Brian K. Lindell
Posted By Ballard Sunder Funeral Home On December 15, 2020 @ 12:22 pm In 2020,Obituaries | 23 Comments
Brian Lindell, of Jordan, MN was born into eternal life on December 12th, 2020.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date when it is safe to gather. In lieu of flowers and other gifts, memorials for Brian can be shared c/o Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation; 104 First Street West; Jordan, MN 55352. All donations made in Brian’s honor will go to fund a cause that was so important to him and his family. Work is currently being done to set up a scholarship bearing his name at Minneapolis College that will help others within the school and the same program that meant so much to him.
On August 24, 1979, Brian Kenneth Lindell was the oldest child born to Denny and Carlonna Lindell. Brian’s early years were spent on the family hobby farm in South Dakota. It was life there on the prairie that Brian developed his strong work ethic, and love for animals and the outdoors.
From an early age, Brian was musically inclined. He was a wonderful singer with a beautiful voice and was a member of the Sioux Falls Boys Choir. Brian was proficient on the piano, played tuba in the school marching and jazz bands, and later even picked up guitar. His love and talent for music allowed him to channel his artistic side, but Brian’s brain was also wired for computer work. He always had a knack and interest in anything related to electronics and technology. He enjoyed learning the mechanics of computers from an early age. Along with his brother, he would take apart any electronics he could in order to get an understanding of how things work.
As a family, the Lindell’s enjoyed lots of special times together. They frequently went camping and took family road trips. Over the years they visited Colorado, California, Tennessee and Florida. They also took many memorable trips to Branson, Yellowstone, and the Black Hills with him sitting in the very back of the family Suburban where he could keep a good eye on his little brother and sister.
Before becoming a high school freshman the Lindell family moved to Chaska, MN where Brian enjoyed extracurricular activities like Choir, Knowledge Bowl, and Band. He was active in his Youth Group at Living Hope Lutheran Church. Brian was also very social within his circle of friends and was frequently the one who organized activities for them, such as hanging out to watch movies, gaming, or a variety of outdoor activities.
After graduating from Chaska High School in 1997 Brian attended the University of Minnesota in Duluth for a couple of years before moving home and transferring to Crown College where he studied computer science and completed his Microsoft Certification. This led Brian into a lucrative career in IT. Over the years he worked for many companies including the headquarters of Best Buy & HighJump Software. Eventually Brian started his own business called Personal Touch Computer Consulting where he specialized in setting up and installing networks for small businesses.
Throughout his life, Brian faced several challenges and struggles. His mental health was something he worked very hard at along with his ongoing recovery from addiction. Brian’s journey taught him how to live one day at a time and the importance of being of service to others. Brian’s experiences shaped the direction of his life and is where his greatest impacts on others can be felt.
In recent years Brian decided to change course from the IT world and restarted his academic studies at Minneapolis College (formerly named Minneapolis Community & Technical College). He studied Addiction Counseling and earned his degree last December. During his time enrolled there he developed wonderful relationships with his professors and classmates. Brian was a tutor, mentor, and leader to the other students, including the student senate and various clubs. He was always helping others and was so wonderful to the people he worked with. Brian was also very active in LEAD MN and advocated for more help for those with addiction during lobbying trips to Washington DC. The next degree Brian pursued was through Augsburg College. He was currently studying Bio-Psychology and was earning high academic marks in all areas of his studies. Brian was working extremely hard with his newfound passion for academics to create a meaningful future for himself and others he planned to encounter and help along the way.
In his free time, Brian enjoyed watching movies and anime. He loved anything sweet, especially Mountain Dew and Jelly Belly candies. Brian had a passion for all things surrounding Japanese culture and hoped to visit the country one day. He also enjoyed camping, rock climbing, and using his new slackline setup. When his parents moved to Jordan, Brian became active in Hope Lutheran Church. He frequently attended the monthly Men’s Breakfast and had the biggest hug ready for Pastor Steve at the end of the service every week.
Although Brian had many hobbies and interests, the most important thing in his life was his family. Brian loved being with his parents and siblings. He was happiest when spending time at the farm or at the cabin with his niece and nephews. They brought such joy into Brian’s life, and he loved them dearly. The Lindell family saw all the good in Brian and supported him through every struggle in life. The love Brian received from his family was truly unconditional.
Brian’s life came to an end much too soon, but his family takes comfort knowing he is now at peace in Heaven. He will be remembered as a sensitive and empathic man. When you were with Brian, you had all of him and could expect one of his famous hugs when he greeted you and before he would let you leave. He made you feel special, important, and understood. He was a true gift to his family and to the world.
Brian will be remembered always by his loving parents, Denny & Carlonna Lindell; siblings, Andrew (Michelle) Lindell and Alissa (Chris) Petersen; nephews and niece, Owen, Claire, Riley and Connor; other loving relatives and many dear friends. Brian was greeted in Heaven by his grandparents.
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I am sorry for your loss. Brian was a beautiful soul who impacted many people. He used his passions to help others and support them in succeeding. I am glad to call him a friend.
To Brian’s family:
We in the Augsburg University community are holding you in prayer. Peace to you in these tender days as you grieve the loss of Brian. May he be held in God’s eternal love.
In prayer, in hope,
Pastor Justin Lind-Ayres and the Augsburg Campus Ministry team
I worked with Brian quite a bit over the past few years at Minneapolis College. Brian had a variety of roles, including student president, and was an absolute joy to work with. He was the epitome of what a leader should be – thoughtful, organized, passionate and a wonderful listener. He made his community better and I was fortunate to have spent time with him.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. It was a pleasure working with Brian while he served as President of the Minneapolis Student Senate. He was truly dedicated to serving and representing students.
Brian was a talented, insightful, and giving student and student leader at Minneapolis College. He brought both his intellect and his heart to both endeavors. He will surely be missed and remembered with much respect and fondness by so many at our College. My deepest condolences to Brian’s family and friends. Sincerely, Gail O’Kane, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Minneapolis College
Brian was my desk buddy at my first class at Minneapolis College. We quickly became friends and study buddies and he helped me get back into the swing of school after years away. The 2 years I was along side him in the program were life changing and Brian was a leader from day 1. He was warm, vulnerable, kind, and offered himself to others with abundance. I often asked him “when do you sleep??” The world is less bright without Brian in it. I grieve for this loss and send all my love to his family, I grieve for his future that he so deserved, and I grieve for all the lives he was eager to change. Rest easy, Brian, and know how loved you are and how much of an impact you made on so many.
Brian is missed in our college community, he helped so many students, staff and faculty; he had a special love for the Collegiate Recovery Program and community where he inspired and lived the message of recovery, education and community to the fullest. My prayers are with the Lindell family and our whole community as I grieve and celebrate Brian.
I’m so very sorry for your family & friends loss. Brian was a very nice man. My deepest condolences to you all.
I am so sorry for the loss of your family member. Brian was a terrific person. He has helped me through my four years of college and without him I don’t think I would be where I am today. Multiple times he stayed up late with me helping me do my APA papers through zoom and I still have trouble figuring them out. When we both were at mctc he was my bingo partner and we did Bingo for the ACC Club I can still remember him calling off numbers. Or saying we have a bingo. His first time walking into an all recovery meeting of how the nervous he was and then he eventually came around. I’m glad to say he didn’t leave that meeting until he graduated . Also, there was a time I went to a play with him and I’ve never really knew about Japanese culture so he had to explain a lot of it to me. These are just a few of handfuls of memories I have. He was a great friend and an awesome person to look up too, he will be missed by many, me included. And again I am so sorry for your loss.
Brian interned at an outpatient addiction treatment center in Minneapolis where I happen to have been giving lecturers the same time.
Brian had a great attitude.
I felt he was following a similar path that I chose.
When I found out Brian decided to go to Augsburg University, it touched me because Augsburg University did so much for me and gave me so much.
Brian would have been a tremendous colleague and leader.
Denny and family,
My condolences to you all. I didn’t know your son but in reading through his obituary he sounds like he was a wonderful, kind, smart, family oriented young man. Wow he accomplished so much and seems to have touched so many. May he Rest In Peace and may you and your family find strength to get through this most difficult time.
Words fail. Silent presence helps, and I wish I could be there with you now to just listen. The obituary was beautiful and a touching glimpse into who Brian was, as I didn’t know him well. My heart aches for you all, and Carlonna, hugs and love.
Ranetta
School in Brandon would not have been the same without Brian. He was a great friend and good soul. I will miss him greatly.
We are so sorry to hear and you are in our thoughts and prayers.
We were blessed by Brian in so many ways and so many times. Working with a brilliant man at HighJump, a Jesus-loving person at church and a loving and compassionate friend at many gatherings over the years, made life richer for me and Julie. An amazing gift… you are missed, Brian.
Our hearts go out to Denny, Carlonna and all his family and many friends.
I’m so sorry for your loss. There are no words of comfort to say right now. They all sound so trite in my head. My heart goes out to you and your family. Please care for each other.
So sorry for your loss. Brian was an amazing person always helping others. I know that he will be free and watch over all of the people he cared about. He is and always will be greatly missed.
I was privileged enough to have met Brian two years ago and experience his kindness, compassion, and warmth. His generosity and willingness to help is something I will not soon forget. Peace and love to his family during this difficult time.
The world is one star dimmer but heaven is one star brighter. Brian was an absolute joy to be around. His passion to serve and make a difference were inspiring to many. He was always eager to help bring about change and always with zeal. It was an absolute pleasure to work alongside him and grow in friendship with him. Through our time and travels our peers and I watched Brian grow in leadership and work at being the best servant leader he could. He is dearly missed, and will always be remembered for his kind hearted nature, strong work ethic and passion to learn. Denny, Carlonna and family you remain in my prayers.
Thinking of you Alissa. What a tricky time of year to manage grief, ugh.
Take care, Anne
I had the privliege of meeting Brian through his advocacy and leadership with the Minneapolis College Student Senate. Brian was always so kind and welcoming. He always had a smile on his face which made me smile as well. He had a great work ethic and was a friend to everyone. I am so saddened to read of his passing. To Brian’s family, please know that I will not forget him and will always remember his kindness and friendship.
We are very sorry for your loss. Brian was an amazing person and a great friend. We will miss him dearly. Thoughts and prayers to the Lindell family.
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Dear Denny, Carlona, AJ, and Alissa,
Our hearts ache for you. Know that we are thinking of you, and will keep your family in prayer.
John and Joan Gadbois