Donate to Honor Brian Alan Anderson's Legacy

It is with a heavy heart that I share the passing of Brian Alan Anderson of Santa Rosa, Sonoma County, California, who left us on Friday, June 27, 2025, at 6:16 PM, after a brief illness. Brian was 55 years and 353 days old, "55 Forever."

Brian was truly one of a kind—a cycling legend, both on road and mountain, a dedicated sunset chaser, a patient fisherman, a spectacular craftsman, an accomplished guitarist, an innovative sculptor, an excellent marksman, and an extraordinary mentor. He also enjoyed hockey, snowboarding, water skiing, and archery. He was known to bike Bald Mountain at least 100 times a year, taking in the majestic 360-degree views.

He had been in construction for the majority of his adult life. At the time of his passing, he held the position of Division manager in the Finish Carpentry Division of Fairweather & Associates, located in Santa Rosa, CA.

He possessed a great sense of humor, a goofy spirit, a kind and private soul, was tough and sweet, and was a cherished friend to many.

Brian won the Terrible-Two bike race (200 miles) more times than anyone else and still holds the record for completion in 10 hours and 50 minutes, set in 2002 at age 32 (BA1050). His spirit and passion for adventure touched countless lives.

He was given a remarkable gift: he was a witness to all who loved him. Numerous fourth-floor Kaiser nurses commented on how, in their 20-30 years of tenure, they had not seen the number of visitors or outpouring of love for a patient, which speaks volumes to his character.

To honor Brian's memory and perpetuate his adventurous spirit, we have established the Brian Anderson Memorial Scholarship through the Santa Rosa High School Foundation. This scholarship aims to inspire and support young individuals in developing the same adventurous spirit that Brian embodied.

We invite all who knew Brian, rode near him, or were inspired by the incredible stories, as well as anyone who wishes to see his legacy endure, to contribute to this fundraising effort.

Your support will help us honor Brian's memory by empowering the next generation with the same passion for exploration, creativity, and endurance that he embodied.

We encourage donations of $555 and $1050, but donations of any amount are deeply appreciated and will go directly toward creating this scholarship fund.

I met my friend, Brian, at Santa Rosa Junior High School in Rincon Valley, Santa Rosa, in 1981 when he was a 7th grader and I was in 9th.

Friends forever.

In 1985, I wrote in his high school yearbook that I would always be there for him.

I was honored to be able to spend six of his last seven nights by his side, watching the sunsets.

His last sunset, taken from his west-facing, fourth-floor hospital room, is posted above. It was the most beautiful sunset either of us had ever seen—bittersweet.

Brian became close with my husband, and for many years, they rode all over Sonoma County and Tahoe together.

He was and still is our chosen family.

He is deeply missed, and I am honored that he gave me permission to create this scholarship.

Thank you for your generosity and support.

Tina Chiotti-Stewart