Bryan “Doc” White
November 23, 1937 – November 11, 2024
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Bryan White, of Dundas on Monday, November 11, 2024, after a valiant battle with COPD and emphysema.
Bryan was the much loved father to Jim (Patricia), John, and Patti (Jason), and proud grandfather of Ryan (McKenna) and Colin Tomalin, and Rachel White, as well as his “grandpets”, Maddie and Gidget. Bryan will be fondly remembered by former son-in-law, Kevin Tomalin and former daughters-in-law, Lillian White and Melissa Dawson. Bryan will also be missed by his cousins, many nieces and nephews, friends, and neighbours.
Predeceased by his beloved wife Anne, sister Joan Belmore (Ron), and brothers Michael and Peter (Dana) and many other friends and family.
Bryan was a lifelong member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch 36 in Dundas and was named “Legionnaire of the Year” twice for his contributions to his beloved “club”. He was an electrician with 65 years of membership with IBEW1005, where he made many longtime friends. He loved fishing, golfing, playing darts, and attending his grandchildren’s sports and other activities. If you played baseball or hockey in Dundas in the 1960’s and 70’s, chances are you were coached by Bryan, or your paths crossed on the ball field or ice.
The family would like to thank Dr. Emilie, Dr. Hanna and nurses Lisa and Faith (Firestone Clinic at St. Joseph’s hospital), and Dr. Coschi (Juravinski Cancer Centre), Nurse Mui (Bayshore Health), and the Palliative Care Team at St. Joseph’s hospital for the loving care provided to Bryan in his final months. A special thank you to neighbours Burt and Sharon, Eugene, Karen and Francis, Kate, Mary, Sylvia and Tony for their assistance and visits that kept his spirits up.
Per Bryan’s wishes, there will be no funeral or celebration of life. A private family interment will take place at a later date. Donations in Bryan’s memory can be made to Jumpstart for Kids or another charity of your choice.
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; love leaves a memory no one can steal.” – Irish Proverb
Patti and family,
We offer our deepest sympathies on the loss of your dad.
Bill and Nancy Dixon
I only met Brian twice, but am saddened by his passing .My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family
So sorry to hear of Doc’s passing. Our sincerest condolences.
Jan and Marvin Boles
I grew up in Donna’s variety store hearing the name Bryan White as a young one. He stated a fixture in my life. My children even ran over and swam in Bryan’s pool.
We all send our condolences.
Respectfully,
Kathy Dowdy, Dick and Donna Dowdy, Joseph and Bob Dowfy
I met Doc at Branch 36 years ago and found him to be a sharing, welcoming person to everyone he met. I will sadly miss his smiling face and generous personality. Thanks Doc.