Bryan was such a wonderful man. His passion for life and sports was inspirational. He cared for everyone! He always made sure I was in good hands for anything I needed. He was always there for me and mother. I could go on and on about how great of a man, friend and husband he was. He will be truly missed and I will never forget him and his passion for sports.

I remembered working a high school basketball game with Brian during my first year, I was nervous, but Brian made me feel at ease and confident with his mentoring. Hearing the news about his passing was heartbreaking for me. God knows why his calling was quick, but for me his memory will forever last. May the Almighty soothe the pain of his passing for his wife and family. REST IN PERFECT PEACE, MY DEAR MENTOR !

I was so sad after hearing of Bryan's passing after only seeing him a few weeks before at his home. Bryan was very special to me as a fellow referee, umpire and friend. As the assigner for the SFV baseball and softball unit, his goal was to be fair to everyone and more specifically, without harboring animosity toward anyone. He was a consummate professional. We got to know each other even better when we worked a few days on that Gridiron Gang movie. I will always remember Bryan's concern and love for his sister too and his ardent support for her medical issues. My heart, condolences and best wishes go to Michelle, his family and to everyone who knew Bryan's great humanity. I will miss Bryan dearly.

My FRIEND Bryan, your passing has left us all with heavy hearts, but your legacy and great spirit will live on forever. GOD called you home in my opinion "way too soon", but we know that he makes no mistakes. Thank you for touching many of us with your true friendship. Until we meet again in that Sports Arena in the sky, GOD bless you...

Brian was my process server, fellow official, and friend. He was a good man. I remember the time he was umping a play off game at Kennedy High School and he took the time out to say Hi to my young son who was in awe that an ump said Hi to him. That day will always stay in my heart.
Brian worked hard and always filed my documents when they needed to be done and served people when they needed to be served. When I gave an assignment to Brian, I know that it was handled.
On a personal note, I remember the time I went to Arizona and was on the field for the ASu vs. Washington State and then Philadelphia vs. Cardinals. What a thrill for me. My family's prayers are with you and Michelle at this time. God Bless you my friend.

Brian was my process server, fellow official, and friend. He was a good man. I remember the time he was umping a play off game at Kennedy High School and he took the time out to say Hi to my young son who was in awe that an ump said Hi to him. That day will always stay in my heart.
Brian worked hard and always filed my documents when they needed to be done and served people when they needed to be served. When I gave an assignment to Brian, I know that it was handled.
On a personal note, I remember the time I went to Arizona and was on the field for the ASu vs. Washington State and then Philadelphia vs. Cardinals. What a thrill for me. My family's prayers are with you and Michelle at this time. God Bless you my friend.

Brian
You wi be missed!

Brian, you a pleasure to do business with and always a fair assigner.
You were dry approachable on discussion on how rules were applied.
Thank you my friend.-- Pat Kanan

We all were truly blessed to have Bryan Rodgers in our lives. He loved Michelle, his family and of course all his many friends. I had the best of times officiating, going to our numerous sporting events, bbq's, parties. Wow we had so much fun !! I miss him so much as I'm crying writing this. Yes Bryan did it his way that's for sure. I was so honored to have been his best man. I was so fortunate to have Bryan in my life. God Bless you my dearest friend !! Thanks Dwayne for letting us post our feelings !!
"Hookster"

I remember Bryan from way back when we went for drinks after working summer league games. He would always take the time to ask how my wife and son were doing after meeting them when they came to watch me play at Granada Rec when my son was just a toddler in a stroller. All the way back to an old San Fernando Valley Alumni hoop tournament where we played against each other I always liked Bryan. You will be sorely missed for your smile and giving nature. Rest peacefully.

I also pledge my game checks from this Friday and Saturday to Bryan's fund. It's a small thing I can do for someone that did a lot for others during his days with us. Thanks again for staying true to yourself. May God Bless your wife and family in their time of need.

Great man. What more can be said. Words don't express enough about him. Never a bad word to say about him nor were they uttered by him. Total class.

We are sadden to hear that Bryan, a great human being, has passed on. You will be missed! 
Henry and Melanie Bernard

I officiated many games with Bryan, an very good official. He was always willing to go out of his way to help you improve your game. He will be truly miss. My deepest sympathy to his wife and famiy.

"Those we love don't go away. They walk beside us everyday". Bryan may you rest in peace.

Bryan was always good to me and looked after me. A great guy, superb assigner and friend. You will be truly missed. Looking forward to the next late night call or text for last minute games. R.I.P.

"The measure of a man is his involvement and love for others, and truly Bryan was respected by all of his friends, fellow umpires, coaches and family. To be involved in helping guide our youth with his umpiring skills demonstrates his love for his fellow man. My prayers to the family in this time of reflection."

It was a pleasure to have known Bryan as a fellow basketball official in the San Fernando Valley Basketball Unit. Bryan and I worked many basketball games together. It was easy to work with him and we had a good time. I first met Bryan when I became the Secretary-Treasurer of the San Fernando Valley Unit. He will be missed all those who knew him.

When I think of easygoing and just someone who always took a moment out of his time to make his way over and say "hey" whenever I saw him (usually thru the world of stripes), it was Bryan. From reading these other posts, he obviously made an enormous impact on the lives of others, and my grandfather always told me that's how you measure the value of a human being. Always a good guy from the experiences I had with him, so my condolences go to all those affected. . .

On behalf of Liga Latina Unida, thank you for working with us since our league was established back in 1995.
Bryan was a good man, when I showed interest in becoming an official, he offered up his time to mentor me without being asked, that was much appreciated. You will be missed, God Bless.

We have always enjoyed our association with Bryan. It was fun conversing with him about his Dodgers, Lakers and Cardinals. His passion for his teams and knowledge of the games made it a pleasure. We will miss the friendly banter after Lakers/Jazz games. It has been our fortune to know and associate with he and Michelle!  We wish peace to all in this heartbreaking time.

Jon and Laurie Slater and family

Brian is going to be missed by all sports figures and friends. Here was a man of superlatively high standards, complete integrity, and boundless enthusiasm for whatever task he took in hand. No one, whose privilege it was to know him, is likely to forget the candor of his speech, the courage of his faith, the warm and glowing brightness of his friendship. He never dodged a responsibility, never refused to take on a hard job if it needed to be done. He was an asset to sports officiating. What he preached, he practiced. What he believed, he believed with heart and soul. He fought hard for every cause to make all officials better. The causes for which he fought were good and right. Rest in Peace my Friend.

I can't believe this has happened. I will never see that goofy Bryan grin again. I will never work another game with you......
You were my bodyguard at all those basketball and volleyball meetings. Remember how everyone always thought we were an item? Everyone would always ask me, "Hey where's Bryan". We would sit in the back of class and always saved a seat for each other. So funny all those 28 years. You kept me going when I wanted to give up. "Boys to Men" will always remind me of you and I can never see another baseball or hockey game without shedding a tear. So blessed to have known you. Rest in Peace my dear friend, you are now in the presence of our Lord and Savior. Hopefully he will allow you to watch over us from heaven and help us stay safe from harm. My bodyguard from heaven, that is where you are now my blessed friend. Please be there to greet me when it will be my time to come home............
THANK YOU DWAYNE !!!! Michelle, Andrea, Cathy and Dave, Aunt Betty and even Aunt Jane.. my prayers are with you all. Help us to mottle through this most difficult time in our lives. I love you all.

Best ball and strike umpire I ever worked with. You were a great guy and a true friend, no one had a bigger heart than you did. A life well lived, but much too briefly. Your pain is now over. You will be forever missed my good friend. See you at the TGIF in the sky, R.I.P.