I finally met Bryan by chance investigating a high rise fatal fire in Rochester a few years ago, after his wife had passed. I had heard so much good about him from other firefighters that worked with him, and our chat that day was memorable for me. I’m blessed to have met him!
I’ve worked with Brian for over 30 years. He was one of the hardest working individuals I have ever worked with. 12 to 16 hour days were the norm for him, and he was happy as long as he made it home to his Elsie and his dog. He will be missed.
I was so very sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. Just a week or two before, we worked together on a fire investigation for one of my insureds, collecting debris in a rainstorm. He always went above and beyond at every scene and it was a true pleasure getting to know him over the years. I will never forget that cold rainy day in January when he said he wouldn’t stop working because if he did he would spend his days thinking about his wife who had passed before him. How he missed and loved her and how lucky those of us were who knew him. This “315’er” will miss you Brian.
I’m so sorry to hear about Brian’s passing and I’m sorry for your loss Elsie. I haven’t talked to either of you much since you moved but I know you enjoyed the years up there. Brian was a great guy and we had some good times together. I’m sorry but I’m out of the country and won’t be able to attend his service but I’ll be thinking of you both.
I found this picture of Brian in an old scrapbook of mine. The picture is from the mid 80’s at house fire in Rochester. Brian was the Lieutenant on Truck 10- Group 1. He was a great mentor and an outstanding firefighter. We are wearing the “Wydra Belt” that he invented. Definitely one of Rochester’s finest!!! Lots of fond memories. Rest in Peace- brother.
Rest in peace my friend. Thank you for the knowledge you passed on to me and the trust you placed in me as a Fire Investigator in your business. Never Forgotten.
Sorry to hear about Brian’s passing. I knew Brian for many years and worked with him when I was assigned to the Arson Task Force where we worked many difficult cases together. Brian was very knowledgeable and a hard worker. My condolences to all those that were a part of his life. Rest in Peace my friend.
With deepest sympathy –
NFA and the Papa Family
In Loving Memory of W. Brian Wydra
In Loving Memory of W. Brian Wydra
Our thoughts and prayers are with you –
Forensic & Failure Analysis, Inc.
I was so sorry to hear of Brians passing. A great person to work with and to just be around. Really enjoyed working with him.
I finally met Bryan by chance investigating a high rise fatal fire in Rochester a few years ago, after his wife had passed. I had heard so much good about him from other firefighters that worked with him, and our chat that day was memorable for me. I’m blessed to have met him!
I’ve worked with Brian for over 30 years. He was one of the hardest working individuals I have ever worked with. 12 to 16 hour days were the norm for him, and he was happy as long as he made it home to his Elsie and his dog. He will be missed.
I was so very sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. Just a week or two before, we worked together on a fire investigation for one of my insureds, collecting debris in a rainstorm. He always went above and beyond at every scene and it was a true pleasure getting to know him over the years. I will never forget that cold rainy day in January when he said he wouldn’t stop working because if he did he would spend his days thinking about his wife who had passed before him. How he missed and loved her and how lucky those of us were who knew him. This “315’er” will miss you Brian.
I’m so sorry to hear about Brian’s passing and I’m sorry for your loss Elsie. I haven’t talked to either of you much since you moved but I know you enjoyed the years up there. Brian was a great guy and we had some good times together. I’m sorry but I’m out of the country and won’t be able to attend his service but I’ll be thinking of you both.
I found this picture of Brian in an old scrapbook of mine. The picture is from the mid 80’s at house fire in Rochester. Brian was the Lieutenant on Truck 10- Group 1. He was a great mentor and an outstanding firefighter. We are wearing the “Wydra Belt” that he invented. Definitely one of Rochester’s finest!!! Lots of fond memories. Rest in Peace- brother.
Rest in peace my friend. Thank you for the knowledge you passed on to me and the trust you placed in me as a Fire Investigator in your business. Never Forgotten.
Sorry to hear about Brian’s passing. I knew Brian for many years and worked with him when I was assigned to the Arson Task Force where we worked many difficult cases together. Brian was very knowledgeable and a hard worker. My condolences to all those that were a part of his life. Rest in Peace my friend.