Alliance Note: On the day of Isaac Brown’s funeral, here are some of the very touching expressions of love and gratitude that people across our community have shared, be they fellow peers or peer agency leaders, former employees or students, current and former state officials or former contractors or consultant partners. At the bottom, you’ll see photos that Isaac proudly took a few weeks ago of the exhibition of his paintings that are hanging today at the Bethlehem Public Library.
Isaac deeply loved our community and was devoted to his longtime service in advocating for rights and advancing peer support services….but he really ultimately saw himself as an artist.
Words of Love, Honor and Gratitude for Isaac Brown
August 1, 2024
I’m so so sad to hear the news of Isaac’s passing. He was such a powerful leader and inspiration in the peer and survivor movements and a kind friend. Rest in Peace Isaac
Cindy Peterson-Dana
Thank you for all the lessons you have instilled in me…. Baltic Street Wellness Solutions would not be the organization it is today without you and your determination and commitment to the Peer Advocacy movement in New York State
Taina Laing
So heartbreaking- Isaac was an incredible soul and the NYCFO was so blessed with his incredible art work!! He was a true leader, advocate and one of the most passionate people I ever had the pleasure to meet and work with
Anita Appel
May your art and the people whose lives you have touched keep your memory going.
Bill Hebner
So very sad he was such an important figure in so many lives. He had that smile that when you saw it just embraced you
David Bucciferro
I’m so incredibly sad to hear this, he was a treasure in so many ways. My deepest condolences to his wife and daughter.
Carole Bianco Miller
Another one of my teachers-he was so compassionate, brilliant and system savvy.
Sandy Forquer
Issac was such a good friend to all and wonderfully passionate human being. I am still in shock hearing about this.
Joe Swinford
Such warmth, charm, insight, and generosity❤️
Rebecca Briney
Our hearts are hurting at the loss of this great advocate and fine man
Brian Hollander
Prayers to all Isaacs friends and family.
May he rest in eternal peace.
Joann Ostrowski
I am saddened and astounded. I loved his art which is included in our Altered States website. I think he continued to do amazing art. I don’t know the reasons for anything or why he was swept away to a place of eternal peace. I send my love.
Gayle Bluebird
I am very sad to have learned about his passing yesterday from heart failure as he had a very large heart for his love of the people whom he advocated for
Gary Levin
R.I.P. A true legend
Jim Mutton
Isaac, you accomplished your earthly work here now your calling is to do more spiritual heavenly work.RIP
Frank Marquit
First meeting & learning peer recovery basics from Isaac was a high point in my career. Isaac’s energy and experience laid the groundwork for extraordinary capacity building beyond old systems & practices. Later, it was so beautiful watching Isaac’s art work emerge locally here in Albany and feel the love and support for this stellar human being.
Rest in peace, dear friend; know that you are deeply loved and that your groundbreaking work leaves marks on the global landscape horizon!
Allie Middleton
A huge loss of a big man, a leader of leaders. I learned so much from him!
Michael Stoltz
Isaac and Baltic did great work with the NYS Olmstead Settlement. Fearless work during COVID.
Bob Myers
Such a good person, his passion unstoppable. A sad loss
Moira Tashjian
I wish I’d had more time to know Isaac as an artist as well as the amazing advocate I knew him to be. He is already greatly missed i am sure; may he rest in power, love and peace.
Chrys Ballerano
Such a brave, warm and generous soul.
Grace Nichols
What a huge loss to all! On a personal note, Isaac helped inspire me to train and work as a peer specialist, many years ago, at a time when I never thought I would work again. Have now been employed in the field for over 22 years! R.I.P., Isaac. How you will be missed!
Pam Robbins
He hired me for the Health Home Initiative, and I blossomed underneath his leadership with Jody Silver. He helped us to become better at what we do and how to do it.
Sheron Milliner
So very sorry to hear this news. His work and passion were transformative. I remember his kindness and presence! Sending condolences to his family, friends, and community(ies).
Mary Blake
He helped me and my family out when I was sick
Dan
Oh no!!! He was a good man…even bought several of my paintings over the years…a true gentle giant…
Issa Ibrahim
He was my instructor at HTH (Howie the Harp Peer Training Center)! May he rest in peace!
Stephanie Gray
I’m so sad to hear of Mr Isaac Brown’s passing it is heart heavy to know that he is no longer with us he was the face for many of us in the mental health community May he rest in peace.
Daniel Porro
Wow, he gave me my old old job. God bless his home.
Christian Williams
He will always be a treasured soul in my heart, and I will never forget how much he helped me!
Laura Jessica Wopp-Hulin
Harvey Rosenthal
CEO, Alliance for Rights and Recovery
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More than as an advocate or peer pioneer, Isaac saw himself as an artist. One of his proudest achievements is the exhibition of his paintings that hangs today at the Bethlehem Public Library just south of Albany. Here are some photos that Isaac took and shared just a few weeks ago.
