Brian Galen Egbert, beloved husband and father passed away at 83 on October 2, 2026 at the age of 83, with his wife and family by his side

Brian was born on December 29,1942 in Spokane, Washington to Dorothy Louise Fulmer and Galen Spangler Egbert.  He grew up in Leawood, Kansas being raised by his grandparents, Fredrick L. Fulmer and Pauline Fulmer, who played an important role in his life.

Brian graduated from Shawnee Mission East High School in 1960, where he was active in student life.   He served as student body vice president and secretary-treasurer and participated in the high school yearbook committee, chess club, gymnastics club, and the athletic club.   

Following high school, Brian attended Baker University in Baldwin City, Kansas, and the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC), he was a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity.  He later graduated from Missouri Southern State University, continuing his educational journey before embarking on his professional career.

In 1964, Brian enlisted in the United States Army, serving as a Technical Specialist SP4 E-4(T). He was honorably discharged in 1966 at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.

Brian went on to build a career in telecommunications, working for Southwestern Bell and Sprint. Later, he transitioned into retail, where he continued his working years with Costco.

Brian was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and his son Randall Leigh Kilgore.

He leaves behind his beloved wife of 33 years, Susan Ann Egbert, and his surviving children: Diana Renee (Kilgore) Arnold, Yvette Marie (Egbert) Zaloz, Stacey Shane Egbert, Toni Susan Egbert, and LindaJean Egbert.  He also leaves behind, many grandchildren and great grandchildren.   His family will forever cherish his memory and the place he holds in their lives.

Brian’s life was marked by his commitment to faith, family, and his dedication to his education and career.  Many experiences shaped the man he became.  He was grateful to his local AA for his 30 years of sobriety. Though he will be deeply missed, his memory will live on in the hearts of his beloved wife, children, family, and all who knew him.   

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in Brian’s memory to:

St. Andrews Episcopal Church 6401 Wornall Terrace, Kansas City, Missouri 64113 or the

Bone Marrow and Cancer Foundation 515 Madison Ave., Suite 1130 New York, NY 10022

Memorial Services will be held -Saturday November 14,2026 11:00 a.m.

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church 6401 Wornall Terrace, Kansas City, Missouri 64113

Brian will be lovingly remembered and forever missed by those lives he touched.

 May he rest in in eternal peace.