Brian David LeBeau, formerly of South Hadley and more recently of Vineyard Haven, died on Oct. 22 after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He was 60.

Most people knew Brian as the owner and operator of MV Auto Detailing. He was passionate about his work and took great pride in “transforming the Island, one vehicle at a time.” He was rewarded with winning Best of the Vineyard in his category for four years in a row. His business success allowed him to engage in many philanthropic efforts for a variety of Island charities.

His greatest source of joy was his fellowship in Alcoholics Anonymous, where he worked with his home group and served as sponsor and mentor to a number of Island residents. Through AA and by helping others, he was able to develop into a more mature and authentic man and what he would deem the best version of himself. His 11 years of sobriety were the most rewarding and accomplished of his life.

Most people did not know that Brian was also a master carpenter and could fix most anything. He was a fierce and loyal friend and was graced with a quick and agile mind, a strong intuitive sense about others, a fantastic singing voice and a great sense of humor. He was loved and will be missed by many.

Brian leaves no surviving family other than his fellow AA members and many loyal customers, who became like family to him.

A celebration of life will take place in May of 2023, with a short ceremony at Gay Head Lighthouse and a reception at the parish hall of First Baptist Church on William street in Vineyard Haven, which was the location for his AA home group. Details will be announced at a later time.

Memorial donations may be made to Vineyard House, a sober living community, at vineyardhouse.org.