Brodie passed away peacefully on May 2, 2019 surrounded by his loving family, following a brave battle with brain cancer (and for the record, he did not lose his battle – the cancer died with him, so technically it was a tie). He is survived by his wife and love of his life Kim; daughters, Sidney and Kiley; loving parents Randy and Linda; grandma, Beth Friesen; sister, Deidre (Ryan); nieces, Evelyn and Rose; nephew, Samuel; brother, Marty; special in-laws, Joe and Vivien Stott (the Immigrants); brother-in-law, Brad; nieces, Belle and Piper; nephew, Bowen; loyal dog, Swiffer as well as numerous other relatives and loved ones.
Brodie lived large, loved fiercely, and always had a smile to share. Ever the prankster, Brodie loved to laugh and make others laugh, from his hilarious songs sung around the campfire, to his reputation at Dockyard for ensuring ladder safety. He was lucky enough to have two years to live like he was dying, and he took advantage of every day and all his credit card travel rewards.
He enjoyed many, many things – among them craft beer, camping, playing guitar, singing, hockey, free beer, slow pitch, travelling the world, brewery tours, brewery t-shirts, cold beer, breakfast sandwiches, Hawaiian shirts, hot sauce, and above all, his family. He despised lima beans, shoddy wiring, being hungry, running out of beer, and brain tumors.
Tremendous and heartfelt thanks go to the exceptional staff and volunteers at Victoria Hospice, who provided much more than nursing care, but also provided a peaceful and compassionate environment for Brodie (and his family and friends) during his transition from this life to the next.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Brodie’s name can be made to Victoria Hospice, https://www.victoriahospice.org/, RedCross Home Equipment Loan Program, https://www.redcross.ca/how-we-help/community-health-services-in-canada/health-equipment-loan-program or your favourite watering hole, where you are requested to enjoy a few and tell stories of the great Brodie Johnson.
Celebration of Life to be held in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive on Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 2:00 pm.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Being a friend of Brodies is a gift.We were not super close but he was my friend. I cant imagine the pain his family and close friends are going through right now. Just know that when some song or moment on the ice,campground,workplace or slow pitch diamond that makes you think of this amazing person instead of drawing a tear of sadness it will become a grin and possibly an all out belly laugh. The memory of him will never leave us nor will his legacy of friendship. Rest in Peace my friend.
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your loved one Brodie. Words can’t express how saddened we are to hear of your loss.Thoughts, prayers and love from NZ
Leanna & Matt
Randy and Linda Our sincerest condolences to you and all your family on the loss of your son. Thinking of you at this sad time.
Ron and Lynn Gardner Sidney B.C.
To Randy, Linda and Family,
Our deepest condolences. Your wonderful words share what an amazing son,husband,father and friend Brodie was. Truly an immeasurable loss to all that knew him.
I am so sorry to hear about Brodie….he was an amazing human being, and it’s too bad there aren’t more like him! Thinking of Kim and the girls, love to you all. xoxo <3
Kim, kidlets; Sidney and Kiley, furbaby, Swiffer; Randy and Linda, Deidre & Marty, et el, the in-law family too… Joe & Vivien, Brad, and all the bits of family attached. Hugs to you all. Take care may all the funny silly wonderful loving memories carry you through this challenging journey. Brodie leaves a beautiful legacy of love, humour, & friendship. His heart shared love with grace, silliness, and sincerity. A friend that had you back and was wicked awesome in an emergency… A life well lived and by far too short… I so appreciate all the ways he touched my world… Love to you all Sue & Geoff, Jackson & the Woof Gang.. <3
I (Brian) only got to meet Brodie a few times, but both Kathy and I feel like we did get to know him through his loving Mom and Dad. On the occasions our paths did cross, I was struck by how much he loved life and his family. It was a joy to be with Brodie and experience his smiles and grace toward me and others. It was also so uplifting to watch the bond he and his Dad enjoyed. Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers at sent to the entire family but especially to Kim, Sidney and Kylie, and Randy and Linda through this time of extreme sadness. Our prayer is that the God of hope will give you all much peace and comfort during the days ahead.
Kim and family and Randy,Linda and family , losing a love one is never easy ! especially such a bright light as Brody ! His smile ,laughter and songs will always be part of our lives ! our deapest condolences
My deepest condolences Kim and the family, not that we have rodeos anymore but if we did they would never be the same without Brodie and you. His laugh and smiles will be sadly missed by everyone he touched. My prayers are with you and the girls and family.❤️
Randy, Linda and Family, Our sincere condolences regarding the passing of Brodie. We will forever be grateful to Brodie for upgrading our 200 amp service. Randy was so proud of Brodie and when I asked him to do the job he said, I think I’ll get Brodie to do it; He’s really good at it; he should be, he wires submarines!
Love, Greg and Jennifer Nelson