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Portrait of Bryan Cole Nafegar
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Bryan Cole Nafegar

March 23, 1983 – September 23, 2026
Lived 43 years
Crosby, Texas
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Life story

Bryan Cole Nafegar, aged 43, departed this life peacefully Wednesday, September 23, 2026. He was born Wednesday, March 23, 1983, in Houston, Texas, to Billy Joe "Bill" Nafegar (b. 1959) and Arlla Jean Phillips (b. 1958). He had one sibling, Billy Joe (BJ) Nafegar, Jr. (b. 1981).

Although they would eventually separate he was a dedicated husband to Daniela Serrano (m. 2016; d. 2025), and a selfless father to Celeste Medrano (b. 2006) and Mia Damaris Nafegar (b. 2018).

He was known for his integrity, sense of honor, and kindness. He served our country as an Army Sergeant (Squad Leader of Infantry Squad) from 2005 to 2009. He would return back home and obtain a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science in 2014 from the University of Houston-Downtown. Professionally he was a resilient persevering hardworking Engineer.

His legacy of pride, humility, and compassion will continue to inspire all who knew him. His outspoken spirit, humor and presence will be deeply missed. He will be remembered and cherished by all who knew him.

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1983
Born March 23
1983
Born in Houston, Texas
2005
Started Army Service
2006
Parenthood - Celeste Medrano
2009
Finished Army Service
2014
Graduated with a BS in Computer Science from the University of Houston - Downtown
2016
Married - Daniela Serrano
2018
Parenthood - Mia Damaris Nafegar
2025
Divorced - Daniela Serrano
2026
Passed away September 23, age 43
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