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GARY THOMAS BRAZZELL, QC
Date of Passing: Feb 26, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGARY THOMAS BRAZZELL, QC It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Gary Thomas Brazzell at his home on Sunday, February 26, 2012 at the age of 78. Gary will be remembered at a memorial service on Tuesday, March 6 at 2:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. Longer notice was published in Thursday, March 1 newspaper edition. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.mb.ca 885-9715
Publish Date: Mar 3, 2012
GARY THOMAS BRAZZELL, QC It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Gary Thomas Brazzell at his home on Sunday, February 26, 2012, at the age of 78. He is remembered by his wife Edith Margaret (Pixie) (nee Cox), his sister Lois Smith, his sister Phyllis (Rudy) Boivin, his daughter Cathy (Gordon) Speirs, his son Robert (Genevieve) Brazzell, his son Paul (Jennifer) Brazzell, and grandchildren Travis, Tyler, and Megan Speirs; Katrina and Stephanie Brazzell; and Garin, Anthea and Cyra Brazzell. Gary was predeceased by his father Fred and his mother Anne (nee McLaughlin). Gary was born near the hamlet of Moline, just north of Rapid City, Manitoba. He attended Brandon College and in the fall of 1953, having received his commission in the army, he enrolled at the Manitoba Law School. He articled with Johnston, Garson, Forrester, Davidson and Taylor and upon graduation joined the firm James Richardson Sons. He received his call to the bar in 1960 and then joined what is now Thompson Dorfman Sweatman and worked with the late D.A. Thompson for 15 years before establishing his own firm, which eventually was part of the firm of Taylor Brazzell McCaffrey. Gary specialized in corporate and securities law and received his appointment as Queen's Counsel in 1977. He served on the board of directors and as legal counsel for a number of public and private corporations, including Moffat Communications Limited, National Grain Company Limited, Ladco Company Limited, the Winnipeg Sun Limited, VIA Rail Canada, Videon Cable Systems Inc., and Monarch Industries Limited. He acted as legal counsel for North Portage Development Corporation from 1985 to 1991 during its development/construction stage and most recently acted as legal counsel to Tribal Councils Investment Group of Manitoba Ltd. He was a long-term member of the International Bar Association and served as honorary counsel for Mexico in Winnipeg. Gary's dedicated fundraising benefited a variety of groups including Brandon University Foundation, Alzheimer's residence and research, the Conservative Party of Manitoba and the Progressive Conservative Party of Canada. He was proud of his children and their accomplishments and reveled in the activities and achievements of his grandchildren. Gary will be remembered at a memorial service on Tuesday, March 6 at 2:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. Donations, in lieu of flowers, can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Suite 200 - 6 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.mb.ca 885-9715
Publish Date: Mar 1, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 01, 2012
Condolences & Memories (11 entries)
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Sincerest condolences on the passing of your dear and beloved husband and father. May he rest in peace. - Posted by: David Galbraith (Friend) on: Apr 25, 2012
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Gary was a true friend and mentor to me. A man who you always wanted in your corner. Gary's finger prints were on so many of the major philanthropic and business deals in our community over the past forty years. He will be truly missed. My deepest sympathies to the Brazzell family. - Posted by: Michael Kowalson (Friend) on: Mar 07, 2012
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My thoughts are with Gary's family today. He was a steady hand and trusted advisor for many years. - Posted by: Randy Moffat (Friend and business associate) on: Mar 06, 2012
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I am so sorry to discover that Uncle Gary has died. It is a shocking and painful loss. My heartfelt wishes that Tuesday’s ceremony brings to mind those treasured memories you hold. Uncle Gary inspired great initiative and constant effort to be the best each could be; he will be missed. Love and condolences, Margo - Posted by: Margo Leight (neice) on: Mar 05, 2012
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He was the best man you could have in your corner. Our sincere condolences to his family. - Posted by: Gary and Jane Nickel (Friends) on: Mar 04, 2012
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a true friend and supporter with whom I spent many many fun and memorable times. - Posted by: Bill Davis (Friend) on: Mar 03, 2012
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the Brazzell family at this time. Gary was one of those unforgettable people with a presence who loved debate and lively discussion on any of the issues of the day. He really cared for his community. - Posted by: George Fraser (Manitoba Sports Federation & Former City of Winnipeg Councillor) on: Mar 02, 2012
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From our family to yours, our condolences. - Posted by: The Chiswells (F,amply friends) on: Mar 01, 2012
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So sorry for your loss. My condolences... - Posted by: Colleen Munro () on: Mar 01, 2012
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It is with sincere regret that I learned of Gary's passing. Certainly Gary was a prominent member of the Manitoba Bar and one of its most interesting characters. Gary will be missed by all who knew him. - Posted by: Jack McJannet Q.C. (Friend) on: Mar 01, 2012
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My sincere condolences to the Brazzell family. - Posted by: Shirley Timm-Rudolph (Former - Winnipeg City Councillor) on: Mar 01, 2012
