“The Rev” is no more. He has ceased to be. Bereft of life, he rests in peace. He’s kicked the bucket, hopped the twig, bit the dust. He’s snuffed it. He’s not pining, he’s passed on. Expired & gone to meet his maker to preach atop the great pulpit in the Sky.
Thrice he sired: Geoffrey (anon.); Margaret (favorite son-in-law, Deep); Laura Howarth-Joseph (favorite daughter-in-law, Lynsie). Adored grandpa of Anu, Rayna & Lily. Husband to Margaret, Youngest brother of Ken (Gloria), Barbara Mary (Bill), Gil (Cheryl) and beloved Son of Jack & Gladys (long since passed).
The life of Brian will be celebrated in person and on YouTube, Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. at Christ’s Church Cathedral. 252 James St. North, Hamilton ON. Full Communion. Nothing too preachy, and some bits about Heaven, Hell and everlasting life. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM at the church, interment to follow at Christ Church Flamborough.
In lieu of flowers, please send gold, frankincense, or donations can be made “Christ’s Church Cathedral” and will be allocated to feed the hungry. Don’t worry too much about the myrrh. . .
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Uncle Brian I had the honor of meeting you through Gil. I meet you many times and you had a great sense of humor, I could truly see how much you and Gil were alike. I was especially touched when you said I could call you Uncle Brian.(As Gil is my “adopted Papa”) your presence will be truly missed but you will never be forgotten.
The Shoe has left the building. Like John, he’s gone. Will miss you, my dear friend. In the fullness of time, Mike and I will look you up.
The first time I met Brian he was on his motorcycle visiting with Margy, at my home. His sense of humour was then and always his greatest gift. He made an impact on me and even though I hadn’t seen him for quite awhile I will still miss him. Rest in Peace Brian.
Brian was my introduction to St Bart’s Church, along with the Scout Troop. I remember him sitting with our boys watching ‘The Life of Brian’ and thoroughly enjoying it.
He was a really, really, really good man. So glad I can say I knew him; thanks for everything, Brian.
So sad to hear of our next door neighbor passing away. Cancer has taken another life.
Rest in peace friend.
Dear Geoff, Margaret and Margaret,
I am so very sorry for this news and send my deepest condolences.
May you find comfort in your happy memories and be supported by the love of family and friends.
May Brian rest in peace.
We knew Brian only casually as a neighbour to chat with when we crossed paths on the beach in Blair’s Grove or at a BBQ but he seemed a thoughtful, gentle man. We are saddened by his passing and send condolences to the family.
I was the server/altar boy, many years ago, for Brian’s first service as Priest of Christ Church Flamborough. Over time, I came to know him as a thoughtful, caring individual with an easy smile and a gentle demeanour – a perfect fit for a Priest. My condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
Brian is missed by his Blair Grove neighbours. He is remembered for walking through the trees, along the beach, carrying his sandals and feet in the water. He was visited by his children, Geoff and Margaret, who both showed how much they loved him.
Brian, your spirit lives on here – in a place you loved to call home.
Likewise, my brother and I had the priviledge of serving for Brian at Christ Church Flamborough many moons ago..
I was always so pleased to see Brian from time to time. He touched the hearts of so many with his kindness and unique sense of humour.
Thank you for your blessings Brian!
Never forgotten!
Bob Simpson
We felt blessed to know Brian and appreciated his spiritual leadership and friendship at St. Luke’s church where he attended while living at Blair’s Grove. We remember his quiet manner and felt honoured to call him a friend.
Grant & Carol Collins
Brian and I shared many a joke in the kitchen of the theology centre at Huron College. That carried into us visiting the kitchen of many a church over the years. He was truly a man of God with deep faith, deep compassion and a slightly twisted sense of humour. My sympathy to you all, Brian’s family, and God be with you. We are all better people for having known Brian.
Brian- Your ministry in Huron meant so much to so many!
May you rest in peace and rise in glory-
+Bruce and Jane Howe
Dear Margaret, Geoff and Margaret, We were saddened to hear of Brian’s passing. Your family were such faithful and passionate and kind supporters of the Northern Collegiate Bands when you lived in Sarnia. Marianne and I will keep you in our thoughts and prayers to be comforted by many warm and loving memories of Brian.
Sorry to hear Brian has shot into orbit. I was two years behind him at Huron College at a time when liberal thinking was taking traditional Anglicanism by storm. He was a lot of fun and will be missed. Rest in peace my friend.
I was lucky to meet Brian when he was in our parish. He was a down to earth person with a wicked sense of humour.
M.J. Samela
We are sad to hear of Rev. Brian’s death.
We had the honour of Brian officiating at our daughter’s wedding in our back yard in 90 deg. weather, with the perspiration dripping off of his face onto the prayer book.
He had only smiles.
It was an honour to have him at St. Bartholomew’s. Rest in peace, Brian.
My condolences to you, Brian’s family. I’m probably one of the few people left who knew him as a curate at St. Christopher’s, Burlington. Brian had his hands full with those of us who were teenage members of the youth group as well as the choir. Just kidding, I don’t imagine that Scott McNaughton (Rev.) and I were too much trouble to handle back then. Later, I met up with Rev. Canon Shoesmith in Fergus, when I/we lived there, as well as at a wedding at Christ Church, Flamborough. He had a memorable smile. I’m sorry to hear of Brian’s death, but I understand that he won’t be suffering anymore. I can imagine him smiling and singing as he begins his ultimate existence. Hopefully, you will be comforted knowing of his kindness to others.
So very sorry to hear of Brian’s passing.
We were made welcome when we attended Christ Church Flamborough by Brian and later married by him in 1978.
I remember him as a good man, down to earth with a sense of humour.
We were lucky to have known him and he will be missed.
Sincerely,
Wendy and Bill Huth.
When my husband Jeff & I moved to the area in 1976 Brian was our nice next door neighbour and minister at our new church and he really enjoyed riding his motor cycle. Brian was a friendly, caring and very kind person. Condolences to his loved ones.
Helen Nichol
Brian and I studied at Interfaith Pastoral Counselling Centre in Kitchener. He was a great friend and a trusted colleague.
Rest in PEACE! Thankful for your life and the time we
were together so many years ago now. Enjoy your peace
and heavenly joy!