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Brian Price, loving husband, father, and adoring grandad was 76, born on May 20, 1939 in London England and passed away suddenly on July 4, 2015 at his home in Madison, CT.  The pain of his passing is immense, but we will honor him and his memory in all the days of our lives.

His Obituary was published by Shoreline Newspapers (Guilford Courier) on July 21, 2015


Brian Price, age 76, born May 20, 1939, in London, England, passed away suddenly on July 4 at his home in Madison.

He was the loving husband of Sylvia A.V. Price; the father of Adrian Price of Guilford and Richard Price of Madison; and the adoring grandad to Spencer, Alexandra, Austin, and Simon,

Adrian wrote, “My dad was everything to me. Just to see him round the corner brought a smile that I couldn’t hide. He would ask me how the kids were and greet them with the biggest/strongest hugs and lots of kisses. He truly loved to be with us and to hear all the stories of the day. He was the most caring, genuine, sweet, kind, and loving man I will ever know. I’m so glad my kids had the best grandad ever. Spencer and Alex will forever have wonderful memories of my dad helping them with the simplest of things to learning how to drive.

“He has taught me so much about love and patience and how to be in the moment and enjoy the company of others around me, but most importantly forgiveness. He has guided me with steady hand and grace throughout my life and the lives of my children. He taught me that family is the only thing that matters, not only through words, but his actions. As long as I’ve known him, he has been loved by all who have met or known him.

“I’m not sure how I will carry on without my dad, but I do know that I have a mother and children who need me to be strong and carry on his memory and deeds. I’m not sure I could ever live up to his legacy, but from this day forward, I am going to do everything I can to honor him in that way. I will never let your memory fade Dad. I love you so much and I’m in so much pain, but I’m so lucky to have had you in my life and need to carry your torch forward.”

Brian was a highly skilled toolmaker who worked primarily in research and development for many years on numerous very well-known products for major corporations. His ongoing relationship with Charlie Andrade at Precision Machine Products in Westbrook over his entire career was his joy in work. He loved being there as much as they loved having him. It kept his mind young in this stimulating environment with many wonderful stories to share. The pain of his passing is immense, but we will honor him and his memory in all the days of our lives.

A beautiful private memorial was held by his family and many close friends. Brian will be returned to England, and the mountains of Wales, his true and forever home.


July 4, 2023
July 4, 2023
8 years now! Where does the time go? Your legacy of love, acceptance, and loyalty are the tenets we hang on to as a family! Thinking about how much you have missed hurts. I know that you are carrying on through me and your grandchildren! We all love you! Rest easy on that mountain dad! ❤️
July 4, 2023
July 4, 2023
Grandad... Thinking of you, my life has had many ups and downs since you've been gone, a lot of triumphs and a lot of challenges, especially lately, but every time I face an obstacle or a hardship I hear your voice in my ear "We do the best we can". Those words have always stuck with me and your wisdom guides me in every step to this very day. Thank you for guiding me.
July 4, 2022
July 4, 2022
7 Years today……..I wonder what you would think or say with every event or situation that comes up no matter how big or small, serious or not. Just to know your thoughts instead of speculating. Jolene always says to me “what would your dad think” or “I can hear your dad laughing about that”. Those moments mean the world……..❤️
July 4, 2021
July 4, 2021
Six years have gone since your passing, not a moment goes by where I don't think of you and your gracious presence. Your family misses you every day, we love you Grandad.
July 4, 2020
July 4, 2020
To my Grandad, who taught me to always do the best we can. It's been five years since you left this world and but you never left my heart or my memories. I'll always miss your voice and your embrace. Rwy'n Dy Garu Di!
May 20, 2020
May 20, 2020
.....and here it is, another year gone by. A year I'm so glad you didn't have to see or endure dad. This Pandemic has ruined so many lives and changed our world again, forever. I'm convinced you lived the best years this world had to offer. I love you and miss you as much today as the day you left. Your loving son, Adrian
May 20, 2019
May 20, 2019
Today is your Birthday, it's been particularly hard today. Not sure why, but the void is painful. I wanted to call you, I wanted to just speak to you about anything, nothing, the weather. just to hear your voice, just to say...I miss you! And I love you.
June 17, 2018
June 17, 2018
It’s Father’s Day today Dad. I try every day to remember a phrase, or mannerism, or a certain look or smile you would always give us. Trying so hard to remember all the small joys you provided to not just me, but everyone you touched. I have your toolboxes with me. It brings me comfort just to open the drawers and see what you saw. Just wanting to hang on to everything you meant. Because you meant the world! I love you dad. Happy Father’s Day!
May 20, 2018
May 20, 2018
Happy Birthday Dad! You would be 79 today. Alexandra and I have been seeing and feeling signs of you all month. Cardinals, Hurricane Smith on the Radio, and so many feelings that you are right there by our sides. We take comfort and smile with each other when we share these little experiences with each other. But nothing will ever take the place of you being in this physical world with us. Your smile, your hugs, your ways of finding humour in every situation. It was YOU dad that I looked for all the good in. and you always delivered. <3
July 4, 2016
July 4, 2016
I always remember Brian as a great man that always has a moment to listen and time to share his life with me.Hard to find friends like him.He always will be missed.
July 4, 2016
July 4, 2016
Dad, it's been one year without your voice, your smile, your steady hand, and your heartwarming hugs. I miss you more every day that goes by, but i think of you in just about everything going on in my daily life. I lived each day of this past year in fear that your memory would fade. Nothing could be further from the truth. I know you are right here by my side, always! I Love You Dad!
May 20, 2016
May 20, 2016
Am thinking of Sylvia today please try and build some bridges x
April 27, 2016
April 27, 2016
It's 4:54am and have been unable to sleep. I just received an email from Father Michael at St. Gwynno Church. we are working on the details of our trip in August to bring you "Home" to Wales. Harvey and Aileen will Join us along with Stan and Elaine. Working on a few others too! There isn't a day that goes by Dad that I'm not thinking about you. Everyone tells me you are with me all the time. I choose to believe that as I can't imagine life any other way.
December 8, 2015
December 8, 2015
There's not a single day that goes by where I don't think of my Granddad. He taught me everything, from playing chess to driving a car. I would talk to him every weekend. He was charming, a true gentleman. I loved the smell of his cigars every time I'd see him. He was more than a grandfather, he was my best friend. Wishing I could hear your laugh one last time, and see your smiling face.
December 8, 2015
December 8, 2015
I had the great pleasure of working with Brian since 1998 when I first met him. There will never be another Brian , the nicest gentleman you would ever meet. We had a special bond, both being born and immigrating from England, I miss him , as do all the guys at QES
August 4, 2015
August 4, 2015
One month to this day and it still doesn't feel real. I miss you every single day dad. I open my eyes each morning with that one minute of thinking that all is well and you are just down the road planning to pop in........and then reality sets in just as quickly that i will never see your smiling face again. Never see you look at me again with your cheerful grin.........and never watch you hug and kiss your grandchildren. I know everyone says I have my memories.....and this is true.......but the pain of missing you is still too strong to enjoy those just yet. I love you dad.
July 25, 2015
July 25, 2015
We only had the opportunity to meet Brian twice before his passing. The 1st time was at Guilford Mooring where he christened me with a pint of Guinness on my lap. The 2nd time was at Montowese, while Adrian was recuperating. Both times he was a gentleman and full of life. Only wish we met him earlier. Rest in Peace.
July 12, 2015
July 12, 2015
I met Brian a few times. The most recent was at Adrian's 50th Birthday Party. He said hello,had a few laughs and went on to the next table! What a wonderful man.
July 10, 2015
July 10, 2015
When I lived in Connecticut up until 1981, I was a frequent visitor at the Price home. I was always greeted by Mr. P with "How the 'ell are you"? Always laughing, never in foul mood. I remember that gadget he bought the flip you upside down to relieve pressure on the back. I remember hearing about his trade as a tool & die maker. Hearing of his passing was a shock to me. I thought with the longevity of his parents that he'd be around much longer. I am so sad for Mrs. P, Adrian and his family. I wished you could have met my wife and children Mr. P.
July 10, 2015
July 10, 2015
On Brian and Sylvia's visits to the UK Brian loved to go to our local bakery and always came back with crusty bread, sausage rolls, pies and quite a few cakes!
Also, when Adrian came to stay too, there were breakfast fry-ups at the Windmill Cafe which they both loved.
It was always a pleasure to have Brian to stay and John and I will miss our telephone chats. Brian will always be remembered with love.
July 10, 2015
July 10, 2015
I have many memories of Brian, with Sylvia probably too many to mention here. My extra special memories are of Brian with Sylvia stepping in when I was seriously unwell while living in the USA. They collected me and took me into their home like a daughter. They looked after me and joined me in every occasion. I remember when my health had improved and I was recovering Brian handing me the keys of the Trans Am. I used it to get around. They became to me my adopted mum and dad in the USA as my own parents were far away in Ireland.
All visits to them were special, watching TV their cat would jump up on my lap and Brian and Sylvia always made sure I was OK with their beautiful dog, as I'm not a great dog person and his bark made me nervous (he was a softie really, but I was a scaredy-cat).
We would talk about England and the pros and cons of both countries. It was great meeting up with them in Surrey years later, Spencer was just a toddler. It was always on my to-do list to visit them and only a month ago I had mentioned visiting them to my mother, who went to school with Sylvia. That visit when it comes around will have a huge gap in it, with Brian gone. I was stunned to hear of his passing and hoped it was untrue, like when you don't want to hear something you don't like.
Rest in peace my adopted USA Dad, love you and so sorry I never got to see you recently. I treasure the memories I have
Ingrid xxx

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July 4, 2023
July 4, 2023
8 years now! Where does the time go? Your legacy of love, acceptance, and loyalty are the tenets we hang on to as a family! Thinking about how much you have missed hurts. I know that you are carrying on through me and your grandchildren! We all love you! Rest easy on that mountain dad! ❤️
July 4, 2023
July 4, 2023
Grandad... Thinking of you, my life has had many ups and downs since you've been gone, a lot of triumphs and a lot of challenges, especially lately, but every time I face an obstacle or a hardship I hear your voice in my ear "We do the best we can". Those words have always stuck with me and your wisdom guides me in every step to this very day. Thank you for guiding me.
July 4, 2022
July 4, 2022
7 Years today……..I wonder what you would think or say with every event or situation that comes up no matter how big or small, serious or not. Just to know your thoughts instead of speculating. Jolene always says to me “what would your dad think” or “I can hear your dad laughing about that”. Those moments mean the world……..❤️
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Bore Da

May 20, 2021
Means Good Morning in Welsh, It came to me automatically this morning as I think about Dad on this, his 82nd Birthday.  
His smile lit up a room, his warmth of spirit, and genuine interest in you could never be mistaken or taken for granted.
Love you dad!  

remembering Brian

July 4, 2019

Brian always with his smile and a particular way of answer when his name was called.He answer very loud " Whaaaat"  and of course the laught right after.

A morning at work

July 22, 2015
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This  short clip  was taken  one morning  after  me  (Hiram ) and Brian  were  having a short  conversation  about  the new  Cell phones  video  quality .Brian  always  was  all ears  for new  tec  toys. So I told him  lets  prove it,  you will  the

actor . We have a good  laught right after  viewing the little video  clip.

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