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Brian Patrick Lidwell

July 1, 1960 ~ April 9, 2016

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Brian Patrick Lidwell, age 55, passed away on Saturday, April 9, 2016. Born on July 8, 1960. Brian Graduated from Penn Cambria High and Admiral Perry Vo-Tech in 1978. Married to Julie Beiswenger Lidwell on April 27, 1985. They moved to North Carolina in September, 1988. He was a blue collar worker most of his life which included making airplane parts at Honeywell for 20 years. He also welded and he especially liked a short term job with the Home Depot in Rocky Mount, NC. He was a member of the Ashville Fire Company, he supported the Red Cross by donating blood in the gallons range Brian is survived by his wife, Julie; his brothers, Greg, Tim and Doug; his sisters, Natalie and Susan; nieces, nephews and extended family. A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, April 15, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Rocky Mount. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Brians name to the Ashville Fire Company and Ambulance Service, 127 Pine St, Ashville, PA 16613. Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com. Memorial Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church 331 Hammond Street Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-972-0452 --> | Friday 4/15, 11:00 am

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  2. Our heart breaks for you, your family and The Lidwell family. We pray for comfort and peace. Brad and I are heart broken for your loss. Respectfully, The Abernathys

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  3. Our heart breaks for you, your family and The Lidwell family. We pray for comfort and peace. Brad and I are heart broken for your loss. Respectfully, The Abernathys

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  5. Julie. I am hurting tonight for you. I can’t imagine your pain. Please know im with you in thoughts. Keith and I will be making a donation to the Asheville fire Dept in his name. Rita.

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  6. My condolences goes out to the entire family of the late Brian Patrick Lidwell Nashville NC I was shocked to learn of the death of a fellow co-worker at Honeywell Inc. I would see him nearly every day when he came to work on 2nd shift. He was always a friendly person. Script. Read Eccles. 3 and know, To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven

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  7. My heart is heavy, but Brian will remain in my memory as one of the most upbeat, caring, and fun-loving guys I’ve ever known. We love y’all so much!

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  8. My dearest Julie and Lidwell family. Words cannot express how very sorry we are. Brian was such a caring and giving person. Our sympathies. Prayers to all.

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  14. My prayers go out to the Lidwell family. I had the pleasure of speaking with Brian on Saturday morning and was greeted with his kind smile and great personality. He will always be remembered and truly missed.

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  15. I have been privileged to have known Brian as a coworker and friend. He always greeted me with a smile and conversation. I will truly miss him and his smile. Julie and the family I will keep you in prayer and may God give you the courage and strength to endure during your time of bereavement .

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  16. When I think of Brian I think of a man with a twinkle in his eye, always a smile on his face and kind words. We were always a little better because of him. My prayers are with his entire family.

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  18. I pray God will give you comfort to get thru the days and weeks ahead. We will all miss Brian’s smiling face. Peace be with you my friend.

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  19. Julie and the Lidwell Family-My heart is breaking as I remember Brian. He was truly one of a kind! Prayers for all

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  41. So sorry to hear about Brian. We were neighbors for many years in the apartment days! I enjoyed and cherish your friendships. I have a lot of good memories of pool days, cookouts and whatever we all decided to do that day. My thoughts and prayers are with Julie and family. RIP my friend. In this time of sadness may you see God in the faces of friends, hear Him in their voices, feel him in the touch. May their help, caring and sympathy reflect his love and kindness at this time when you need him most. Kathy Pittman

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  42. Brian was always a good friend and I especially enjoyed seeing him at our class reunions. Living in Ashville, we were always a close group. My thoughts and prayers are with Brian’s entire family. Cathy (Capouellez) Keefe

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  43. Julie, I’m sorry for your lost! Brain was a kind person to everyone he met . He will be miss in this life and from the family and friends he left behind. My prayers are with you in this difficult time in your life. I will close with Proverbs (3) 5 & 6 Pam Lamm. Honeywell retiree

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  44. Brian was always such a pleasant person to be around. I will truly miss seeing him coming into work everyday, making his way around to speak to everyone. He has always found a way to make me smile (especially when he was leaving work and I was coming in on 3rd shift). Julie and family I would like to express my heartfelt sympathy to you all and pray that you all will be granted comfort and strength.

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  45. Thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Let your memories bring you comfort and peace.

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  46. Julie and families, lm so sorry for your loss ! Brian was a great guy he sure will be missed. Hugs and prayers too all

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  47. Brian Lidwell was a dear friend with a big smile and crazy laugh, but even a bigger heart. The memories I have of Brian I will cherish forever. Julie you have become a dear friend of mine and my heart is aching for you. I am sending hugs, thoughts and prayers. Heaven has gained a very special angel that will be watching over you. RIP Brian. I will miss you Claudia

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  48. I am so sorry about Brian’s death. He was always such a positive and pleasant person to talk to. He will be missed.

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  49. Julie, I am so deeply saddened by the loss of my dear friend and fellow classmate. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My heart aches for all of you. He will be truly missed and never forgotten. Dorothy Phillips

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  50. Julie, my deepest sympathy goes out to you. I pray that God will give you strength and the love of friends and family to help you through this. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

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  51. Julie, our hearts are breaking for you & your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Brian will be truly missed.

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  52. Stuart C Dildy, Advanced Technology Services at Honeywell Rocky Mount, NC. Thanks for the memories Brother! I pray that your family and friends are comforted by God’s loving touch. That the many good memories of you, big smiles and laughter always bring a smile to us! Goodbye friend.

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  53. Brian will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Julie and her family. Bob and Marty Payne.

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  69. Julie, and family, our sympathy goes out to you in this time of grief.May GOD give all of you the strength to get through this time of sorrow. Jeff and Kathy Gainer

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  72. You will Always be in our hearts and Memories. There was never a better friend to talk to and always knew what to say you will be VERY MISSED by your Family Here at Honeywell.

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  73. Lidwell was a nice and friendly man. We were both steeler fans and I met him while working in housekeeping at Honeywell. we were talking one night and he saw that my shoe had split,the next night he came back where I worked and gave me a brand new pair of steel toe shoes. he was always smiling,may you rest in peace Brian.

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  74. Brian and I grew up together here in Ashville…..He was the first kid I had a chew with-made me sick as a dog but didn’t faze him…..As teenagers he was the first guy I ever smoked pot with and maybe even the first guy I ever drank a beer with….We played a lot of cards in his dads basement…..We used to ride around in his old rambler on winter nights- you couldn’t get that thing stuck…..Yea lots of memories…..Hard to believe he’s gone….He will surely be missed….Rest in peace my friend………Mingo

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  75. Brian and I worked together for over seven years and knew him for over twenty years..He was my coworker and friend who had an upbeat personality which made working with him fun and always ready to help when it was needed .My family and I will miss you Lid and hope to see you again.Our thoughts and prayers are with you Julie and family Steve Adam and Family

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  76. could not have asked for a better friend or family to grow up beside as a neighbor,all good memories. rest in peace Brian

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  77. You have my deep sympathy and prayers for your family in times of needs.Brian was Avery special person. He made a mark on this world that will not be forgot. Love you Julie.

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  78. May God’s perpetual light shine upon him and may he rest in peace! Sending prayers to the whole family.

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  80. So sorry to hear about Brian, I worked with him at Honeywell and Julie always cut my hair. He was a dedicated husband. worker and friend Dale Chubb

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  81. Brian was a friend to many at Honeywell. I will miss the dear sweet smile he always had everytime I ever saw him. We will miss him dearly. RIP Brian, you will be missed by many! My thought and prayer are with you Julie and family.

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  82. What a wonderful guy & great friend to so many – that was Brian!! Julie, I hope the outpouring of love can provide you with a little peace during these difficult days. RIP Brian. You will live on in our hearts forever. revolving_hearts

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  83. WORKING WITH BRIAN AT HOME DEPOT WAS GREAT, HE WAS ALWAYS JOYFUL , GLAD I GOT TO MEET. HIM AND HIS BEAUTIFUL WIFE MAY GOD CONTINUES TO B WITH FAMILY DURING DIS DIFFICULT TIMES, GOD BLESS U FAMILY

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  84. My sincere condolences to Julie and Brian’s family. I worked with Brian at The Home Depot many years ago and was able to catch up with him on facebook recently. Brian was one of the first people I met when I came to NC. I am so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. Praying for peace and comfort to the Lidwell family. Rest in eternal heavenly peace Brian!

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  90. You will be truly missed. May you rest and peace my friend! My prayers and thoughts go out to the family during this time. Brian was a wonderful person please always remember that. Renee Marlow

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  91. Julie-Beth and I are so sorry about the loss of your beloved husband Brian. While neither of us had met Brian, we seemed like we knew him somewhat with the stories that you would tell us about him. We both hope that you are doing OK given the circumstances and don’t forget the power of prayer. Prayer is a powerful tool that can help you get through this trying time. May God bless you and your family. Jack and Beth Kupsco

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  93. I knew Brian while working at Honeywell and he was always in a cheerful mood and always willing to help others and offer great ideas for improving the process. Brian always had a good relationship with everyone. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure to know him. May you rest in peace Brian and your family find solace.

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  94. I Met Brian when I was probably about 10 yrs old. We became friends, and go together, hold hands boyfriend and girlfriend a few yrs later. It turned out, we were meant to be forever friends , not boyfriendgirlfriend. , and he was meant to meet and marry his high school sweetheart, and my dear friend Julie. They were meant for each other! The love, happiness, caring, and adoration showed in every photo, every conversation,and how they looked into each others eyes. I have a cool picture of Brian in my front yard on his banana bike, with his long hair! He rode clear from Ashville.And that’s not an easy feat, as me, my friends Debbie and Cheri rode to Dysart years later, and on the way home..exhausted, running late getting home, it began to pour down rain…I remember Brian and some friends riding by and laughed…darn we wanted a ride sooo bad! LOL My mom and dad really liked him! My Siamese cat, Sparky, however didn’t lol…she chased any boyfriends I had away ! I was just a young pup myself lol…..he remained my friend through life. I was never so happy as when I heard he and Julie fell in love. Married Almost 31 yrs! Julie was a sweet honest, caring , gorgeous girl I grew up with [still is], and I thought wow! perfect match for my 2 friends to be together! And it was! And I was never so saddened as when I logged into FB today and read the sad news Brian passed away. I couldn’t Believe it! I do not want to! I’m so very sorry Julie, as I said, you were Blessed to have such a wonderful man, who truly loved you! You Love Each Other!…And I love you both, forever! I’ll be here for ANYTHING you or your family may need,…just ask. And if you just need to talk, I don’t care if its 2 or 3 am..call me! MY HEART HURTS R.I.P MY DEAR FRIEND! I’LL SHARE THAT PIC AS SOON AS I FIND IT

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  95. I had the pleasure of working side by side on second shift with ole Lidwell at Honeywell in EMID’s for about three years. I can say that Brian was always willing to lend a listening ear, and offer solutions to life’s problems. We worked many late nights, and had countless laughs. Even after I left I was always glad to see him in random places across town. I will always have fond memories of Brian, and our original 2nd shift crew at Honeywell. Brian always put a smile on my face, and will continue to do so whenever I think about him. Many sympathies for your loss.

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  96. Hi my name is Kayla and I am a local bible teacher. I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. There is a very comforting scripture at Isaiah 258. It says that soon Jehovah will swallow up death forever and that he will wipe away all of the tears. So we can all look forward to a time when death will be no more. I hope that this scripture can bring some true comfort during these difficult times.

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  97. I worked with Brian at Honeywell and he was always smiling and he was ready to help with whatever was needed. He was a dear friend and I am glad I was lucky enough to get to work with him and call him my friend. My thoughts and prayers go got to you and his family. GOD bless you all at this time. Love Louise Staley

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  98. To Brian’s family. I worked with Brian at Honeywell. He always met you with a smile. I will miss that. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. The 23rd Psalm can speak to us during times such as these. May God keep you in His care and in the days ahead. In His love! Jerry R. Calcutt

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  99. I never worked with Brian on a daily bases at Honeywell but when I did interact with him it was always positive and uplifting. He was a smart and humble guy who was always willing to help out. I pray for peace and understanding for all those affected by his loss.

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  101. Thank You all soooooo Much for the thoughts and Prayers for Brian It has helped me more than you know Julie Lidwell

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  102. Brian I can’t help but smile when I think of you. Everything about you is good, kind & decent. For a lot of years going by your parents house I would think back how we all would set around the kitchen table and catch up on current events. This was the place to go for a laugh, cup of coffee, great company and if Uncle Tom would give up one of his Twinkies it was a great day. Thank you for great memories like counting raisins in a box of Raisin Brand, counting and sending back stems found in cans of snuff. Ralph Nader would have been proud of you. Can’t let out putting the new roof on your parents house many years ago. Brian I hope your setting around a kitchen table with some of the great ones from our past. I’m sure you have been welcomed with open arms and the love you deserve. You have the gift of making us all feel good and smile when in our thoughts. May all squirrels have funny colored tails in your world Bill Lidwell

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  103. Julie & family, My love & special prayers are with you at this time in your life. I will put Brian’s name on our Prayer Board at Mercy Center and he will be remembered during our Daily Masses. May God love & bless all of you, Sister Ruth Hollen, RSM

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  104. Dear Julie, Please accept my condolences on the passing of Brian. Losing him at what is certainly a young age must be very difficult. I hope that you will be able to get through this as best you can. Not sure if you remember me from PC days, but I remember you from the track team. You were always smiling during those years, and I hope that can sustain you during this period. If my memory serves, you convinced your pastor at the time, Father Boslet, to come to one of our meets. Not sure if I am right about that. Again, my condolences. Hugh Conrad

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  105. Mrs. Lidwell, I never had the pleasure of meeting you, but I worked with Brian for 5 years & he was one of the nicest, kindest, friendliest people I have ever known. I just found out today of his death because I am out of the country. I just wanted you to know that I am praying for your family. I can’t even imagine the loss you must feel. Brian had a laugh that would get everyone within earshot laughing too. He was always so soft spoken & just a wonderful man. He will be missed for a long time to come, he was an unforgettable friend. I pray God gives you & your family comfort. Sharon Smith Breland

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  106. I remember you guys when you first moved to North Carolina. Brian and I always laughed about Pennsylvania weather and how NC was so much better in the winters. God bless!

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  108. why would you do that brian why , god speed to your peace , take care all my love you way man , hope your at peace now–scott

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