Sue Myrick: “Brian Matthew Eichenbrenner of Charlotte, NC, died in the early hours of Saturday morning, June 7, 1997, just 4 days…”

“Brian Matthew Eichenbrenner of Charlotte, NC, died in the early hours of Saturday morning, June 7, 1997, just 4 days before his 18th birthday. He was valedictorian of Providence Day School, and he also received the Headmaster's Award. He was the founder and president of the Society for the Political Advancement of Mankind, an Eagle Scout in Troop 133, and a faithful member of Sardis Presbyterian Church, president of SADD, member of the Cum Laude Society, Outdoors Club; the list goes on. Brian had every right to be openly proud of all of his achievements, but he shunned the praise these distinctions gave him. His life goal was to help others help themselves. One would always see Brian cheering on a fellow swimmer or tutoring a peer or performing a simple act of friendship or love that he freely gave to the world. His family, community, and all who knew Brian Eichenbrenner feel the void of his death and appreciate the gifts and values he instilled in their lives. In lieu of achieving his earthly goals, he will be with the Lord, watching over the people he so dearly loved.”