Brian J. Lynch
Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone in your family. I grew up around the vinton area and new Brian in our high school years. He was a joy to be around and a very caring person.
Lanette & Kaitlin Martinson
Euless
TX
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in these tough days ahead. I couldn't believe it was really Brian when I heard it on the news this morning. I have not talked to him in years but have thought of him many times wondering how he was doing. Take care all of you and know that I am praying for you.
Kim (Strasser) Sweet
Atkins
IA
Condolences to your family. You will be missed. Joyced
Joyce File
Van Horne
IA
I am so sorry for your loss. I met Brian while he was driving tour buses. We always requested him each year when a group of us would rent the bus for a night out. He was fun and polite, and I am sorry for your loss.
Kara Felber
Cedar Rapids
IA
Brian and Trish were wonderful and thoughtful people who gave generously of their time to people in need particularly following the flood. Just a few days ago, Trish told me how she and Brian were looking forward to spending the weekend with just the two of them. She talked about making her lasagne for Brian. They were crazy about each other. If there is a happy side to this story, it would be that their last day in this life was spent together on a wonderful fall day riding the cycle they both loved. God bless them.
APB
Cedar Rapids
IA
Jackie (Roushar)Bear
Vinton
IA
My heart is breaking for the Lynch family. I had the privilege of meeting Brian one time on his visit to Maryland. I could see the love and closeness that him and Donnie shared when I spent time with them. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you all.
Debra Turnell
Frederick
MD
I'm sorry for your loss he will be very missed.
Dutch Hobbs
Vinton
IA
I am deeply saddened by the sudden death of Brian. I'm proud to have known him in the early 90's when I lived in Vinton. He was such a kind, warm and brilliant person. My prayers and thoughts are with him and with those he left behind.
Janice Authier Kendrick
Crossville
TN
So sorry to hear about your loss. I remember Brian when he drove the Tama bus. He was a very nice man. He will be missed. With loving thoughts, Karen Kamberling
karen kamberling
cedar rapids
IA
I am so sorry to hear of your family's loss. I remember Brian and all of your family while growing up in Vinton. We even went camping together on occasion. God Bless
Shelly Syx( Long)
Atkins
IA
We will always remember Brians days at the Vinton pool.He was a great person.God bless all of you at this trying time.Roice sends his condolences also.
Lawrence&Lyla Wubbena
Marion
IA
I grew up with Brian and even though we may not have seen each other daily I considered him my friend as he so did with me. But when we did see each other we would talk forever about everything and nothing. Last spring when I met up with him I got to meet Trish. What a wonderful lady, he was so happy. I think she was his soul mate and just seemed to balance him. Even with this sadness it just seems fit that they went together as I don't think one would want to be without the other. Brian and Trish's family will be in my heart and prayers in the days to come as I'm sure they will be in many others also. They will be missed by many. In deepest sympathy Susan
Susan Wheeler Roberts
Vinton
IA
Although Brian was alot younger than me, he always treated me with respect. He had a great sense of humor and could always come up with something to make me laugh. It was an honor to know him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Don Mahurin (Dyno)
Vinton
IA
I will miss you Brian. You were a great friend to both me and Patty. I will never forget you. May you RIP.
Heather Losch
Cedar Rapids
IA
Thoughts and prayers are with your families.
Deb Meyer Alexander
Indianola
IA
Sorry to hear the loss of Brian and Trish, they were both wonderful people to know and they will be missed. They were so great together and they still are together, sad to see them gone. We seen them mostly at Coonrods when we would eat up there for lunch sometimes on Saturdays, and we would fight over who would get the red koloches. He would always make us laugh.
Todd Jen Bemer
Cedar Rapids
IA
Brian & Trish, we loved them both and we are devastated words cannot even begin to cover how we are feeling,Caleb and Brian were as close as brothers, both him and Trish watched over and helped us thru some rough times.I had talked with Trish just that morning before the accident and I was supposed to call Brian later I never got that chance.My condolences to the family because I know what you are going thru, Brian is family to us, we love him and Trish so much our hearts will take along time to mend.We will miss them greatly I already do.
Ramona, Caleb, Krista Olson, Lori Davis,
Cedar Rapids
IA
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May the grace of God bring you strength and peace in the coming days.
Cheri Smith Morrow
Vinton
IA
Bugsy and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Cindy and Sam Garwood
Vinton
IA
My deepest sympathy goes out to Brian's family Im so sorry for your loss. Brian was always there when you needed a friend to talk to or a shoulder to cry on or just some encouraging words to get you thur. He will be greatly missed!
Tina McNeal/LaHue
Vinton
IA
My sympathy goes out to Brian's family.I will miss seeing him just pop up out of nowhere.Brian was a very good friend.See you on the other side Ben
Ben Arbuckle
Vinton
IA
my prayers and condolences go out to the lynch family brian was a few years younger than i but i remember he was a fun guy barb and belinda i will be thinking of you and the rest of your family
shelley rule usher
vinton
IA
I wish to express my deapest sympathies to the family of Brian & Trish. I grew up with Brian and graduated with his sister Belinda. My heart goes out to you all.
Barb Winsor
Vinton
IA
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Brian's family. Brian had a wonderful combination of a quick wit and a kind heart. He will be missed. Bill and Heather Johnson
Bill and Heather Johnson
Cedar Rapids
IA
Brian Lynch was a giving good-hearted man. He was an angel in my life when my husband was deployed to Baghdad back in 2003. He met me when I used to run my home daycare. He had a friend who needed a provider. He ended up building a playset for my childcare in my backyard. Then we just connected because he wanted to help me for free knowing the stress I was under while my husband was gone. I know what many of you might be thinking, but no, we were strictly friends. I still paid him what I could afford. This is how our friendship developed. He became my handy man. He saved me so much money doing repairs that needed to be done around my home, and he'd always do it happily and for free. Bryan said he did a lot of bad things in his prior life and he felt this was a way to give back and do a good deed to someone who needed it but more importantly appreciated it. He was just divorced and said his wife didn't appreciate those small deeds. Bryan was in need of a friend and my house needed some repairs all the time with kids running around. He fixed small things like my garbage disposal, he gave my basement heat by cutting a hole in the vent which a contractor quoted me $600 and was gonna cut into my ceiling and walls. Brian always came up with a better, more efficient way to do things, he closed up a whole that went to my wood burner chimney that had been capped off inappropriately - which had previously flooded my basement during a heavy rainstorm, he made sure that would never happen again.
EARA NIMMERS
Cedar Rapids
IA
He not only helped me with several odd jobs, he helped my friend get a shower when she only had a clawfoot tub and helped her with car troubles on several occassions, he helped my father with his car and furnace, he unplugged my drains in my laundry room and shower stalls from time to time when they would clog. He just fixed several things whenever I'd call him, he was there. I'd give him dinner or a beer and he was happy to have someone to listen to him. He even helped me paint my son's room - I painted a Noah's Ark Mural and he did the ceiling with clouds. We truly were just friends. Brian never disrespected my marriage ever. He truly was my angel sent from God to help me through a tough time in my life. By the time he met Trish, my husband was back and even then, Brian would bring Trish over to the house and help us out. Trish and him helped install my new washer,Trish was so sweet, I hoped they would get married. Bryan just wasn't ready, I think he was still too hurt from the 1st marriage to chance another marriage. They were a very cute couple. Brian could be rough around the edges, but he had a GOOD HEART! I only knew him a short little time, and now he's gone. He was sooo stubborn about wearing that helmet, but he was just stubborn, thought he knew it all, and he was VERY INTELLIGENT, he did know a lot about a lot, but when it came to being safe, he LOVED LIVING DANGEROUSLY. It's just too bad for all of us family and friends that he didn't wisen up when it came to his life. It's just too bad he didn't take his life a little more seriously. At least I know Trish and Brian did love each other and they are now at Peace.You just never know who God is going to bring into your life and for what reasons. I will never forget Brian. His kindness meant a lot to me and he taught me not to judge a book by its cover.
EARA NIMMERS
CEDAR RAPIDS
IA
I am in shock, like I am sure everyone is. He has been a part of our Cocktails & Co. family for a long time. He is our designated driver for our annual canoe trip, gambling trips, and our friend. He will be greatly missed by everyone here. With our deepest sympathy to his family. Angie & Mike Dahl and everyone at Cocktails & Co.
Angie Dahl
Marion
IA
We would like to send our deepest sympathy to Brain's family. We were very sad to hear of the news about Brain. Brain was our neighbor when he lived on D street in Vinton. We both shared the love of labs. I know he will be missed very much by all of you. May you feel the grace of God with you during this very difficult time. With deep sympathy Ann and Bryan Edwards
Ann & Bryan Edwards
IA
My Condolences to the family. Brian was a good person,a good friend,and a good listener. he will be missed by all. Sorry for your Loss, with deepest sympathy. Sandy
Sandy & Dusty Krambeer
Shellsburg
IA
My prays and thoughts are with you at this very hard time. Brian and I hung out many years ago, and i will miss him showing up out of no where, with his big grin and something smart to say. He will be very missed!!
Kim Young
vinton
IA
Paula and I were shocked and saddened to hear the news about Brian. Older brother Donnie helped me on the farm years ago, and we had some great times! We didn't know Brian as well, but he always made a point to visit with us at the Vinton races,and let us know what was going on in Maryland. I can see by the words of others that he had the same quality of helping those in need that Donnie has. Donnie, I'd like to make the visitation, but Paula and I are both tied up tonight. If you'll be in the area for awhile give us a call. We'd love to see you. Jim and Paula Happel
Jim Happel
Vinton
IA
My thoughts and prayers go to Brian's family. Brian in my eyes was a true soldier. He was always there for my family and I whenever we needed him. My brother Caleb sends his love. He is hurting right now and unable to attend the funeral. Brian wasn't just a best friend, he was our brother. Friends like Brian are very rare in this world it seems. I love you Brian. I know you are in heaven now with Molly playing ball or scolding her. :) I remember Brian looking at Molly and saying "Molly" and she would look at him like, "oh man, what did I do now"? My parents adopted Jacob from Brian, Molly's son. For those of you who don't know Molly, she was Brian's Black Lab. I love you Brian. I sent him a text message Thursday night. He would come check on me in Colorado when he drove through. Much love, Lori Davis 303-349-8979 acuraracergirl@yahoo.com
Lori Davis
Aurora
CO
Brian drove the tour bus for Rick a few years back and I always enjoyed talking to him. He had a great sense of humor with agood story to tell.He treated everyone with respect and kindness. We are so happy he met Trish and was so happy. They will be together always and to all of his family he will always be in your hearts. Rick&Deb
Rick Tebbe & Deb Keener
Marion
IA
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lynch Family. We've only met Brian a few times here in Maryland but the last time he helped his brother Donnie put brakes on Michael's truck. We had fun that day laughing at the two of them talking to each other and just being silly. You two must have wonderful parents to turn out the way you did, always helping other people do things that they couldn't. We are so sorry for your loss and please know you have our deepest sympathy during this most difficult time. Michael and Patti Reilly
The Reilly's
Gaithersburg
MD
Paul and I are so sorry for your loss. Although we hadn't seen Brian for a long time, he was always such a good guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. God Bless.
Linda Lee
Brandon
IA
I'm terribly sorry for your loss. Brian was a great guy. It's a shame his life ended so early. My heart goes out to you and may you find peace in your heart. Knowing Brian he would probably want us to remember the happy times with him. He'd want us to be happy he's in Heaven. Once again I'm sorry for your loss.
Tarin
Marion
IA
To the members of Brian's family: I want to thank you all for your part in making Trish's funeral arrangements. It was so very kind and thoughtful of you to do this. She was my Dept. Manager and she will be missed. I didn't know Brian personally..but I pray for all members of his family and friends who grieve the loss of this young man. God bless his family and friends. Seems no matter what a person says..there aren't enough words to express the feelings we harbor deep inside.. from the lost of these two wonderful young people. They have made their transition and are at peace now. God bless them both.
Nancy Reents
Cedar Rapids
IA
We were very saddened to hear the news from Lisa about the accident. Our prayers go out to the family and friends of Brian. Brian, Lisa, myself and Dave used to play cards and hang out a lot in the early 90's. He always made us laugh. Dave and Brian hunted together and had a blast. We got puppies from Brian and Lisa and they were always there for us. Dave just ran into Brian last month and chatted with him. Sometimes we'd be out in the yard and he would pull up on his way to the races just to say hi. He sold us our first camoflauge truck and he and Lisa even convinced us to go to Tama casino a few times. He loved to play bingo. All of our memories of Brian are good and we will always cherish them. RIP man and say hello to Max and Molly. Love ya.
David and Cindy Martin
Vinton
IA
My thought's and prayer's go out to Brian's family, there's one thing about Brian is that everytime we would run to each other were ever that might be there was plenty of laughter talking about the good day's, Brian will be missed by all.
jeff winsor
vinton
IA
When I first got the call that Brian and Tricia had passed, my first thoughts were those of denial. I kept thinking Brian would call or stop by and I'd realize I had been right this whole time, this was just some colossal mistake. I had just seen Brian and Trish the Sunday before they died. They stopped in at work and ate lunch with us. They were both in such good spirits, talking, joking, laughing. How could 2 people I had just seen 5 days ago be gone? Several thoughts crossed my mind: I know there's more than 1 Brian Lynch, it must be a different one, it couldn't be my Brian; Brian wouldn't even be around home right now, he's probably still out in his semi in some other state; even if it is his bike, which I doubt it is, he must have lent it to someone and that's who was on it. I told myself I wouldn't believe it until I actually heard their names on the news. But even when I heard their names and recognized his bike on the news, I still didn't believe it. Anyone who knew Brian knew that he was the type of person who would give you the shirt off of his back or the last dollar in his pocket. He never asked for or expected anything in return. Brian was a true friend to those who were his friends. He had a sense of loyalty to the people he cared about that I've never seen in anyone else, nor will I probably ever see again. Brian would have done anything for anybody. Brian was such a great person. He had been through a lot in his life but had always come out on the other side a better person because of it. When my dog died a few years ago, I called Brian up crying. He was there in about 2 minutes and dug a hole in the yard to put him in. He told me to get something with my scent on it to bury with my dog, and then he filled the dirt back in, all the while making it look like it was no work at all...no big deal, just something any friend would do for another friend.
Joni Delaney,Coonrod's
Cedar Rapids
IA
Brian and I would talk on the phone quite a bit. He always knew he could call me anytime, whether it was 1:00 in the afternoon or 3:00 in the morning. Whenever we'd call each other, he would say, "hi, my Joni" and I would say, "hi, my Brian." I've been trying to figure out why I'm taking this so hard. Of course Brian is my friend and I love him, but I've lost a lot of people in my life and haven't taken anything this hard since my grandpa died 13 1/2 years ago in a tragic motor home accident. Then I realized, all of the people who had died in between were all expected, I'd had time to come to terms with it and say my goodbyes. Luckily I was able to see my grandpa shortly before he died...but after his death I told myself I would always let my family know how I feel about them. In the last 13 1/2 years I've never left my mom without giving her a kiss and hug goodbye, and telling her I love her. I had been so naive before my grandpa died, thinking that no one close to me would ever die, but thank God I changed my way of thinking about letting my family know I love them. Unfortunately, until Friday, September 25,2009, I didn't realize the possibility of one of my good friends dying. They were 44 years old, just kids. And I know Brian, and on that bike, he didn't mess around. Brian was a responsible rider. If there had been any other way to react to the situation, Brian would have done it. If I had to pick a way for someone I love to die, it would be how my grandpa died, or at least how I like to think he died. And I like to think the same for Brian and Trish. I hope it happened so fast they didn't have time to even realize what was going on. I hope they passed away so quickly that they didn't feel any pain. I hope they didn't have to suffer at all, not even for a second.
Joni Delaney, Coonrod's
Cedar Rapids
IA
If you take nothing else from this tragedy, please, at least do this: let your family and friends know that you love them, today, right now, before it's too late. Don't wait another second, because that's how quickly a person's life can change, that's how quickly someone who was in your life can be taken out of it. And we can all take a lesson from Brian...he didn't wait around for life to happen, he got out there and lived his life to the fullest, every day. My Brian and Trish: I love you guys and I miss you both so much.
Joni Delaney, Coonrod's
Cedar Rapids
IA
To Joni & everybody else who is hurting... I was going through some rough times in New Mexico and I called my brother Caleb from a payphone after somebody had hurt me. I told him that I needed him to come get me. Caleb was with Brian that night. Caleb & Brian decided to come & get me. The next night I was in a horrible car accident. What I remember is the impact. I don't remember the pain. I remember that I didn't want to be alone. I hit cement median going 80 mph on I-25. The people that found me were freaking out, which made things worse for me. After that... nothing. I saw a firefighter removing me from my car as I was watching from the passenger seat. It was foggy and I felt no pain. I felt no guilt, I felt no love, no hate. I can't explain it. I felt nothing. They airlifted me to UNM. I broke my neck C3. My leg was crushed. I spend 9 days in the first hospital and then a couple weeks in a rehabilitation center so I could learn how to dress myself and walk, etc... Anyway, my point is. I was gone for a few minutes and during that few minutes I didn't feel any pain. I don't know if this helps, but I believe it's true. I think about that also. Was Brian in pain? He didn't deserve it. After I was transported back to Iowa, Brian was there for me every day. My brother went through a lot. Caleb thought he was gonna lose his sister. A blood vessel was broken near my heart and they didn't know if I was gonna make it. After I came home, Brian gave me so much shit. He made fun of me in my neck brace and leg brace and arm brace. I used a walker and would go to Walmart and use a cart to drive. I was a crip. :) Anyway... Brian was my protector, my Angel. I really don't think there is anybody else out there like him. I don't. I hope there is. Brian, I call your number and I want you to answer the phone, but you don’t. I love you Brian I miss you very much. Thank you for taking care of my mom and my family. I know you are still looking over us. Lori Davis
Lori Davis
Aurora
CO
To those of you who have sent your messages I want to thank-you and Cedar Memorial for all of the wonderful things that you have done and said, Brain was and is a unique person, he is walking with us and laughing, and helping us with our sorrow, I believe this, He is with Trish and they are watching over us,some more than others, I still talk to him every single day and I will always do that out of habit I guess. So always know Brian and Trish are with you and will always be there Doreen E. Lynch Havlik Brian's Sister
Doreen E. Lynch Havlik
OK
Brian,
I have missed you since you went away that day. A devastated heart, a devastating pain. Words can never bring back the life you filled us every moment, in every way. I know you will always be with us and protecting us from our dismay. We love more than you can imagine and know we will always pray. That you are up there looking down upon us with a laugh and smile each day.
I love you, your nephew.
JJ "buffy" Havlik