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JENNIFER LYNN BRYAN
Date of Passing: Mar 28, 2026
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJENNIFER LYNN BRYAN
On Saturday, March 28, 2026 we learned that our lovely Jenn had passed away in the hospital at Sioux Lookout. She had been living with chronic health issues for a few years, but her passing was sudden and unexpected. She leaves many with a deep lasting sorrow, and many happy memories.
Jenn was born on the first day of spring, 1981 and grew up on an acreage just outside of Brandon. She attended school at Forrest Elementary and Elton Collegiate and although she had many interests and talents, once she saw a group of children playing the violin she decided that's what she wanted to do. Throughout her school years she was often seen at music festivals and fiddle contests with her close musical friends.
She studied music at Brandon University and went on to play violin with the Thunder Bay Symphony Orchestra and the Aurora Borealis Consortium and with the active gigging community there. During her years in Thunder Bay she made many lasting friendships.
After leaving Thunder Bay, Jenn moved to Sioux Lookout. There she found a community she truly loved. Her spirit, generosity and sense of fun made it easy for her to make friends. She spent much of her time caring for their pets and their children. She spoke often of her little godson Trapper, whom she loved as her own. She will be deeply missed by her friends, their children and her many animal companions.
Jenn's partner Carl Norman of Sioux Lookout (and, of course Gizmo their kitty), her mom Judy (Keith) and dad Greg (Anne), her brother Chris (Ainsley) and sister Holly (Geoff) as well as all her aunts and uncles and cousins love her dearly and mourn her passing.
If you wish, please make a donation to your local animal shelter in Jenn's memory.
As published in Brandon Sun on Apr 04, 2026
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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We are so sad to hear of Jen’s passing. She was a joy to know, always so much fun to be with. We were happy to learn she continued her musical career beyond winning all of those fiddling competitions! She had such a great talent. Our heart goes out to all of her family and friends. - Posted by: Deborah Sutcliffe (Rita’s mom!) on: Apr 12, 2026
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Immense condolences to friends and family. Thinking of all of you. - Posted by: Jacob Romu (Sioux Lookout) on: Apr 07, 2026
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I am saddened to hear of Jenn’s passing. She and I spent many years working together in the TBSO & the CAB. She is missed! Jenn frequently diminished the importance of her musical contributions as well as her musical abilities. Many of us witnessed her struggles and encouraged her to fight, but it was taxing; she gave it her all, but in the end lost the battle. Jenn used my violin on many occasions and I am so very grateful to her for ‘exercising’ my instrument - the twin to my cello. I was always grateful to her for that help and assistance. Jenn was a bright light, always eager ... ‘gid·dy-up’ :) - Posted by: Marc Palmquist (colleague) on: Apr 07, 2026
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I'm so sorry to hear of Jenn's passing. A beautiful life has left much too soon. My deepest condolences to you and your family. My thoughts are with you during these sad times. - Posted by: Terry (Co-worker) on: Apr 06, 2026
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To Greg and all of Jenn's family My deepest sympathy. Such a loss. My thoughts are with you. Bobbie Robertson - Posted by: Bobbie Robertson (Former co-worker of Greg and Anne) on: Apr 04, 2026
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To Greg and all of Jenn's family My deepest sympathy. Such a loss. My thoughts are with you. Bobbie Robertson - Posted by: Bobbie Robertson (Former co-worker of Greg and Anne) on: Apr 04, 2026