Rest in Peace My Brother Brian
“Getting the news today that my younger brother Brian, 48 years old, died hit me like a ton of bricks. He was a great person, had a big heart, and would do anything for a friend in need. I keep saying this is a very realistic nightmare and that I’ll wake up. Sadly, it’s real. I basically did my first 50 years with him, and I’ll try my best to do the next 50 without him. Life is precious. I never thought I’d bury my baby brother. This is a tough one. Thank you for your kindness towards me, and I’ll always cherish the great memories I had with you. Until I see you on the other side, I love you, little brother.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
Rest in peace Brian, I'll miss you. I'm forever grateful for your kindness towards me & others. Love, your big brother :)
Rest in peace Brian, I'll miss you. I'm forever grateful for your kindness towards me & others. Love, your big brother.
Opening your phone and seeing your little brother’s obituary for the first time…I have no words. – J
Opening your phone and seeing your little brother’s obituary for the first time…I have no words. – J
Opening your phone and seeing your little brother’s obituary for the first time…I have no words. – J
Opening your phone and seeing your little brother’s obituary for the first time…I have no words. – J
Opening your phone and seeing your little brother’s obituary for the first time…I have no words. – J
Gone forever, this is surreal. 1% of me still says, “this is just a very realistic bad dream.” I’m holding on to this 1% - Love, Your Big Brother
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
Gone forever, this is surreal. 1% of me still says, “this is just a very realistic bad dream.” I’m holding on to this 1% - Love, Your Big Brother
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
Gone forever, this is surreal. 1% of me still says, “this is just a very realistic bad dream.” I’m holding on to this 1% - Love, Your Big Brother
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
Gone forever, this is surreal. 1% of me still says, “this is just a very realistic bad dream.” I’m holding on to this 1% - Love, Your Big Brother
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
Gone forever, this is surreal. 1% of me still says, “this is just a very realistic bad dream.” I’m holding on to this 1% - Love, Your Big Brother
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
Gone forever, this is surreal. 1% of me still says, “this is just a very realistic bad dream.” I’m holding on to this 1% - Love, Your Big Brother
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
Gone forever, this is surreal. 1% of me still says, “this is just a very realistic bad dream.” I’m holding on to this 1% - Love, Your Big Brother
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
Gone forever, this is surreal. 1% of me still says, “this is just a very realistic bad dream.” I’m holding on to this 1% - Love, Your Big Brother
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
I'd like to personally thank Matthew Shaw, one of my younger brother Brian's best friends for sending me this throwback photo with my brother from high school / 1990's. I still can't believe it. 💔
Brian William Quinlan,
February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
I'd like to personally thank Matthew Shaw, one of my younger brother Brian's best friends for sending me this throwback photo with my brother from high school / 1990's. I still can't believe it. 💔
Brian William Quinlan,
February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
I'd like to personally thank Matthew Shaw, one of my younger brother Brian's best friends for sending me this throwback photo with my brother from high school / 1990's. I still can't believe it. 💔
Brian William Quinlan,
February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
Acceptance and healing are a process 💔
I'd like to personally thank Matthew Shaw, one of my younger brother Brian's best friends for sending me this throwback photo with my brother from high school / 1990's. I still can't believe it. 💔
Brian William Quinlan,
February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
I'd like to personally thank Matthew Shaw, one of my younger brother Brian's best friends for sending me this throwback photo with my brother from high school / 1990's. I still can't believe it. 💔
Brian William Quinlan,
February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
A rare photo taken in 1995 I just received of my younger brother Brian (left), who died on May 17, 2025, from one of his best friends, Matthew Shaw. It's been one week now since he passed, and I'm still asking myself, "Is this real?" Thanks again, Matt, for the photo. It's a nice capture.
3 weeks ago today, my younger brother, Brian, died unexpectedly. I kind of just immersed myself in the gym since then to help cope with all the emotions that have come along with it. 99% has helped me mentally, so I guess the physical bonus is the remaining 1%. PS, I had to replace my phone with this temporary one, a Galaxy A15 from 2023, and the photos aren’t clear. No bueno.
I'd like to personally thank Matthew Shaw, one of my younger brother Brian's best friends for sending me this throwback photo with my brother from high school / 1990's. I still can't believe it. 💔
Brian William Quinlan,
February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
I'd like to personally thank Matthew Shaw, one of my younger brother Brian's best friends for sending me this throwback photo with my brother from high school / 1990's. I still can't believe it. 💔
Brian William Quinlan,
February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I’d be honored to give your eulogy this Friday little brother.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I’d be honored to give your eulogy this Friday little brother.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I’ll sure miss you, Brian. Knowing I’ll never see you again in my natural life seems surreal and I don’t think I’ll ever fully have a hold onto that fact. 1% of me still believes this is a very realistic nightmare that I’ll just wake up from. I truly feel in my heart this is still a possibility. I’ve often told people, “I miss youth.” Brian, you were always part of my youth and now that time has passed, you have as well. I feel that part of the coping process is focusing on the good times, all the laughs we had, and remembering you for your kindness to others.”
- Your Big Brother
My brother’s funeral mass is tomorrow, so I met with the funeral director just now, and we were given this. The watch my brother had on when he died. Very fitting as it is one of the same watches worn by Paul Stanley of Kiss. Brian loved those 80’s rock bands. That was my brother. He was one cool cat. – Love always, your big brother
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
My brother’s funeral mass is tomorrow, so I met with the funeral director just now, and we were given this. The watch my brother had on when he died. Very fitting as it is one of the same watches worn by Paul Stanley of Kiss. Brian loved those 80’s rock bands. That was my brother. He was one cool cat. – Love always, your big brother
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
This morning, I say goodbye to my little brother @ 10am from Most Blessed Sacrament Parish 1155 Main Street, Wakefield, MA 01880. I love you, and I thank you for everything ❤️
This morning, I say goodbye to my little brother @ 10am from Most Blessed Sacrament Parish 1155 Main Street, Wakefield, MA 01880. I love you, and I thank you for everything ❤️
“I want to thank everyone for all the love I have received after losing my younger brother. I’ve seen all the condolences & I am forever grateful to you all. Rest in Power Brian.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I want to thank everyone for all the love I have received after losing my younger brother. I’ve seen all the condolences & I am forever grateful to you all. Rest in Power Brian.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I want to thank everyone for all the love I have received after losing my younger brother. I’ve seen all the condolences & I am forever grateful to you all. Rest in Power Brian.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I want to thank everyone for all the love I have received after losing my younger brother. I’ve seen all the condolences & I am forever grateful to you all. Rest in Power Brian.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I want to thank everyone for all the love I have received after losing my younger brother. I’ve seen all the condolences & I am forever grateful to you all. Rest in Power Brian.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I want to thank everyone for all the love I have received after losing my younger brother. I’ve seen all the condolences & I am forever grateful to you all. Rest in Power Brian.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I want to thank everyone for all the love I have received after losing my younger brother. I’ve seen all the condolences & I am forever grateful to you all. Rest in Power Brian.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I was the very last one to leave Most Blessed Sacrament Parish after my brother’s funeral mass. The lot was empty and in silence I took this photo. The final photo of my brother.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
On behalf of my children and family, I want to thank everyone for all the love & support I have received after losing my little brother. It is appreciated more than you will ever know.
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I’m going to miss my younger Brian and the lasting impression, legacy, and memories he left behind to so many during the time God blessed me with him.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I’m going to miss my younger Brian and the lasting impression, legacy, and memories he left behind to so many during the time God blessed me with him.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I’m going to miss my younger Brian and the lasting impression, legacy, and memories he left behind to so many during the time God blessed me with him.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I’m going to miss my younger Brian and the lasting impression, legacy, and memories he left behind to so many during the time God blessed me with him.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I’m going to miss my younger Brian and the lasting impression, legacy, and memories he left behind to so many during the time God blessed me with him.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
Today marks 3 months since I lost my younger brother. It’s hard to see these photos of him from high school again after all these years. That was a great era. I haven’t been able to come across any of his 1995 senior year stuff yet, so if anyone has any photos, please DM me. I’m still in disbelief. I love you, little brother. I’ll always keep the special memories close to my heart. ❤️
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
Today marks 3 months since I lost my younger brother. It’s hard to see these photos of him from high school again after all these years. That was a great era. I haven’t been able to come across any of his 1995 senior year stuff yet, so if anyone has any photos, please DM me. I’m still in disbelief. I love you, little brother. I’ll always keep the special memories close to my heart. ❤️
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
Today marks 3 months since I lost my younger brother. It’s hard to see these photos of him from high school again after all these years. That was a great era. I haven’t been able to come across any of his 1995 senior year stuff yet, so if anyone has any photos, please DM me. I’m still in disbelief. I love you, little brother. I’ll always keep the special memories close to my heart. ❤️
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
Today marks 3 months since I lost my younger brother. It’s hard to see these photos of him from high school again after all these years. That was a great era. I haven’t been able to come across any of his 1995 senior year stuff yet, so if anyone has any photos, please DM me. I’m still in disbelief. I love you, little brother. I’ll always keep the special memories close to my heart. ❤️
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
My late younger brother from his senior prom in 1995. I respected you for being unique and not caring about what others thought about you. Probably the only one in a gray tuxedo and you wore it well. I miss those simple times, the talks, and our youth. I love you bro ❤️
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I’m going to miss my younger Brian and the lasting impression, legacy, and memories he left behind to so many during the time God blessed me with him.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I’m going to miss my younger Brian and the lasting impression, legacy, and memories he left behind to so many during the time God blessed me with him.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I’m going to miss my younger Brian and the lasting impression, legacy, and memories he left behind to so many during the time God blessed me with him.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I’m going to miss my younger Brian and the lasting impression, legacy, and memories he left behind to so many during the time God blessed me with him.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I’m going to miss my younger Brian and the lasting impression, legacy, and memories he left behind to so many during the time God blessed me with him.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“I’m going to miss my younger Brian and the lasting impression, legacy, and memories he left behind to so many during the time God blessed me with him.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
I just buried my little brother, the final goodbye today. It was an honor to be your big brother, and I'll cherish the special memories forever.
Rest in Power.
Brian William Quinlan,
February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
I just buried my little brother, the final goodbye today. It was an honor to be your big brother, and I'll cherish the special memories forever.
Rest in Power.
Brian William Quinlan,
February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“We’ll have a stone for you soon. Love, your big brother.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“We’ll have a stone for you soon. Love, your big brother.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“We’ll have a stone for you soon. Love, your big brother.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“We’ll have a stone for you soon. Love, your big brother.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“We’ll have a stone for you soon. Love, your big brother.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“We’ll have a stone for you soon. Love, your big brother.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“We’ll have a stone for you soon. Love, your big brother.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
“We’ll have a stone for you soon. Love, your big brother.”
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
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“It’s been almost 3 weeks since my younger brother died suddenly. It still seems like a dream, that it’s not real. Surreal. I can’t wrap my hands around the idea that he is now gone forever. I’ll never see him again physically in my natural life. Here today, gone tomorrow. No goodbye, just gone in a blink. Many things to me that seemed to matter before his death no longer carry the same importance. Life is fragile. This is sadly one of the most painful reminders of it for me. But the show must go on. So, until I see you on the other side, let’s give it hell. I’m sure you wouldn’t want me to do it any other way. Respect.”
- Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
***Photo by Steve Mark
Acceptance and healing are a process 💔
I just stared my day with my brother, some water, and morning sunlight💔
Friday afternoon, it was nice seeing you just now Brian, even though it's truly not the way I ever imagined it to be 💔
I'm half a century old, and in times of sadness and adversity, what doesn't kill you only makes you stronger.
I learned yesterday my younger brother, Brian's, cause of death was a heart attack. I’ll never get over the whole “Gone Forever” thing in the blink of an eye. I can’t thank everyone enough for all the love & support sent my way. It has meant the world to me.
It truly was your favorite 💔
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
This was my late brother’s Ed Hardy cologne he got when it debuted in 2008. It was still half full, buried in a drawer when he died. So, I dusted off its cobwebs, and I’ve worn it every day until today, when it ran out. It reminded me of him and our younger days together. ❤️
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I'd like to personally thank Mr. Michael Interbartolo Jr. for his generous donation to The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation on behalf of my late younger brother Brian. Today, August 17th, marks the 3-month anniversary of my brother's passing. I mentioned the B+ Foundation in my brother's eulogy for his sizable donation supporting me in the Face of Horror Contest (2023). Special heartfelt thanks to Andrew's dad, Joe McDonough, for this personal letter. I have no words, Joe, to express how sorry I am about Andrew. You're a good man; keep doing God's work. ❤️
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
I'd like to personally thank Mr. Michael Interbartolo Jr. for his generous donation to The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation on behalf of my late younger brother Brian. Today, August 17th, marks the 3-month anniversary of my brother's passing. I mentioned the B+ Foundation in my brother's eulogy for his sizable donation supporting me in the Face of Horror Contest (2023). Special heartfelt thanks to Andrew's dad, Joe McDonough, for this personal letter. I have no words, Joe, to express how sorry I am about Andrew. You're a good man; keep doing God's work. ❤️
Brian William Quinlan, February 12, 1977 – May 17, 2025
I must have thought of my brother at least a dozen times before 8am today. I snapped this photo early this morning standing on a sidewalk. They say the stages of grief are denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. I think I went right from denial to depression. I’m not depressed; I’d say in my case it’s disappointment & sadness but still in some denial. Shock and disbelief, struggling to accept the reality of the loss. I don’t think I’ll ever fully accept that reality. I think seeing his youth sports photos the other day hit me the hardest. To everyone out there reading this who has experienced loss, my heart goes out to you. A friend of mine said to me today, “It doesn’t get easier; it just becomes normal.”
