Brian James Bellgraph, age 47, of Grandville, was called to his heavenly home on Wednesday, February 5, 2020.  He was preceded in death by his father, Lester Bellgraph.  He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Jennifer; two sons, Logan and Ian; mother, Ava Jo Bellgraph;  sisters, Rachel Bellgraph, Renee and Tony Pham; parents-in-law, Dave and Pat Hurley; sister-in-law Jodi Hurley; brothers-in-law, Jeffrey and Jeremy Hurley;  several nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.  Brian was a loving, caring husband and father.  Everything he did was for his kids, wife, and youth hockey.  He was an Associate Coach in Chief for USA Hockey, District Director and District Coaching Director for District 6, and former varsity coach for Grand Rapids Public Schools.  Everyone who met Brian became a priority to him.   Relatives and friends may meet the family from 4 to 8 pm Monday, February 10 with a time for sharing at 6:00 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW.  In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial contributions to Michigan Amateur Hockey Association (MAHA), District 6, PO Box 411, Shelbyville, MI, 49344.

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February 14, 2020 8:54pm
We will miss him dearly. His smile and laugh was contagious. With love from the Hartford crew.

- Desi Brewster

February 14, 2020 8:51pm
Brian you will be missed from your friends in Hartford

- Ralph bailey

February 12, 2020 7:04am
Jenn, Very sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. Much love and prayers for you and your sons.

- Mark Minier

February 11, 2020 4:27am
Brian was one of the nicest guys to chat with, I will miss his weekly visits to the Court and listening to his passionate stories about hockey and his family. He always ended his visits with a smile and "have fun". My deepest sympathy to his family, he will be missed.

- Colleen Sharrow

February 10, 2020 2:40pm
Brian always came into our office with a smile and story. My heart breaks for his family. He was truly a kind, wonderful person and we will miss him greatly at the Kent County Clerks Office. My prayers are with the family😥🙏🙏

- Cheryl Wilson

February 09, 2020 11:35am
Jenn, Logan, & Ian, Just found about Brian's passing. Know our prayers are with you. We are out of the country on a mission trip, but felt we needed to reach out. Brian will be missed. Always part of our Hockey family...

- Seth & Jason Parsons

February 09, 2020 10:01am
No words! Just to darn young. My prayers to his Family Jen, Logen, Ion, And his mom Jo

- Sharon Lee

February 08, 2020 12:49pm
Jenn, Logan, Ian, No words truly can express the shock & sorrow we have felt for all of you in Brian's sudden passing. The sadness in it all truly breaks my heart as I'm sure all of yours are breaking. It's ok to go through all the emotions of being mad, angry, hurt & loved, it will all bring you back to the happy memories you all have of Brian. May you all take comfort from each other at this time & the time to come. Brian truly will be missed by all.

- Chuck & Alice

February 08, 2020 12:41pm
JENN, LOGAN ,IAN . My deepest condolences to you on the sudden heartbreaking death of your husband and father. My love and thoughts are with you. Sharon Graham

- Sharon Graham

February 08, 2020 4:27am
Brian was Quinten's first hockey coach and had such a positive impact on him. He will be missed. I am truly so very sorry for your loss Jenn, Logan, and Ian.

- Kristi DeMyer

February 07, 2020 11:27pm
Gone Too Soon . Rest in Peace my Friend ...

- Bruce Mihalovits

February 07, 2020 2:23pm
Jenn, Logan and Ian, I am so very sorry for your loss. Blessings of peace to you and your entire family. Erin Briggs

- Erin Briggs

February 07, 2020 10:28am
Jenn, Logan, Ian, and extended family, I share your grief in your loss and the joy of your knowledge of his salvation. I got to know Brian and the family through his coaching at GRPS. I have been blessed to have known Brian and Jenn and the boys. May the God of all comfort fill the hole in your heart with comfort and peace.

- Bruce and Deb Dubbink and family

February 07, 2020 10:19am
I STILL NEED YOU...I love you so much big brother ...I have so much to say but it’s a jumbled mess in my head ...keep watch over us with dad now

- Rachel Bellgraph

February 07, 2020 10:14am
Please know what a major positive impact your Brian made on our son Jake, nicknamed Goose. He took to hockey in the 10th grade and Brian told him so many things that helped him learn and grow. Sometimes he told him things he did not want to hear like a good coach should! We are shocked to learn of his untimely passing! Godspeed to you all!

- Mary Ogle / Mother Goose

February 07, 2020 8:43am
Growing up, you were a part of our family, and though the years have passed, the feelings haven't. You will be missed by us all. Godspeed to you Brian, may the Lord bless you and keep you.

- William H Everett

February 07, 2020 7:47am
I have known and worked with Brian for over 15 years. I will miss our phone calls about the many orders we sent to him. The problems, complaints and just plain chatting. His life was taken much to early and he will be missed by so many. May he rest in peace.

- Roni Aittama

February 07, 2020 5:08am
Brian, I will miss talking to you while you were researching at Hudsonville court! You were an easy going guy with a lot to say and easy to talk to! I am praying for Jenn, Logan and Ian and hope you all find comfort in the days to come.

- Audrey

February 07, 2020 3:54am
The Hockey world was shook today as a brother was taken too early and will be missed by so many, our deepest condolences and prayers through this hard time.

- Jim Crawford & family

February 07, 2020 3:29am
Jenn, Logan and Ian, Brian was way more to me then a Nephew, he was a friend, and a son to me. from the time he was little to the end he was special to me. i loved Golfing with him and Logan and Brent. I will miss him deeply. All my love to you RIP Brian

- Uncle Paul




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