Brian N. Naber

Surrounded by his family, Brian Niel “Moose” Naber, 74, peacefully passed away Friday, May 24, 2024, at his home in Normal, IL.

Brian was a Christ follower, devoted husband, loving father, fun-loving grandfather, and friend to many. Brian had a big heart and a very firm handshake. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to meet the needs of others.

Brian, along with his twin brother Mark, was born on July 27, 1949, in Teaneck, NJ, to Walter and Sigrid Naber. He graduated from the University of Missouri in 1973 with a degree in Animal Science. It was at Mizzou where he met the love of his life, Elizabeth “Becky” Wills, in 1969. They were married on May 25, 1974, in Cape Girardeau, MO.

Brian was a member of Eastview Christian Church and served as a Group Leader for Bible Study Fellowship for many years. He was an award-winning salesman in the Animal Health and Ag-Chemical industries, known to many as “Captain Buctril”. Brian was also a professional speaker/trainer and a business consultant. He enjoyed spending time with his family, reading, watching Purdue basketball games, serving on the board of the Northbridge Home Owners Association, gardening, and the Purple Martins that visited every summer.

Brian leaves behind his wife of 50 years, Becky Naber; daughter, Katie (Dr. Craig) Bowars, Bloomington, IL; son, Chris (Jessica) Naber, Louisville, KY; grandchildren, Caden Bowars, Chloe Bowars, Macy Naber, Will Naber; his brother, Dr. Michael (Mary) Naber, Grosse Pointe Park, MI; sisters, Virginia (Dave) Langlas, Billings, MT, Patricia (Lon) Morris, Roberts, MT; sisters-in-law, Connie (Charles) McCarthy, San Diego, CA, Stephanie Naber, Potomac Falls, VA, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; twin brother, Mark Naber; sister, Harriet Carlyle; father-in-law Earl Wills, and mother-in-law Loradean “Lori” Wills.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Eastview Chrisitan Church, Normal, IL, on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. followed by the service at 11:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bible Study Fellowship, 19001 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX 78258; Eastview Christian Church, 1500 N. Airport Rd, Normal, IL 61761; or Cornerstone Christian Academy, PO Box 1608, Bloomington, IL 61702.

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