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BRIAN EDWARDS -
Date of Passing: Aug 05, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryBRIAN EDWARDS 1950 - 2013 Brian Edwards passed away on Monday, August 5, 2013 at the age of 63, following a long battle with cancer. Brian will be forever remembered by his wife Elsie of 37 years, son Jason (Jeanette), daughter Allyson (Cameron), grandchildren Ainesleigh and Keagan, and son Curtis (Natalie). He is survived by his brother Glenn and family, as well as numerous in-laws and their families with whom he had very fond memories. Brian was born in Brandon, Manitoba in 1950. He graduated from Neelin High School, and went on to be an X-ray Technologist. He worked at the Grace Hospital in the X-ray Department for 30 years. Brian had a love for travel and visited many countries of the world. Brian also enjoyed watching and playing many different sports especially fishing, curling and golf. His biggest love was spending time with family and friends at the cottage near Kenora, Ontario. His latest pride was teaching his granddaughter Ainesleigh how to fish. The family would like to extend a thank you to the doctors, nurses, the Palliative Care Team as well as the Edward Coutu Funeral Chapel staff. In keeping with Brian's wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life was held on Friday, August 9, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the Coutu Funeral Chapel, 680 Archibald Street. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made in his name to the Inner City Youth Alive by mail to 418 Aberdeen Avenue in Winnipeg, via phone (204) 582-8779, or online at www.icya.ca. The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 10, 2013
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Our sympathies to you & your family Elsie. - Posted by: Ruth Morton (Elsie's cousin) on: Aug 23, 2013
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To Brian's family: It was with much sadness to have learned of Brian's passing. We grew up in the same South End neighbourhood in Brandon, from the time we were kids until we finished high school. We used to play "Kick the Can" and other games in the back lane! Brian and I were in the same class in Grade 11 and Grade 12 at Neelin High School. I don't know how he got the nickname, but, when we were young, we always called Brian "Puddin"! Sadly, Brian is one more of a growing number of 'old' neighbourhood friends who have passed away in recent years. I guess now they can play "Kick the Can" in Heaven! May your many memories bring you comfort during this time of sadness. I hope it helps somewhat to know that others are keeping you all close in thought. ~ Kindest personal regards, Donna - Posted by: Donna Hogeland - Morley, AB (Childhood Friend) on: Aug 15, 2013
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Cancer has taken a member of our family far too early in life! Our sincere sympathy goes out to Elsie and all the family. We have lost touch in recent years but I have many great memories of Brian's visits to our farm and my visits to Brandon (often during the Brandon fair) during our pre-teen years. It is good to know that retirement, grandchildren and the cottage brought Brian so much happiness in recent years. Larry and Vivian Westbrook - Posted by: Larry Westbrook (cousin) on: Aug 12, 2013
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My sincere sympathy to Elsie and family. I grew up with Brian in Brandon on 12th Street. Spent many hours playing in the streets, playing road hockey, kick the can, running around the old fair grounds (now the Keystone Grounds), swimming at the local pool. My thoughts are with you all. - Posted by: Doug Karnes (friend) on: Aug 10, 2013
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Elsie, So very sorry to hear of Brian's passing. I had the opportunity to see him at the Grace when you were in for your surgery. Wish I had come to visit. Please know that my thoughts are with you and the family. - Posted by: Heather Campbell (Co-worker) on: Aug 10, 2013