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Whenever I’d see Brian on the West Coast, he always had a smile and a good word. He was truly a genuine human being. The canine world lost a good friend to all. My best to his family.
BARBARA MILLER
My beautiful friend, an amazing man, my forever fiancé since I was 16, a true dog person, Brian Cordova.
I will miss you forever.
I have known you for 38 years. I have so many fun memories, crazy memories, happy memories.
I am still so in shock you are no longer here on earth, my Tulip Daffodil.
Forever in my heart.
ALEX POLIKOWSKY
I met Brian a few times; I’m a small fish in the big pond of the Sport of Dogs. Brian made me feel an equal, he made me feel special and important...the loss of this wonderful man is a great loss to our Dog Show Family.
He will be missed greatly. May he RIP. Prayers for all those whose lives he touched.
DEBBI FOUST
WYSTERIA HAVANESE
It is a very sad day to hear of someone’s passing, who always put a smile on my face. Although we lived on opposite coasts, the few times I would see him, it was as if we spoke every day. The conversation was always comfortable, funny and engaging. Brian was brilliant, no matter what he did. He was a great Poodle breeder and handler. That ring, in particular, will surely miss him and I was lucky to have him as a colleague.
My condolences to the Showsight family.
PATRICIA PROCTOR
FIELD DIRECTOR, CONFORMATION AKC
Meeting Brian Cordova for the first time left quite an impression. Our initial interaction took place at the Rio Hondo Kennel Club’s show in Pomona, California, where my breed had supported the entry. I was busily grooming a dog when I was introduced to this Poodle exhibitor with a lively manner and a steady gaze. In no time, Brian drew the attention of everyone within shouting distance, regaling the crowd with stories that left everyone in stitches. The act was quintessential Brian. Few people, in or out of dogs, could match his comedic timing and quick wit. Brian loved an audience and he knew how to work a crowd. However, his stories weren’t told just for laughs. Each tall tale was carefully crafted using the names of legendary (and infamous) figures within the dog sport. Brian certainly knew his subject mat- ter. He had an encyclopedic mind when it came to the sport of dogs, and he counted many acclaimed breeders, handlers and judges among his many friends. These relationships were important to Brian, and he enjoyed every opportunity to get together with his chosen family. He particularly loved gather- ing with his local SoCal crew. These intimates will surely miss Brian’s larger-than-life personality most of all. To everyone who knew and loved him, may Brian’s memory bring a smile to your face and leave a lasting impression on your heart.
DAN SAYERS
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IN MEMORY OF BRIAN CORDOVA