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BRIAN BLACKNER
Born: Nov 17, 1941
Date of Passing: Aug 19, 2025
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryBRIAN BLACKNER
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Blackner, who left us peacefully, surrounded by his family, on August 19, 2025.
Brian was born on November 17, 1941, in Winnipeg, Manitoba. His early fascination with automobiles led him into the auto body repair industry at a young age.
He later became co-owner of Erin Auto Body, where he and his partner built a thriving business over many years. Seeking new challenges, he then joined the Manitoba Public Insurance Corporation, first as an estimator and later in Quality Control. Brian retired from MPI in 2004.
Brian leaves behind his wife of 64 years, Faye; his son Mark (Deborah); granddaughter Sarah Jamault (Jeff), great-grandchildren who he adored, Trynlee, Jayce, and Blake from Rathwell, Manitoba; nieces, Jill Elder (Damon), Jennifer Carrillo (Alfonso), Erika Kennedy (Brian), and Julie Beecher, all of California. He was predeceased by his parents and sisters, Arlene Swartz and Janet Kent.
During retirement, Brian cherished time on the water fishing and treasured visits with family in California. His passions included building the family cottage, restoring cars, playing golf, and tending to his home with pride. Brian's caring nature was evident to all, he always placed the needs of others before his own. He will be forever missed by his family.
The family wants to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Eastview Place in Altona, Manitoba, for the compassionate care they provided over the last two and a half years.
In keeping with Brian's wishes, the family will hold a private gathering to celebrate his life.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba (alzmb@alzheimer.mb.ca).
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 23, 2025
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. - Posted by: Claude Marion (Friend) on: Aug 28, 2025
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So sorry to hear of your husband's passing Faye. Really miss you at exercise classes at Centennial. - Posted by: Lynda Buchanan (Long time exercise friend) on: Aug 27, 2025
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Faye and family, our deepest condolences to you all. We were blessed to have you as our neighbour for many years during my childhood. May your hearts and minds be filled with happy memories of Brian. I will always remember him for his ever present smile and friendliness. May you rest in peace Brian. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Tracey Addison (Neighbour) on: Aug 23, 2025
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Keith and I would like to send our condolences to Faye and her family on the passing of their beloved Brian. We were neighbours in Headingley and became friends. He will be remembered as the lovely, kindhearted person he was. - Posted by: Carmina and Keith Hiebert (Friends) on: Aug 23, 2025
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Sorry to hear of your loss Mark. Take care. - Posted by: ruth Lindsey-armstrong (Former co-worker) on: Aug 23, 2025