| It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Duggan, age 77 years, in Victoria, BC. Brian was born in Kenora, Ontario on December 5th, 1938, son of John and Gertrude Duggan. He leaves to mourn his daughter, Jackie (Patrick); siblings, John (Marion), Dean (Maria), Shelagh (Michael); grandchildren, Emma and Theodore; Aunt Beatrice Stewart; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.
Brian grew up in Redditt, Ontario and attended St. Paul’s College boarding school in Winnipeg. Following high school, he obtained a BA, became a Chartered Accountant, and then earned an MBA and PhD from the University of Western Ontario. He taught in the Faculty of Management at the University of Manitoba from 1966-1995. While attending St. Paul’s high school, Brian joined the Sea Cadet Corps. He then joined the Naval Reserve at age 18 and retired in 1993. He loved his time in the Reserves and career highlights were his trips overseas, the camaraderie, and being the Commanding Officer of HMCS Chippewa, the Naval Reserve Unit in Winnipeg, during the 1980’s. Brian endured a long struggle with Parkinson’s disease with patience and dignity. Brian enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and going to the cottage in Redditt, He was known for his kind, gentle nature, intelligence and his quick sense of humour. The funeral will take place at St. Patrick’s Church, 2060 Haultain Street in Victoria, BC on August 29th, 2016, at noon, followed by interment at Royal Oak Burial Park and reception at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive. Those wishing to do so may make a donation to Parkinson’s Research. McCall Gardens
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Arnie and Diana Sakolinsky
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Jan Watters Jackie and family.
Our sincere sympathy on your Dad’s passing. He was a true gentleman, with a wonderful sense of humour and such an engaging personality. A pleasure to serve with in the Naval Reserve. Rest in peace and wishing smooth winds and a following sea.
Yours Aye,
Jan Watters and Mick Weaver
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Wayne Bennink My extreme deepest condolences to the family of Cdr Brian Duggan..As a past shipmate under his command…he demanded the best from his company and he received it. I was honoured to serve under his command and a better person professionally and personally. He will be a missed Naval Colleague…but a respected remembered sailor.
It is time Cdr Duggan to drop your anchor and rest….ALL HANDS….Cdr Duggan…”Eternal Watch” Aye Ready Aye…
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CPO1 Christopher Radimer Cdr Duggan was a great CO and strong leader for us in HMCS CHIPPAWA.
Please accept my deepest condolences, and my hope that you will take strength from your memories of his life.
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Colleen Duuggan I will always remember our great family celebrations and your wonderful presence at these memorable gatherings. Rest in peace – we will meet again. You will be missed. Love, Colleen
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Maureen Braisby (nee McDonald) My deepest condolences to the family of Brian. I grew up with all the family in Redditt and have fond memories of everyone. Brain had a wonderful sense of humor. It was wonderful to see him in 2005 and reminisce about all the fun we had in Redditt as “youngsters. God Bless each and everyone and my prayers are with you at this sad time.
Please accept our most heartfelt condolences on your loss. Brian was a good friend and will be missed.