My condolence's to our fallen brother Brian Wilson(MXRider503) [Archive]

Shockrock3

12-13-2008, 02:56 AM

Sucks...absolutely sucks. Met Brian a couple of times.....I'm sure whoever went to the Newport meet in the summer of '07 remember waiting for Kurt to show up towards the end of the day and Brian doing the burnout with the police coming right over the hill at the same time lol! Nice guy..smoked a few cigs with him, etc.

Horrible...my condolences to the family, friends, etc. :(

RIP brother....

psu goat

12-13-2008, 03:26 AM

My condolences. I didn't know him personally, but I've read his posts on here a lot :(

BlackSabbath

12-13-2008, 03:46 AM

http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=97511&stc=1&d=1229172328
http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=97512&stc=1&d=1229172336

http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=97513&stc=1&d=1229172349

Fox Mulder

12-13-2008, 03:48 AM

This is really a shame. Never met him but that's way too young.

Hummina

12-13-2008, 04:18 AM

holy shit....i dont even know what to say.

RIP buddy

ROKS ROKET

12-13-2008, 04:48 AM

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, OMG I'm in total shock!!!!!!! I don't know what to say. I need some answers!!!! Holy shit he's been at my house tons of times. He's eaten dinner with my wife and I plenty of times. I am in such shock I don't know what to say. He had so much going for him. We need to do something special for him. Sorry, I'm crying really hard so this post is taking a while to write. Here's some pics............

http://img149.imageshack.us/img149/7445/img0013xz6.jpg

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/4053/img0014uk0.jpg

http://img529.imageshack.us/img529/5067/img0050hd6.jpg

http://img529.imageshack.us/img529/9682/img0017do1.jpg

I have a ton more pics of him, here's just a few..........

ROK :( :( :( :(

ROKS ROKET

12-13-2008, 05:05 AM

More.............

At my house hanging out in our sunroom, that's my brother on the couch with Brian.....
http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/6744/img0016eq3.jpg

http://usera.ImageCave.com/mrrok01/ROKSTUFF/gore%20and%20guts.jpg

I'm sorry, I can't stop tearing up, so I'll load more pics later......

R.I.P. MY GOOD FRIEND, YOU WERE WAY TOO YOUNG TO LEAVE THIS EARTH!!!!

ROK :(

elpuerco

12-13-2008, 05:07 AM

Wow. That is unbelievable. Brian was a good guy.. met him several times at various events an even gave him my Watkins Glen tickets this year.

:(

Let us now when the services are. RIP Brian.

CamaroAl

12-13-2008, 05:08 AM

Some of my best laughs

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/Camaroal/Marcus%20GTO%20meet%207-27-07/100_3463.jpg
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/Camaroal/Marcus%20GTO%20meet%207-27-07/100_3453.jpg

He was havin a good time..

This is the 1st time i meet Brian i still remember this like it was just a few hours ago must have been one of the funniest things i seen, i have video of i it i just need to find it and i will post it up.

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO, OMG I'm in total shock!!!!!!! I don't know what to say. I need some answers!!!! Holy shit he's been at my house tons of times. He's eaten dinner with my wife and I plenty of times. I am in such shock I don't know what to say. He had so much going for him. We need to do something special for him. Sorry, I'm crying really hard so this post is taking a while to write. Here's some pics............

http://img149.imageshack.us/img149/7445/img0013xz6.jpg

http://img408.imageshack.us/img408/4053/img0014uk0.jpg

http://img529.imageshack.us/img529/5067/img0050hd6.jpg

http://img529.imageshack.us/img529/9682/img0017do1.jpg

I have a ton more pics of him, here's just a few..........

ROK :( :( :( :(

ROK you are right we need to do something for him lets try and figure something out.

I only talked to him a few times on pm's at a few meets and all he did was talk about you you meant alot to him

RIP my friend

REPODAN

12-13-2008, 05:10 AM

r.i.p brother, i would have loved to meet you,, your off to a better place now, god speed

CarolinaChick

12-13-2008, 05:12 AM

Bless him & his family.

JoeCiv

12-13-2008, 05:16 AM

i dont even know what to say this is shocking... my condolences to his family

CamaroAl

12-13-2008, 05:17 AM

HotRodKush

12-13-2008, 05:24 AM

Kaltech Tuning

12-13-2008, 05:25 AM

That's terrible to hear. RIP to him and condonlences to his family and friends.

207

12-13-2008, 05:28 AM

Damn, this comes as a large shock.. My condolences to the family.

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w283/GONE207/Rookies006.jpg

WEDJ

12-13-2008, 05:40 AM

Oh, Brian.................

He was one guy who lived every moment as if it would be his last. Kind, giving, outgoing, caring, funny, open, cheerful. He was a walking adjective of positives.

Please, can someone get a last name? Wake/Funeral arrangements? Town?

BTW, thanks for the telephone call, buddy.

ROKS ROKET

12-13-2008, 05:54 AM

Brian enjoyed life to the fullest. He was so full of energy and his bear hugs were nothing, but crushing, lol, lol. I need more info on this, but can't find any. I'm so frustrated and want to know more. The where, the why's, and who was with him at the time and how this happened. I wish I knew his girlfriend Sharon's number, I called his apartment and his cell phone, but they went to voice mail. I'm hurting big time over this, I should of went, NOT Brian!!!!!

This is what he probably would have liked to say to everyone, lol, lol.....

http://img512.imageshack.us/img512/5331/img0010xf7.jpg

ROK

BoostedLT5

12-13-2008, 05:59 AM

Sorry to hear this Brian and i shared a few brews together down at the central ct car show a a year or so ago. I remember pulling out our chairs, setting em up in the restaurant parking lot and rippin down a few beers with him!! This sucks......

Montess2k

12-13-2008, 06:00 AM

I have never met Brian, but this is very sad news, my condolences to his friends and family....

"When every good boy and girl who loves cars finally clears the Pearly Gates, their dream machines are waiting for them to enjoy. No cops, Virginia roads, engine warmed, fuel needle stuck on full. Forever and ever"

RiP :(

Joe

bill12s

12-13-2008, 06:28 AM

RIP Brian. This really is sad news. I hope his family reads these posts and realizes how many people Brian had touched in his short life.

GTO 06

12-13-2008, 06:33 AM

I don't even know what to say, I have too many thoughts and memories, this is a shock... my condolences to his family. Please keep us updated.

RIP Crazy man...

Morty

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k279/65_GTO_06/GONE%20Meets/Newport%20Meet%202007/DSC_5398.jpg

"Com'n Dude Take my picture.."

HOGtos

12-13-2008, 06:42 AM

As part of our Goat Brethren, my condolences to his family and friends. From what I've read, he touched many lives and will be sadly missed.
Blessings

City Goat

12-13-2008, 06:56 AM

This is unbelievable.

The first time I met Bri was when him, Kush and Jay waited 3 hours for me after the Watkins Glen race was over so we could cruise home together. We did, at like 120 miles per hour the entire time, he was a f'n blast to be around you couldn't help but laugh.

I cannot believe I'm hearing this news...23 years old and a heart attack? So close to the holidays...this is truly horrible.

Dammit to hell.

Jrzy Goat

12-13-2008, 06:57 AM

SK360

12-13-2008, 06:57 AM

Holy shit, I don't even know what to say.... I never had the chance to meet him, but we spoke online....

To those that knew him & Family I send my deepest condolences.

MacDogg

12-13-2008, 07:25 AM

Condolences to all. RIP.

quadman

12-13-2008, 07:28 AM

This is really a shame. Never met him but that's way too young.

that absolutely sucks...........way too young...RIP

Ram Air IV

12-13-2008, 07:31 AM

WOW, he was a good bro, always in good spirit. RIP Bri, you'll be missed for sure bud!

Spyral

12-13-2008, 07:38 AM

RIP, so sad to hear this.

Razor04GTO

12-13-2008, 07:40 AM

wow... I'm just totally shocked... i have only met him once or twice.. but still i know he was a funny guy, and a great person to be aroun... my condolences go out to his family

BRAZEN06GTO

12-13-2008, 07:41 AM

Very sad indeed. Godspeed.

Richard {wango-z-tango} requested that someone pass along his condolences and respects to friends and family.

He also stated..."What a truly sad moment. He had great enthusiasm and a wicked joy every time I met him. He's the only guy who ever bought a GTO that came with a fish in the trunk."

JJD49

12-13-2008, 07:43 AM

I am speachless. Words can not express the sadness,

R.I.P Brother

andrewzpsu

12-13-2008, 07:53 AM

Rip :(

LS2Fish

12-13-2008, 08:12 AM

I'm not even sure what to say. For somebody to pass away is sad, but at 23 is tragic, and around the holidays is a nightmare. This is really really sad.

R.I.P. buddy. I hope heaven has all the GTOs and open roads you could dream of....

eightysjay

12-13-2008, 08:30 AM

Wow, this is a shock. I always had a good time around Brian at the cruises and the VIP event at watkins glen, expecially our long-ass high speed ride through the catskills back home from watkins with some of the GONE crew that was there. This really sucks.

These are a couple of pics I took, and this is how I'll always remember him - as a crazy and fun loving guy:

http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=97518&stc=1&d=1229178383

http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=97520&stc=1&d=1229178408

RIP brother :(

When/if services information becomes available, can someone who knows, let us know?Kush I will post up where the wake will be when I get the info,Im hoping that alot of us will make it to the wake.

Damn, this comes as a large shock.. My condolences to the family.

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w283/GONE207/Rookies006.jpgThis picture is from my first ever GTO meet back in March of 07 days before my Birthday.

This is unbelievable.

The first time I met Bri was when him, Kush and Jay waited 3 hours for me after the Watkins Glen race was over so we could cruise home together. We did, at like 120 miles per hour the entire time, he was a f'n blast to be around you couldn't help but laugh.

I cannot believe I'm hearing this news...23 years old and a heart attack? So close to the holidays...this is truly horrible.

Dammit to hell.That by far is one of the wildest night's I ever drove my car with you Ryan along with Brian and Kush.We had so much fun that night which i will never forget till the day I die.I have been up most of the night thinking about all of the crazy thing's that me a Brian did together over the past 2 years.I never got a chance to say goodbye.:(

Ben

12-13-2008, 08:34 AM

And him chasing ricers up into the parking garage. haha

I remember that.. He had said no burnouts or reving engines at the CCSU car show.. This eclipse decided to ignore him so he grabed a sledhammer and ran into the parking garage after it.. Wish I had a picture of that

Brian was also the guy that contacted me when I was having trouble getting my car towed to NJ when the motor blew.. At the time I bearly new Brian but he was all about helping me out.. He never had to do anything like that he just did because he was that kinda guy.. I'm still in shock

Greeny5005

12-13-2008, 08:47 AM

holyshit this a total surprise, im in shock the kid was one of those people who would give you the shirt off his back. i dont know what to say... jay if you need help finding out info for everyone pm me or call my cell 2039943118. i have a few mutual friends i can get ahold of that should know whats going on.

damn just damn and what is scarier is he was my age...

Midnight Goat

12-13-2008, 08:49 AM

Wow shocking news. Really makes you realize your not invincible in your 20's. RIP brother.

badgoat06

12-13-2008, 09:13 AM

What a shame. I never met him, my condolences got out to all.

speeddemon

12-13-2008, 10:09 AM

I am attending the wake,Jay I will give you a call in a few hours hopefully you have some info.

chips gto

12-13-2008, 10:12 AM

Please tell me this is just a really sick joke!!!!!!!!! This can't be true?!

I am in complete disbelief.

OMG;
I thank my lucky stars that I at least got one last huge 'Brian bear hug' at Rookies 2 weeks ago.

May he Rest In Piece. But I know where ever he goes he'll be bringing some new life with him for sure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

He will live on in the memories of all who knew him and interacted with him. Bri you won't be forgotten! chip

GT-OH

12-13-2008, 10:27 AM

I never met him but he sounds like a nice guy. My condolences. RIP.

pmj27

12-13-2008, 11:36 AM

RIP. got one chance to pass by him on the roads and talked to him on here. great person. will be missed

tgto

12-13-2008, 11:42 AM

I have spent many a night with Brian on the Berlin Turnpike and other adventures.... it was always an adventure. He always, selflessly, opened up to anyone. He was always the life of the event, center of attention. For most of the GTO events of recent time, Brian would be the motivating factor for me to attend. If he was there, it was going to be an interesting time. He'd do anything to bring a smile to faces.

My world is a little less happy today.

ChrisMcGTO04

12-13-2008, 12:01 PM

Godspeed to him and his family.

We've lost 2 Texas members....a Georgia member......a RMGTO member.....and a Buckeyegoat Ohio member the past few years.

Sad to hear of each and every one of them.....

nutiger

12-13-2008, 12:10 PM

My sympathy to his family, RIP.

shrike

12-13-2008, 12:18 PM

thoughts and prayers from down here. I will never understand why bad things happen to such good people.

bigbtriplett

12-13-2008, 12:33 PM

seemed like a great guy to be around.Sorry to hear this.

MeyGTO

12-13-2008, 12:40 PM

Came on here for some laughs, and get hit right in the face with this. Although I have never met him personally, he was a recognizable member here and no matter how far withdrawn I was from knowing him, this still gives me the chills. I send my condolences to the family and friends. 23 is WAY too young to go. It saddens me deeply that he never was given the chance to enjoy life for as many years as he deserved.

gtomike60

12-13-2008, 12:54 PM

RIP and my deepest condolences to everyone close to him.Mike

04 Scout

12-13-2008, 01:43 PM

Very tragic! Had lunch with Brian at Rookies in Middletown 2 weeks ago. Just horrible-thoughts and prayers to his family.

JerseyGTO

12-13-2008, 01:48 PM

Brian and I roomed together at the '07 race at the Glen. He was a great guy. He knew my wife and I were in the process of adoption. He really helped with some of the questions I had. He was a really, really good guy. RIP Brian. You are very much missed. :(

Haggis

12-13-2008, 01:53 PM

I met this guy at a gas station in Bristol a couple of months ago.

We stood around and bs'd for half an hour. He was a funny guy.

I think he had told me he was salvaging a GTO that had been
driven in to a river or something? He let me try out his rip
shifter. He was a real friendly guy.

When I started reading this post I knew I had heard the name
MXrider somewhere before. It wasn't until I saw his picture
that I remembered.

It's very sad, we was so young . RIP

Palmer

12-13-2008, 02:08 PM

Jesus this is horrible. My condolences to his family and anyone that he touched. He seemed like a really cool guy.

Schlong Connery

12-13-2008, 02:54 PM

Damn.

I really wish i had met this guy i heard some crazy stories of great times he was a part of. Sad.

Rip

easyrider928

12-13-2008, 04:58 PM

R.I.P., very sad to hear.

LS2GTO71

12-13-2008, 05:56 PM

Way too young. RIP. :(

batmanGTO

12-13-2008, 06:46 PM

RIP Brother..... See you on that big race track in the sky.

TprGTO-[Robo Fuzz]

12-13-2008, 06:46 PM

I was absolutely stunned to read this horrible news. My condolences to his family and friends. I had the pleasure of meeting him at various meets. He truely was a nice guy. RIP Brian. You will be missed brother. Wow this really sucks. Things like this give you a reality gut check. Damn....

Holeshot

12-13-2008, 07:18 PM

For all of you that knew him personally I am truly sorry for your loss. Tragic indeed. As you morn the loss also celebrate his life and remember him for the times he was a part of your lives.

Good Speed

3rdgenfan

12-14-2008, 12:29 AM

It's amazing how you can see someone pass away from another section and think to yourself "OMG thats horrible, god bless"

But then you see someone you've met, someone who's got the greatest spirit of anyone out there...someone who'd give you the biggest hug ever even if he's never met you. It's just something you don't expect...its a kick to the balls and hurts deep down inside...because even though theres hundreds of miles between the two of you...you'd do anything just to make sure that person stayed happy.

Thats what happened to me at the Watkins Glen event in the Hotel Parking lot in 08. Brian became someone I held close and regarded as a close friend just because of the events that unfolded that day lol...never seen me in his life and gave me the biggest hug from a dude I've ever had haha...

Hes the type of person that would go and do anything for ANYONE.

I remember at the BBQ Bill had (Thank you so much for the opportunity to meet many NE members btw) Brian just hopped in my car and fell in love with my CD collection and would out of no where talk shit about me and Delaware...but it was okay because he just had that effect to him...:gr_jest:

For this, I salute the many drinks I had tonight to you, Brian Wilson....May heaven be filled with GTOs, Jeeps...and long, windy open roads...

Okie

12-14-2008, 04:02 AM

My condolences to his family and friends...

ROKS ROKET

12-14-2008, 04:54 AM

Well there's no Obituary today in Sundays paper, it should be in tomorrow's paper unless the family has other plans. I know they wanted to do an autopsy on him so that might be holding up any announcements. I know as soon as we know you will know about any services that's being held. I'm still in shock, Brian was very close to me, we had a special friendship. I know that Jay and Brian also had a special friendship as well and how hard Jay is taking it too. It makes my heart soar to hear all the nice things people are saying about Brian. You either loved him or hated him, there was no in between, (well maybe a little, lol, lol) that's the kind of guy he was.

I'm surviving on all the good energy Brian put out and trying to keep my head up and think of all the good times I've had with him. Like a few of us that last seen him at the Rookies Meet 2 weeks ago, that will be one of my fondness memories of him.

Love ya big guy, you remind me of myself when I was your age. I think that's why you and I were so close. The 30 years between us never got in the way of our friendship. I'll always think of you as my adopted son as you always called me your adopted father. Rest well my son, one day we just might meet up again in another life!!

ROK :(

My First GTO

12-14-2008, 06:33 AM

Our condolences to his family and friends from Rocksand racing....R.I.P.....

HRJ

12-14-2008, 08:24 AM

What a horrible year this has been. Sorry for y'all's loss. :(

speeddemon

12-14-2008, 12:15 PM

Gremlin85

12-14-2008, 12:25 PM

My deepest condolences.

My he be resting in peace and enjoying gear head eternity in bliss.

-John

ShelbyGoat

12-14-2008, 01:46 PM

RIP Brian

You will be missed!

Dave.

SLoW SHO

12-14-2008, 01:58 PM

Wow this is absolutely crazy. I met Brian when I happend upon a Rookies meet a few summers ago. Come to find out he and I had many mutual friends and I hung out many times with him on the Berlin Turpike. Brian was a great guy, everything that's been said is true.

RIP buddy

mygto

12-14-2008, 02:00 PM

Condolences. Very sad when someone so young leaves us.

Fastmofo

12-14-2008, 02:11 PM

This is horrible, I'm so sorry.

enforcer

12-14-2008, 02:51 PM

Wow, I cant believe that happened. Brian was a great guy. I remember him from the Marcus Dairy meet in 07. First time I ever met him, I helped him clean his car. IIRC, I think he was talking about opening up his own performance/detailing shop....

Its such a shame to see somebody so young go like that. But its better to burn out than fade away...

runz12s

12-14-2008, 04:10 PM

didnt know him that well but im sure he was a great guy, sux, im sorry to hear about this

speeddemon

12-14-2008, 05:26 PM

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b331/srt4owner222/forumthings/Rookies016.jpg
one of the first rookies meets,brian in front of me

BlackSabbath

12-14-2008, 05:52 PM

Very nice photo Cy. R.I.P. Brian

Bill S

12-14-2008, 06:05 PM

Very sad news. My condolences to his family. Sucks, especially with Christmas around the corner.

MVDCGTO

12-14-2008, 09:05 PM

Don't think I ever met him but I am still sad to hear this. He was obviously a great person and to be taken away at such a young age is a tragedy. My condolences to his family and friends.

ROKS ROKET

12-15-2008, 04:31 AM

I search the Obits again this morning and still nothing. I wish I could find out what's going on and when the services are going to be.

ROK :(

mrgto

12-15-2008, 04:38 AM

condolences to his family. Guessing way too young to die.

LS1Melissa

12-15-2008, 05:00 AM

Here is one of the videos i have to find the others

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/Camaroal/Marcus%20GTO%20meet%207-27-07/th_bce0d5d5.jpg (http://s37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/Camaroal/Marcus%20GTO%20meet%207-27-07/?action=view&current=bce0d5d5.flv)

The 1st time Melissa & Brian meet
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/Camaroal/Marcus%20GTO%20meet%207-27-07/100_3427.jpg
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/Camaroal/Marcus%20GTO%20meet%207-27-07/100_3436.jpg

Nat seeing if Brian is he type LOL
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e51/Camaroal/Marcus%20GTO%20meet%207-27-07/100_3441.jpg

When Al told me on Sat morning I thought I heard him wrong..... I was like there is no way this happened..... Hes 23...

Brian was such a pain in the ass.... but you couldnt help but love him for it. He was never a mean spirited person, just a guy that loved life and loved having a good time with friends... and people he would just have met. I remember meeting him at our Marcus meet (pics above) and thinking this guy has got trouble written all over him! lol And as the day & night went on, he certainly proved me right lol He was def the entertainer and almost everyone of my memories from that day were of him and his craziness lol I'll never forget him riding (and I think breaking) some of the rides at the Red Rooster haha

Rok, as Al said, Brian always spoke so highly of you... he def considered you to be his family. Please let us know if & when plans are made to do something special for him.

RIP Bri.... You are forever part of this community and will never be forgotten. This was posted earlier by Joe (MonteSS2K) and it choked me up a bit. Not sure where this is from Joe, but its really a great quote:

"When every good boy and girl who loves cars finally clears the Pearly Gates, their dream machines are waiting for them to enjoy. No cops, Virginia roads, engine warmed, fuel needle stuck on full. Forever and ever"

ROKS ROKET

12-15-2008, 05:27 AM

Rok, as Al said, Brian always spoke so highly of you... he def considered you to be his family. Please let us know if & when plans are made to do something special for him.

I definitely want to do something special for Brian. I'm still in shock and really can't think straight about this. I want to find out when the services are going to be before I do anything. I was thinking of having a charity run in the spring in Brian's Name and donate to the Fire Dept where he was a member. I will NOT do anything without all of Brian's friends chiming in and agreeing on something. I know Jay will also help in this matter too. Thanks for the nice write up Melissa and Al, plus all of the other posts about Bri. He touched people differently, he was someone full of piss and vinegar and didn't care what anyone thought about him. So full of life, so sad to see go.............

Thanks again all!!!
ROK

PS: I hope this post made sense, my mind isn't really ready for all of this........

Flashpoint

12-15-2008, 06:15 AM

wow.. just wow. Met him at a few events over the past few years. Was a good guy... sad he was too young :(

ODE

12-15-2008, 07:43 AM

This is a true tragedy! Nobody should die so young!

I only hung out with Brian a few times but I definitely have some great LAUGH filled memories as well as a couple patented Brian hugs! As we all know Brian just loved to hug!

He will be dearly missed! Rest in Peace my friend and be our protector when we act a fool, pull a Brian, and drive WAY too fast!

69Cougar

12-15-2008, 08:35 AM

Hey guys, my name is Chris and I was a good friend of Brians. The outpouring of support here and elsewhere is tremendous and there are already plans in the making for a memorial at the annual CCSU Car Show. We will keep you guys abreast as we figure out exactly what we want to do.

I saw someone asking about the service information so I figured I would post it up for you guys. The wake will be from 5-8pm on Thursday, December 18th and Friday from 9-930am at Baileys Funeral Home at 48 Broad Street in Plainville , followed by a mass at Our Lady of Mercy Church, also on Broad St in Plainville.

207

12-15-2008, 10:17 AM

If the link works, a little more info:

http://www.bailey-funeralhome.com/obit-service-schedule.jsp?site=0180&id=38079

.

Jrzy Goat

12-15-2008, 10:21 AM

Pappa Prich

12-15-2008, 10:32 AM

Ohh man, 23.....RIP man, my prayers go out to your family and friends. The GTO community will miss you.

SSport

12-15-2008, 11:28 AM

WOW....my condolences and prayers are with his family. No one should be taken that young

eightysjay

12-15-2008, 04:18 PM

I just want to say thanks to all of you for all of your kind words about Brian.I got to spend alot of time with him over the last two years and got to know him pretty well.Though sometimes we didnt see eye to eye about certain things we always had respect for each other.He always said to me Jay if you ever need anything just call me.I will never forget him telling me that.The last time I saw him was back in late August and we kind of got into an arguement and went our own ways.Im very sad that I didnt get to say that i was sorry,and it hurts me inside.I guess I can say it to him when i see him on Thursday.I hope you all can make it to the wake on Thursday and again thanks for all the kind words.

HotRodKush

12-15-2008, 04:35 PM

I'm going to go on Thursday if anyone else is thinking about going. I can't go on Friday because of work.

WEDJ

12-15-2008, 07:22 PM

WEDJ

12-15-2008, 07:26 PM

OK guys, do we meet up ahead of time and do a congo line to the wake? Barring serious snow/ice/salt, I think we can get our goats out in force for a last cruise in memoryof Bri.......

OK, group bear hug :attachment:

exco

12-15-2008, 07:35 PM

RIP Brian. I've had him over my house a few times, scott just told me the news :(:(:(:(:(

I'd do the ride, but she's all put away :( I'll probably just show up in my jeep - which should be suiting enough since he had a jeep too :)

- Chris

exco

12-15-2008, 07:44 PM

A pic he wanted me to take... :(

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3036/3112640710_4afe4d6315_b.jpg

Juniorss

12-15-2008, 08:00 PM

I'm going to go on Thursday if anyone else is thinking about going. I can't go on Friday because of work.

I may be able to go so maybe I can meet you and we can go together. If some of the other guys wanna go, maybe ill take the SS and we can pile in.

HotRodKush

12-15-2008, 08:00 PM

Badass picture.

elpuerco

12-15-2008, 08:01 PM

HotRodKush

12-15-2008, 08:02 PM

I may be able to go so maybe I can meet you and we can go together. If some of the other guys wanna go, maybe ill take the SS and we can pile in.

I can meet up with you beforehand somewhere, I'm coming straight from work so I just want to head straight to that area if at all possible to avoid traffic. We can figure out someplace to meet though.

nsofokles

12-15-2008, 09:29 PM

I sent someone a pm...I'd like to make it...Even tho i only met Brian a couple times i still feel terrible. Passing at such a young age especially from a heart attack is tragic. I'd also like to see everyone else since i have no been around in a while...i'll see what happens

WEDJ

12-16-2008, 02:58 AM

Well, weather for tomorrow is ugly, so Thursday the roads will still be cr@pola.

Black Devil

12-16-2008, 03:10 AM

I hate driving my car in crap weather or getting salty mix on it. But I am willing to do it for the loss of a freind and one last memory.

ROKS ROKET

12-16-2008, 04:25 AM

Here's Brian's obituary that was posted in the Hartford Courant.

http://www.legacy.com/HartfordCourant/DeathNotices.asp?Page=LifeStory&PersonId=121453423

They didn't mention G.O.N.E. at all, but did mentioned all the other clubs he was in. I mentioned it in the Guest Book on line. I'll meet you guys at the Funeral Home Thursday evening. I have a feeling there is going to be a long, long, line so wear something warm to stand outside. I'll also be at the service on Friday if anyone wants to go with me I have that rental SUV so I have plenty of room. The same goes for Thursday evening if anyone wants or needs a ride.

ROK :(

ROKS ROKET

12-16-2008, 04:32 AM

CamaroAl

12-16-2008, 05:50 AM

I hate driving my car in crap weather or getting salty mix on it. But I am willing to do it for the loss of a freind and one last memory.

We are the same way i put the 18's back on so we can make the trip up with the GTO for Brian

2XS

12-16-2008, 08:53 AM

Shock, Anger, Denial, Sadness.

Loved Brian like a brother.

Here's the banner he "acquired" from Watkin's Glen in 07 and donated to the Newport Meet the same year. It's hanging in my garage now. This picture will now be forever with the banner as my memorial of his presence in my life.

http://i166.photobucket.com/albums/u91/Always2XS/DSC_5399.jpg

Godspeed bro.

chips gto

12-16-2008, 10:06 AM

For anyone arriving early. Off the I84 east bound exit is Crooked Street, Plainville. Off the ramp. Left to the main drag, left again and follow to J. Timothys. Large parking area, great wings and cold beer or soft drinks. Not to far from downtown Plainville. I'll see if I can find a link with an address. chip

69Cougar

12-16-2008, 11:12 AM

After the wake a bunch of us are planning to go to Hooters on the Pike to discuss some kind of memorial or dedication to Brian. You guys are all welcome to join us.

eightysjay

12-16-2008, 11:19 AM

http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b331/srt4owner222/forumthings/Rookies016.jpg
one of the first rookies meets,brian in front of meThis was my first ever GTO meet back in March of 07.It was also the first day I met Brian,that was a great day.

DJ_YellowGTO

12-16-2008, 12:06 PM

Wow! This is the first time I saw this thread and I have no words to express my sorrow for those who were very close to him. I met Brian a few times at GTO meets and at local car spots and he was a great guy. Funny as all hell. As someone who has heart problems this makes me feel very thankful just to know of my condition and to be able to deal with it. I wish I could make it to the wake to pay my respects but working out of town I would not be able to make it there.

speeddemon

12-16-2008, 02:10 PM

f it,my GTO is dirty as hell already as long as it isnt snowing thursday ill drive it

grandpamike

12-16-2008, 03:39 PM

wow, I just read this thread, I can't believe this, he was so young. I met him for the first time at the car show down at the college, can't remember the name of it right now, I took my son, it was our first show and the first time i met alot of you guys. such a loss.

exco

12-16-2008, 08:05 PM

See you all there :(

GTOART

12-17-2008, 05:23 AM

Thanks buddy (Jeff) for the call last night or I would have missed this very sad news. I am just lost for words. Bri, you will be missed. I'm glad I got to hang with him at Rookies a couple of weeks ago. I will see you all at the wake on Thursday. RIP.

chips gto

12-17-2008, 02:19 PM

http://www.legacy.com/Link.asp?I=LS000121453423X

This was sent to me today, not sure if it was posted or not.

H2O GTO

12-17-2008, 03:04 PM

Hello everyone I am hardly ever on this forum, the reason I have this screen name was just so I could chat back and forth with Brian during work (no email at work), him and I where going to make a street car out of a 2006 water salvaged GTO he found me (hence my screen name.)

He was a good friend of mine since we where in high school and would like to thank all you for your responses. I have informed his family of this forum and they are going to come on here to collect more photos. If anyone has more photos to share please do, it would be greatly appreciated.

A facebook group has been make to remember Brian http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=51927783437&ref=mf

And an event for his wake here. http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=54730935358&ref=mf

The C3 car club at CCSU is planning on organizing a run/meet in memory of Brain, I will try to keep everyone informed.

Thank you again,

-Luke Sendrowski-

207

12-17-2008, 05:12 PM

Luke here are a few pictures I have, I'll keep looking though.

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w283/GONE207/Rookies019.jpg
http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w283/GONE207/Rookies018.jpg
http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w283/GONE207/Rookies017.jpg
http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w283/GONE207/Rookies006.jpg

207

12-17-2008, 05:20 PM

Found a couple more.

http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w283/GONE207/Rookies%20112407/Rookies034.jpg
http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w283/GONE207/Rookies%20112407/Rookies051.jpg

H2O GTO

12-17-2008, 05:38 PM

thank you 207, its greatly appreciated

TprGTO-[Robo Fuzz]

12-17-2008, 05:40 PM

My condolences Luke.

207

12-17-2008, 05:51 PM

thank you 207, its greatly appreciated
I may have more on my desktop computer at home (CT) that I never transfered to a photo hosting site but, I won't be able to check until I return home during the 2nd week of January.

BlackSabbath

12-17-2008, 06:45 PM

http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=97830&stc=1&d=1229571897
http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=97831&stc=1&d=1229571905
http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=97832&stc=1&d=1229571912
http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=97833&stc=1&d=1229571919

GTO 06

12-18-2008, 11:36 AM

This was taken @ WPI Car Show 04-21-2007

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k279/65_GTO_06/DSC00726.jpg

These pictures was taken at the ccsu on 04-29-2007

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k279/65_GTO_06/2007%20Car%20Shows/CCSU%20Car%20Show%2004-29-2007/DSC_5142.jpg

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k279/65_GTO_06/2007%20Car%20Shows/CCSU%20Car%20Show%2004-29-2007/DSC_5141.jpg

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k279/65_GTO_06/2007%20Car%20Shows/CCSU%20Car%20Show%2004-29-2007/DSC00863.jpg

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k279/65_GTO_06/2007%20Car%20Shows/CCSU%20Car%20Show%2004-29-2007/DSC00839.jpg

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k279/65_GTO_06/2007%20Car%20Shows/CCSU%20Car%20Show%2004-29-2007/DSC00838.jpg

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k279/65_GTO_06/2007%20Car%20Shows/CCSU%20Car%20Show%2004-29-2007/DSC00779.jpg

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k279/65_GTO_06/2007%20Car%20Shows/CCSU%20Car%20Show%2004-29-2007/DSC_5161.jpg

Newport Meet 2007:

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k279/65_GTO_06/GONE%20Meets/Newport%20Meet%202007/DSC_5406.jpg

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k279/65_GTO_06/GONE%20Meets/Newport%20Meet%202007/DSC_5399.jpg

I think thats all of them.. If I find more I'll post them...

Morty

GTO 06

12-18-2008, 11:37 AM

One More...

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k279/65_GTO_06/GONE%20Meets/Newport%20Meet%202007/DSC_5398.jpg

Morty

Shockrock3

12-19-2008, 05:28 PM

I'm glad this is a sticky....a way to honor him.

Shockrock3

12-19-2008, 05:38 PM

Here is the infamous burnout pic with the boys coming over the hill on the other side in Newport...

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn236/rehobothgto/DSC00079-1.jpg

H2O GTO

12-23-2008, 08:57 AM

ROKS ROKET

12-24-2008, 04:45 AM

Thank you for the pictures! And most of all thank all of you who came for the wake and funeral, the sound of a ls2 will always remind me of Brian and his smokey burnouts he left everywhere he went.

-Luke Sendrowski-

Luke,
I'm looking forward to working with you and Carl at the 2009 CCSU car show. You can always email @ yahoo.com . And if you are having anything else going on in Brian's name please let me know!!!!!!!

Thanks,
ROK

shawn744

12-24-2008, 05:40 PM

Spent that great day together, RIP BRIAN.

http://www.ls1gto.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=97518&stc=1&d=1229178383

BlackSabbath

01-30-2009, 06:04 PM

Hi Everybody,
This is Meaghan Wilson, Brian Wilson's little sister. Black Sabbath was so nice to let me use his account since mine would'nt let me. I can't thank you guys enough for the outpouring of support. My jaw dropped when I came across this. I called my brother every day because we were so close. I can't belive there are sooooo many people who were close to him. Just to see how many lives he's touched is amazing and it's so great to see that you all saw that fantastic qualities in him that I have treasured for years. He is very sorely missed and there's not a day that goes by that gets any easier. It's angering that he was only 23, a year older than me, and he deserved to have his twelve kids that he wanted with his gf Sharon. Thanks everybody for the condolences and pictures, it's been very therapeutic. God Bless you all. Meaghan Wilson

BlackSabbath

01-30-2009, 06:05 PM

Rip Big Brother

TprGTO-[Robo Fuzz]

01-30-2009, 07:30 PM

My condolences on the loss of your brother Meaghan.

JerseyGTO

01-30-2009, 07:49 PM

Meaghan Wilson

01-30-2009, 10:08 PM

Jrzy Goat

01-30-2009, 10:23 PM

Welcome to the site, Meaghan. Your brother is still missed by all of his friends here. Hopefully we'll get a bunch of us together in the spring in his memory.

+1.

He is definitely still missed here. He was a great guy.

ROKS ROKET

01-31-2009, 05:00 AM

Thanks so much you guys. I'm looking forward to something like that. You guys should all burn out on February 7th, his birthday, in his memory. I'm working on setting up some kind of fundraiser to help the parents keep the goat and pay for the services. Thanks again! Meaghan

Awwwww, that so sweet of you to come here and thank us for knowing and loving your Brother Meaghan. Brian was more than a friend to me, he was like my little brother or even a son to me. There hasn't been a day go by that I've have not thought about him. I was and still devastated, but as we all know life must go on and I know Brian would want it that way!! Anything your family wishes or decides to do Meaghan please do not hesitate to let us know.
As we will let you know on our end too.

You can contact me directly at .com anytime you wish, even if it's just to talk.

Thank you again,
ROK

tigertamer

01-31-2009, 08:37 AM

rip brother!! very sorry to hear this.

dommorelli

01-31-2009, 11:36 AM

Our condolence to his family.

Meaghan Wilson

01-31-2009, 01:34 PM

Awwwww, that so sweet of you to come here and thank us for knowing and loving your Brother Meaghan. Brian was more than a friend to me, he was like my little brother or even a son to me. There hasn't been a day go by that I've have not thought about him. I was and still devastated, but as we all know life must go on and I know Brian would want it that way!! Anything your family wishes or decides to do Meaghan please do not hesitate to let us know.
As we will let you know on our end too.

You can contact me directly at kor.otg40@yahoo .com anytime you wish, even if it's just to talk.

Thank you again,
ROK
Hiya Rok,
I've heard alot about you! :) You seem like a great guy. I know my brother would want us to move on but it is easier said than done. It was a huge slap in the face to all of us. So many things remind me of him. Spongebob (his nickname), squeeling tires, pizza, or even a joke. I remember when we used to ride in the parents convertible and any time we went under a bridge, he would let out a high pitched girly scream just to hear it echoe. R.I.P Bubba. I will defiently let everyone know what's going on with the fam. Thanks again everybody, We all really appreciate it. Guess we all should just live life to the fullest like Bri did. much love!

eightysjay

01-31-2009, 01:46 PM

Hi Meaghan my name is Jay,Im the one that started this thread the night I found out about Brian.I spent almost every night with brian last summer and we had alot of fun running up and down the pike at night.He was alot of fun to hang out with and he made friends with everyone we came in contact with.Im glad that you came on here and saw this thread,we are all like brothers on this forum.No matter where we all live or come from,when we lose a member we all are hurt by it.Brian will forever be apart of LS1GTO.com in all of our hearts and prayers.And your welcome to come and hang out with us anytime you want.Take the keys to his GTO and drive that car proudly,and come meet up with us whenever we have another meet.We always meet at HOOTERS on the pike every friday night durring spring,summer and fall.Please come and I will show you around to all of the brothers.Brian will forever be with me in my heart and all of my prayers.Welcome to the greatest car forum on the planet.

Jay

JJD49

01-31-2009, 04:49 PM

I never had the pleasure of meeting Brian. Rok and a few others told me a lot about him. God Bless him and his family.

RIDE ON BROTHER

John

ROKS ROKET

02-01-2009, 09:53 AM

Hiya Rok,
I've heard alot about you! :) You seem like a great guy. I know my brother would want us to move on but it is easier said than done. It was a huge slap in the face to all of us. So many things remind me of him. Spongebob (his nickname), squeeling tires, pizza, or even a joke. I remember when we used to ride in the parents convertible and any time we went under a bridge, he would let out a high pitched girly scream just to hear it echoe. R.I.P Bubba. I will defiently let everyone know what's going on with the fam. Thanks again everybody, We all really appreciate it. Guess we all should just live life to the fullest like Bri did. much love!

Thanks for the reply Meaghan, and you are right, it IS easier said than done. Any time you need to talk, don't hesitate to email me and vent or whatever. Jay's invite to join us is a great idea and I hope you think about it.

We will never forget!!!

Much Luv right back,
ROK

TprGTO-[Robo Fuzz]

02-01-2009, 10:35 AM

This years Newport meet is dedicated to Brian.

eightysjay

02-01-2009, 05:35 PM

This years Newport meet is dedicated to Brian.Thats a good idea Mike,lets do that.

Meaghan Wilson

02-01-2009, 09:51 PM

This years Newport meet is dedicated to Brian.
Hell yeah. You guys are the sHiz!!!! I will defienetly be there. ummm R.I? right? I can't wait... and Jay thanks for starting this, it really means alot! I can already see what my bro saw in all of you. Sweetness. So is everybody gonna burn something on February 7th??? does'nt matter what it is. Tires, love letters, an old stuffed animal.(might smell) Thanks again!!!!

eightysjay

02-02-2009, 10:38 AM

Hell yeah. You guys are the sHiz!!!! I will defienetly be there. ummm R.I? right? I can't wait... and Jay thanks for starting this, it really means alot! I can already see what my bro saw in all of you. Sweetness. So is everybody gonna burn something on February 7th??? does'nt matter what it is. Tires, love letters, an old stuffed animal.(might smell) Thanks again!!!!I will go down to my storage unit is and pull the car out and Burn a strip right in front just for Brian.It's the least I can do to honor him.

Meaghan promise us that you will come to the next GTO meet that we have here in CT,either Hooters or CCSU show which is dedicated to Brian.Hope to see you there.

Jay

ROKS ROKET

02-03-2009, 04:58 AM

Hell yeah. You guys are the sHiz!!!! I will defienetly be there. ummm R.I? right? I can't wait... and Jay thanks for starting this, it really means alot! I can already see what my bro saw in all of you. Sweetness. So is everybody gonna burn something on February 7th??? does'nt matter what it is. Tires, love letters, an old stuffed animal.(might smell) Thanks again!!!!

Newport R.I. GTO Meet in Honor of Brian Wilson sounds GREAT!!!!!! I haven't been to the Newport meet in two years now because of my health, but you can bet your butt I WILL be there this year!!! And on Feb. 7th, I am going to Smoke a "BIG FAT ONE" in Brian's Honer, hehehe. (maybe a couple, lol)

Can't wait to see you again Meaghan, but this time it will be for a good thing!! Then we can reminisce about all the good times we've all had with your brother.......

ROK :thumbs:

WEDJ

02-03-2009, 10:49 AM

Brian = Newport = burnout just before the Po-Po arrives = winners!

Many in memorium burnouts planned for 2009

We love ya, Brian. Evan will throw a couple of onion rings in your honor. (Rookies joke)

Meaghan Wilson

02-05-2009, 02:09 PM

I will go down to my storage unit is and pull the car out and Burn a strip right in front just for Brian.It's the least I can do to honor him.

Meaghan promise us that you will come to the next GTO meet that we have here in CT,either Hooters or CCSU show which is dedicated to Brian.Hope to see you there.

Jay

I promise I'll be there! Just keep me updated on the time and date. Feb 7th is gonna be real hard. Thanks for burning everybody! you guys are truly bitchin!!!!!!!! much love

ROKS ROKET

02-06-2009, 08:07 AM

I may not be on line tomorrow so I want to submit this vid from our last meet with Brian at Rookies. Him and I did a double smoke show. It was more for Brian, but I managed to get in the background while Brian was doing his own burnout, lol.

Here's to you Bri, you will NEVER be forgotten!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjPunQ0gKOU&feature=channel_page

Love ya Bro,
ROK :( :)

WEDJ

02-06-2009, 03:26 PM

That video is :quoties:So:quoties: Brian :hail:

fuzzynavel

02-06-2009, 04:58 PM

Rip

Ensign25

03-28-2009, 05:00 AM

Wow, I Met him once, during the 07 Newport meet, and Though I suck with names, I remembered his from the one meeting I had (the only name I remembered). I was in Kuwait for the second half of last year, and I wasn't able to keep up on the forums much. I had my first duty day last night, and was able to catch up on my forums trolling when I came across this thread. RIP Brian. We will never forget you.

ROKS ROKET

03-28-2009, 07:02 AM

I STILL can't believe he's gone, I miss talking/seeing him everyday............ :(

ROK

drowssap

04-27-2009, 04:48 PM

man am I late to the game or what? I remember the burnout.

23??? Something's not right in the world when things like this happens.

RIP

ROKS ROKET

04-28-2009, 04:55 AM

man am I late to the game or what? I remember the burnout.

23??? Something's not right in the world when things like this happens.

RIP

You're never too late, Brain will be in our Hearts/Mind for years to come. Anyone who's ever met him will always remember him......

This Sunday May 3rd will be a special day at the CCSU car show!!!

ROK

nixapatfan

04-28-2009, 06:24 AM

Wow I've been off the site for awhile, I had no idea Brian is gone. Total shock. RIP. :(

ROKS ROKET

07-21-2009, 05:34 AM

EDcellent

07-21-2009, 07:11 AM

This thread will not be forgotten, rest assured.

CamaroAl

07-21-2009, 07:22 AM

It's been over 7 months since Brian's been gone, wow. I'm still thinking about him and usually do when I'm down. I just want to keep this thread going so it doesn't get forgotten.

I miss ya Big Guy!!!

ROK

I agree Rok i think about Brian more now then i did we he was with us. Not sure if you heard but Bruce gave Jay an award to give to Brian's partents @ the OTB show this past weekend.

LS1Melissa

07-21-2009, 07:39 AM

I agree Rok i think about Brian more now then i did we he was with us. Not sure if you heard but Bruce gave Jay an award to give to Brian's partents @ the OTB show this past weekend.

+1 that was awesome!!!

And Rok, Brian will never be forgotten.... you can bet on that!

ducky

07-21-2009, 07:49 AM

I just want to keep this thread going so it doesn't get forgotten.

I miss ya Big Guy!!!

ROK

I hadn't seen this before...I am so sorry for all of your loss. It isnt easy to lose a friend.

I think it is really awesome that you dedicated the car show to him.

Pappa Prich

07-21-2009, 07:51 AM

Not sure if you heard but Bruce gave Jay an award to give to Brian's partents @ the OTB show this past weekend.

That is a class act right there.

eightysjay

07-21-2009, 11:59 AM

If not tonight then definitely tommorrow I will be bringing it to them,Brian will never be forgotten.
When Bruce called me up I didnt really know what to say because everytime I talk about him I start to cry.I guess you could call me an emotional guy,especially when its people like Brian who touched our lives.
A big thanks to Bruce for the award Im sure his parents will cherish it forever.

ROKS ROKET

07-24-2009, 08:10 AM

I agree Rok i think about Brian more now then i did we he was with us. Not sure if you heard but Bruce gave Jay an award to give to Brian's partents @ the OTB show this past weekend.

Oh wow Al I didn't know that. As you know Jay also gave the trophy from the CCSU meet to them too. I know they will cherish it with all the other stuff people gave to them. I also proudly display the award I received from his parents to me every chance I get. And I also display the picture board I made at the Friday Night Hooters meet. People that didn't know that Brian had passed, but knew him from there were astonished. People remembered his face and good humor the most. Brian loved going down to Hooters on Friday nights!!

Good for you Jay, and we'll talk to you at Hooters........

ROK

JETNITRO

07-24-2009, 04:37 PM

eightysjay

07-24-2009, 09:20 PM

It was an Honor to give that out for the show, You almost got me all teared up when you were giving your speach!!! Your a good guy JayThanks so much for the kind words Bruce.It was a little hard for me to get the words out,but I did it.I will post pics of me giving the trophy to his parents when I bring it to them.

And thanks for having another awesome show hope you have another one this fall.