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R. BRIAN COOK
Born: Aug 21, 1946
Date of Passing: Jan 17, 2022
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R. BRIAN COOK
August 21, 1946 - January 17, 2022
Surrounded by love, our husband, father, and grandfather passed away on Monday, January 17 at the Grace Hospital.
Brian will be lovingly remembered and cherished by his wife of 50 years, Gerry, his son Jeff (Rochelle), daughter Jodi (Steve), as well as his four grandchildren, whom he loved with all his heart, Devon, Katie, Aidan and Mackenzie.
Brian was predeceased by his parents, Bob and Elaine Cook, and his brother Jim. He is survived by his brother Wayne (Carolyn) of Toronto and his sister Carol (Malcolm) of Saskatoon, sister-in-law Georgine Cook, and sister-in-law Jane Town of Victoria plus numerous nephews and nieces.
Growing up Brian spent many happy summers at the family cottage in Kenora. He was also a counselor at Camp Stephens where he met many lifelong friends. After attending the University of Winnipeg, he joined his father at Robert G. Cook Ltd and remained in the insurance industry for most of his working career. Upon retirement, he decided to drive a school bus and he was glad he did. He thoroughly enjoyed driving and the friendship with his fellow drivers.
For many years Brian curled at the Winter Club and was the curling governor for a couple of years. He was also president of the Winnipeg Executive Association as well as being a director of the Winnipeg Football Club. His "Bogeyman" golf group was important to him, and he enjoyed the dinner get-togethers.
Most of all Brian loved his family. His favourite times were spent gathered in the gazebo enjoying a glass of red wine (or two) and then grilling burgers for all to enjoy or sitting around the dining room table having a rousing game of "Bonanza". As long as family was around, he was a happy man. He will be dearly missed.
Donations in memory of Brian can be made to CancerCare Manitoba or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Thomson in the Park Funeral Home.
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 29, 2022
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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I have wonderful memories of Gerry and Brian over the years. Saw you last at Gilbert and Sullivan. Always laughed with you. Condolences and love from all the Ball family. - Posted by: Susan Bolton (Friend) on: Mar 31, 2022
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Gerry I’m so sad to hear of Brian’s passing. He was an awesome, funny guy to work for. Brian spoke very highly of you as his Wife. So glad I met him in 2002 at McMillan agencies! - Posted by: Melanie Andrushko (Colleague ) on: Feb 02, 2022
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What a shock when we opened our email this morning and read Carol's email to us. We are so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing and our condolences go out to you Gerry and family. Will be in touch in March when we get home - Posted by: Ken and Janet Ploen (Friend) on: Feb 01, 2022
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Brian was one of the best and an extremely dear friend to my mom and dad (Murray and Eleanor Krovats). Brian and Gerri are a permanent fixture in a lot of my memories. I know mom and dad would have so many wonderful stories to tell of the fun they had with you. I’m sure Murray, Bruce and Brian are back together laughing over a few rums. We were blessed to know Brian and my heart goes out to Gerri and family. Norine - Posted by: Norine Mitchell (Friend) on: Feb 01, 2022
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Gerry and family, I am so sad to read the passing of Brian. Randy and I send our love. May the wonderful memories you all shared over the years make your grief a little easier. Thinking of you all, hugs. Carol and Randy - Posted by: Carol Ploen-Hosegood (friend) on: Feb 01, 2022
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Wow! Uncle B you will be missed. I loved curling against the Dad's at the Winter Club! But I loved it more when we won, and I think deep down you Dad's liked it when we won too! I'm sure you are up there w/my Mom and Dad catching up and having a nice bottle of red and a couple cigars! Thinking of you A. Gerry, Jeff and Jodi and the rest of the family. Hugs all around - Posted by: Brett Robinson (As close to a nephew as I think I could be growing up without being a real one) on: Jan 31, 2022
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My sincere condolences to you Gerry & your family. Although I have not seen Brian since we both left the Insurance Industry, he will surely be missed by all his Insurance buddies. We spent a lot of years working together and had a very good working relationship. - Posted by: Bobbie Elias-Wesa (Former co-worker in the Insurance Industry) on: Jan 29, 2022
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Richard & I have lots of happy memories from Kelvin & U of W. Our sincere condolences to Gerry & family. Richard & Angela (Hay) Humphrey - Posted by: Angela ( Hay) Humphrey (High school friend) on: Jan 29, 2022
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Gerry and family, We are so saddened to read of Brian’s passing. He always had a big smile on his face, passionate about the Bombers and loved talking about his family… Denis and I are thinking of you during this same time. Sincerely, Gwen and Denis Sutton - Posted by: Gwen and Denis Sutton (Friend) on: Jan 29, 2022
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Gerry and family, We are so saddened to read of Brian’s passing. He always had a big smile on his face, passionate about the Bombers and loved talking about his family… Denis and I are thinking of you during this same time. Sincerely, Gwen and Denis Sutton - Posted by: Gwen and Denis Sutton (Friend) on: Jan 29, 2022
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