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Brian Julius

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BRIAN JULIUS

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July 27, 1936 - October. 23, 2023

Brian passed away peacefully, enjoying his Happy Hour glass of red wine. It was his favourite time of day It soothed the pain and suffering and boredom of heart failure 24/7.

 

He is survived by Liz, his wife of 61 years whom he met while both were in Naval Reserves at H.M.C.S. Chippawa, His 2 sons, Rick (Wpg./Thailand ) and Bunny his wife Kerry (Banff) and the lights of his life, his two beautiful and feisty granddaughters, Raina and Elora. Plus many nieces and nephews both in Wpg., Banff and elsewhere in Alberta. He loved his sons so much, and was so proud of all their accomplishments. 

 

Brian led an active life enjoying many interests and activities. He always did the best he could do, no matter what it was. Working at MTS. and serving in the Reserve Navy, he retired from both at the age of 55. After that, he volunteered at a lot of different things, but mainly with the MTS Pioneers fixing talking books for the CNIB, and then for Victoria Lifeline. As well as enjoying curling, both ice and floor, golf fishing camping and cooking. And for the first 5 years he also kept the house and got the meals.

 

Then Liz retired and the pace picked up. Travel now was stepped up and enjoyed by both. He enjoyed their life in their home on S. Andrews Rd. for 47 yrs. Then Made a new life and friends in the new Apartment.

 

In short, Brian loved family, friends, music (as long as it was before 1950) and babies and toddlers and dogs. Rest in peace Darling. We will all miss you.

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Andrew Dolenuk

December 30, 2023 at 5:52 PM

Worked with Brian in Central Office with MTS. You were the best Brian! R.I.P.
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Robert Miller

December 13, 2023 at 5:38 PM

My sympathies to the Julius family. I was in the Chippawa Band with Chief Julius from 1975 until his retirement. He was a great sax player and became the band master in 1982. He was pleasant to be around and easy to work with. I missed him when he retired in 1986. 
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Linda Fiorino

December 3, 2023 at 11:19 PM

Sending you Liz(Bette)  and family, our most Sincere and heartfelt  condolences on the passing of your Dear  Brian . Blessings 🙏🏻💐 Sincerely Linda & Joe Fiorino  😘
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Barb Gudmundson

December 1, 2023 at 11:04 PM

So sorry to hear of Brian's passing. My deepest condolences Liz and family.
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Dee and Otto

November 11, 2023 at 8:39 PM

Sincere condolences, Liz and family. Brian will always be remembered. 
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Ed Clairmont

November 6, 2023 at 9:42 PM

Sincere condolences, Liz, Rick, Bunny, Kerry, Raina, Elora on the passing of Brian.
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Jock Peden - PO(2)(R)

November 6, 2023 at 8:02 PM

Sincerest condolences to Brian's wife, family and close friends. I knew Brian MANY years ago (the 1970s) when I enjoyed playing the trombone in the Chippawa band with him. He was not only a fine musician (probably the best in the band at that time), but was an even nicer human being. Despite a gap in age of nearly twenty years, he welcomed me at all times as if I were one his best friends. He had a great sense of humour, and I enjoyed every minute of my time spent with him (far too few). I remember him very fondly still - a fine fellow indeed!
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Don & Carole Cockrell

November 6, 2023 at 5:45 PM

We would like to offer our sincere condolences to Liz and family. Brian was a member of our wedding party and was a good friend. I worked at MTS with him and he was always easy going and a friend to everyone. We also had many a good time at Chippawa at the meat grabs. It is too bad that we had lost contact over the years when we moved outside of the city. 
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Louise & Robin Simmons (CPO2 (ret'd))

November 6, 2023 at 1:22 AM

We offer our most sincere condolences at this time to Liz and all the family. I (Robin) have many good memories of my association with Brian.  The many parades in HMCS  Chippawa and on the street for special occasions.  There was curling with the Chippawa Club (sometimes with me), the CanMidWest excursions and also the Senior NCO'S bonspiels in Kenora. My wife and I really enjoyed the outings provided by the White Ensign club (Brian & Liz organizers), lunches or dinners at local restaurants, and corn roasts in the fall.  We will always keep these memories. Now he has crossed the bar.
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Bev Grimshire

November 5, 2023 at 11:02 AM

Dear Liz, Rick, Bunny, Kerry, Raina and Elora, We wish to offer our condolences at this difficult time. We will miss Brian's zest for life and his great sense of humor. We shared many laughs and have many happy memories of times spent with Brian at Chippawa and while curling. We will raise a glass and toast Brian until we meet again. To absent friends. Bev & Lawrence Grimshire
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Marilyn Jules

November 5, 2023 at 2:37 AM

My deepest condolences to all the family. Such sad news to hear.... 💕😧😢
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Heather Gadd

November 5, 2023 at 1:39 AM

My heartfelt condolences to the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. Special sympathies sent to Rick, Bunny and his family. Hoping all the beautiful memories you have will help you through the most difficult days to come. Big hugs, Heather Gadd❤
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Elora Julius

November 5, 2023 at 12:26 AM

Miss you grandpa -elora ❤
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Gaylene Logan

November 4, 2023 at 9:09 PM

I'm so very sorry to hear about Uncle Brian's passing. So many wonderful memories ❤️. Thinking of you all during this time. Sending lots of love and a very big hug to Aunty Liz xo❤️
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Kathie Stubbs

November 4, 2023 at 8:34 PM

I am so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing.  He was a fellow employee and a good friend.  He was one of the nicest people I ever worked with.  Condolences to Liz and family. 
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Dave Leochko

November 4, 2023 at 7:17 PM

One of the nicest person that I worked with MTS. Easy going and friendly to everyone. He will be missed by everyone who new him.
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Jeff

November 4, 2023 at 6:22 PM

My deepest sympathies and condolences to Liz, Rick, Bunny, Kerry and kids. Brian was a stand up one of a kind. Truly saddened to hear this news. Wishing you all the best in these tough times.  Norquay Jeff xoxo
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Marlyn Harding

November 4, 2023 at 5:58 PM

My sincere condolences to Liz and all the family.  I always enjoyed floor curling with you and Brian and Brian was such a gentleman to play with. He will be missed. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal but love leaves memories  no one can steal.  May all your wonderful memories that you shared together somehow sustain you in your time of sorrow.
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Kevin Wazny

November 4, 2023 at 5:14 PM

God bless❤   Blessings to the Julius family!  My condolences as he will be sorely missed.
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Gayle & Jake

November 4, 2023 at 4:39 PM

Our condolences to Liz and family.  Brian was always fun to be with and always a gentleman.  Too many great and hilarious stories to pick out just one. I will miss our phone calls which were always filled with laughter.   Fair Winds and a Following Sea Gayle & Jake
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Todd and Allison

November 4, 2023 at 4:26 PM

Our condolences to the Julius family.  ❤
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James McArthur

November 4, 2023 at 3:41 PM

One of the Great ones. Rest well. He will be missed.
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Wilma Thiessen

November 4, 2023 at 3:15 PM

Condolences to you, Liz and your family. I will cherish the memories of our floor curling and bus trip. 
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Michael Boutilier

November 4, 2023 at 3:01 PM

Miss you uncle. I'll never forget you showing me you could play a beer bottle and me saying you should be in a band. And being so young I admired your tattoos. Until we meet again love you.
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Graeme Lowden

November 4, 2023 at 2:06 PM

Cheeers Brian,  Lots of good memories from Chippawa.  All the best to Liz and family Graeme Lowden
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Bob Miller

November 4, 2023 at 12:06 PM

I worked with Brian at MTS. He was a helluva nice guy. Soft spoken, unassuming. Happy Trails Brian
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Mitch MCIntyre

November 3, 2023 at 11:19 PM

All that the best to the Julius family thinking of you. Had many laughs with Brain and the family over the years . He will be missed not forgotten RIP xoxo ❤️
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Johnny Crow

November 3, 2023 at 10:45 PM

❤❤ Hugs to the family and all that knew him May he travel well 
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Steven Mckeigan

November 3, 2023 at 10:22 PM

All the best to the Julius family from our family. Brian was always a pleasure to be around. 
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