Brian Kent Spann August 5, 1994 - December 27, 2021 - Turrentine ...

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                                           Brian Kent Spann
                                    August 5, 1994 - December 27, 2021

Brian Spann of Allen, Texas passed away December 27, 2021 at the age of 27. He was born on August 5, 1994 to
David and Kathy Spann in Plano, Texas. Brian graduated from Dallas Baptist University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree
in Communication. Most recently, he was a student at Dallas Theological Seminary working on his Master’s Degree in
Church Leadership. Brian was on staff at Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church and served as Coordinator of the
Epiphany Ministry. Brian was actively involved in his work at Epiphany, as a leader for To Be Like Me and served on the
board for North Texas Young Life Capernaum. Brian loved people, sharing his testimony, keeping up with his friends, all
things Disney, dogs and going to the movies. He was passionate about his love for the Lord and sharing that with
others. He was a loving son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend. Brian will be missed dearly by those who
knew and loved him.

He is survived by his parents David and Kathy Spann of Allen, Texas; younger sister, Bethany Spann of Allen, Texas;
grandmother, Faye Spann of Trenton, Texas; aunts and uncles, Julie and Stacy Green of Bridgeport, Texas, Mike and
Cherri Spann of Piedmont, Oklahoma, Jimmy and Vickie Spann of Holly Ranch, Texas, and Steven and Jennifer Spann
of Whitewright, Texas; many cousins, other loving relatives, and friends.

Brian was preceded in death by his grandparents, P.W. Burtis, Jean Dunkle, and Bill Spann.

The family will receive family and friends during a visitation on Tuesday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at
Turrentine-Jackson-MorrowFuneral Home, 2525 Central Expressway North, Allen, Texas 75013.

A celebration of Brian’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at Preston Hollow Presbyterian
Church, 9800 Preston Road, Dallas, Texas 75230. Brian expressed a desire for everyone to wear colorful clothes as he
is with Jesus now and this will be a celebration! Brian said, “I want this to be the biggest display of the gospel possible
and not to be sad! I want everyone present to worship Jesus and walk away with the passion of the Holy Spirit to
proclaim the gospel with incredible boldness!!!!!”

There will be a live stream available for those unable to attend the service. https://www.phpc.org/streaming/

  Memorial contributions may be made in Brian’s honor to the following organizations that were important to Brian.

  Brian Spann Endowed Scholarship -Dallas Baptist University 3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, Texas 75211.
  https://www.dbu.edu/advancement/

  Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church Epiphany Ministry– Please make a check to PHPC, noting Epiphany Ministry in
  memo line or online at https://www.phpc.org/give/

  North Texas Capernaum – Personal checks may be made out to Young Life with “TX10 North Texas Capernaum”

  11300 N. Central Expressway, Suite 600

  Dallas, Texas 75243

  Online at https://giving.younglife.org/ntxcapernaum

  To Be Like Me - https://tobelikeme.org/donate

Memorials
So saddened to hear of Brian's passing. He accomplished so much in such a
short time , and was a perfect model for positive mental attitude. If we all had
half of the values Brian embodied, think what a better world we might see. It
was an honor to have known him for his short time here. Sending our thoughts
and prayers your way. Rick, Diana, Logan & Kendall
RICHARD ELDER & FAMILY, JANUARY 14, 2022

Love y’all!!
AUSTIN BURTIS, JANUARY 9, 2022

From a fellow colleague at DBU who would see you every Monday,
Wednesday, and Friday on her way to class. May you rest in paradise with the
Lord. To the family, you’re in my heart and thoughts at this time. I hope you
find the peace you seek and hold onto the wonderful memories you shared
together.
JOANNA FUENTES, JANUARY 8, 2022

Brian was an amazing young man who inspired so many people! Prayers for
Kathy and family for comfort and peace.
SHARON HOWARD SCHNEIDER, JANUARY 6, 2022

So sorry for your loss. I met Brian during the years my kids were with him in
Allen High School band. Brian always had a positive attitude and was a joy to
work with. My daughter was in clarinet section with him, and it was really
inspirational to see him out there on the field in his chair “marching” in the
formations with the rest of his section. Peace be with Briann and all of you.
BETH SWIATEK , JANUARY 5, 2022

We have known Brian and the Spanns since 1994. We lived across the street
from them when we moved to Allen. My daughter Ashley would babysit Brian.
Always the sweetest boy and the sweetest family. Now Brian is healthy and in
the arms of Jesus. Prayers for Kathy David and Bethany. We love y'all. Karol,
David, Ashley and Erik
KAROL KOEGL, JANUARY 5, 2022

David, Kathy & Bethany, Although we only met Brian once at the Ring
Ceremony in Corpus we knew Brian was a special guy after hearing stories
from Ema. Today after watching his celebration of life I wished we could have
spent more time being around him. What a wonderful service for a wonderful
person. God bless each of you in the coming months. Brian had the best
foundation to grow and prosper with and it was provided by each of you. Job
well done.
ROYCE & TANIA RHEA, JANUARY 5, 2022

Kathy, Bethany and David, I am so sorry for your loss. Brian was such a
beautiful and influential person. My daughter, Emily, admired him so much too.
I will always remember him in the Anderson Elementary hallways with his dog,
always smiling and making you happy when you would see him. I pray that
your family will find peace knowing that Brian is free now of all worldly
boundaries. The service today was one of the most beautiful and meaningful I
have ever experienced. We will miss him.
THERESA ROBERTS, JANUARY 5, 2022

Kathy, David and Bethany, Brian’s service was beautiful and such a lovely
tribute to his life and ministry. He is loved and respected by so many. He
earned his wings...prayers and hugs!

MITZI DONOVAN, JANUARY 5, 2022

I am sorry for you loss. Brian was a great person and will be greatly missed.
EMMILY BLACKURN, JANUARY 5, 2022

I remember Brian from band in high school and we were both Clarinets. I got to
go to Bible studies where he would lead and he always had this joy about him
that was from the Lord. He always amazed me and encouraged me in my faith
as well. He never let what he was going through keep him from living his life
and serving God with everything. He is truly an example of how to serve the
Lord in whatever circumstances you are given and I will always look upon his
legacy as an example to me. I am praying for the Spann family in their time of
grief and celebration of Brian's life. He truly touched thousands of lives for
God and he will always be missed. Love,
KATELYN MADDEN, JANUARY 5, 2022

To the Spann family - I would like to say that I was honored to be Brian’s 5th
grade teacher. I enjoyed our year together as I got to watch him grow into the
man he became. He was a wonderful person, and I loved watching his spiritual
journey. He will be greatly missed and his wonderful attitude will never be
forgotten. Much love to you all!
CHRISTY MAYBERRY , JANUARY 5, 2022

Kathy, David and Bethany, our prayers are with you. Brian was a great
example for all, whether in scouts or high school and throughout his life.
DEBORA MESSENGER , JANUARY 5, 2022

Sorry that I couldn’t make it to the funeral. My mom had a meeting today.
Brain was a great friend of mine! We worked at To Be Like Me together!! He
would always have something encouraging to say whenever I saw him!
AVERY FIGUEROA, JANUARY 5, 2022

I'm so sad that you are gone but your spirit will fly high and I am so happy
you're with Jesus and not in pain. Praying for the family. Fly high!
JENNIFER SHEPLER, JANUARY 5, 2022

I am so sorry for your loss. I will be praying for you and your family. Rest in
peace Brian.

FAITH, JANUARY 5, 2022

Kathy, David & Bethany, I had planned to attend the service today. However, I
had exposures to Covid and symptoms that we were not positive were
allergies, so I will be streaming the service. Just know, me and my family have
been lifting you all up in prayer. We added your family to our church prayer list
that Brian had been on for weeks now. Our hearts are broken for you. In
Christian Love, Judy Cook, Bridgeport, Tx
JUDY COOK, JANUARY 5, 2022

Brian was one of our favorites! I loved to have him come into the College of
Christian Faith. He was always upbeat, and it was obvious that he loved Jesus!
Since his graduation from DBU, I have kept up with him on Facebook. While
this is certainly a sad time, it's also one of celebration! Brian's faith has
become sight and he is not chair-bound any more! I will be praying for his
friends and family in the coming days.
TRISHA SMITH, JANUARY 5, 2022

Kathy and David, I am so sorry for your loss. Brain was an incredible human
being that we were all so lucky to have crossed paths with. He will always be
remembered for his positive outlook on life and for the many people (students
in my world) he encouraged on a daily basis. Blessing and prayers for your
entire family. Karen (Beatty) Foster
KAREN FOSTER, JANUARY 5, 2022

David, Kathy, and Bethany, Sending our prayers to you and your family as we
know that Brian will be dearly missed here on earth. Even though I only knew
Brian through the kind words of a very proud father, we are incredibly moved to
see the many lives he touched throughout his life. Praise God for bringing
such a bright light into our lives to proclaim the news of Jesus to many and
Praise God in the joyful promise that Brian is now walking step-in-step with
him in Heaven. Best Regards, Jeremy and Allison Cowlishaw
THE COWLISHAW'S, JANUARY 5, 2022

We send our heartfelt condolences and love to the Spann family. Words are
inadequate trying to express the sorrow that we feel about Brian's passing.

Brian's life was a life well-lived. He embraced every challenge and opportunity
with enthusiasm and joy always pointing us toward Jesus. His shining example
touched us and so many others. I am a better person because I knew him.
Rest in peace, dear Brian. We will never forget you.
CHERYL RICHTER, JANUARY 5, 2022

I grew up with Brian in school. Such a sweet man. He really had a kind soul.
Rest in Peace Brian.
KERRI VINCENT, JANUARY 5, 2022

So very sorry for your loss. Brian was an amazing young man who was an
inspiration to many. I didn’t know him well but the few times we met he always
made me smile. May he rest in peace with a healed body and may you find
comfort & peace in the memories held in your heart. Lifting prayers and
sending hugs to your family.
PEGGY MELTON, JANUARY 4, 2022

My dad will meet him in heaven. Brian was amazingly good person of faith, it
showed in his life. Praying for Coach Spann and his family. He is a man of
God. He is with Jesus.
DEBI GOODMAN, JANUARY 4, 2022

Brian loved the Lord so much. It was such an incredible light to so many! The
fact that the Lord used him despite his incredibly challenging circumstances is
a true testament to the father’s faithfulness!
KK, JANUARY 4, 2022

May your family feel comforted knowing Brian is safe in the Lord’s arms. Hugs
and prayers always! Love Barbara
BARBARA EDWARDS, JANUARY 4, 2022

Me, my Mom and dad pray for your family.
JAKOB HINES, JANUARY 4, 2022

A favorite message we hold, while looking up in the evenings, "Perhaps they
are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down
to let us know that they are happy". Brian truly touched each student, teacher,
and person he came in contact at Curtis and Allen High.. May your hearts hold

beautiful memories of an incredible child who grew to become a man of God.
And may the stars shine even brighter in your hearts and from above. With
love to you all, Mardalee, Karl, Hans, and Gustav Burwitz
MARDALEE BURWITZ, JANUARY 4, 2022

Here is a beautiful thought from Helen Keller. "What once was deeply loved,
we can never lose, for all that we love deeply becomes part of us." David, my
prayers go with you and your family.
JIM HYSAW, JANUARY 4, 2022

Dear Kathy, David and Bethany, Thinking of you with a heavy heart and
remembering good times and memories of Brian and his life, the role model he
was to so many ... With sympathy and Love. I’ll be wearing bright colors.
Wishing you peace. Love,
PAULETTE MERL, JANUARY 4, 2022

We are so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with
you. Cindy, Daniel, and David Wills.
CINDY WILLS, JANUARY 4, 2022

My hearts breaks for you all during this difficult time. While I did not have the
pleasure to know Brian personally, I do know that he was truly an inspiration to
those he encountered. Many prayers for comfort in knowing that he is whole
and at peace in the arms of the Lord.
ASHLEY DAY, JANUARY 4, 2022

We are so grateful for the time our families had together. We have so many
wonderful memories of the kids growing up together from Disney World, hang
out in your classroom after school, sonic trips in the van, movies and ice
cream and Boy Scouts etc……. What a blessing Brian was to all of us. He
made everyone a better person for knowing him! The world would be a much
better place if we all lived as Brian did. So that is what we have to remember
to do to continue his legacy! We love y’all dearly!!! The Ford’s
DEBBIE KAMERON AND LUKE FORD , JANUARY 4, 2022

I was saddened to hear that Brian passed away. Please accept my
condolences, my thoughts are with you and your family.

HIMMAT RATHORE, JANUARY 4, 2022

Words cannot express the sadness we feel at the loss of Brian. We know as
parents the struggle and grief you feel. But through our faith in Christ Jesus,
we know that while you struggle with the loss, Brian is Heaven's gain! Brian
has been healed and restored by our Lord and you will see him again. Our
prayer is that God bless you, hold you tight and give you peace.
GLENN AND CANDY DAVIS, JANUARY 4, 2022

I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences, and my thoughts
are with you and your family.
JOHN YING, JANUARY 4, 2022

What a glorious testimony is this of a life well-lived. Brian certainly made an
impact for Jesus in this world and can now rest with Him as the seeds he
planted take root, grow, and produce much fruit. Praying now for God's sweet
comfort for Brian's dear family and friends.
PATT BOWLES (LONE STAR COMMUNICATIONS COO), JANUARY 4, 2022

To the Spann Family, I was blessed to teach Brain world history during his
10th grade year at AHS, yet so much more blessed to have attended church
with him at FBCA. I cannot thank you enough for sharing Brain with me & the
rest of the world! He was such a pleasure to work with in the classroom, yet my
mind always first remembers his work with the AHS band. He was always the
one my eyes were trained upon during the Friday night half time show. His Boo
Bowl costume certainly won first place each year on my un-official award list. I
will be praying for your family during this challenging time that the image I
have of Brain dancing in Heaven right now be one that you can picture also.
Peace & joy in Christ to you all during this time, Tony Trulson & the Trulson
Family
TONY TRULSON, JANUARY 4, 2022

I remember meeting Brian at Rountree when he was a little boy. Always
smiling and happy. He has lived a great life many of us wish we could. He will
be missed but always remembered and cherished.
LOURDES CONTRERAS, JANUARY 3, 2022

Kathy and David: Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. God
wanted two very special parents to parent Brian and he chose you. May God
bless you and know your friends are here to love and support you. Bob and
Mandy
MANDY AND BOB CURTIS, JANUARY 3, 2022

Y’all are in our prayers
DEBBIE VASINDA, JANUARY 3, 2022

You are in my thoughts and prayers. He was one remarkable young man
MARY BETH MANN, JANUARY 3, 2022

Brian was a remarkable kiddo from the earliest time I met yall at the
Presbyterian church to being a scout leader for him in both cubs and boy
scouts I was so very fortunate to be part of his life. He will always be
remembered for his big bright smile that would brighten anyone's day and his
continued determination to do as much as he could while on this earth!! He
has impacted so many people and has blessed by his presence and knowledge
and wisdom that he always gave. God Bless and know that I have all of you in
our prayers. Know that Brian will have the biggest and brightest wings on
looking down from heaven. God Bless Stephanie
STEPHANIE MCNAIR, JANUARY 3, 2022

I am so very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in God's love.
BARRY CORNWALL, JANUARY 3, 2022

I run my own disability empowerment ministry and nonprofit. I had the privilege
of meeting Brian on several occasions and he even spoke at a symposium I
coordinated. He was such a powerful example of the gospel and they dear dear
human being he will be missed, and his absence will be filled deeply in the
disability ministry community. My heart is with Brian‘s family.
JUSTIN HANCOCK, JANUARY 3, 2022

What a faithful, encouraging, praying man-of-God Brian was. He will be dearly
missed. Praying for all of his family and many friends who loved him so.
RUTH KRAMP CARINI, JANUARY 3, 2022

David Kathy and Bethany we have shared so many precious memories with

Brian. He was my angel and still is. He never lost that wonderful smile. One of
my earliest memories was when you found out you were going to have another
baby. He ask me to pray with him and ask God for a baby sister. So we did
and God heard our prayers. He was so young but he knew that prayers work.
He could lift my spirits so easy. Brian was a blessing to all he came in contact
with. Love you all so much. God bless and keep you.
FAYE SPANN, JANUARY 3, 2022

May your hearts be filled with the comfort that only Jesus Christ can provide.
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for the loss of your
son Brian.
LAKESHA COLLINS, JANUARY 3, 2022

We are so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. We are all sending our love and
peace to the family, friends, and the church during this difficult time.
MY POSSIBILITIES, JANUARY 3, 2022

Kathy, David and Bethany, our hearts reach out to you as we all mourn Brian’s
death. He was such a wise and kind young man from a very early age. As we
watched him grow up in our church, he was always encouraging and supporting
all of us around him. Brian has been an inspiration to us as he kept his eyes
on what is important to lead a meaningful life. With your loving support he has
accomplished so much in his short years. He has touched so many. It has
been a true privilege to have known Brian. May your special memories give
each of you comfort. David & Lynda Olson
DAVID AND LYNDA OLSON, JANUARY 2, 2022

We’re sending our condolences to Brian’s family and friends. Brian was so
inspiring and impressive in his job as coordinator of our Epiphany ministry at
Preston Hollow Presbyterian Church. We admired his ability to lead that
valuable work. We will miss his presence in our congregation. Rest In Peace
Christian servant.
SALLY AND BILL DIX, JANUARY 2, 2022

Brian was a young man who will be forever in my heart! He was an outstanding
student in my first grade classroom and loved by all his classmates. He

touched so many hearts at Rountree and I am sure at every school he
attended. He leaves a blest legacy for all who knew him! David, Kathy and
Bethany thanks for sharing him with me!
MARY HELEN CORNISH, JANUARY 2, 2022

I lost my message on Tuesday morning after Brian had gone to be with his
Heavenly Father. I got a sign from heaven that everything was good. Ever
since Brian’s papaw passed away there has been a red cardinal in my back
yard at the times I needed my spirits lifted. There was always only one. Well
Tuesday morning there was two red cardinals there flying together and having
fun. They didn’t stay long just enough time for me to know that Brian and
Papaw are fine. I praise God for that. He will always be a light and blessing to
me. Love you all so much. God bless and keep you.
FAYE SPANN, JANUARY 2, 2022

Kathy, I remember when I met you, you were not yet a mother although you
were so eager to become one. God blessed you and David with two beautiful
children. I am confident that you could not have predicted the joy and pride you
have experienced in raising two such exceptional people. Although I did not
know Brian personally, I know what an impact he has had on others and the
man of God he was to become. His witness and faith were never failing. The
world was a better place with Brian in it. His legacy will live on. I am so sorry
for your loss. My love and prayers to you, David, and Bethany.
CINDY WILLIAMS, JANUARY 1, 2022

Sincere condolences to Brian's family.
JASON CARTY AND FAMILY, EPIPHANY MINISTRY PARTICIPANTS, JANUARY 1, 2022

David, Kathy and Bethany, My heart breaks for you and the giant gap left in
your hearts and lives. Brian was an exceptional person from the time we met
the summer before his 6th grade year all the way through high school, college,
his ministry and time in seminary. I started as his teacher but quickly found
that he became the teacher of how to live a noble and meaningful life. I will
have you all in my heart and prayers as you navigate a path forward with his
love to guide you. Much love, Judi

JUDI ALTSTATT, DECEMBER 31, 2021

I cannot hope to express how deeply Brian impacted and enriched my life. He
truly carried the peace and love of Jesus with him at all times and spread them
to all he met. I cannot wait to see his beautiful smile beaming from his eternal,
healthy body some day!
REBECCA DARK, DECEMBER 31, 2021

Kathy, David, and Bethany, I am so saddened by your loss of Brian. I have
always thought what a caring and remarkable family you are. I see the kind of
relationship Bethany and Brian had by viewing Kathy's Facebook page. It is
obvious that you three and your extended family were very supportive of all
that Brian did, whether it was through his education (which was awesome) or
any other events he participated in. What a blessing Brian was to you and
what a blessing you were to him. I know there is an emptiness and loss without
him with you. I want you to know how much I admired all of you. Blessings,
Pam Price (T. J. Lee)
PAM PRICE, DECEMBER 31, 2021

So sorry for your loss it’s not right, we’re keeping you in our prayers. Love The
Hargrove’s
THE HARGROVE’S , DECEMBER 31, 2021

Spann Family, we are continuing to pray for you all and will always have Brian
in our hearts. Thank you for your friendship and for raising such an amazing
young man and advocate for Jesus and his people! We love you!
NATALIE SHAW, DECEMBER 31, 2021

Thx for the memories.
WILL GATHRO, DECEMBER 31, 2021

A wonderful man that I appreciate the opportunity to have known.
DAVILA NIESEN, DECEMBER 31, 2021

Dearest Kathy, David and Bethany, I'm so sorry for the loss of Brian. He was
and will continue to be such an inspiration to me and so many others. May you
find peace in the beautiful memories you have together of such a wonderful
son and brother. Sending Love, Hugs and Prayers!!!

DAYNA YOUNG, DECEMBER 31, 2021

For the many friends and loving family of Brian, please know prayers being
sent your way! Brian certainly leaves his legacy of love of God for us to
celebrate and to follow! Blessings to each of you!!
GAIL STOKE, DECEMBER 31, 2021

Brian was one of my students at DBU. He was an amazing young man who
displayed Jesus in every conversation. He was an inspiration to me and I’ll
always remember him and the gospel-centered life he led. I can’t imagine the
depth of loss for this family. So thankful that we grieve with Hope. I’m
celebrating Brian’s healed and pain free body as he runs to the arms of Jesus.
ROBIN HUTCHINS, DECEMBER 31, 2021

Brian and I served in SGA together at DBU for two years. He was always the
epitome of kindness always supporting and encouraging those around him. He
had the best ideas and lobbied for others with insightfulness, love and grace.
Brian was one of select school friends who attended my church Christmas
productions, which filled me with so much joy that he would go out of his way
to support me! His love for Jesus was evident in all he did. Sending prayers for
all who love him.
JORDAN THOMAS, DECEMBER 31, 2021

David, I am so sorry for your loss! Your son sounds like he was a wonderful
person and I know you will have a hole in your heart until you meet up with him
again! God bless you and your wife!
BOB BARNARD, DECEMBER 31, 2021

Brian had an incredible impact on my life even though I only knew him from a
distance at DBU. One of the most inspiring voices that was always such an
encouragement to me. He leaves behind a powerful legacy that will never be
forgotten by so many that he touched.
SAM , DECEMBER 31, 2021

All my love to your family.
CATHY HUMPHREYS, DECEMBER 31, 2021

David, we are saddened to hear about your son’s passing. He will certainly

shine in heaven as he did on earth. My prayers are with you and your family
and may your grief be lessened when you remember that he is happier than
ever. With love,
MARGARET AND EDDY SWANZY, DECEMBER 31, 2021

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