April 14, 1967 – September 14, 2023
It is with sad hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our son, brother, uncle and great-uncle, Brian on Thursday, September 14 at his home in Winnipeg at the age of 56.
Brian will be lovingly remembered by his mom Florence, brother Rick, sisters Janet (Ross) and Karen (Ernie), numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, and his roommate Rick.
Brian was predeceased by his dad Charlie and his two brothers Melvin and Donnie.
Brian was born in Beausejour, MB. He attended Edward Schreyer School and Selkirk Comp. School where he graduated. A few years later he moved to Winnipeg where he worked at a few different jobs. He was hired on at MPI and worked there until his passing.
At a young age Brian loved stock car racing. He would tag along with older brother Melvin and Rick to Winnipeg Speedway, earning himself a spot on Rick’s Pit Crew. In Brian’s spare time he loved to build car models and watch car racing on TV.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, September 22 at 1:00 p.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel, 1035 Park Ave. E., Beausejour with interment to immediately follow in the Beausejour Town Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Muscular Dystrophy, 204-825 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, MB R3A 1M5 or a charity of your choice.
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Debbie and Larry Okolita
Sorry to learn of Brian’s passing. Sincere condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.
Cindy Modjeski
My thoughts are with this wonderful family. Life doesn’t seem fair at times, and although I haven’t seen Brian in many years, he had his share of struggles. May Brian rest in peace.
Gord and Marie Goritz
So Sorry for your Family’s Loss!
Karen I
My sincere condolences to all of Brian’s family. I worked with Brian for many years. He loved talking to everyone and always spoke so fondly about his family and love to talk about cars, his face lit up when he would share those stories. It was such a shock to hear of his passing, I will miss him very much.
Jeff Nowak
My condolences to the Schwark family.
Brian was a great, honest man. Loved hanging out in Stead and Thalberg area. Truly one of the good ones, he’ll be missed by many.
Chris A
My condolences goes out to the Schwark family. I worked with Brian for many years. He was a great guy and will be missed. Rest in paradise
Gail Kotowich
Karen, so sorry to hear of your brother’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you , Ernie and your family. Sincerely Gail
Kim Friesen
My condolences to the family
lori stelmaschuk (Beger)
Deepest Sympathies on the loss of your son and brother.
Leona Weidman
My sincere condolences to the family. My thoughts are with you.
Ilona McEachern
I also worked with Brian for many years, starting on Switchboard myself in 1999. He was quite the character, and we had fun sharing some great memories and stories throughout the years. He made a lot of people smile at MPI, and was always kind, helpful and courteous with his calls; even the more challenging ones. My deepest condolences go out to his family at this time. ❤❤
Laura A
I’m so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. Brian was always very pleasant to speak to at work, always friendly with a smile. He will be missed.
My sincere condolences to his family.
Leslie Hancock
Janet and family, sincere condolences on the passing of Brian. I know he will be missed by you all.
Tim C
My condolences. Brian was such a kind and funny guy who loved to joke and chat. I’m sorry to hear of his passing.
Tara Browni I’m
My sincere condolences to the family. Brian was a pleasure to work with, always so friendly and good natured.
Antonio Bonomo
I am so sorry for your loss. Brian worked near me when I worked in the Contact Center, and we often had chats that ended in laughter. Brian was a treasure, and he will be dearly missed.
Louise Van Wissen
I also worked with Brian at MPI. Meeting him in the elevator bugging him to give me a ride on his scooter. He sure was a joy to be around as he talked to everyone and so cheery in the morning always with a smile on his face. Brian you will be missed. Sending my condolences to family and friends. May he rest in peace.
Summer Lachance
My condolences to the family
Tamara Millman
I worked with Brian at MPI for 18 years. He was truly an amazing soul. Always smiling and love to see how you are doing. He loved cars and his family. I am truly saddened by hearing this news. My deepest sympathies and prayers to you and your family.
Marie-Josée Nadeau
My deepest condolences to Brian’s family. I worked with him at MPI and he was a great guy and a ray of sunshine in a job that can be very difficult at times. May he rest in peace ❤️
Denise Gray
I’m heartbroken to hear this news. I became the manager of the Contact Centre in 2004 and remained until I retired in 2012. I came to know Brian very well and we developed a great friendship with him during that time. My door was always open and Brian would seek me out if he needed assistance with the challenges he faced to be able to do his job to his fullest capacity.
He was such a positive and engaging person. He will be missed. My sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Brent Goertzen
My condolences to the family. Very sorry for your loss. I’ve known Brian for many years thru MPIC where I work as a contractor. We often talked about cars and snowmobiles. I loved our conversations. Brian was such a happy and upbeat person. I will miss him dearly. Rest in peace Brian
David P
My sincere condolences. I worked with Brian for 9 years, and he was always quick to smile, chat about the day, and talk shop, on good days and tough alike. His experience and willingness to share made for such a welcoming, professional, and friendly reception to the workplace, and the years to follow. Truly saddened to hear, and all the more appreciative of the example he set and our time. May he rest in peace.
Melanie O
I also worked with Brian. Everytime I would walk in for my morning or afternoon shift he would say Hello and deliver a joke to start the day!
Such a friendly guy. You will be missed by many in the Contact Centre!
Rest In Peace Brian.
Condolences to the family
Anthony Smolarski
My sincere sympathy to all of Brian’s family. I had a nice 5 hr. conversation with Brian a night before his passing and we were reminiscent of old times. It lightens his passing knowing we had a little time and closure with each other that night, but non the less it will hurt my heart with him gone. I love you Brother till we meat again!
Ward Keith
I was so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. I was fortunate to get to know Brian during my time in the MPI Contact Centre and we stayed in touch until my retirement in 2019.
No matter the day or the circumstances, Brian was always in a great mood and this came through in his communications with customers. He also never backed away from starting up a conversation, and those he spoke to always felt better for the interaction. Brian was a great person and a wonderful MPI ambassador.
Christine Ranger (Smolarski)
My deepest condolences to Brian’s family. I can still picture him and my brother hanging out at our house when they were young. Brian had such a great sense of humour and would tease me like a little sister. He felt like part of the family.