Condolences to the family and friends of Dr. Eric Brevard,DC of Longview
I just learned of the tragic death of Dr. Eric Brevard , a fellow Chiropractic doctor in Longview. Apparently, Dr. Brevard was killed in a motor vehicle accident on Friday , 15 June 2007, as he was on his way to see his son at the George W. Pirtle Scout Reservation on Lake Murvaul in Panola County. I never had the honor of meeting the gentleman nor knowing him, but from what I understand, prior to becoming a doctor, he had been a policeman and a fireman, and apparently, was a leader in the local Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints to the end.
I and the entire staff of BAKER CHIROPRACTIC, PA send our most heartfelt condolences out to the family and friends of Dr. Brevard, and pray that God grants them peace in this time of loss.
I notice in the article online about his passing that a friend of his said he always put his family first. And, it is clear from his work choices, that he spent his adult years in service to his community, as a policeman, fireman, and doctor. I know Dr. Brevard will be sorely missed by his family, friends, and patients.
This does, as all unexpected deaths, bring to mind each of our own mortality. Each time we get on the road, we run the risk of losing our lives. The second thing it brings to mind is how each of us will be remembered. Each day, we build a legacy of how we will be remembered. Were we kind to strangers, were we honest in our business dealings with others, did we treat each person we met, friends and strangers alike, with kindness and respect?
The memory we leave is not something we create after we die, but while we live. Dr. Brevard's untimely death should remind us that we do not live as islands, adrift in a sea of strangers, but we live lives that can make a positive change in the lives of not only each person we meet, but also, of generations to come.
In the occupations that Dr. Brevard worked in, as a policeman, fireman, and doctor, each day he had the possibility that he could save a life or at least, make that person's life better. And, if he saved the life of someone who went on to have children, his one act of intervention could send a ripple that reverberated through time.
Whether we are in a position to save a life, or just give an honest , sincere, warm smile to a stranger, we can make a positive difference in this world.
For more information on Dr. Brevard's accident, please refer to this article online
http://www.news-journal.com/news/content/news/stories/06192007_Wreck.html .
Services apparently are set for Wednesday of this week.
Dr. Brevard's practice and phone number was :
Eric Brevard, DC 1304 Reel Road Longview, TX 75605 (903) 247-2225
Here is the obituary found online
"Obituaries
Dr. Eric Lorne Brevard
Dr. Eric Lorne Brevard passed away on Friday, June 15, 2007, as the result of an automobile accident. He was born April 1, 1964, in Texarkana, Texas, to Herbert and Elaine Brown Brevard.
He was a very active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Longview, where he served as first counselor in the Longview 2nd Ward Bishopric. He was a true believer and follower in Christ and in his teachings and served a two-year mission in Chile preaching the word of God.
He was a partner in the Spinal Decompression Clinic of Texas in Longview and a practicing chiropractor. He graduated from Pine Tree High School in 1982, where he was active in the Bucs and band, where he played the tuba. A graduate of Kilgore College and Parker Chiropractic College, he was a former member of the Longview Police Department, the Longview Fire Department and was a paramedic. He attained the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. He remained an active leader in Boy Scouts. He was also a bridge to the Hispanic community.
Dr. Brevard is survived by his wife, Lori Wilson Brevard; daughter, Erica Brevard; and sons, Parker and Hunter Brevard. He is also survived by his parents; brother, Brent Brevard and wife, Patti; sister, Stephanie Brevard Leuschner and husband, Jeff; parents-in-law, Leon and Betty Wilson; as well as numerous loving cousins, nieces and nephews, and in- laws.
He had an amazing personality with a "go get it" attitude. Many people looked up to him as a role model and took his advice and opinion on many things. He was very loved and loved many people in return.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 19, 2007, at the chapel of Rader Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 20, 2007, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Blueridge Parkway in Longview. Burial will follow in Langley Cemetery in Beckville.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the Brevard Children College Fund, c/o East Texas Professional Credit Union, 3801 Gilmer Rd., Longview, TX 75604, or 409 E. Loop 281, Longview, TX 75605.
A memorial guestbook may be signed online at http://www.raderfh.com/ "
Dr. Eric Brevard, rest in peace.
I and the entire staff of BAKER CHIROPRACTIC, PA send our most heartfelt condolences out to the family and friends of Dr. Brevard, and pray that God grants them peace in this time of loss.
I notice in the article online about his passing that a friend of his said he always put his family first. And, it is clear from his work choices, that he spent his adult years in service to his community, as a policeman, fireman, and doctor. I know Dr. Brevard will be sorely missed by his family, friends, and patients.
This does, as all unexpected deaths, bring to mind each of our own mortality. Each time we get on the road, we run the risk of losing our lives. The second thing it brings to mind is how each of us will be remembered. Each day, we build a legacy of how we will be remembered. Were we kind to strangers, were we honest in our business dealings with others, did we treat each person we met, friends and strangers alike, with kindness and respect?
The memory we leave is not something we create after we die, but while we live. Dr. Brevard's untimely death should remind us that we do not live as islands, adrift in a sea of strangers, but we live lives that can make a positive change in the lives of not only each person we meet, but also, of generations to come.
In the occupations that Dr. Brevard worked in, as a policeman, fireman, and doctor, each day he had the possibility that he could save a life or at least, make that person's life better. And, if he saved the life of someone who went on to have children, his one act of intervention could send a ripple that reverberated through time.
Whether we are in a position to save a life, or just give an honest , sincere, warm smile to a stranger, we can make a positive difference in this world.
For more information on Dr. Brevard's accident, please refer to this article online
http://www.news-journal.com/news/content/news/stories/06192007_Wreck.html .
Services apparently are set for Wednesday of this week.
Dr. Brevard's practice and phone number was :
Eric Brevard, DC 1304 Reel Road Longview, TX 75605 (903) 247-2225
Here is the obituary found online
"Obituaries
Dr. Eric Lorne Brevard
Dr. Eric Lorne Brevard passed away on Friday, June 15, 2007, as the result of an automobile accident. He was born April 1, 1964, in Texarkana, Texas, to Herbert and Elaine Brown Brevard.
He was a very active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Longview, where he served as first counselor in the Longview 2nd Ward Bishopric. He was a true believer and follower in Christ and in his teachings and served a two-year mission in Chile preaching the word of God.
He was a partner in the Spinal Decompression Clinic of Texas in Longview and a practicing chiropractor. He graduated from Pine Tree High School in 1982, where he was active in the Bucs and band, where he played the tuba. A graduate of Kilgore College and Parker Chiropractic College, he was a former member of the Longview Police Department, the Longview Fire Department and was a paramedic. He attained the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. He remained an active leader in Boy Scouts. He was also a bridge to the Hispanic community.
Dr. Brevard is survived by his wife, Lori Wilson Brevard; daughter, Erica Brevard; and sons, Parker and Hunter Brevard. He is also survived by his parents; brother, Brent Brevard and wife, Patti; sister, Stephanie Brevard Leuschner and husband, Jeff; parents-in-law, Leon and Betty Wilson; as well as numerous loving cousins, nieces and nephews, and in- laws.
He had an amazing personality with a "go get it" attitude. Many people looked up to him as a role model and took his advice and opinion on many things. He was very loved and loved many people in return.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 19, 2007, at the chapel of Rader Funeral Home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 20, 2007, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Blueridge Parkway in Longview. Burial will follow in Langley Cemetery in Beckville.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the Brevard Children College Fund, c/o East Texas Professional Credit Union, 3801 Gilmer Rd., Longview, TX 75604, or 409 E. Loop 281, Longview, TX 75605.
A memorial guestbook may be signed online at http://www.raderfh.com/ "
Dr. Eric Brevard, rest in peace.
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