Obituaries
Robb S Brissey
03/08/2010
Robb S. Brissey, 40, of Dayton, Ohio, formerly of Dubuque, died Monday, March 8, 2010, at Hospice of Dayton, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 13, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 1755 Delhi St., Dubuque. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery, Dubuque. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday, March 12, at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2659 Kennedy Road, Dubuque. Friends also may call from 8:45 to 9:45 a.m. Saturday at the church.
He was born on April 20, 1969, in Freeport, Ill., son of Robert and Juanita (Hackney) Brissey. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1987 and Iowa State University in 1992.
He married DeShannon Leege on March 30, 1996, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.
When living in Dubuque, Robb was a managing broker for Brissey Realty. He also was an active member of the Dubuque Board of Realtors. He was a former member of the Dubuque Jaycees, Dubuque Kiwanis Club and Thunder Hills Golf and Country Club.
Robb enjoyed golfing, riding his Harley-Davidson with his family, and four-wheeling with his friends.
Surviving are his wife, DeShannon Brissey, of Dayton, Ohio; parents, Bob and Juanita Brissey, of Dubuque; a brother, Brad (Lisa) Brissey, and their children, Ashlyn and Amanda, all of Dubuque; his maternal grandmother, Tiny G. Hackney; his paternal grandmother, Clara Brissey Moore; his mother-in-law, Ginger Andrews; and brothers-in-law, Shawn (Ashleigh) Leege, and their daughter, Brooklynn, Joel (Christie) Leege, and their daughters, Ava, Greta and Vivian, Josh Leege, and Justin Leege.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Lindsey D. Hackney; paternal grandfather, Everett Brissey; and father-in-law, Verl Leege.
In lieu of flowers, a Robb Brissey Memorial Fund has been established.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com.
Memorial Messages
Message from: Karen & Doug Loney
DeShannon,
Doug & I are so sorry for your loss. We enjoyed all the times that we spent with you and Robb. He was truely one of a kind and one of the kindest, funniest men that I knew. But I know that he is now at heavens gate and no longer suffering in any way. I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers. God bless and keep you. Karen & Doug Loney
Message from: Ann and Rick Decker
To Robb's Family,
You have our heartfelt sympathy and prayers during this difficult time. Robb was truly a wonderful, generous, kind, and funny guy. His smile will never be forgotten. He will be missed. I will keep you in my prayers. God Bless. Ann and Rick Decker
Message from: Lori Koberg
E-mail Address: lorikoberg1@mchsi.com
Just wanted to let you know how much Robb will be missed. He was such a caring, warm hearted, generous person and a great friend to us all! He had that infectious smile and great sense of humor. Our class reunions will not be the same without him! DeShannon, my thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. Lori (Hash) Koberg
Message from: Rick Gail
DeShannon:
I am so sorry. I will continue to pray for you and your family members as you go through this time of grief and loss. Praise God that Robb knew of Christ's love and forgiveness. It does not remove the hurt and loss but it gives hope in time like these!
Love You,
Rick and Jan Gail
Message from: Jennifer McElroy
DeShannon,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We hope that the many joyful memories you have give you strength and that the knowledge that we are here whenever you need us gives you some comfort.
All of our love,
Matt and Jenny McElroy
Message from: Heather Johll
E-mail Address: heathermjj@yahoo.com
DeShannon ~
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know Robb is the love of your life and I can't imagine the pain and the fear of what is next.
All of us love you and all of us love Robb. Know that no matter what direction you turn, our arms will be there to catch you and to hug you.
Love,
Heather Johll
Message from: Danette Brooks
DeShannon,
I'm so sorry for your huge loss. Words can't even express how difficult this must be for you right now. I'm praying for God's grace to endure each day. Praise God for the hope we have in Him, knowing you will see Robb again.
Blessings to you and the entire family,
Danette
Message from: Tony & Kathy Daugherty
Dear DeShannon,
Tony and I wanted you to know that we are very sorry for your great loss. Our prayers and heartfelt sympathy are with you during this time of sorrow. We pray the Lord will give you strength during this very difficult time and that you will be able to draw strength from the Lord. We will continue to pray for you and Robb's family.
Tony & Kathy Daugherty
Message from: Karla Schaefer
E-mail Address: schaeferk@waldorf.edu
Dear DeShannon,
I am so sorry for your loss. I unfortunately never got the opportunity to meet Robb but it sounds like he was a wonderful person. Please know you're in my thoughts and prayers for many days to come. I just couldn't imagine losing my husband...it was tough enough losing Greg. We'll both continue to pray for a cure for this UGLY thing called cancer! I'm not able to be there for the funeral even though I wish I could be...just know I'll be thinking about you. Lots of love and hugs to you. Love, Karla & Scott
Message from: Mike & Pam Siech
DeShannon
Pam & I are sorry for your loss. We will keep praying for you and your family. May God bless you. Mike & Pam Siech
Message from: Doug and Dawn Lansing
DeShannon,
Dawn and I want to send you our heartfelt sympathy; we were deeply saddened to hear of Robb's passing. We both recall how he made us feel so comfortable to be around him when he would come with you to Clermont for various functions. He was always quick with a smile, a joke or a laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Doug and Dawn Lansing
Message from: Marcella Drummond and Megan Badger
DeShannon,
We are so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and keep you strong as he guides you through this difficult time.
Message from: Francine Sothen
Dear DeShannon and family,
Words cannot heal the pain of losing someone so dear. May God give you the strength to overcome the pain. Wishing you comfort in friendship and hope in prayer. Deepest Sympathy.
Message from: Mark and Marcia Wilson
E-mail Address: mamaw60@att.net
Dearest DeSahnnon,
We send to you and Mr. and Mrs. Brissey are love and prayers. We pray that God will comfort you all at this time. Robb will sooooo be missed. He was a super person and always had a smile as big and bright as the world! Know he is up in heaven and will always be by your side watching and guiding you. Our family prays for your loss. We love you!!
Love,
Mark and Marcia Wilson
and family
Message from: Tammy Witt
E-mail Address: tammy_witt@mercmarine.com
DeShannon:
I was so devastated to hear of your loss. Please know that Willie and I are thinking and praying for you during this time. Your relationship was always an inspiration to me, your love was truly genuine. May we all hope to have a life of everlasting, true, genuine love like yours and Robb's.
Message from: Paul Cordes
My prayers are with everyone in the Brissey family. You have the BEST family you can hope for. I love you all.
Paul
Message from: Linda & Tim Booth
E-mail Address: tbooth@cinci.rr.com
We must remember that Gods healings always come but maybe not the way we want them. It is hard to keep in mind that Gods WILL....will be done always the way that is best for those we love. The Bible says rejoice in a death of someone that is going to be with the Lord, but knowing that does not make it easier to except. God made the love in our hearts so strong so that we can cherish all the memories we have for all those we love and have known. Your faith is strong and so is your heart and that is what will bring you together with Robb again. I love you girl.
Message from: Mary Ruroden
E-mail Address: maranroo@hotmail.com
DeShannon-
My thoughts and prayers are with during this difficult time .Take time and reflect of all the memories you have together to help you thru this and let you know I'm here if you need someone to talk to .Take care Mary
Message from: Rick and Wendy Felderman
E-mail Address: wmfeld@cesco.com
DeShannon,
We have you and Robb in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless!
Message from: Steve Cremer
How can it be? One of the most fun-loving, full-of-life people I know is no longer with us. It cant be real. To lose Robb as a friend is so sad. To lose him as a brother, son and husband is beyond comprehension. I am so sorry.
Steve
Message from: John and Jody Van Duyn
DeShannon, Bob, Juanita and family-Our hearts are full of overwhelming sadness for the loss of Robb. Jody and I can't imagine how you are all feeling at this time. Do know that your friends and family are there to help you through this very difficult time. Be gentle on yourselves and allow time to grieve.
John and Jody Van Duyn
Message from: Karen Tupper
DeShannon, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. You have my deepest sympathy and my thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Message from: Jim Handke
Robb's Family
Robb was a great guy, outstanding athlete and student, and will be missed. I am sorry for your loss. I will always remember him from Dubuque Senior High School.
Message from: Sheila Leach
DeShannon,
First and formost you know you will see your best friend again, and we know how important that is. God is a God of love and he loves you very much and he is going to be with you every step of the way. Even though it is not easy, you are a strong person and you have alot of people in Iowa and Dayton that love you and pray for you everyday. You have been a blessing in my life and I am very thankful for that.
Please know that I am here for you.
Lots of Love
Message from: Stephanie Griffin
DeShannon,
My thoughts are with you, and I wish I could make everything better for you.
I know you have faith to get you through this very difficult time.
I am very sorry for the loss of your best friend, but in your heart he is always with you.
Please take comfort in knowing he is in the place we are all trying to get to.
All my love,
Stephanie
Message from: Jan Feeney and Todd Taylor
To DeShannon and family:
Words can't even express what we feel. We spent only a few occasions with you and Robb, but he left a lasting impression. He was so funny and witty and warm, and it makes us smile but breaks our hearts at the same time. Take care of yourselves during this tough time. You're in our thoughts.
Jan and Todd
Message from: Rob White
E-mail Address: rock21@hotmail.com
DeShannon,
We would like to send our condolences to you and Robb's family. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God bless and keep you.
In Christ,
The people at Freedom Church
Message from: Jim Law
The Brissey Family,
Bob & Juanita & Family,
I am sorry that I cannot be there in person, you have my deepest sympathies at this very tough time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
Your friend,
Jim Law
Message from: Heather O'Dell
DeShannon,
I am extremely sorry for your loss. I cannot even imagine what you must be going through at this time! My thoughts and prayers are with you!!
Love,
Heather
Message from: Lisa and Ric Maiers
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. Robb was a very kind, funny and caring man. No matter where he was, when he saw you he made sure to take the time to say hi and chat. He was a great guy and will be missed.
Our sympathy to Robb's family.
Lisa and Ric Maiers
Message from: Bob & Bev Hanson-Cedar Rapids Realtors
E-mail Address: bbhans@aol.com
To all the Wonderful Brissey Family
We know the Brissey Boys through the Iowa Realtor Family and what a Great
trio they are. We enjoyed all our times together at Realtor functions across the state.Robb was one neat & kind & fun guy.Robb is now in a better
place with his maker but just remember his beautiful memories will be you
and your family forever. God will grant Robb eternal peace in Heaven. We
will Pray for your family & DeShannon for Gods strength, Peace & Love to
you in the coming days,weeks & months. Robb would want this for you!
Bob & Bev Hanson
Message from: Chris and Quincy Walton
Dear Brissey Family,
We are truly sorry and saddened by Robb's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences and know that we enjoyed, respected, and appreciated Robb and are grateful for the time we got to spend with him. Please be good to yourselves and try to find comfort in the fact that he lived his life fully and with joy.
Best Regards,
Chris, Quincy, Katherine, and Christopher Walton
Message from: Rob and Sherry Heri
We would like to express our deepest sympathy and know that Robb is now with God and no longer suffering. Although he is gone we all will keep his happy memories in our hearts until we meet up with him again in heaven. We will keep everyone in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless
Rob and Sherry Heri
Message from: Gerry Gunderson and Family
Juanita and Bob,
We are deeply sorry to hear about your loss of your son. We definitely are aware of how emotional these times are. Though we cannot be with you at this time our hearts and souls are with you and please feel at ease to contact us at anytime. Our friendship is everlasting.
May God bless you and help you through these sorryfull times.
Gerry Gunderson and Family.
Message from: Charlotte & Doug Fauser
DeShannon,
My heart goes out to you. I can't imagine the pain this loss brings to you. At least his suffering is over and you know he will always be watching over you from heaven. Your own personal guardian angel. God bless you. Char & Doug Fauser
Message from: Jim Aslin
To all of Robbs friends and family.
I am so sad to hear of the passing of Robb. Rob is one of the few childhood freinds that I have ever had. We played football as little kids in the front lawns of our parents. Played basketball in highschool. Went to college in different states and still stayed in touch. Started our prosseional lives in sales and always saw each other when I came home to Dubuque. Our friends were all mutual Brian,Paul and so on. You are the first of us to go and will be sadly missed. May God open up the gates of heaven to my chldhood friend.
Jim Aslin
Knasas city Mo
Message from: Ken and Barb Cook
Dear Bob and Family,
Our sincere sympathy goes out to you and your family upon hearing of Robb's passing. We are in Phoenix for the Winter and spoke recently to Mark Fisher. Mark and several high-school classmates were over to visit with Robb while he was here. We have always thought highly of both Robb and Brad. Robb was always congenial and professional to work with. Wishing you strength at this sorrowful time. Sincerely, Ken and Barb Cook
Message from: Natasha & Alex Stenger
E-mail Address: ndsars1707@yahoo.com
DeShannon,
Alex and I are so sorry for your loss. I know it is really hard but just think God has bigger plans for Robb and you will see him again someday. If you need anything just let me know.
Message from: Grace Estep
E-mail Address: graceandmattestep@yahoo.com
Matt and I are very sorry for your loss. I know what it's like to lose a loved one, especially to cancer. I wish I'd gotten a chance to meet him! It's so wonderful to know that you will be with him again one day in Heaven! We're praying for you and your family. God Bless.
Grace and Matt
Message from: Paul and Danielle Kisting
Please accept our sincere condolances, our prayers are with you and your family.
Message from: Curt Hartig
Dear Brissey Family:
It seems like yesterday that we all tried in vain to keep up with Robb in the mad dash from Bryant School over to Steve Ruden's house to watch Speed Racer before our Cub Scout meeting began. I was very sorry to hear of his passing.
Curt B. Hartig
Message from: Melanie S. Moore
To DeShannon & Family of Robb, You are in My Prayers. I never met Robb, but in knowing DeShannon, I know in My Heart He was a Special Person. May You be at Peace, in knowing that Robb is in Heaven, Smiling down on You, feeling the Peace He deserves, No Pain, Knowing He is Loved. He will never be apart from You, Always in Spirit, Loving You. May God Bless.
Message from: Amy Brehm (Hollenback)
I will always remember Robb in high school for being smart, athletic, witty and most of all courageous. What a great example he made for us all. He died as he lived...everyone's friend.
Message from: Steve Nemmers
Please accept out condolences. We are very sorry for your loss. Robb was a great person and easy to do business with. You and your family are in out thoughts and prayers. Steve & Mandy Nemmers
Message from: Charlie & Marie Miller
Bob, Juanita and family,
Even though we can not be there in person, please accept our deepest sympathies at this most difficult time. You are all in our prayers.
Sincerely,
Charlie & Marie Miller
Message from: Tracy Brus
E-mail Address: tracybrus@hotmail.com
Brad & Brissey Family.
My deepest sympathies are with you and your family on the loss of Robb. I know Brad & Robb through the Iowa Association of Realtors and have enjoyed seeing them at Realtor meetings. Having lost my 34 yr old brother a couple of years ago, I know the pain and dismay you are feeling. Even though there are no words right now that will make you feel better, know that as the days pass, you will find peace. And knowing about the pain of cancer, Robb is is a much better place. Take comfort in your memories and knowing you have many friends and family to help you through. I will keep you in my prayers.
Tracy Brus
Denison Realty
Message from: Elizabeth Rose-Tolstedt
Bob, Juanita Brad and DeShannon,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Gods Peace
Elizabeth Rose-Tolstedt
Message from: Jean and Bill Snyder
DeShannon,
We had not met Robb, but George and Kim often spoke of how they enjoyed visiting with you and Robb at class reunions. Our symapthy to you and the rest of Robb's family.
Jean and Bill Snyder
Message from: Penny Berg
E-mail Address: pennyann@charter.net
Deshannon and The Brissey Family,
Robb was truly one of those "good guys". He was a very special genuine guy. Just thinking about his kind heart and smile makes me smile. Robb was one of the first people I meant when I moved to Dubuque. He made me feel welcome right away. His kindness and friendship will never be forgotten. We have all been blest to have known him.
My thought and prays are with you Deshannon and the whole Brissey Family.
God Speed
Penny Berg
Wausau WI
Message from: Kathy and Ted Rogers
DeShannon and Family,
Our sincerest sympathy to you, your family and friends. Your loss is shared by many who care and we are keeping you in thought and prayer durng this difficult time.
Message from: Angie De Moss
E-mail Address: angiedemoss@hotmail.com
Dearest DeShannon,
My heart goes out to you. May God hold you in the palm of His hand and provide you with His strength and peace. Please know that I am here for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and those who were fortunate to share their life with Robb. God bless, Angie
Message from: Paul and Margaret Dettmann
E-mail Address: pdettmann1@aol.com
Bob and Juanita
We were saddened to read of this news as we checked up on Dubuque news from our snowbird location in Mesa, Arizona. It is at times like these that we miss being in Dubuque to be with our friends to personally convey our sympathy to each of you. We pray that God's love and grace will be sufficient for your families as you face each day missing Robb.
God's Peace,
Paul and Margaret Dettmann
Message from: Jennifer Gantner
DeShannon,
I am very sorry about Robb. Grief is the hardest of emotions, both to experience, and to witness in others. It's like being handed a fifty-pound bag of sand that you can never put down. But there is a little pinhole in the bag, and it very slowly gets less heavy. You still carry it, but time makes it less difficult.
My wish for you is that time does its work well, soothes the worst of your sorrow, and leaves you with the very best of memories.
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