Bill Brown Obituary

We still miss Bill with all of our being. We keep him in the conversation and we always will.
He was my husbands dear dear friend going back to high school.
I was privileged to meet and know him through Bob and we became instant family. His love and care of my two children will always stay with me. He was Uncle Bill to them- he nicknamed by son Matt "Quickster" which became "Quick". Jill became "Jillie".
He came shopping with us for camp equipment when Jillie was preparing for a with grade trip. He insisted we buy her a whistle to wear around her neck and although we thought it was silly we did it anyway. Guess what- she became separated from her group due to a prank of thoughtless kids and the teachers were able to find her before dark only because of the whistle.
Quickster had a school project which consisted of taking a cardboard ginger bread man on a trip and telling of his adventures. "Gino Panforte" as Uncle Bill named the little cut out man visited Colorado Springs, going back into the kitchens at restaurants - up the gondola to Alpenglostube, flying to Malibu, having a photo taken with a van full of surfer dudes, all kinds of adventures. Quickster got an A!

We miss you Bill. I remember that month before you left us we had a long fireside talk. You were full of remembrances about your daughters and their childhood. I felt like you were the brother I never had but I didn´t figure that out until just now.
Rest in peace. We will always keep you in the conversation

Mr. Bill,

Because of you, I am blessed with the most beautiful woman to call my wife, and another beautiful woman to call my sister. I love these two people so much with all of my heart and I promise that I will always be there for the both of them for whatever challenges we may continue to face in this long and confusing journey. As I sit here writing this, I keep on seeing the images of your smiling face, glasses full of wine, and a table full of food, and also that funny "guitar face" that made you look really awesome when we jammed on your guitars. Man...we are all going to miss you so much. I love you big Bill and I wish I could've told you that more when I had the chance. I will always have my regrets of not giving you more casual phone calls or emails, and unfortunately I took for granted all of the time that we spent together, because I never thought that those days would be coming to an abrupt end. You will be in my thoughts every time I am sitting in the ocean on my surfboard waiting for the next wave, or when I am writing a song about this crazy journey called life.

Living
In Dream
In a Moment of Time
In a Place that Exists
In a World Unexplained

I will miss you and think of you always!

Your Mexican Son,

Austin Trujillo

Dear Krista,

My love and heart goes out to you during this very difficult time. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Love
Stacy

My deepest sympathy to all of Bill's friends and family. My husband and I met Bill when he was dating Janice, a friend of mine. We had some wonderful laughs together. Bill, Kenny and I were her first guests on her then new sail boat. Bill was just wonderful. He had such a terrific sense of humor and as an animal lover myself, I know how much his little dog meant to him. I remember spending New Year's Eve with the two of them watching reruns of "Outer Limits" the old t.v. show. Anyway, such sad news to hear, but at least his suffering is over. Peace to everyone.

I am saddened by the news of Bill's death but, consistent with our Christian faith, envy his leaving the many earthly "houses of God" he had a hand in designing as an architect for the heavenly and eternal home that God himself has fashioned for his people.

My condolences to Bill's family and friends. I did not have the pleasure of knowing him personally, but admired his work as a fellow Domer and architect.

I was blessed being in a committed relationship with Bill during the last two years of his life. Bill was the most beautiful and loving man I have ever encountered. Every day was a new and exciting adventure together. He showed me honesty, love, respect and was very devoted to me and my family. He gave me the happiest two years of my life filled with laughter, love, and wonderful memories.We shared our faith together and I am leaning on that to get me through this tragic loss. He has left behind two beautiful daughters that are carrying on his legacy with strength and class. Thank you for all the kind words and thoughts.

Krista and Lori
I have no words. I am so very sorry for your loss. If I can help in any way, please contact me.

Dear Krista and Lori...Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.

My prayerful condolences to Bill's dear family and friends. His presence was a gift to many -- and he touched the future in remarkable ways. I pray that he rests in God's endless peace.

I was blessed to have dated Bill these last two years. He was the most beautiful man I ever encountered. He showed compassion for others, generosity to me and my family, and filled the world with laughter and beauty.From churches to his beautiful gardens and flowers, he made the world more beautiful. I experienced the best two years of my life with Bill and hoped we were going to continue to be together for a lifetime. Thank you for all the kind words and respect everyone has shown for BIll.

I am very sorry to hear of Bill's death. He was a classmate at N.D. and a fellow architect that sharred the love of religious building design and construction. Bill will be missed by many people, especially those who loved him. My prayers are extended to his family.

In hearing of Bill's death, I was shocked, saddenend, but now give thanks that he is with the God he loved so much - and honored through the implementation and designs of some fabulous places of worship, including the one at which I was Pastor in Chesapeake, VA. I, too, will miss his laughter, friendship - and especially the Bud-Lites at Applebees after Building Committee meetings. God rest your soul, Bill -- FR JIM GRIFFIN

Lori and Krista:
I am absolutely devastated for your loss. I loved funny "Mr. Brown" and have the fondest memories of days/nights spent at your home (not to mention the many weekends in Frisco). Your Dad was so good to me and always made me feel like I was part of the family. I know there is nothing I can say to ease your pain, but please know my heart aches for you and that you're in my thoughts and prayers.

Although I only had the privilege to meet Bill a few times, the loving way his daughters talked about him speaks volumes as to how wonderful a person he was. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this unimaginably difficult time.

I was was saddened to hear of Bill's death. I always enjoyed my encounters with him - he was a force of nature and a compelling personality. He will be missed.

Lori & Krista,
I am so sorry for your loss. I do not have words to express my love for both of you and how difficult this must be. Please know that your family is in my thoughts and I express my deepest condolences. I love you both,
Caroline E. Nickel

Bill's sudden and early death saddens me and I prayerful offer my sympathy to the family and associates of Bill Brown. His wisdom, kindness, patience, knowledge and sense of humor will remain with me always. He was a wonderful and devoted Christian brother who worked well for the Lord and his Church.

On behalf of the parish community of St. Malachy, Tehachapi, CA, I would like to extend my sincerest sympathy to the family and firm of Bill. Bill has been a wonderful person to work with and is able to iron out tough things related to his work. He is God-sent to all of us here in our parish. As a tribute to his love and devotion to us, we are having a memorial Mass for him on June26 at 6:30pm at St. Malachy's. Thank you Bill for all the good that you've shared with us and we will miss you dearly.

I was saddened to hear of Bill's death. My prayers are being offered for the repose of his soul and for those left behind who will mourn his loss. He was a very gifted man whose talents blessed so many. May he rest in peace.

Lori,

Nothing anyone can say will ease the pain you feel, but hopefully in time it will numb some. To lose a loved one that you held so close to your heart is unbearable. As the days go by, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. I hope you find comfort in your memories of him at this difficult time and I am sure there are many. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

We will light candles at The University of Notre Dame's Grotto for "Broccoli Bill". Krista and Lori, you are in our thoughts.

Bill Brown, what can I say he was an inspiration to me and was so influential in my life. We shared many trips together and walked through many memorable moments while working at BBAIAPC and later working with him as a consultant.

I oddly enough miss the layovers, long dives between projects, discussions on life, architecture, form/reform, dreams and goals that we shared together.

We worked on some great buildings and cathedrals together and he was the consummate designer and visionary for them.

He was good employer, client, and friend. I will miss him.

My sympathy and condolences on your loss. I met Bill when we were competing for a church project in Oklahoma. His warmth and caring were extraordinary and unforgettable. I am sorry I did not have the chance to know him better.

I am deeply saddened to hear of the untimely death of Bill. His friendship over the years will be remembered as well as the good work he was able to accomplish. May he be welcomed onto that mountain where the Lord will gather all nations, wipe away every tear and prepare a banquet for us.

My sincere condolences to the family of Bill Brown. I knew him to be a man of great passion, who was desirous of doing the work of architecture with quality, beauty and integrity. He gave much and his legacy is appreciated. Blessings on his family.

Bill was a wise and kind man. I met him at a Catholic design conference a few years ago and he very quickly became a mentor. Professionally, he had been where I was headed. We worked together as teammates on a few architecture projects, strategized on many more, and spent hours discussing everything from business strategies to personal issues. In short, he was a friend, and I learned a lot from him. I and everyone at my office who knew him will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

They seem so feeble, any words of ours, when compared with a hard-working and passionate person such as Bill was. I was fortunate to be able to work for BBAIA my first year out of Notre Dame.

When you lose a man like this it is, simply put, very sad. My heart goes out to all of his family and loved ones. If every person you meet leaves a mark upon passing, his is certainly indelible.

Dawn, Krista and Lori,
I am so sorry for your loss. Bill was not only a mentor to me, but also my friend. He was the first to take a chance on me out of college when I was in need of a job. So he replied to my resume because hidden in the small print was a statement that if he hired me I would laugh at all his jokes. He especially liked that, and so I got hired. It wasn’t a hard task to live up to because he was a funny man but also very compassionate and giving and will be deeply missed. I’m sure all the angels in Heaven are still laughing at the first joke he shared upon meeting with them. My sincere condolences.

Our deepest sympathies on Bill's passing. The world has lost one of the truly great liturgical architects of our time, and a remarkable human being. Bill and his family are in our thoughts and prayers.

i had the pleasure of working with Bill over the past three years. whenever i saw him at a trade show he always had a smile on his face and a kind word to offer. My thoughts and prayers go out to his Family and Coworkers he will no doubt be missed.

Dawn,Krista and Lori:

Both my wife Magda and I have known Bill through the different conferences we have attended. We have always seen him as a very pleasant person willing to help anyone he is in contact with. We will miss him, our profession will also miss him.
Alberto Portela, Liturgical Design Consultant and Architect
Magda J. Portela, Interior Consultants

We are saddened to hear of Bill's
passing. Please know our thoughts
and prayers are with you.

Dawn,Krista and Lori,
Anne and I will keep you in our prayers at this difficult time. Again, our sincere sympathies.
Chris and Anne

I want to express my condolences to the family for such an untimely death. I met Bill when I became involved in the Association of Consultants for Liturgical Space. Bill was a founding member of ACLS, and many members knew Bill very well. He invested so much time and energy into our organization and into the field of liturgical design consulting. He will be missed. Know that our prayers are with you as you struggle through this difficult time.

I offer my sincere condolences and Blessings on all of Bill's family and loved ones. May Bill be in heaven this very day.

Bill's knowledge and love of church architecture and liturgical design was immense. I pray for him and for all his family and friends who grieve the loss of one so dear. May God's warm and eternal embrace hold him.

Mr. B (as I called him) was the best employer ever. He was a caring, compassionate and funny person who had a wonderful passion for serving churches with his architectual knowledge and ideas. He was my buddy, my confidant and my partner-in-crime (so to speak) especially when pulling a joke or prank. He was always there for me, my family and especially my grandson Aaron. He will truly be missed. Christ's peace be with you Mr. B - We Love You. Your Faithful Servant "Tee"

I extend my sympathy and promise of prayers to Bill's family and friends. Bill was truly a gifted man, a person of great enthusiam and talent. Know of my concern and prayers for those he leaves behind. May Bill rest in the eternal peace of the God whom he loved and served so well. Peace, Sister Martha, osu

I offer my prayers & sympathy to Bill's family and loved ones. May our merciful God grant him the fullness of life in eternity.

My sincere condolences on the death of Bill. His obituary said many true things about him as a person. His gifts/talents will truly be missed, especially in the realm of architecture. May the angels lead him into heaven.