It is with sadness we announce the passing of our Father John, on October 10th, 2025, after a brief battle with respiratory illness.
John was predeceased by his parents, Gloria and Jose from Vila Franca do Campo, Sao Miguel Azores Portugal and the mother of his children, Gloria Jean.
He is survived by sons David (Sharon) and John (Dee), his granddaughter Halle, brother Joe (Guimar) and will be missed by many other family members and friends.
As a young man he was quite the goaltender on the pitch. Later, he joined the working force as a Crane Operator and long-time member of the IUOE where he assisted in the completion of many local construction projects. John enjoyed years of camping in East Sooke spending time on his boat fishing. He was known as a character who kept people laughing with his good humour and silly sayings.
To the staff at the Selkirk Seniors Village, thank you for your care and patience. He often said how great you all were to him. Also, to the VGH staff for making a hard situation much easier.
At Johns request there will be no official service. He would much rather you raise a glass in his memory.
John, we love you 10,000 sockeye!
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Sal Ruffolo
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Erna and Rick Dave and Sharon, So sorry for your loss. Rick and I send our deepest condolences.
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Kay and Carol Bruner To all the Brum Familiers
We send our condolences to you all on the passing of John Sr.
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Donna M May Sorry for the loss of your Dad, Grandad, brother and friend.
Had some good times with John & Gloria out at East Sooke. He is now sharing his fishing stories with a whole new bunch of folks and catching up with those who have gone before him.
Donna May
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Diane Cook So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Just seeing his photo brought back so many great memories ..good times with John, Gloria, Laurie and I. Take care.
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Joe de Frias My deepest condolences to all the family!!
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The Weening’s. Lived, Loved and Laughed
Your father was surrounded by all and accomplished all in his life. Anything you Dee and Halle need. You know how to reach us.
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Liz Mcleod Dear John, Dee, Halle,David and Sharon
We are so deeply sorry for the loss of your dad. John was always the life of the party, with that quick wit and laugh we will never forget.
Please know you are in our thoughts and hearts during this difficult time.
With all our love,
Jose and Guiomar Brum and the “Girls” Linda, Liz and Sandy
Xoxo
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Murray Dobie So sorry to hear of John’s passing. I am sure he is in a boat, the wind to his back, the sun on his face and hooking another fourth pound sockeye.
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Kim Stewart (nee Provan) John, Dee, David & Sharon,
We are so sorry for your loss.
I cannot remember a time when John wasn’t part of our family. We spent many years in East Sooke laughing with him and Gloria, or at the house on Hallowe’en celebrating John Jr’s birthday.
10,000 Sockeye doesn’t see like enough for this funny man!
Love,
Kim, Dale and Taylor Stewart
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Karen Farley & Karol Farley John, Dee and Halle, sorry for your loss. Our condolences to your family. Love and thoughts… Karen & Karol
So sorry for your loss. I met John in my younger years, such a great guy. My deepest condolences to the family!!