Brenton Joseph Honstein

Brenton Joseph Honstein, 52, of Longmont, CO passed away on November 30th, 2023 after a 4-year battle with cancer. Brent was born January 31st, 1971. As a child, Brent loved animals, especially horses, dogs, cats, snakes, rabbits, racoons, & deer. His love of animals led him to sketching them with quite a lot of skill later in life. He also showed a talent for building things at a young age.

In 1981, Brent was one of the first kids featured on Colorado’s Wednesday’s Child program for older, adoptable kids. Lyle & Dianne Honstein saw the program & knew he belonged in the family, along with siblings Mark, Jill & Elaine. Brent was officially adopted on March 31st, 1982 & brought his gifts of music, art, electronics, mischief, fun & a heart of gold to the family. As a youth he loved being in Boy Scouts, band, shop class, & family camping trips.

He was funny, artistic, caring, loyal, & a craftsman at many things. He enjoyed giving his wonderful art to friends & family, & took pride in his work. Brent encountered hardships in life, but he kept on fighting to overcome them. He dabbled in tattooing, was a skilled finish carpenter & later on was a collector of vintage toys. Downtown Longmont served as the center of Brent’s social life where he had many friends who will miss him greatly.

Brent is survived by his father, Lyle, brother Mark (Lorri), sisters Jill (Darrell) Blum & Elaine (Gus) Steneck, his companion, Deborah Myers, & many family & friends. He is preceded in death by his mom Dianne & his niece Hope Alayne Honstein. He will be greatly missed. A Celebration of Life for family & friends will occur at Howe Mortuary & Crematory on 29 December 2023 at 2PM.