Together Again
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Julian Cecil (Cec) Berezowski on November 21,2020. Cec passed away peacefully with his daughter Laurie by his side at Veterans Memorial Lodge at Broadmead. Born in 1929, in Kamsack, Saskatchewan. Cec was the eldest of 3 brothers. Upon graduation from high school, Cec was employed as a reporter for the Kamsack times. During his tenure there, he honed his writing and reporting skills which served him well throughout his life both in his military career, and subsequently in his career as a consultant.
During his posting at Work Point Barracks, he met and married his wife Eleanor Vanlea Cave in 1955. While proudly serving the Canadian Armed Forces the world over Cec attained the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. After retirement Cec and Van returned to Victoria, the city which they both loved so much.
During his retirement years Cec was active in RUSI, serving for a time as the editor of their newsletter. He enjoyed gardening around his home, golfing and curling at Glen Meadows country club. Cec is predeceased by his parents Mary and Joseph Berezowski, his wife Eleanor Vanlea (2012) and his brother Melvin Berezowski (2015).
He is survived by his daughter Laurie Gallucci (Michael), his grandson Brian Gallucci (Nicole), his granddaughter Katherine Ubil, his great grandson Emrys Ubil, his brother Edward Berezowski (Mary), nieces, nephews and cousins. At Cec’s request there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Canadian Alzheimer’s Association https://alzheimer.ca/bc/en/take-action/donate would be appreciated.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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17 Responses
Jennifer Maratos
‘Cec’ was a great friend and golf partner to “Bomber Bateman”, Chris Seymour, and myself back in the Glen Meadows days. He was also a most valued and honest strategic analyst and writer for DANNPAC (the Pacific Region division of the Defence Association National Network). He richly deserves to be remembered with respect, admiration and fondness…..”Fair Winds and Following Seas” to you my friend!
To Laurie and the Berezowski family: my deepest condolences over the loss of your father ‘Cec’. But being reunited with ‘Van’ will be his greatest Christmas gift!
Rest in peace “Uncle” Cec. You and Vanlea were such an important part of our lives.
Our hearts go out to you and your family. Although I don’t know exactly what to say, I want you to know that I am with you in thought and wish you comfort and peace as you remember your dad. Much love and hugs.❤️
Deepest sympathy to Laurie and family. Cec is my cousin and will be dearly missed by my family and I. May he rest in peace in his loving wife Van’s arms. Love to you all at this difficult time ❤
Laurie and family, Cec was a good friend of our Regiment, and a frequent attender at social functions in our Mess. He is fondly remembered by those of us who had the pleasure of his company. He will be missed by many in the national Gunner community.
Dale Murray
Honorary Colonel
5 (BC) Field Regiment RCA
Laurie and family my deepest condolences for the loss of your amazing father. Cousin Bern McNicholl.
I took over from him, at his hard prompting, as the RUSI newsletter editor. Great mentor, great storyteller, great RUSI colleague.
Rest In Peace Mr Berezowski,you were a remarkable man and accomplished so much in your life time.It was a pleasure to have met you.peace and love to your dear family
May he now rest knowing that his legacy will live on with his daughter, her family and those of us who were privileged to hear his life story through Laurie. He is an angel now watching over his family and friends. Sending love and prayers that your loss turn into wonderful memories.