It is with a heavy heart that we learn that Brian Russell, President of Bryston passed away on Saturday from an apparent heart attack. We will provide details as we learn more. In a blog posting, Brian’s colleague James Tanner wrote:
Hi Folks,
Saturday I lost a terrific friend and business associate.
Brian Russell passed away in his sleep Saturday from a suspected heart attack. He was 68. I worked with Brian for over 45 years and he was the most kind and caring individual I have ever known. He came across as a rough gruff bear of a guy but deep down he had the emotions of a teddy bear.
I will miss him a lot and I am still in disbelief over this.
james
I was deeply saddened to hear this news. Brian was a wonderful, kind, and spirited man. He never hesitated to challenge me when I deserved it, and he instinctively seemed to know when I needed some light hearted humour. Our sincerest condolences to his family personally and to his Bryston family.
My sincerest condolences to you and the Bryston family! May he rest in eternal peace.
Such a devastating loss to his family and children, Bryston family, and all who were touched by his kind heart, humour, laugh and smile. He was such a gentle giant, a big teddy bear and always a great conversationalist!
I will miss him deeply!
My sincerest condolences to his family.
Barbara J.
Brian, as you have now reached eternal love and peace, I too, send you my love ❤️Dj
Sincere condolences to his family and the whole Bryston family,
Such sad news. Sincerest condolences to Brian’s family and everyone at Bryston. Brian’s remarkable contribution to the world of great audio in the service of great music will never be forgotten.