In loving memory of
1955–2025
BRIAN J. KVASNICKA, age 69, passed away January 5, 2025. Loving father of Erin Collins (Derek), Patrick (Dayna), and Kevin (Abbey). Cherished grandfather of Emma, Madison, Jack, and Cian. Dear brother of David (Diane) and Eric (Pam). Son of the late James and Ausma Kvasnicka. Loving uncle and friend to many.
A proud U.S. Army veteran, Brian enlisted into the Signal Corps in 1975, completed his Active Duty Service in 1979 and continued serving in the Ohio National Guard until 1985, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant . Brian received his undergraduate degree in Mass Communications from Cleveland State University in 1982, going on to complete a Masters in Business Administration from the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University in 1984.
Brian went on to build a successful career in financial sales. In his free time Brian enjoyed backpacking with his brothers, playing on local softball teams, cycling, birdwatching and was a DJ for Cleveland State’s radio station.
A Celebration of Life memorial gathering was held on January 18th, 2025 at Messiah Lutheran Church. Interment will be held at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery at a later date.