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BRENT MAXWELL MCVEAN
Date of Passing: Mar 27, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryBRENT MAXWELL MCVEAN 1942 - 2014 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Brent Maxwell McVean on Thursday, March 27, 2013 at Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg at the age of 71 years. He was taken suddenly from us by leukemia. Besides his friends Brent leaves to mourn his son Jason and partner Nadine of British Columbia; adopted daughter Pauline in Alberta; his much loved life partner Robert Strickler of Virginia and Florida; and fondly loved Nova Scotia aunts, Hilda and Verna plus Uncle Earl and Aunt Ruth. He will be sorely missed by many friends and family across Canada and the U.S. Brent was born in Halifax, NS, August 18, 1942, son of the late Scottie and Edna McVean. He had one brother, Darrell, who predeceased him. In his youth Brent did marathon swimming, once swimming 15 miles. At age 18 he joined the Meteorology School in Ottawa and weather dominated his career. He moved to Winnipeg in 1972. Prior to this he did tours in Northern Ontario, the high Arctic and other centers. When Brent retired at age 52 he was head of finance and administration for Environment Canada's central region. In his retirement he spent 15 winters in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. More recently he bought a condo in Fort Lauderdale and spent his winters there and summers in Winnipeg. Brent loved his garden and loved to travel. Brent had many friends and was noted for his strong organizational and social skills as well as his wit, compassion and listening abilities. "Brent held a special love and kindness for everyone," said one of his many friends. He was noted for his thoughtfulness for others and for his nonjudgmental attitude. He always gave people the benefit of the doubt and was frequently a volunteer in local organizations as well as supporting several Canadian charities. In compliance with Brent's wishes no Funeral Service will be held. His Interment will be held in the family plot this summer in Halifax, NS. Wojcik's Winnipeg Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 1020 Main Street, 204-586-8668. wojciksfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 29, 2014
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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" whatever you choose in life, be it a success " these are the words I remember in my youth hearing from my father Brent. Yet it's him that succeeded in touching so many other people's lives, including my own. Almost a year has gone by since he passed ... I will always carry with me those spoken words every day of every year to come ...Rest, know you were loved. Always. - Posted by: Pauline mcvean (Daughter) on: Feb 27, 2015
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Brent was a really good friend and colleague who helped me on countless occasions during my time in Winnipeg. We always kept in touch at Christmas and I was always glad to receive his enthusiastic news filled letters, which I have kept. I am sorry I didn't know til now that he was gone. So many good memories. Thanks Brent. - Posted by: Iain Ross (Work colleague and friend) on: Feb 02, 2015
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My heartfelt condolences to Brent's family. I had the good fortune to have worked with Brent for many years at Environment Canada. He was a great teacher and friend. He was funny, genuine and always a gentleman - a real class act. Goodnight sweet prince, May flights of angels sing thee to thy rest. - Posted by: Karen Anderson () on: Apr 01, 2014
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Our condolences to his family and to Robert, who was always there for Brent. Brent was a true gentleman. He was my friend and colleague for more than 30 years and I will miss him. All who new him respected and admired him. Although his absence at our poker table will be noted his memory will remain in our hearts forever. - Posted by: David & Diane Law () on: Apr 01, 2014
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I first met Brent though a friend of mine. I met him like you would meet the sun, with awe. I felt his presence the first moment I met him. Like the sun he radiated warmth and light. His humor was always good. His attitude was always genuine and heartfelt. I'll miss his laugh and his easy going way. - Posted by: Durrell Meekis (Dee) (Friend) on: Mar 31, 2014
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To Brent's family and friends... my sincere condolences! It was always enjoyable and easy to work with Brent. A finance colleague from Environment Canada. - Posted by: Joanne Heller (Worked with Brent at Environment Canada) on: Mar 31, 2014
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Friends such as Brent are rare indeed and make the journey through life easier and also funnier. He was funny, loyal to his friends and a great raconteur as well as a perfect host and gentleman. His passing will leave a hole in many lives. God bless and rest ye well. - Posted by: Peter Carlyle-Gordge (Longtime friend and admirer) on: Mar 30, 2014
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My condolences to Brent's family. He was a good friend and co-worker with Environment Canada Weather Service. - Posted by: Don Boehmer (Co-worker with Brent at Environment Canada.) on: Mar 29, 2014
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I'll never forget you Brent. I'll never forget the hospitality that you and Robert gave, while in Fort Lauderdale Florida. I will always remember your kindness when I was over at your home in Winnipeg. Life seems so short, until we meet again, you'll be in my heart for ever. Robert, my sincere thoughts are with you in this very difficult time. - Posted by: Doug Abraham Phoenix, Arizona / Winnipeg, Manitoba (Friend of Brents ) on: Mar 29, 2014
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Brent was a generous and loving man. I am so blessed to have had the opportunity to know him and spend time with him recently. Brent's sense of humour was one of the best parts of his wonderful personality and it will be sorely missed. God bless you Brent and thank you so much for you generous spirit. - Posted by: Nadine Whelly (daughter-in-law ) on: Mar 29, 2014
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