Obituary of Brian Hiltz

Brian R. Hiltz, Jr. of Dracut, formerly of Woburn, Aug. 5, died tragically at the age of 6 years old. Cherished son of Brian & Lilla(Pace) Hiltz of Dracut formerly of Woburn and Jennifer A. (Maggelet) Smith of Woburn. Loving brother of Madyson, Braedyn & Brandon Hiltz and Skylar Smith. Grandson of Virginia & Douglas Hiltz of Woburn, Randy Maggelet of Medford & Susan Maggelet of Everett and William & Joann Pace of Everett. Great grandson of Alice Hiltz of Woburn. Nephew of John & Cindy Bradley of Peabody, Nanci Hiltz & Nicole Hiltz both of Woburn. Funeral from the Edward V. Sullivan Funeral Home, 43 Winn St., BURLINGTON (Exit 34 off Rt. 128, Woburn side) on Tuesday, Aug. 10 at 9 a.m. Followed by Mass of Christian Burial in St. Margaret’s Church, 111 Winn St., Burlington at 10 a.m. Visiting hours Monday 4-8 p.m. Interment in Woodbrook Cemetery, Woburn. Memorials in Brian’s name may be made to Make A Wish Foundation, One Bulfinch Place, 2nd Floor, Boston, MA 02114 www.mass.wish.org I would like to start by thanking everyone for uniting in this tragic time to not only mourn the loss but celebrate a life…. When I think of Brian, so many different feelings and emotions come to my mind…. Happiness and innocence because Brian was and still is beautiful, perfect angelic being. Brian encompasses so many qualities that brought happiness to others’. He was full of energy and life, friendly and polite, thoughtful and respectful, but most of all loving and sweet. I can always remember being out and about and Brian would always engage others, whether known to him well or a stranger. He would always say, “How are you”, “Have a nice day”, and “Isn’t it a beautiful day”. For example being at the McDonald’s drive thru, he would say “thank you and have a nice day”, before the McDonald’s worker would have a chance to say this, and of course it would always make me smile and chuckle. Brian always asking us how our day was and if we had a good day at work. I can remember Brian getting excited about something, whether going someplace or simply watching something on TV and kicking his hands and feet, and I know all of you know what I am talking about…. No matter what life threw in Brian’s direction he always found a way to smile, and a smile from Brian is contagious, and others would smile along with him. I feel sorrow that he is gone. Knowing that he will not be joining his brother’s and sister for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Knowing he will no longer play with his brother’s and sister’s and or friends. Knowing he will never play a sport or ride his bike. Knowing he will never splash in the tub. Knowing we can no longer tuck him in at night with kisses and hugs, telling one another, I Love You. Knowing we will not see him start the first grade, not seeing him graduate high school or graduate from college, not being able to see him excel in a sport or sports, like being the next Tom Brady. But most of all not being able to see him, reach, ascertain or accomplish his dreams and goals. I feel angry because this six year old boy was taken from us suddenly, tragically and unfairly. Brian has been robbed of his future and life. Brian belongs here breathing and living like the rest of us. Why was God unfair, why is God causing us so much heart ache and pain? Plainly, why has God decided to be harsh? People keep saying God had a reason to chose and call upon Brian; however, no reason will justify or help any of us to fully understand his plan. A child is put on this earth to live, learn, and grow. A child is a gift. Lastly I feel hope because Brian is now at peace. All burdens and heart ache Brian might have carried is gone. Brian is now a sweet angel being called for by our Heavenly Father. So, we all need to think that every time the wind blows, or the sun shines, if it rains or if it snows, remember it will be Brian reaching out to us. Every time we cry remember Brian will be wiping them away. Every time your heart feels empty Brian will try to fill it. So let us not think of Brian as gone, even though we cannot see, hear, touch, smell, kiss or hug him, he is always here. We did our best to care for, raise and protect Brian, now it will be Brian caring for and protecting us. We all now have Brian as a guardian angel. So here is to you sweet Brian…… We Love You Always…… We Miss You Always…… A piece of our hearts are shattered and empty, however, you will never be forgotten. Rest in peace sweet boy……