Fallen Friend

Brian Merritt was one of those guys that could not only make you laugh, but a person that was genuine, kind, and reliable.

I’ve known Brian since the early days of elementary school. It’s was crazy but growing up year after year, he always ended up on my baseball team. Brian was that guy who would cheer on his teammates when we won, and when we lost. And we lost a lot. Brian was always the guy to help us keep our heads up.

I remember last year around Christmas time running into Brian. We were both in town and ran into him while I was meeting up with some friends. It was so cool to catch up. Brian was real excited about his job and career. What was so cool, was to pick up where we left off. He was just that type.

A week or so ago, Brian shot me a message letting me know he was heading into town and to wish my family a great holiday. I unfortunately didn’t get to see Brian while I was in town. I am sorry I didn’t, but am grateful that we did communicate.

I was driving down to Sinai Hospital today, and just recalling some of the great memories of my friend. I know a lot of them were years ago, but it did get me a little choked up.

Brian Merritt, you were a great friend, and person that I will always hold in high regard. Thank you for your sense of humor, thirst for life, and most of all friendship. You will be missed by many.