers Brian will alway be a precious memory in our lives. We are praying that the Holy Spirit will give your family a peace that passes all understanding. With our love and prayers, Jim and Sharyn Sender's Name: Chad Anderson Riley and Jake you're dad was one of the good guys! I will miss him very much! He was always very nice to me and we had a lot of fun times with him. I am sorry. I will be here if you want to come play anytime. You are my good friends, Chad Anderson Sender's Name: Nan & Mark Anderson We just wanted to let you know that we are so sad about Brian! We were out of town for the funeral but understand it was a very nice service. He will be greatly missed by all of us. Please know that we are here (just across the field)if you need anything and the boys are always welcome to play with Chad if you just need some "me" time. We love you and your family very much Sue! Take care of yourself. Sender's Name: Dave Jones Our sincere condolences to the Syverson family. I'm sure he was a man of high integrity just like his father. Our thoughts and prayers to the family. Dave and Michele Jones Sender's Name: Rosemary Newell My dear friends - I am SO sad and sorry for you and your whole family...thinking of you all the time.... Sender's Name: Mark Klopping I will miss Brian dearly. He was a man worthy of admiration and he had mine. Words will never be enough to express my sympathies to the whole Syverson family. You are in my prayers constantly. Sender's Name: Melissa and Tristen Zachary Sue, RJ and Jake we were so sorry to hear about Brian. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Sender's Name: Jane Parker Dear Syverson Family- Brian was an incredible human being. He was a man of morals and integrity, and that was only knowing him until we were 18. You did an outstanding job of raising a son and brother. Those who knew him were better for it. On behalf of the Parker family, we send our thoughts and prayers. Sender's Name: Chris Hunt Syverson family, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. Brian was a great role model that led by example. I have great memories of our time together as young kids. Please know that Brian left a very positive long-lasting impression on many. My condolences to your family. Sender's Name: Adam & Michele Feik
Sue, We so enjoyed seeing Brian on so many occasions at the ballfields. He always took time to talk with us, ask about how Kyler was playing, and even talk to & encourage Kyler. Kyler loved playing for Brian and Coach Veerkamp on the AAA Rockies. Our hearts go out to you, R.J., and Jake. When All-Stars are over (or sooner if you want), I would love to introduce R.J. and Jake to someone I admire, Jim Everett. Do you know Jim? He is the CEO of the Treasure Valley YMCAs, and a very inspiring man. His father also died when he was a young man, and the loss was very difficult for Jim to overcome. I have spoken with him about R.J. and Jake, and Jim would just love to have them come down to the Y, and he would love to help in any way he can. Hopefully we will see you at Duck Alley during Districts. Kyler is playing with the 9/10 year-olds. Please accept our condolences, and keep in touch! Adam
Sender's Name: Stephanie Prainito Dear Sue, Jake, Riley and the Syverson Family, my heart broke at the loss of such an extraordinary man. Brian was always great to work with,speak with and so much fun to be around. I truly miss him. My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time and for always.
Sender's Name: Betzy Sellers Russo To the Syverson family: I can't begin to tell you how heartbroken I am over the death of Brian. Our families share so many wonderful memories of us all growing up together. Brian will be greatly missed. All my love, Betzy
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Brian was born in Victorville, California to Virgil and Marlene Syverson. He married Sue Martin on Dec. 5, 1992 and they brought two wonderful sons, Riley James and Jake Brian, into this world. Daddy was larger than life to those young boys. He lived in Eagle, Idaho for the last 5 years.