April 23, 1956 – August 15, 2009
Brent passed away quietly in his sleep at his home in Saanich. Predeceased by his father, David Huggins. He leaves his dear friend, companion and love, Joelene Heathcote; their sons, Ieuan (3) and Madoc (1 month); his mother, Meryl and brother, Craig. He will be remembered fondly by numerous other relatives and friends in Canada and the U.K. Brent lived his whole life in Victoria. He attended Oak Bay High School and the University of Victoria. For the past 22 years, he had worked for Airgas Canada Inc. as a gas applications representative. He was an avid sportsman and was particularly keen on the game of rugby which he played and coached for many years with the Castaway Wanderers Rugby Club. Fishing was another passion and he loved spending time at the helm of the “Wahoo Boy”. Although Brent had children late in life, his greatest happiness was his family, who gave him love and a sense of purpose.
There will be a private family memorial service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Heart & Stroke Foundation of B.C., #107 – 1001 Cloverdale Ave., Victoria, BC V8X 4C9 or a charity of your choice.
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My sincere condolences for your loss. Knowing Brent for over 25 years through the castaways and his 22 years as a coworker. Many great memories of so many times he was able to put a smile on my face with his humor, be it at work, on his boat, or with a beverage in his backyard. I know talking with him his greatest joy over the past few years was his family. He will be sadly missed. My thoughts are with the family.
Ross Jones.
“Huggs” was a dear friend and neighbour for many years. The last time we saw him he was excited to share the news he would soon become a father once again. We were so saddened to learn about his passing – far too soon.
We have some great memories of Brent which we’ll cherish always, and want to extend our heartfelt condolences to Joelene and family during this very difficult time.
This is indeed a very sad time, both for the family and for all of us who were lucky enough to know Brent as a friend. I have many fond memories of Brent, and when I think of him, I always see him smiling that “I’ve got a funny secret” smile.
I hope someday to meet his little boys, and am somehow comforted that he still lives because of them.
To Mrs Huggins, Craig, Joelene and the children.
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the loss of my good friend Brent. Craig as you would know I have known Brent a long time and we had spent some great times together. He also helped me through some difficult times. But I will surely remember him with happy thoughts as the time we shared was mostly full of laughter. He will be missed by many many friends.
God Speed Brent
Love Chris (Morrison)
To Brent’s sweetheart and kids………..
While Brent’s life was short, it was incredibly wide. He touched many lives and his joy for coaching CW rugby means that a little of him will remain with many of those he coached and mentored.
I recall seeing him a few years back, it had been awhile since we talked and he was over the moon at the arrival of Iuean. He recognized the challenge of parenting at an older age, but the joy in his eyes meant he was absolutely up for the challenge.
My thoughts are with you and Craig. May the memories you ahve of Brent comfort you at this difficult time.
Kelly Mann
I am so sorry to hear of Brent’s passing.. The thing that comes to mind when I think about Brent, is that he was “one of the good guys”. A great guy who will be missed by many.
My thoughts are with his family….
We were very saddened to hear about the passing of Brent. I was an old school friend of Brent’s. I have very fond memories of our Elementary, Junior, and Senior High School years, especially the summer journeys to Lake Manitoba for fun and relaxation. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all his family.
We are so very saddened to hear about the sudden passing of Brent. We will aways hold near to us many, many memories of days gone by … a glorious day on the boat, a cold, windy and rainy day clutching a beer on the rugby pitch, or sharing many a laugh, and sharing a tear. We will treasure these memories and hope during these very difficult times your memories of Brent will provide you with some comfort.
Dave, Janet and Dominic Ricciuti
We will miss Brent even though we havent seen Brent for a few years we always seemed to meet someone who would keep us informed on how his family was doing. He was a good friend and a great fishing buddy. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time. George and Theresa Fritz.
To all his family + those I know and his new family – my heartfelt condolences
Brent and I were great friends in highschool and through our football years. A great athlete and dreamer with a wry sense of humor. I cherished our friendship and always admired him.
Rob cowan