Condolence: Life flies by so fast and if we are truly blessed to have true friends and family to share our heart it is wonderful. Sam was one of those that touched my family and touched base with us when we needed him the most. He was loyal, funny, knowledgeable and shared all qualities. Jo and family I am so sorry for your loss but how blessed you were to have him and he to have all of you. Jo you were right along his side at all times and I admire you for your dedication to him and how you worked through this illness which can be so hard. You are an amazing person and God truly chose the right two to be together in life. I am sure Sam felt loved, appreciated and honored to have all of you in his life. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Condolence: There will never be enough words to express my feelings watching my Dad travel on his journey home; only that I am honored to have been able to be a part of it in the ways that I could . His impact on my life through his unrelenting quest for knowledge is tremendous and is the driving force for me in my own pursuits. I truly feel that he was satisfied with his life, what he accomplished, saw, and did, and who he was able to share it with. There is nothing that anyone could wish for at the end of their days than to feel that they had achieved their life’s goals. I suppose his next quest has begun, in heaven...or maybe he instantly got all of the answers that he ever sought and now he is up there playing chess, or a round of golf, or maybe he is kicking butt in a game of racquetball...until we meet again. Love you Dad!

Condolence: Grandpa Sam taught me that it’s okay to be yourself. Whether that’s wearing rainbow toe socks or wearing two hats at once. He taught me that it’s crucial to chase your dreams, that life has endless possibilities and that there’s a lot to learn about the world. He lead by example with his ability to see the positives in all people from all different backgrounds. His artwork allowed a glimpse into the complexity and magic of his mind. There was never a dull moment with my grandpa Sam

Condolence: Sam was my brother but because of our age difference I am so grateful that I got to know him as an adult when I lived with Sam and his family.Sam had a profound influence on my life and many other lives. He was a seeker of knowledge,art,adventure and God.His passion for these things made me want to know them too. I am forever grateful!

Condolence: My condolences to Jo and
her family. I was only 16
when I first met Sam Brown. I only understood
his brilliant mind when I
was much older. I pray his
family knows the love shared by Sam and Jo for
so many years.

Condolence: EULOGY

Long before time was even a thing, God took all of existence in his hand – crushed it with all his might, then released it into the cold and dark emptiness – creating the infinite universe. Even He was in awe. It was a beautiful painting – moving – breathing – dancing – full of color. Full of light. He watched for billions of years as stars were born – planets bred new life – and whole galaxies were created from dust -only to die – and be reborn again over - and over. It was beauty in violence. It was awe-inspiring chaos. And it was breathtaking.

But God realized that it had no meaning without someone to share it with. Without someone to witness all this beauty. So, He created us. He gave us free will to make us human – but He gave us life so that we could see what He had made – to bathe in its glory … and to question it. And that's our purpose – the meaning of life. To witness the tapestry of color and light and life that God created. Out among the stars - and within each of us.

My dad knew this. And that's why he wanted to see everything – to know everything. In his life - he drew, he painted, he played music, he visited cities and countries. He read books on everything from quantum mechanics, ethics, and logic, to mechanical processes and medical advances. He even studied theology to better understand God. He was interested in people too - how societies were developed – how cultures were created. How life was created. He wanted to see everything. He wanted to know everything.

He was so excited by everything he ever learned – that he couldn't wait to share it with anyone who would listen. Most of his children and grandchildren affectionately refer to this as “another lecture”. But he wanted the best for us – for all of us. He wanted us to look away from the tv – the computer – the phone – and take it all in. Like he did … just like he did – to be lucky enough to have someone like Mom to guide him in this journey.

And now, after a long and graceful bow. He has left this place. The place where he searched for answers. The place where he witnessed what God had made – this gift that God gave us. No longer to witness – but to be a part of the tapestry of color and light and life that God created. Out among the stars – and within each of us.

Condolence: We were so sorry to hear of Sam's passing. We will always remember and cherish the great memories we all experience during the early days of our careers at B&W. True friendships last over many years, even if we are separated by many miles and years. Jo, we will keep you and your entire family in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence:
“Death is nothing at all. It does not count. I have only slipped away into the next room.
Nothing has happened. Everything remains exactly as it was. I am I, and you are you, and the old life that we lived so fondly together is untouched, unchanged.
Whatever we were to each other, that we are still. Call me by my old familiar name. Speak of me in the easy way you always did. Put no difference into your tone. Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow.
Laugh as we always laughed at the little jokes we enjoyed together. Play, smile, think of me, pray for me. Let my name be the household word it always was. Let it be spoken without effort, without the ghost of a shadow upon it.
Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was. There is absolute and unbroken continuity. What is this death but a negligible accident?
Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? I am but waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just round the corner. All is well. Nothing is hurt; nothing is lost. In one brief moment, all will be as it was before. How we shall laugh at the trouble of parting when we meet again!”


Condolence: Jo,

We are with you and the kids in spirit this morning. Sam had a long a road home, and you never let go of his hand. Next time you see him, he'll be the Sam you fell in love with all those years ago. Praying for comfort and peace for all of you.

Love, Denise

Condolence: We are shocked and saddened to hear of Sam's passing. Our condolences to Jo and the entire Brown family.