The relatives now have to say goodbye. Brian Barczyk had made a name for himself as a major reptile enthusiast in the documentary series “Venom Hunters” and on YouTube. The animal fan regularly entertained his fans with his knowledge. But he also discussed his health on his channel – Brian suffered from pancreatic cancer. A few days ago he made it public that he would be going into hospice due to his condition. Now is Brian died at the age of 54!
The team at the reptile zoo that opened in Michigan announced this sad news on Instagram. “On behalf of the Barczyk family and our entire team at Reptarium, it is with deep regret that we announce the passing of our loved one Brian Barczyk,” they write, adding: “We have lost an extraordinary person – a visionary, mentor and friend.” His family, including his wife and two children Noah and Jade, will miss him deeply and never forget him.
Written during his hospice stay Brian a makeshift farewell message that he shared on his YouTube channel – he explained in it that he recorded it in case “things didn’t go so well.” He emphasizes that he has never given up the fight against cancer because he is a “tough person”. But now he will be able to “look down on my family and everyone I love.”
