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Alan Bragg Obituary


ALAN WAYNE BRAGG
February 13, 1959 ~ April 25, 2013

Alan Bragg was born in Roseville, California, on February 13, 1959. He grew up in Sacramento and moved to Vancouver, Washington, in the early 1990s, where he remained until his passing on April 25, 2013.

He is survived by his wife Marianne, and two sons, Joshua and David, all of Vancouver. He also leaves his parents, Reggie and Shirley Bragg of Sacramento, and two sisters, Deborah Harrison of Folsom, California, and Carrie Bragg of Sparks, Nevada.

Starting at an early age and throughout his life, Alan worked as an auto mechanic. He was a registered ASE Master Mechanic and spent the majority of his career working in dealerships. He became self employed in 2004. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, riding one of his Harley motorcycles, and spending time with family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions can be made to a favorite charity in Alan's memory. There will be a celebration of life for Alan at his home on Saturday, May 4, starting at 1 p.m.

Alan will always be remembered as a loving son, brother, father, uncle, husband and friend.

Please sign Alan's Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Apr. 27, 2013.
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Alan I think of you often. Dave was Robbs best man at his wedding...You would be very proud of the awesome man he has become! Rest in peace my friend.

Cheryl Meade

Friend

April 22, 2019

I know you are not alone since you left us. By now your dad Reggie and your sister Deborah have joined you. I hope that you and your dad have gone fishing together like you always enjoyed. We have an addition to our family. Douglas, my great grandson, is 3 years old and he will be joined by a new brother in June. I miss you all so much. Carrie, Christie and Shaun are a great comfort to me. I may join you all in the near future. I will be 83 this November. I am grateful for my wonderful family. Your Mom Shirley Bragg

April 21, 2019

Alan you are missed dearly . You had an amazing personality & also a very close friend .! You are missed . RIP Happy Easter 2019 . Fly , fly fly Freely .♥♥

Kimberly Bollinger/Hodapp

Classmate

April 21, 2019

Thanks Mike Carson. Alan would really get a kick out of your gesture. He loved that bike! Ride safely. Shirley, Alan's Mom

November 13, 2013

Alan, i never met you, but somehow, i ended up with your FXR. Wish you were here to tell me all the work you put into it but the care and attention to detail is obvious. You must have been a helluva mechanic. I'm going to fix your photo to the underside of the seat so your spirit can still ride the beast. Rest in peace.

Mike Carson

November 11, 2013

Marianne and family, I'm sorry to read this news. I called his cell number today. How many times in the last year I meant to call, but never did. I know the struggles he went through since we last worked together. That photo at his work bench is how I will always remember him.

Andres Dominguez

June 21, 2013

You left us way too soon my little brother. You have always had a special place in my heart and will forever. Someday over the rainbow we shall drive fast like maniacs again together! We know that you are no longer in pain and for that we are truly thankful. You know what you always said "S___ happens" and sometimes it happens way way too soon.
We love you.
Deborah Harrison, Greg Fazzio, Abby,ZoE,Tucker,Riley and PeeWee Einstein.

May 5, 2013

Alan was great to work with, and he was always so helpful in doing work on my cars. My thoughts go out to his family and friends; he will be greatly missed.

Carl Johnson

May 4, 2013

My husband and I bowled with Alan; he also did mechanic work on our cars. I remember Al as talented, friendly and funny. MaryAnne, I'm very sorry for your loss. And I can relate to what you are going through - I lost my John on April 7th. I wish the Docs in the world could figure out how to kick cancers butt. Take care.

Renee Hubbell

May 4, 2013

Dear brother...You wil and always will be greatly missed. You gave me a lifetime of caring and always willing to listen and give a helping hand. My children and I love you very much!

Carrie Bragg

April 30, 2013

Alan was the best friend a car-girl could have. He was always ready to talk to me re my car troubles. Whether it was a classic or a daily driver, he would set a time as soon as he possibly could to work on my cars. If I wanted to stick around while he worked to ask a million questions, he never minded. He would always catch me up on his parents and family and, of course, his cars and motorcycles. He was the best!

Carla

April 29, 2013

Alan you will be missed. I learned alot working next to you in those last years at the dealership. You have left all of us way too early in your life. RIP buddy!

Gavin Nelson

April 29, 2013

Alan, you were a wonderful son in law and friend. You continued to be wonderful company and a friend all thru your illness. We will always treasure our time together

Jim & Barbara Sly

April 29, 2013

Just want to express our condolences to Alans family.He was a great guy,very nice and very friendly.And a great machanic.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Take care.
Lois Swarthout and Patrick Wagner

Lois Swarthout

April 29, 2013

Alan, rest in peace.

Peter Vaughan

April 29, 2013

Sending you Angel Wing Hugs of comfort.

Sheila Sanders

April 29, 2013

Mariann,Joshua,and David
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Alan will surely be missed.
God bless you all
Lee & Debbie Sanchagrin

April 28, 2013

Our hearts go out to all of Alan's family. We will always remember the first time we met Alan when he and Marianne rode up to my mother's 90th birthday celebration on their Harley. She got such a kick out of that. He was so kind and considerate that day and every time we've seen him since. We'll miss him at Sly family gatherings.

Anne (Jim's cousin) and Gary Olson

Anne & Gary Olson

April 28, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to all of you. As you all know Alan was a remarkable man who helped make my son the man he is now by taking the time to be the dad he didn't have. I will be forever grateful.

cheryl meade

April 28, 2013

To our son: We know you held on as long as you could but the pain and suffering are now gone. You didn't want to leave us. We will miss you every day, especially our weekly phone calls. You were always fun to talk to and had such a good sense of humor. Rest in peace. We love you. Mom and Dad

Mom and Dad

April 28, 2013

My prayers and blessings go out to all of Alan's family & boys. I will always remember Alan from Foothill High school. I remember riding bicycles, and going to the baseball field with him. We had lots of good times along with great talks. Alan you will be missed my friend.the Sky is the limit...

Kimberly Bollinger Hodapp

April 27, 2013

To my dear brother who gave me a lifetime of joy being my big brother. I love you very much and we will meet again someday!

Carrie Bragg

April 27, 2013

Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love; The Wilson's

April 27, 2013

To Marianne and Everyone in Alan's Family. We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Rick & Alexandra Tilp

Rick Tilp

April 27, 2013

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