It is with great sadness that the family of Brian Small announces his passing. He leaves his wife of 57 years, Shirley; daughters Carolyn (Rick), Patricia (Geoff) and son David; also grandchildren Michael, Jennifer (Kyle), Matthew, Heather and Spencer as well as two great-grandchildren Haley and Adam; brothers Roy (Marydale), Gary (Cathy); sisters Carol (Pat) and Lynn; as well as many nieces a nephews.
Born and raised in Victoria, he was a member of the Victoria Junior Chamber of Commerce (Jaycees), he owned and operated the Esquimalt Bakery for 10 years and was the manager of the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce for 25 years, retiring in 1994.
Brian was active over the years; he loved to curl, play tennis and golf. He also enjoyed many card games with family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at 2:30 pm in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC.
In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Shirley and family. I know it is months later, but have just learned of Brian’s passing. You have my sincerest condolences and I am hoping that you are copying with your loss. I will let my husband David Logie, currently in care at Broadmead Lodge know (has Alzheimers), and will also inform my brothers-in-law Bruce and Mike Logie.
Sorry to hear of your passing, Brian. We had many good times at school when our names got mixed up. Enjoyed catching up with you at school reunions. Our fathers worked together at Small’s Bakery in Victoria many years.
To Shirley and all the Family.
We are very sad to learn of Brian’s passing.
John enjoyed working with Brian at so many things, especially the Jaycee Fair at the Memorial Arena.
How fortunate this City is to have had the likes of Brian Small. They don’t come by very often. He did his jobs all well.
Luckily the many great memories live on forever.
Please know we send our Sincere Sympathy to you and all the Family.
John and Marilyn Bate
Shirley & Family
Our condolences to you and your family. Although I knew most about him through Jaycees, the one thing that I remember very well is his love for family and the tremendous pride he has in his grandchildren. I think the void in their lives from his passing will be immense and my heart goes out to them. He was one of the good people that spent his life making the lives of others better in so many ways. Rest in peace my friend. David Trace.
Dear Shirley and Family,
I read Brian’s obituary on line and was so very sorry to hear of his passing recently. I volunteer at Blood Services with Shirley and have been aware of his illness for some time. My sincere condolences to you, Shirley, and all of your family and friends.
Regards, Colleen
Dear Shirley and family, I would like to offer my sincere sympathy on the death of Brian. I have such fond memories of our years involved with the Chamber and all the fun we used to have. Having just lost Bob to lung cancer I do understand what you are going through. It is so hard to be without them when they have always been there at your side. My very best wishes and positive thoughts go out to you at this very difficult time.
Kindest Regards, Sheila Harvey
Dear Shirley
Grethe and I are sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. We will always be thankful for the support and friendship you provided over the years for my sister Barbara. Our condolences to you and your family.