1987 – 2013
Putnam – Brian R. Kallio, 26, of Cleveland St., passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2013 in Hartford Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He courageously battled Cystic Fibrosis his entire life, defying all odds and never stopped fighting until his last breath. Born in Putnam, he was the son of Sandra (Jordan) Kallio and Brian D. Kallio and the amazing big brother of Brittany Kallio.
In addition to his parents, on his maternal side, Brian is survived by his grandmother Norma Jordan of Danielson; his aunt and uncle, David and Cynthia Peterson of Putnam; his brothers through life Paul Tetreault of Plainfield and Storm Lessard of Putnam; cousin, Meaghan Gagnon and her husband James; and uncle Peter Jordan and his partner Sandy Mayo and their children Raymond and Ashley of Putnam.
On his paternal side, Brian is survived by his step mom, Julie Ann Kallio of Brooklyn; step sister, Tayler Ann Mortimer and her daughter Novah Skye of Brooklyn; aunt and uncle, Timothy and Amy Brunet of Brooklyn; and cousins Kody and Lexie Brunet. Brian also leaves behind many, many friends. He is predeceased by his step brother Travis Mortimer.
Brian was a sports enthusiast and maintained a blog called Water Cooler Talks. He was an avid golfer and belonged to the Woodstock Golf Course, a die hard NY Giants fan always anticipating the start of the season and was Commissioner of the Football Guru’s a fantasy football league.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Brian’s family from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Friday, November 1, 2013 in the Gilman Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam. A gathering will begin at 11:00 am on Saturday, November 2, 2013 with a service at 12:00 pm in the funeral home, followed by burial in Munyan Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Brian R. Kallio Fund c/o Citizens National Bank, 182 Main St., Putnam, CT 06260 to help the family with his funeral expenses. Brian’s family would like to thank all of his family and friends for their support through this difficult time. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
Patricia
My heart goes out to all of you in your time of sorrow. Brian will be so missed. Patty
Don Dyer
To all of Brian’s family and friends, I offer my sincere sympathy and condolences. I am truly at a loss for words. God bless you all.
Adrienne & Tim King
Sandy and family, we offer our deepest sympathy to you all. May your memories of Brian help fill the void and lessen the pain of his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joanne Coderte
Sandy, There are no words that I can say to express my sincere sympathy to you and your family for your loss of Brian. You were a gift to my family with your kindness and compassion and you have a special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you and I hope good memories will sustain you. Joanne Coderre
MARY f. BERNARD
I am so sorry for your great loss. You were and are a devoted mother to your children. Please take comfort in that.Life has dealt you some heavy burdens but you always have a smile for everyone and help so many people recover at Westview.
God Bless You. Mary B.
Michelle Slotnick
Dear Brian and family – Our family was saddened when we heard the news of “little” Brian’s passing. Please know that our thoughts are with you and if there is anything you need, just ask. Michelle, Barry, Samantha, & Andrew Slotnick
Dee Carnahan
Dear Sandy. I was so sorry to read of your son’s passing on 29 Oct. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. He is with God in heaven and will now watch over you, as you did for him. God bless you all at this very sad time. Love, Dee
desiree
Dear sandy and Brittany,
May God’s golden white healing light surround you and bring peace to you.
Love des
Dawn Harris
To the Kallio Family, we offer our deepest sympathies to you on the passing of your precious son, Brian. We are terribly saddened to hear about Brian’s passing and wish you comfort in the beautiful memories that you all made with Brian.
With our condolences, The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, CT Chapter
Philip Whitman
Mrs. Kallio
I never knew Brian except as an ebay seller. He sold me an item, then after being checked into the hospital for his illness, he offered me a refund, or I could wait for the item to be shipped. I told him I would wait, and he could just take his time to ship the item. There was no way I could know that he would not have the time, because he wasn’t going home. When you called me to discuss the ebay transaction, and of course, to tell me that Brian had passed away, Mrs. Kallio, in your voice I could hear the pain of a mother who had just lost her son, and my heart goes out to you. No one can control these things, and I am just grateful that I have not had the same experience. After hearing you talk about your son, I feel I know him now, and it seems that he was a very fine young man. God bless you and your family in this very difficult time, and I offer my sincere condolences.
Philip Whitman