In Memory of Brian Bilcher

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My name is Brittani. Today I did the 9-11 stair climb in Colorado.Upon arrival to the climbing site, I recieved a sticker with the name BRIAN BILCHER, and his picture right beside it to wear on my shirt for the climb. I was climibing with ALL the 9-11 heros in mind, but MOSTLY BRIAN. I felt as if I was climbing for HIM! I did the entire climb without stopping, and I feel as if BRIAN was right there helping me up those stairs! Im sure he was an amazing person, and I want to send my thoughts and prayers to his friends and family! I CLIMBED TODAY FOR BRIAN! God Bless you all!

*** Posted by Brittani Weber on 2011-09-11 ***

Miss your smiling face. :(

*** Posted by Linda on 2011-09-11 ***

I never met Brian but today on the 10th anniversary of 9-11 I wanted to do something special for all that lost their lives. I participated in the 9-11 Memorial Stair Climb at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Colorado sponsored by the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation and was given Brian to climb in rememberance. It was a moving day that I have committed to doing every year and recruiting others to participate. I look forward to representing Brian again and all others who lost their lives. A man who lost his life way too young.

*** Posted by Donna Wiss on 2011-09-11 ***

We grew up in the same neighborhood Caselton Corners, truly a wonderful friend and neighbor. Unties on Potter Ave....RIP

*** Posted by Laurie Burns on 2011-09-11 ***

10 years gone by and it still hurts - I miss you brother. watch over us - God bless you

*** Posted by Greg Moore on 2011-09-11 ***

Mio Querido

I miss you so much...it's been so many years and I still cherish the memories. We had so much fun. You are never far in my thoughts always near in my heart and your smile fills my dreams. Peace always...mio querido.

*** Posted by Michelle Boria on 2011-05-03 ***

I never met Brian, but last week on a very busy day of rushing around with Christmas returns and errands, I had the PRIVILEGE of meeting his mom. A simple comment as a fellow shopper in TJ MAXX led to a lengthy conversation.... I met Brian through her words, and her beaming smile when she spoke of him, and the tears in her eyes as she merely touched upon her grief. We shared smiles and tears in that brief meeting, and Brian touched me on that day through Irene. I may never see her again, but I will remember both of them, always. Thank you, Brian, for serving the people of NYC and for your selfless sacrifice for this country. You are a hero.

*** Posted by Nancy on 2011-01-10 ***

Happy birthday, Brian. I miss you. We need you, so please watch over us.

I love you forever and always,
Cousin Darcy

*** Posted by Lorna O'Hara on 2010-12-23 ***

Nine years have gone by, nine years too many. I think of you often, and I feel you around me as well — watching, laughing, and smiling. Your love of life continues to be an inspiration to me and to so many that you touched, yet my heart can't help but hurt just that little bit. But no worries, buddy. It's all good. God bless you, my friend, and thank you for continuing to be part of my life.

*** Posted by Greg Moore on 2010-09-12 ***

Brian Bilcher was the best friend a guy could ask for. He was my best man at my wedding on 9/11/99. How ironic is that... He was a real man's man.... we had so many adventures it's hard to pick one out and tell it. We have been to the farthest corners of this great country and had so many laughs and saw so much sunsets and sunrises, clear blue skies and black clouds... All I can say is that he went the way he would have wanted to do helping others through the hardest day of their life... It's as if the job was created just for him. He lived it, loved it, and died for it. Who could ask for anything more of a person? If you knew him, you should be proud that he was a part of your life, because it was an honor calling him my friend. RIP BRIAN BILCHER (and keep them on ice, we will meet again soon enough)......God Bless

*** Posted by andrew mcdaniel on 2010-09-11 ***

I can't believe it's been 9 years. Unbelievable occurrences in our lives seldom feel old, but rather like a new cut, still fresh in our minds and just as painful. We lost a lot of friends and family that day, as we are all brothers and sisters, long lost or not. All of my best friends that I now consider family were complete strangers to me at one time. It just goes to show that we really are all family, even if we choose not to acknowledge it.

Of all deaths that occurred that day, however, none pained my family more than the loss of Brian. He was my Uncle Andy's best friend. I remember, if even only for a few years, how tight they were and how I hoped I had friendship like that when I was a grown man. I feel that I do and I can recognize it because of those two. I think my fondest memories of Brian was going to his house on Sunday's during football season. You would think it was the Super Bowl every Sunday in their house. And I remember my Aunt Virginia and Tina hanging out and everybody just happy to be together. Good times.

I also remember when I got the news of news and was crushed by the fact that someone who didn't give a moment's thought about giving his life for a complete stranger lost his life to someone who couldn't possibly understand that idea. And when I ended up getting deployed to the gulf with the heartbreak of what happened to my family, my friends, my city and my country on a whole still fresh in my heart, I recall how my OIC asked if I wanted Brian's name and squad put on a bomb. I think that I have never been more sure of an idea in my life when I told them no. I explained that Brian was with the world famous Squad 1, a unit that was highly regarded for what they did best, preserve life. I said that if they wanted to put their names somewhere, put it on the side of an aircraft that saved like a search and rescue H-60. I was told they did and I was proud of my choice, as I hope it made Brian proud, especially of his own accomplishments and what he meant to everyone from his wife and kid to the world who got to witness his steadfast spirit.

Brother, you are what we all hope to be and you continue to live on in our thoughts and prayers. Those of us that remember that day will never forget you and your fallen brothers. Although we are crushed by the thought of your absence, we are overjoyed at the thought of your place among the true heroes in heaven. Hope they got loud bikes and plenty of winding open country roads for you to ride on for the rest of time.

*** Posted by Peter Ayala on 2010-09-11 ***

We will never lose you, but if we do, it shall always be a dream.

*** Posted by Grant Bilcher on 2010-07-29 ***

I think I understand now why it is that, when you ask older people about Pearl Harbor or when Kennedy was assassinated, they remember exactly where they were or what they were doing. Not a day goes by that I don't think of you, my old friend. I'll always remember going to the gym, working on Wave Street, and sharing a house. September 11th always makes me cry, and I have no shame because there are thousands of other people who have people they miss also.

*** Posted by Chris Lundwall on 2010-06-23 ***

Brian is always remembered when 9/11 comes around again and when the news talks of our heroes fallen in the war. I remember him from high school and what fun we had. I wish his family all blessings to help heal and grow with the love he left them with.

*** Posted by Maureen on 2009-01-14 ***

Merry Christmas.

I love you,
Darcy

*** Posted by Lorna O'Hara on 2008-12-24 ***

I love you and miss you!

*** Posted by Lorna O'Hara on 2008-09-25 ***

I feel robbed of my chance to catch up with my old friend, my old roommate, every time this date comes around again.
I send only the best thoughts to his wife Tina and son Grant, who I have only heard about through friends. From what I heard, he was nothing but happy with his life.
Tina, I'm so sorry for your loss. I wish I could have gotten to meet you.
Thinking of you,
Michelle

*** Posted by Michelle on 2008-09-12 ***

Here it is again, 9/11... Again thoughts of you and all your fallen brothers come flooding over me. You are a hero, and your wife and son should always be proud of that! You are thought about often. Prayers and wishes to your family on this somber day. Give them strength and guidance throughout their lives. You are always there to help them, 'cause thats just who you were in life! Missing you always.

*** Posted by Kelly DelloRusso (nee Wood) on 2008-09-11 ***

Today my heart goes out to your family. As the years go on your memory is still strong with me when I visit Cape May. I remember how you used to drag me along to run and how far we'd jog. It's always the simple things that I remember about you. I remember being so scared on those jet skis but you'd be proud I rode a Harley!

*** Posted by Janine O'Hara on 2008-09-11 ***

When I become a little down or shallow about my life, I look at your and your son's picture posted on my desk and remember how not to feel sorrow or regret. I hear your voice tell me things about the bigger picture in life. I miss you. I wish you could be here for our other cousin hurting right now, but I know you are in spirit. You are missed even now by all who loved you.

*** Posted by Janine O'Hara on 2008-05-28 ***

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