In Memory of a Great Friend and Fellow Egger

Wolfpack

This hits like a ton of bricks- The outpouring of love from you all speaks to the man’s virtue. May we all be remembered as fondly. The world is a sadder place today and my heartfelt sympathies to Nicole. 

JohnEggGio

Stunned.  So very sorry for family, and so many friends.  He was a prominent figure on the forum that I will miss.  By all appearances, those who knew him were blessed.  Rest In Peace, brother Brent.

GoooDawgs

Completely shocked and saddened by this.   The forum wont be the same without @bgebrent.  Thank you for the amazing posts, tips and advice over the years.   You will be truly missed. 

theyolksonyou

As I read through this incredible thread, here’s what I realize.  I’m incredibly lucky.  I feel sorry for all you suckers who didn’t get to spend time with Brent.  I did.  It wasn’t enough.  I want more.  But, I did.  I’m lucky.  I met him.  I got to know him.  I got to know Nicole.  I’m thankful.  I’m sad.  I’m privileged.  Mostly, I’m sad and wrapped up in self pity.  I’m lucky. 

Canugghead

Really shocked and sad to hear this. Never met Brent but as others have mentioned, he was often the first to comment on others posts with kind words and helpful nuggets. This is a lesser place without him. RIP Brent and say Hello to Little Steven and Shane for us. 

Eoin

Brent seemed like a guy who lived life to the full. He didn't waste his time on this Earth. Condolences to Nichole and his family, he will be missed on the forum.

RIP

CPFC1905

Like others, stunned by this news.  My condolences to his family and everyone close to him.
It has made me pause for thought about forums.  A few letters and a tiny picture on my laptop screen does not feel like a real person, then this happens and I feel so, so sad.  
Perhaps I should just reflect on how nice it was to have enjoyed his online company. And of course appreciate what I have & live every moment in his spirit of community, friendship and humour.
RIP Brent.

Jupiter Jim

theyolksonyou said:

As I read through this incredible thread, here’s what I realize.  I’m incredibly lucky.  I feel sorry for all you suckers who didn’t get to spend time with Brent.  I did.  It wasn’t enough.  I want more.  But, I did.  I’m lucky.  I met him.  I got to know him.  I got to know Nicole.  I’m thankful.  I’m sad.  I’m privileged.  Mostly, I’m sad and wrapped up in self pity.  I’m lucky. 

Well said Brother Yolk! I'm Lucky too!

Killit_and_Grillit

Brent, brother you will he missed! I learned so much about so many things. There really are no words for a man like you. It was an honor to know you. 

GrateEggspectations

Truly tragic and unexpected. His departure will leave a significant void on this forum and beyond. 

As with others, I regrettably never had the opportunity to meet Brent in person, but he was a prolific poster, entertaining contributor, seemingly did a lot of good and meant a great deal to a lot of people. 

Condolences. Peace. 

RRog17

I parked next to Brent at Butt Blast 1. We introduced ourselves and talked briefly a few times that day. I missed BB2 because of Furniture market that year. The next year my family was able to make it back to BB3. We were walking across the parking lot to the festivities and Brent came out to meet us and said hello. He said he was glad to see us and glad we made it back this year. No idea how he remembered us but so kind.
Prayers for Nichole and family. 
RIP Brent!!! 

Hoster05

Never met the man but damn if I didn’t have a hard time choking my coffee down this morning reading this.  I’ll never forgot reading his cooks and trying to replicate.  I will also never forget the first time he commented on one of posts with the classic “good looking Cook brother”.  It felt like I received a badge of honor by getting him to comment on my work.  Life is precious.   

DoubleEgger

RRog17 said:

No idea how he remembered us but so kind.

I can tell you why. He loved people. If you met him once, you were a friend. 

JohnInCarolina

Foghorn

He befriended me on the forum and we exchanged some public and private messages.  He befriended my son at Brisket Camp.  And obviously, he befriended many of us in deep and meaningful ways.  

He will be sorely missed.  

As we go forward, I think we can all strive to be better by trying to be a little more like Brent.

shtgunal3

I am truly sorry to hear this news. RIP brother you and your post will be missed.

TTC

Ouch. Like others never had the pleasure of meeting him but wish I did.  

Praying his family and for all of you who were close to Brent. 

Biggreenpharmacist

I don’t even know what to say. Just sickening. We’ll miss you, brother. Prayers for the family. RIP

piney

Without a doubt he was the nicest person I have ever met, no only to me but to everyone he came in contact with. But as you can see from all the comments he was a true friend to all it didn't matter who you were, what your education, occupation, race, gender, or political views (other than airports) he was a true, genuine friend to all. God I'm gonna miss him.
 

bubbajack

Sad times...D and I had a great time cooking with Brent and Nichole this year at BB2019. Was a fantastic guy and a friend to many and will be missed greatly. Praying for the family. RIP brother Brent.

dstearn

So sorry to hear. RIP Brent.

AppStateDDS

Wow, this sucks.  Never met the guy, but like has been said already on this thread, the comments here are a testament to the man.  Thoughts out to his wife and family.  

abtaylor260

He looked like a really cool fun loving guy. So sad.

Carolina Q

Very sad news indeed! He was a great contributor here, not to mention a fine cook! I never had the pleasure of meeting him, but judging from the outpouring here, that was certainly my loss. My sincere condolences to family and friends. RIP, Brent.

hoosier_egger

This is so terribly sad. I had the pleasure of meeting Brent and his lovely bride at ButtBlast this year, along with several of you here.

His energy was contagious. I've had a lot of fun with him here for years. Sad days ahead for many of us here.

dmchicago

I keep hoping this is a very bad prank. Very sad, indeed.

R.I.P. Brent.

hoosier_egger

As I sit here reminiscing, I very clearly remembered Friday night at ButtBlast this year. @MaskedMarvel just broke out a couple guitars and he and Brent were having a little jam session. Nichole was sitting on a picnic table next to me and as Brent was playing and singing she looked at me and said  " That man is just amazing. There isn't anything that he can't do."

Their love for each other was undeniable.

leemschu

I will miss Brent. We never met but exchanged some PMs from time to time. He was always one that offered help, advice, or just reassurance. His posts were always ones that I would stop and read even in some of the long endless threads.

Carolina Q

Brent accomplished a great deal in his lifetime! Most impressive! He was born about 75 miles from where I live. Didn't know he was from Mass.

https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/atlanta/obituary.aspx?n=brent-murphey&pid=193603752

gonepostal

Shocked beyond belief to read this today. I thought about Brent several times this week. I “borrowed” a side item from one of his many incredible food posts a few years back. And while on vacation earlier last week I cooked it 3 times. To say that we love it is a huge understatement. I’m glad to say that I was able to thank him for that in person at BB. 

And when we got back from our trip I jumped on the forum before heading to bed. It was pushing 10 pm central time and there was Brent commenting on what seemed to be every post on the front page. I remember turning to the clock and just smiling...

i can’t say that I knew Brent well but I can say that I was in awe of him. And I can say that if I saw a food post by him that I opened it every single time. This one’s for you brother...