"I remember moving to Fairmount and Tim having two special friends, Hoot and Wong. Every time I saw Brian I immediately thought Of the old nickname. He was such a kind kind man and always spoke and smiled. I will be praying. May God wrap his arms around the family and they will know he is taking care of Brian. Karen Mathews Cogdell."
In loving memory of
Brian Whitehead
October 16, 1956 - June 16, 2020
Brian Whitehead, 63, passed away at his Fairmount home with his family by his side on Tuesday, June 16, 2020. Brian was born on October 16, 1956, in Elwood, to the late Robert Whitehead and Marilyn Whitehead, who survives in Fairmount. He graduated from Madison-Grant High School, class of 1975. Brian worked as a union heavy equipment operator for IUOE Local 103 for many years, and later worked as a crane instructor from 2008until his retirement. On January 28, 1984, he married Susan Crosby. Together, they had two children, Carly and Blake. Brian was a fishing enthusiast. If he wasnt at work, many times you could find him fishing. He loved to travel and his favorite vacation spot was St. Thomas. While he loved to fish and travel, nothing meant more to him than spending time with his family. He loved being with his grandchildren, who always called him Pa. He will be missed greatly by all of them.
Brian is survived by his wife of 36 years, Susan, Fairmount; daughter, Carly (Aaron) Vogel, Marion; son Blake (fiance Ashley) Whitehead, Fairmount; grandchildren, Beckett, Nolan, and Adeline Vogel, Marion; and brother, Jeremy (Angie) Whitehead, GA.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert; sister, Lori Monroe; and grandparents, Walter and Hazel Maley, and Glen and Mae Whitehead.
Arrangements for Brian have been entrusted to the Fairmount Chapel of Armes-Hunt Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 415 South Main Street, where private services will be held.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Indianapolis, in Brians memory. Online memories and condolences may be shared at www.armeshuntfuneralhome.com.
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"So sorry for your loss. I went to school with Brian, great kid then. Feeling sad even though it's been so many years ago that we were in school."
"Dear Susan, I was so sad to read about Brian. Death is truly our worst enemy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family."
"our sympathy to Brian,s familyI coached Brian in little league Fox Bros. Team we certainly had some great memories."
"Susan, Its hard to find the words. Brian was such an amazing presence and Bruce and I were devastated to hear the news. He never failed to make my days at work a joy. I can hear him laughing now all the way down the hall. Absolutely devoted to his work and family. One of the best people Ive ever had the good fortune to know. My heart goes out to you Blake and Carly and I pray well all see him again."
"So sorry for your loss Susan. Sending prayers for the family."
"Susan, Carly, and Blake, I was so sorry to read about Brian. My thoughts and prayers are with you all including those precious grandchildren.Dixi Fischer Conner"
"Oh, Susie, my heart aches for you and your family! Brian was a great guy. We all loved him. My prayers for you "
"I will always remember all the fun times with your family. Ball games, girl Scouts, spice girls, and Brian telling us now girls...calm down. I'll never forget the day I got uninvited from family dinners (not seriously) for accidentally laughing until milk came out my nose on Brian. Till the day I left for college He asked me jokingly "you're not coming for dinner are you," anytime we crossed paths. He was one of the greatest, gentlest, and most loving men I ever had pleasure to walk in the footsteps of. I am truly so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you all."
"He Was Such A Great Man Rip Will Miss U Very Much"
"My heart goes out to your entire family at this time. Ive always thought highly of Brian- a great husband and father and of course was always up for some fun. Hugs, love and prayers to you all!"
"Susan, so very sorry to hear about Brian. Prayers for you and your family "
"So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Eric and Jenny Treon. ( Jim's Tackle Shop) "
"Susan we are so sorry for yours and your family's loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time."
"RIP my friend! I will always cherish our friendship. to the family."
"Susan, i am so sorry to here about Brian. Prayers for you and your family during this difficult time."
"Such a great man. I was blessed to have gotten to know him and learn from him."