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BRENT IAN CHARLES BOTTOMLEY
Born: Aug 06, 1955
Date of Passing: Sep 15, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryBRENT IAN CHARLES BOTTOMLEY It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Brent Ian Charles Bottomley, on September 15, 2018, from a heart attack during his beloved Chequamegon 40K Fat Tire bike race in Hayward, Wisconsin. Left to miss him deeply are his wife Kym and daughter Michayle, sister Robin (Ron), sister-in-law Kathie, brother-in-law Maurice, nephews, Andrew (Emily), Chris, Eric and Denis, niece Celine, and cousins, Brian (Anthea) and Jim (Deb). Brent was born in Winnipeg on August 6, 1955 and lived his whole life in this city, a city he loved very much. Brent attended St. John's Ravenscourt and this began his lifelong passion of sport. Brent loved to run on the cross-country team and took great pride in the fact he ran barefoot. He also competed in cross-country skiing and played on the hockey team. Brent was a graduate of the University of Manitoba, where he majored in English and Political Science. Brent was a self-taught drummer playing in Winnipeg bands, from Sneakers Ultra Pop to Honey Throat. His love and knowledge of music was incredible. Music was very important in his life. Brent was an incredible athlete, fit and strong. His contribution to the Manitoba and Canadian Cross-Country ski landscape was massive. He was a true coach in every sense of the word and his enthusiasm and love of the sport and racing was contagious! He was the chairman of the Manitoba Ski Association for 17 years and during this time he left an incredible footprint for all Manitobans to enjoy many trails and adventures. He was fundamental in making sure that Windsor Park Nordic Centre remained as a strong fixture in the city and championed many meetings to ensure this special place would be around for years to come for all to use. He coached the first all women's ski team in Canada. He had several Olympic experiences as both a biathlon coach and cross-country coach and produced many World Master gold medal skiers. Cycling and sailing were also another great passion for Brent. He loved to sail and was one of the first sailors at the Lake of the Woods Yacht Club, and a great contributor to ensuring that sailboat racing was a top priority of the club. Cycling was a passion whether it was in the Manitoba races, his beloved Chequamagon or his American Birkebeiner Worldloppett ski race, he loved to race. Hockey was another great love of Brent's. Jets and Moose games, playing with the boys of Leggands and attending hockey camps. His mantra was, "Back check, fore check, paycheck." Brent loved to watch basketball and he attended all his daughter's games and tournaments. His love of this sport grew and was a very special bonding time with his daughter. He loved to travel to NBA games with her and enjoyed all the Junior Bison's basketball and Dakota games. He was a giant supporter for many athletes in their earlier years. He was extremely proud of his daughter being recruited to play at C.M.U. and could hardly wait to start the season, practicing his new chants. Brent was a true gentleman in business. His business acumen can be seen in the lasting relationships he formed at Midland Walwyn, Wellington West and recently as CFO at Delta 9 Cannabis Inc. He was a man of high integrity and he learned from and appreciated so deeply the people he engaged with and had business relationships with. Brent was involved in politics throughout his life and had many incredible experiences, from working alongside Premier Gary Filmon in an advisory role to advance man to Prime Minister Brian Mulroney. The cottage at the Lake of the Woods was Brent's heart and soul. A very special place for Brent. He loved to have people come to stay and especially loved it when his daughter's friends came year after year and created so many memories. The cottage was the place where he could relax and replenish his soul, spend time with family and engage in board games, boat rides, and listen to music. He loved to sit on captain's corner and look out across the lake water and say, "There is no place I would rather be". The real essence of Brent is found in his love of family, friends and acceptance of all people. Brent was the most sensitive, caring, gentle and loving man and family was everything to him. Brent had many close friends. He was an extremely dedicated friend, quiet and unassuming, loyal and a great confidant. His friendships were very important to him and he loved his close friends as if they were his family. Brent loved his daughter and his wife. There will never be the words to express the amount of joy, love and pride he felt for them. Brent absolutely adored and loved his daughter and everything he did and accomplished in life was for her. They shared an incredibly close bond. The lessons he has left her with and the love she will carry forever in her heart will be with her and guide her through her life. For his wife, they were soulmates and loved each other deeply. Brent loved her unconditionally and deeply and showed this through his words and gentle ways daily. Brent's passing has left a huge hole where once a wonderful man was. He was a true family man. Brent was a quiet, unassuming man, a gentle, kind and compassionate man. He championed for the people and was incredibly generous of spirt and love. He believed wholeheartedly that all people should be treated equal and have opportunities in life. He was a true gentleman, a handshake guy where integrity meant everything. He was incredibly loving, sensitive and sweet. Words can't express how much he will be missed, how many lives he touched and influenced and how incredibly humble he was. He was larger than life and deeply loved and admired. We love you and will never ever forget you. Thank you to the Brately-Nelson Funeral Home in Hayward, WI for getting Brent home to us. Thank you to EJ Coutu & Co. for their preparations in Winnipeg and their kindness. Thank you to Tim and Keith for being there for Brent in his last journey to Wisconsin and for being with Brent at the end. Thank you to Delta 9 Cannabis Inc. for their incredible support at this time. Thank you to all our family and friends. Your love is overwhelming! The celebration of Brent's life will be on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the Hotel Fort Garry, Grand Ballroom. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the following places that held a special place in Brent's heart: Junior Bison's Girls Basketball Club, give.umanitoba.ca/inmemoryBrentBottomley Wolves Basketball Club, 111 Point West Drive Winnipeg MB R3T 5J5; or to CCSAM Capital Campaign for Windsor Park Nordic Centre. E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 29, 2018
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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Best to the whole family ...just reflecting on how great a guy Brent was. Best regards, Jon - Posted by: Jon Botterill (Family friend) on: Mar 07, 2022
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My mom, Betty Bilyk, worked in the Leg with Premier Filmon. I was a student at U of M and busy being frustrated writing papers. Mom says there are a couple of people I need to meet who could help me with my poly sci paper. Brent takes the time to chat and explain some finer points of politics. Of course when you quote people like Brent you ace the paper! Mom spoke highly of Brent. My wife is a participant at the Windsor Park Nordic Centre where I learned of his passing. Sorry to hear, but his little gifts of time and effort made differences to many of us. - Posted by: Dave Bilyk (Educational) on: Dec 15, 2018
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I am still processing this surreal news...I am lost for words in this sudden loss and adequately reflecting Brent’s goodness that was captured so eloquently in his obit. My heart goes out to his family, friends and colleagues. Brent was one of the first colleagues I met when I entered the venture business. I can still picture him. Sunglasses pushed up mid scalp...infectious raspy laugh...magnetic smile...wanting to find a way to support “the deal” as he was a “people first” venture capital missionary. I will never forget my marketing trip (Protox) in the mid 2000’s ...Brent discovered my love for skate skiing and invited me to bring mine along to our Winnipeg road show. Not only did Brent “crush me” with his aerobic prowess, he did so to this weak lunged Vancouverite in a balmy -23c evening. All I remember was seeing the back of his Lycra suit for 10 painful kilometres around a Winnipeg track. I saw him not to long ago with a young, bright Delta 9 CEO at the Lions Pub in Vancouver - I feel fortunate that my son Erik had a chance to meet Brent...as little did I know that would be the last time I would see Brent. I told my son after that meeting ...”there is a difference between “nice” and “kind”....and that man Brent Bottomley is “kind”. Erik asked...what’s the difference between “nice and kind”? I quickly said...Kind defines who you are and what you do “when no one is watching”... To quote Kirsten Bell…. “…I realized being nice isn’t synonymous with being kind. Being kind is more than a smile on the street or donating to charitable causes. It’s even more than making people feel good. Not to dismiss any of these acts. They are all wonderful and admirable and imperative to making the world go round. But kindness is different. Kindness is the high dive. It requires courage and vulnerability to choose to be honest with people when they may not want to hear it. Real talk — it’s scary. Like, pee-in-your-pants scary. But it’s also worth it, because when executed correctly, kindness can produce real personal evolution." - Kristen Bell 🌷🌟💫✨ - Posted by: Ray Matthews (Colleague & Friend) on: Oct 27, 2018
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I just discovered that Brent passed away. There aren't words to express the deep sadness I feel. Brent and I reconnected this past year after many years. I was so delighted to hear he had been appointed Chief Financial Officer of Delta 9 and called to congratulate him and wish him well in his new venture. We had the chance to chat and laugh together at Delta 9's first Annual Meeting recently and I am so grateful to have had that brief time with him. Brent worked with me at Nesbitt Thomson in the 1980's and he was a trusted colleague with the level of integrity so rarely found in business these days. He supported me in my new role as Branch Manager at Nesbitt at a time when being a female in this role was unusual. Brent's humour and kindness always set him apart and he was a joy to work with. I extend my deepest sorrow for his beautiful wife and daughter for having to endure this profound loss, but know they will find solace in the fact they had the privilege of sharing their lives with such an extraordinary human being. Sincerely, Val Romanow - Posted by: Val Romanow (Dear friend and past colleague) on: Oct 23, 2018
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I was deeply saddened to hear of Brent’s sudden passing. I knew Brent through cross country skiing. I was lucky enough to be coached by Brent in the late 80’s and early 90’s. Brent was a great mentor and though he himself was always busy he alway had time for my questions or to work one on one with my ski technique. He was a big influence on myself as an athletes and as a professional as a mentor and role model. Best wishes to Brent’s friends and family dealing with this tragedy. Ross McKinnon - Posted by: Ross McKinnon (Former ahlete) on: Oct 07, 2018
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Brent's broad smile, hearty handshake and positive conversation were always the highlight of encountering him at either the Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival or over the American Birkebeiner ski weekend in Hayward and Cable, WI. He is truly a friend and member of the extended Chequamegon family. Sincere condolences to his family and friends for this loss. - Posted by: Gary Crandall (Director Chequamegon Fat Tire Festival) on: Oct 06, 2018
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I was shocked and dismayed to hear of Brent's passing. I knew "Botts " on and off for for 50+ years. Although I left Winnipeg many years ago, each time our paths crossed Botts succeeded in conveying a very real and sincere sense of interest and warmth -- a gift that very few have. While many were had the privilege of being closer friends, I count myself as being blessed from knowing him and having been part of his broader circle. Bon voyage friend. - Posted by: Andrew Burns (Friend) on: Oct 04, 2018
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We will truly miss our friend. Brent was always willing to jump in and lend a hand, a wonderful guy. Much love ❤️ - Posted by: Jiames & Susanna Clarke (Colleagues and Friends ) on: Oct 03, 2018
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I was truly shocked and saddened to hear of Brent's sudden passing. I worked with Brent at Delta 9 Cannabis Inc., and we would talk every single day as we worked to help build the company. I'm not exaggerating to say Brent was critical to the success Delta 9 enjoys today. What I really liked about Brent is that, while he was driven to succeed, he was also unfailingly happy, friendly and positive, and he had that effect on everyone around him. Brent was always telling jokes and laughing with his colleagues, and being around him made all of us work that much better and smarter, because we all really enjoyed working with him. It was honestly barely like working at all. I learned a lot from Brent, but more than anything I'll miss hearing that big laugh of his. He wasn't just a great businessman, he was a great guy. - Posted by: Gary Symons (Friend and Co-worker) on: Oct 01, 2018
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We were deeply saddened to hear of Brent's passing, and our heartfelt sympathy is extended to his Family. This is a tremendous loss to all who knew Brent. We knew Brent from cross country skiing in Winnipeg - his influence on the sport, and everyone involved in it, was extraordinary, and unforgettable. Thank You Brent, Rest in Peace - Posted by: Paul and Jean Krepps (Ian Krepps and Paula Paterson - nee Krepps) (Cross Country Skiing friends ) on: Sep 29, 2018