Memories of Brian Sachs

In memory of

Brian Sachs

Dover, NH, USA

1964 - April 19, 2021

1964 - Apr 19, 2021

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Richard Gordon

2013, Kingston, NH, USA

Brian at the desk for one of several album projects we did together at Drumlin Downe - always got the sense this was (outside of his family) when he was happiest.

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Jeanne Hall

Brian, you were a bright light in this world, so welcoming, so giving, always smiling and gave the BEST hugs! So many friendships were forged at your house, singing around a fire, fireworks, hanging in the hot tub, pot luck dinners, jam sessions and twister championships! My deepest condolences to your family and beloved Paula. I know you will never be far from them and that your light will continue to shine on them.and through them. Until we meet again my friend, this is not goodbye.

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Christine Sachs McCann

So sorry to hear of Brian's loss. Praying for your family and the life he lived. Asking blessings on the mission and family he left behind.

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Steve Haidaichuk

The times we had at Drumlin Downe (and outside for that matter) were “Epic”, my friend. Music, laughter, friendship and memories that will aways remain. Will miss your hearty laugh and kind soul. See you someday. My sincere condolences to family and friends.

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Trudy Trick

I spent the most time with Brian one summer when we both worked at Totem Pole Playhouse in high school. He was a fantastic drummer. I just remember having fun doing simple things like washing the car in my parents' backyard. A mutual friend had posted an old picture of the two of them on facebook and then we got to talking about Brian; it was April 5. So when I heard of his passing, it was devastating because we had just been laughing about the good times with him. My heart just breaks for all who knew him. I know it's cliche but he just has to be in a better place.

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Martha Magana

I remember visiting when Tom and Dave were 2 years old. There was a pool in the back yard. Uncle Brain played some music he had been mixing that was different than I'd ever heard. It was classical and heavy metal. He knew how to play with us. I will never forget the feeling that goes with seeing him.

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Martha Magana

Uncle Brian always has the best laugh and the biggest smile. I will miss him.

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Ellen and Wayne Troy

Dear Paula, we are sending love and healing thoughts to you and your family during this incredibly difficult time.... xox Ellen and Wayne

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Jesse Comeau

Brian, there is no question you were something special. Few men I have encountered have had a life force comparable to yours. I instantly felt comfortable around such a positive energy. You were a man who knew his place and graciously enjoyed your position on this Earth . You were someone I always looked forward to seeing. I can confidently say, all who knew you are much better for it. I will remember the times we had as friends, and the family you became. I’ll miss you, and I know that you will be a big hit in your next adventure. We will meet again someday my friend, and I’ll be waiting for a big hug. I love you buddy. - Jess

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Ellen Hswkins

You were such a great couple and he was bigger than life itself ... memories are not enough for now .. but in time .. know that our
hearts are aching for you .
Ellen & Gil

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Tracey Lauder

Its hard to think of Brian with a heavy heart because he brought such light, life and love to everything he did and everyone he met. But it is with a very heavy heart that we share your sorrow. Brian left an unfillable void for all who loved him. He was like a shooting star on earth.
Godspeed and rest in peace Bri Bri.
Tracey and David (Zim)

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Greg Wilson

So sorry for your loss. Brian was a really nice, laid back guy!

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Mary Tower

Brian you will be missed - you were such a big good ball. We had so many laughs over the friendship. This... Read more Brian you will be missed - you were such a big good ball. We had so many laughs over the friendship. This is just so sad. My heart... Read more Brian you will be missed - you were such a big good... Read more

Judy, Kyle, and Erica Marshall

Brian was such a fun and caring person. We will all miss him. Love you and thinking of you often.

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Claire Rudolph Pettigrew

The Sach family lived up the street from my family. So sorry to hear about Brian’s passing.

Sending prayers of comfort and condolences to his entire family.

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Bob Coe

Brian was one of the most up beat people I have ever known. He would help anyone who needed it. He didn't
care what you made, what you had. None of that ever concerned him. What mattered to him was the person and how that person treated others. If you were lucky enough to be called his friend, you were just that his friend. I had lost lost 3 friends, my brother inlaw, my wifes aunt and my support animal all since December 23. Brian was there for it all. He made it a point to be there for me. I would go hang out with him and help with projects around the barn. The man had so much love for the people around him and his horse. I miss his smile and his laugh. He brought out the best in people. He brought out the best in me. I will never forget all the emotional support he gave when my support animal passed away. He made a big impact on my life in the most positive way. I will miss you my friend. Give Skippy and my daughter a big hug for me. I will see you soon but not to soon.

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Nancy Phillips

Thanking Brian............
You lived your life to the fullest and loved with your whole heart - as though you already knew.
Thank you for the music of your personality .
Thank you for treasuring my dear sister and loving her more than she had ever known.
Thank you for teaching us how to love each other bigger and better than before.
Thank you for reminding us that the clock of life is short, and no one knows when it's hand may stop.
Above all, thank you for all you have done for our family. The gift of your good soul is immortal and we will cherish you forever.

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paula forbes

Tracey Lauder

Tim Cormany

A friend from high school days. A talented musician full of life and joy. Proud of the man he became and the legacy he created. God bless the family and all of those grieving his passing.

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Dave Poulos

I first met Brian in 1981, when he was a drummer for an alt-rock band at Berklee in Boston. Brian and I spend several of our formative years running around Boston and surrounding towns, playing and working in clubs and venues from tiny Club III in Somerville, to the cavernous and iconic Channel club. We spend endless hours together laying tracks and producing demo tapes to promote our various music ventures, rubbing elbows with some of Boston’s elite musicians in the process. Despite whatever modest success we achieved, or who we met or worked with, his positive, grounded attitude never changed. That attitude clearly touched everyone here today, and others as well.

Even back then, his legendary generosity was boundless. I remember he met a young woman while working as a consultant in the hospital billing department. She was living and working under what was obviously reduced circumstances, and Brian took it upon himself to befriend her, get her a better job working with him in the hospital, helped her find a better apartment, and made her the lead singer in his band at the time, and he never asked anything in return.

Over the subsequent 40 years, throughout the various career changes, personal and professional relationships, address changes, famine or fortune, we managed to keep in touch. He was one of those great friends, that, despite not having spoken to him for months or even years, you could call him, and no matter what was going on in his life, the conversation would pick up right where it left off. Whether living in a colonial mansion with lots of friends around, or alone in the ‘Bago on a vacant lot, Brian always managed to turn what could be a negative into a positive, was always upbeat, looking toward the future, investing in himself, learning new things, interested and engaged in the world around him and the people there with him.

Through good times and bad, his positivity never wavered, but it did expand. After a brief health issue a number of years ago, he resolved to live every day to the fullest, to appreciate everything around him, and treat everyone as if they were his best friend. He told me once “Dave, every day is like a gift for me now, and I never turn down a gift!”.

Whether traveling to ball parks and playing golf with his twin sons, producing music for international artists, or working with the Horses, especially his best friend, Diesel, he always approached everything at full speed, gave 100% effort, fully present in the moment, eager to learn and live to the fullest. He was always up for the next activity, the next surprise around the corner - even a trip to the package store could easily turn into an adventure!

Now, it’s our turn to pay that positivity forward. I don’t believe Brian would want his friends and family to walk through life sadly mourning his loss, but rather happily celebrating his attitude and how it affected each of us, and reflecting that positivity outward toward others, just as he did. Each day is a gift, ours to open and enjoy.

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