Brian Keith Conwell, 55, of Van Buren, Indiana, passed away on Friday, September 4, 2026, following a tragic accident in Syracuse, IN.

Brian was born on March 1, 1971, in Marion, Indiana, the beloved son of Boyd K. and Donna (Nussbaum) Conwell. He was a 1989 graduate of Huntington North High School and went on to graduate from Huntington University in 1993.

On August 7, 2017, Brian married the love of his life, Dawn Cooper. Together, Brian and Dawn built a life filled with wonderful memories, dividing their time among their homes in Port Charlotte, Florida, Syracuse, Indiana, and the place that was always closest to Brian’s heart, the family farm in rural Van Buren.

Farming was far more than Brian’s occupation; it was a way of life, a family legacy, and an important part of who he was. A fifth-generation farmer, Brian was deeply proud to carry on the work of the generations who came before him. The farm was where he felt most at home. He loved the land, the changing seasons, the long days, and the satisfaction that came from a hard day’s work. Whether preparing the ground, watching a crop grow, bringing in the harvest, or simply climbing behind the wheel of a John Deere, Brian was happiest on the farm.

His connection to agriculture ran deep, and he wanted to be remembered, above all, as a farmer.

Away from the fields, Brian embraced life with that same enthusiasm.

Brian was an avid business owner in Marion, IN. As a kid, he milked cows on his family farm, and as an adult he owned and operated Ashley’s Ice Cream Café; he felt that was a full-circle moment. There was nothing Brian couldn’t fix. He took his skills and expertise and started a business with his wife called Dream More Properties because they believe everyone should Dream More! He became an Airbnb owner, and it suited him so well. He found joy in being a servant leader. Alongside his wife, he owned and operated Dawn’s Cleaning Solutions—oh, the adventures they had and the memories they held dear. He previously served on the SOS Board in Marion, IN.

He enjoyed traveling with Dawn and his family, discovering new restaurants, cooking, and spending time at Lake Wawasee, IN, with friends and family. He and Dawn treasured the many places and experiences they shared together, but no matter where life took him, there was simply no place quite like home with his wife and children.

Brian was a Master Home Chef and competed in the “Leaders That Cook” every year, winning many cooking/charitable fundraising awards.

Brian leaves behind his loving wife, Dawn Cooper Conwell of Van Buren; his mother, Donna Nussbaum Conwell of Van Buren; his children, Nekiia Conwell (fiancé Daniel Lloret), Bergon Conwell, Meagan (Jeremy) Davis, and Brayden Conwell; 5 grandchildren, his mother-in-law, “Dee” Cooper of Marion; his sister-in-law & brother-in-law, Kelly and Jason Jones of Marion; his sister-in-law, Bethany Cooper of Fort Myers, FL; his brother-in-law, Pastor Brian Cooper and his dogs, Addie & Bebe who went everywhere with him..

He was preceded in death by his father, Boyd Conwell, and his father-in-law, George Cooper.

Family and friends may gather to share and remember Brian on Saturday, September 12, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Glancy-H. Brown & Son Funeral Home, 203 N. Matilda St., Warren, Indiana.

A service to celebrate Brian’s life will follow at 2:00 p.m., with his brother-in-law, Pastor Brian Cooper, and cousin, Pastor Brent Harwerth, officiating. Burial will follow at Van Buren Cemetery in Van Buren, where Brian will be laid to rest beside his father.

He was a member of Warren First Baptist Church and attended The Villas Church in Fort Myers, FL. Brian’s favorite Bible verse was John 3:16.

In keeping with Brian’s lifelong connection to agriculture and his desire to encourage future generations, preferred memorials may be made to the Huntington County 4-H Fair Association, 1340 S. Jefferson St., Huntington, IN 46750, in care of the show barn where Brian and his children showed their 4-H animals. A special thank you to the first responders of Kosciusko County and Lake Wawasee community for your kindness.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Glancy-H. Brown & Son Funeral Home in Warren.

Online condolences may be made through the Glancy Funeral Homes website.