It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Brian David McKenzie on December 31, 2013 at the age of 64. Brian was born on January 9, 1949 in Victoria, BC to father Hugh McKenzie and mother Helen (nee Peden). He is predeceased by his parents as well as his wife of 32 years, Valerie (nee Waggoner). Brian is survived by his son Alan, daughter Lisa (Jarret), grandchildren Brittany, Alexis, Jacob and Brodie; brother Ross (Yvette), uncle to Murray and Shaun McKenzie, Benjamin and Lindsay Dawe, and many cousins. Brian was a Parkinson’s survivor for 21 years and fought hard not to let any limitations hold him back from trying new experiences. We are especially grateful to the staff of Trillium at Clover Point Care who worked around the clock to provide the care needed by our father for the short time he was there, as well as the care team at Victoria Hospice who ensured Brian lived out his last days in peace and comfort.
A Celebration of Brian’s life will be held in Victoria at McCall Bros. Funeral Home, 1400 Vancouver St. on Saturday, January 25, at 1:30pm with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Victoria Epilepsy and Parkinson’s Centre.
McCall Bros. Funeral Home
www.mccallbros.com
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Dave Welham in Toronto
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Cheryl Gilbert I am so sad to hear the news of Brian’s passing. We were co-workers and we often talked to one another about our families. We talked alot about his son, his daughter and his grandchildren. I have fond memories of Brian from the time we worked together. He also was so helpful to me when we worked together on those darn FOI requests. A very patient and kind man.
My sincerest sympathy to his family.
Cheryl Gilbert and family.
Dear Ross:
My parents, Ruth & John Welham, were business and social friends of your parents. Dad respectfully spoke of how likeable your father was, and both my parents mentioned the enjoyable times spent with yours at Trailer Club outings. I believe that is how you and Brian came to meet my brother Jim, who is just a few months younger than Brian was. When I inform Jim I know he will be saddened to hear of Brian’s passing. He sounds like a brave and determined man to have survived his illness for 2 decades. My wife joins me in sending you our sincere condolence.