KWQC: Brian Girskis Honored With Custom Wood Statue

Brian Girskis honoredThe life-sized carving was created as a surprise tribute recognizing his decades of work building Suburban Construction. Brian described the honor as “fantastic” and said it brought back many good memories.

The life-sized carving was created as a surprise tribute recognizing his decades of work building Suburban Construction.

Brian described the honor as “fantastic” and said it brought back many good memories.

History of Suburban ConstructionBrian shared that the company started in 1985 from the basement of his home. He credited the company’s growth largely to loyal customers and referrals. He also highlighted the leadership of the next generation, mentioning that JR and Darren now run the company successfully.

Brian shared that the company started in 1985 from the basement of his home.

He credited the company’s growth largely to loyal customers and referrals.

He also highlighted the leadership of the next generation, mentioning that JR and Darren now run the company successfully.

About the sculptureArtist Tom Glik spent about three months creating the statue from butternut wood. The sculpture was based entirely on photographs because the project was kept secret from Brian. Details included Brian’s clipboard, tape measure, shoes, and signature work style.

Artist Tom Glik spent about three months creating the statue from butternut wood.

The sculpture was based entirely on photographs because the project was kept secret from Brian.

Details included Brian’s clipboard, tape measure, shoes, and signature work style. Craftsmanship and durability The statue was sealed and protected with marine-grade varnish for long-term preservation. It will remain displayed inside the company showroom in climate-controlled conditions. The statue was sealed and protected with marine-grade varnish for long-term preservation. It will remain displayed inside the company showroom in climate-controlled conditions.

The segment celebrated Brian Girskis’ legacy as a respected local business owner and highlighted the lasting impact Suburban Construction has had on the Quad Cities community through decades of customer service and family leadership.