Brett Karlin Obituary

Dear Michael, Robin, Marcie and Lindsey,

Words can't express how we feel. No parent should have to know that sorrow. We are extremely saddened by your loss. You are in our thoughts all the time.



Love,

I drive Cuba Road every day to/from work and noticed the roadside memorial. This morning I felt compelled to stop and investigate. When I read Brett's name, I had to find out who this young man might be. Upon reading the many condolences both here as well as at the memorial on Cuba Road, I can see that Brett was very special and touched the hearts of many. I do not know Brett or any of these mourners who pass on their condolences. Never-the-less, I feel your pain and will remember Brett and all of you in prayer.



May you be comforted by the grace and love of our Heavenly Father. He certainly knows the pain of losing a son and feels true compassion for you. May Brett's life not have been in vain. May he live on eternally.

Dear Robin and Mike,

Our thoughts are with you and your family. Our deepest condolences and prayers.

Sincerely,

Pat Ryan & Mike Biscan

Dear Marcie

I met Brett only once at the B.Shop and thought what a dear, sweet boy. He called my granddaughter Amanda Kasper many times as she has said in what she wrote above. Amanda called me daily to find out how Brett was doing. She and many others have prayed for Brett. Our prayers are for you now to be very strong and know that he was really loved by so many. My thoughts are with you and your family and know that with every sunny day Brett is looking over you.

Shyrlene Weiner(Skokie, IL)

Our son, Mike and daughter, Jamie were both friends with Brett. Our whole family has been touched and saddened by this tragedy. Our hearts go out to the entire Karlin family and hope each day will get a little easier for you. You are in our prayers.

Dear Marcie

I am so sorry for your loss. I feel so bad for you.He was so young and full of dreams for a long and happy life, unfortunetly somebody else had different plans for Brett.

I hope that God will give you the strenth to cope with the sorrow.

Love Tula and Danny Arvanitis

Brett and I were friends at Aptakisic and sat next to each other at 8th grade graduation. We lost touch until middle of this year, when he got my number and called me. We had a lot of talks in the last many months - advice and stories I will never forget. I heard about the accident and continued getting updates about Brett's condition through my grandma who goes to the beauty shop where Marci works, and although I knew the phone call thursday night was inevitable, I kept praying that I would see Brett again. No words can describe the sense of loss any of us feel, and only time will begin to heal it. Although Brett is no longer physically here, he will be on my mind and in my heart forever. Marci - I can only tell you that you're in my prayers. Brett - I love you and I hope G-D can watch over you now, now that you're our angel. I miss you.

I have one memory of Brett. He had to be about five or six years old at the time. He was on his bike riding around the cul de sac in Sanders Crossing. I was behind him making sure I didn't bump into him. It was just the two of us riding around the cul de sac again and again and again. I don't remember what we talked about but it was probably just kid stuff. It wasn't a terribly sunny day but that memory is a good one of him. I am so sorry this happened but hope that somehow the light will shine again from the darkness. I know that day in the neighborhood there was no sun but there was light.

Dear Marcie,

My thoughts are with you in this most difficult time of your family's life. May your son's memory be a blessing for all of you. Linda Usheroff

I met Brett in 8th grade. He was one of the few kids I knew and liked from Aptakisic. Throughout the years Brett and I grew closer to one-another. Everytime I saw him, it brought a smile to my face. He was always in a good mood which usually made mine better. On graduation night, we hung out and caught up with things. When I received a phone call that informed me about the accident, I froze. I didn't know what to do. When I got to the hospital and saw Brett lying in bed,tears came down my face. If there was anything I could have done, I would have. Brett's death brought a new light to things. Losing someone close is never easy, and in this case, its harder. Until I heard that he had passed away, I prayed that he would get better and things would go back to normal. There was a place in my heart that Brett use to hold, that is now missing. Although he is in a better place, I will never stop loving and thinking about him.

May G-D be with him and may he always be looking down on us.

My thoughts and prayers are with you, and Brett.

I did not know your son, Brett,however my son Danny rode the bus with him in earlier years & knew him from school. I just wanted to tell you how sad I am to hear of your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.

NOTHING WE CAN SAY IS WORTH WHILE

LOOK AHEAD - THE DAYS HAVE TO BE BRIGHTER

Dearest Marcie:

Words cannot express my sorrow for you and for everyone who loved Brett. Please know that you are in my thoughts and in my heart as I grieve with you at the loss of your beautiful son.

Although I myself did not know Brett my daughter Katie liked him very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.

Both of my sons, Chad and Josh know your son, Brett and while my husband and I did not know him, we just want you to know that our heartfelt thoughts and prayers at such a difficult time go out to you and your family. God Bless all of you.

Dear Marcie,

I first met you and your children at Learning Tree Pre School. Then I would see Brett at Temple. He was a beautiful child. I just wanted to let you know how sorry we are and that we are thinking of you at this terribly sad time in your life.

To all you. Just to let you know that our thoughts are with you. With our deepest condolences cousins Diane and Dan and Aunt Edith.

Dear Marcie,

I was so saddened to learn of your loss. I can still picture the first time Brett put his face in the water. He was so proud of himself.I have very fond memories of teaching him to swim.

I'm so sorry to hear about the tragic passing of Brett Karlin. My thoughts and prayers are with Brett's family and friends. He will truly be missed.

to all of you, craig and i were sadden to her of the loss of your son..we want to let you know that there are alot of your friends around the chicago area who are here for you Mike and Robin.

with our deepest love, Janie and Craig Jacobs

Brett's family and friends,

May you find comfort and peace in fond memories of Brett and accept our condolences during this time.



Lisa Shalin & Brian Berns

I met Brett in Junior high and remained friends with him during high school. When Brett comes to mind I think of how sweet, caring, and funny he was. He always made people smile, and that is a great memory people will never forget. I am so sorry for your loss, but Brett will always remain in our hearts.

From goofing off at the Mall, to an amazing 4th of July, I will always remember and cherish such a good friend he was.He was truly an amazing person, and I will never forget him.

I am so sorry for your loss. Brett and my son, Bryan, were friends and Brett was at my house often. He was such a nice boy. I know that words cannot comfort you at this time, but I hope that knowing how much he was loved and respected by others will help you in this time of grief.

Marcie-

I'm so very sorry to hear of the loss of your son. I just wanted you to know that I was thinking of you and your family at this difficult time.

I remember when Brett was born and I saw him in your Church St. apt. Then I met him at a Northbrook baseball game years later.

You have my deepest sympathy for your loss. My prayers are with you-

I am so sorry to hear about Brett. He and I only spent one semester together (I was his English teacher first semester of his junior year), but I enjoyed his time in my class. He was bright. I know that this is a very difficult time for you, but I hope you know that Brett was liked and respected. This is a terrible loss, and my prayers are with you.



Judy Merola

English Teacher

Stevenson High School