I worked with Brian in Micromedia going back. His enthusiasm for the things he enjoyed and was passionate about were plain to see. He loved talking about the author Jake MacDonald and the Lake. His enthusiasm for the " Giant Pumpkin" was fun. Will always remember the way he embraced Winter through his Ice Rink parties on the River. Glad we always made time for brief comments and conversations.

I worked with Brian at Reader Services at Millennium Library and always enjoyed our chats. He had a wry sense of humour and I especially loved his stories about his dog, Tessa. I am grateful I had the chance to know and work with him. Deepest condolences to his family and loved ones.

I worked with Brian at Millennium Library and he was always kind and he taught me a lot. He was always a calm presence and the best days were when you could catch his smile hidden behind his signature mustache. Rest in Peace Brian.

I worked with Brian at St. James, Millennium, and Charleswood Library. Brian was one of those rare individuals who made you feel heard and understood. I always appreciated his empathetic and deep listening ability and enjoyed working alongside him. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.

Our deepest condolences to Brian's family and loved ones. He had such a chill vibe, it was as if nothing was bothering him which is saying something because he was working at Reader Services (MILL). Rest well Brian.

I had the pleasure of working with Brian many times over the years at various libraries and always enjoyed his wry sense of humour, the glimmer in his eye when talking about the absurdities of the world, and his overall kindness. I'm very sad to hear of his passing.

I worked with Brian on multiple occasions at Reader’s Services and remember him as someone who supported his fellow library colleagues. Brian’s voice was always gentle and his manner even-keeled; our exchanges ranged from current events to library advocacy to stories of his dog Tessa, of which, I enjoyed the most. To Brian’s family & friends, please accept my heartfelt sympathy on your loss. May you find peace during this difficult time and comfort in loving memories of Brian. I will remember Brian as a wonderful colleague whom I had the privilege to work with at Millennium library.

I had the great pleasure of working alongside Brian in the Reader Services section of the Millennium Library. He was a genuine human being, down-to-earth, endlessly generous, and it was a real joy to know him.

I knew Brian through the library, and he always had an amusing, dry sense of humor (& a great speaking voice). After working with him a bit, I found out he had a lot of knowledge about a wide range of subjects. The photos included here show a great side to a younger Brian I was not familiar with (with some awesome glasses and hats). I was sorry to hear about his passing & am sending best wishes to his family and loved ones.

Had the great pleasure of working with Brian at the Millennium Library: a truly kind, gentle soul. Regularly prioritized the well being of others over his own. Congratulations Brian on a life well lived (you will always be in my thoughts).

I have not seen our cousin Brian for many years but I thought of him often. And whenever I have thought about him I always thought of his gentleness.

Reading through Brian's old work was a beautiful reminder of his observations of the world around him. Seeing the moments that became integral parts of his being and how much he valued moments he shared with his family, big or small.

I remember him as a quieter and gentler person, but when I think harder I can picture the moments of intensity playing multiple solitaire over the old wooden table at the cabin, the witty comments between uncles and cousins, the thoughtful gifts that became traditions of family visits to the ball park on opening night of the Winnipeg Goldeyes.

I hope he and Tessa are reunited together now on the other side.

Rest easy.

Growing up I remember Brian always being a quiet soft spoken person. He always had the most caring and thoughtful gifts for everyone. He used to wrap them in newspaper and it was always exciting to see what he had planned that year, he was very thoughtful. I always knew that there would be Goldeyes tickets for us,  it was something I would looking forward to doing with everyone in the summer time. He brought our blended family together for many years. One of my favorite memories was when he lived on Wellington Crescent and he had everyone over for Christmas one year. He got us all down to the river to play a fun game of hockey. Little did we know that the ice wasn't completely frozen yet and it was actually dangerous to be on there and one of the firefighters fell through the ice. He was always such a nice gentle person who was very giving and a joy to be around.  He will be missed dearly.