Our Zeta Pi Chapter of Sigma Pi at Oakland University mourns the loss of Brother Bryan Michael Urben, 40.
July 31, 1978 – Dec. 9, 2018
[Alpha Beta Pledge Class, Winter 1998]
Bryan and Trish at Orchid Ball 2016
Bryan and his kids at Disney in 2018.
“He was one of the most sincere people I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. His life always seemed full of the things that made him happy, at least if his smile was any gauge of it—he always wore one.” – Brother Rob Ray
“My fraternity brother Bryan, who was always willing to help out someone in need… Bryan was genuine, kind, intelligent and funny. Bryan left us way too early and will be forever missed. Bryan was everything you wanted in a brother and he was a role model to many.” – Brother Matt Karrandja
“He was one of the most solid people you could ever meet. Fraternity Brother, Father, husband, friendly to all he ever met. He always went out of his way to say hi, acknowledge you. The world lost a fantastic person.” – Brother John Zielke
“I am shell shocked to learn of the passing of a dear fraternity brother… Bryan, you were always smiling. I can remember when you rushed and I thought to myself that you just embodied our ideals. You translated that into a beautiful life with a beautiful family. I am absolutely gutted. Tonight, I will hold my loved ones even closer. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I know that your strong legacy lives on. Rest in peace, my brother…until we meet again.” – Brother Scott Benoot
After coordinating with Bryan’s wife, the Sigma Pi – Oakland Chapter and Alumni created a GoFundMe account , and donations go directly to Bryan’s family. Visitation services were held on Friday, Dec. 14 from 2-8pm, with rosary and a fraternal service at 7pm at A.J. Desmond and Sons Price Chapel, 3725 Rochester Rd., Troy (between Big Beaver and Wattles).
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Patrizia Urben for their childrens’ college.
May light eternal shine upon him. Prayers for him and his family.