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DR. BRIAN BROOKER
Date of Passing: Oct 05, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDR. BRIAN BROOKER Brian passed away suddenly on Friday, October 5, 2012, after a lengthy illness of mitochondrial myopathy. Mourning his loss is the love of his life Lil, married for 35 years and his adoring children Melanie, Michael, Samantha and Andrew. He leaves his beautiful grandsons Hartley and Avery. He also leaves his mother Alice Brooker, brothers Gary (Pamela) Brooker and Stuart (Pamela Weizel) Brooker, brother-in-law Bill Matthes, nieces Alana (Matt Joudrey), Ivy, Rachel, Orly and nephew Noah. He leaves his uncles Norman Fogel (Esther), Michael Fogel and aunt Rhina Brooker. Our special aunt Ethel Kushner as well as our extended family Ian and Elaine Goldstine, Daniel (Mindy Eklove) and Jason (Gen Cloutier); Danny Globerman, Adam (Dobrochna), Noah (Sam), and Simmie (Kevin Minuk); Susan and Gary Harrison, Becky (Gil Spanglet), Daniel and Zachary; Sharon Zalik (Gord Kay),Ronit and Kari; Marcia Paul, Dylan and Liam. Brian was predeceased by his father Larry Brooker and in laws Bill and Lil Matthes. Brian suffered with colitis in his early teens but it never stopped him from being the man he was and the man he wanted to be. Brian never complained, even after many surgeries and struggles. In the last five years Brian suffered from health issues and only in the last four months was he given a definitive diagnosis of mitochondrial myopathy. The days his two daughters were married and the birth of his grandsons were the happiest times for Brian. They truly brought him so much joy during so much turmoil. Brian was an extremely gifted Pathologist who further educated himself in the areas of Pathophysiology and Forensic Pathology. Brian loved fixing things and figuring out how they worked. He would work on the many motorcycles he had over the years tweaking them just how he liked them. Before his illness made him incapable to ride his motorcycle, he would often ride early morning rides on his Yamaha FJR 1300 to Lockport. He loved the open feeling of the road. We would like to thank the Winnipeg Fire and Paramedic Services as well as doctors and colleagues Dr. Ken VanAmeyde, Dr. Mallory Fast, Dr. Fred Aoki, Dr. Cheryl Greenberg and Dr. Frank Martin. A very special thank you to Brian's nurse and friend Val, who quickly became a confidante for Brian. Thank You to Rabbi Alan Green and Estelle Raber. There are no words to express the love and support we have received from everyone. Lastly, thank you to our dearest friend, Dr. Ian Goldstine, for speaking so beautifully at the funeral. Pallbearers were Dr. Adam Globerman, Mr. Noah Globerman, Mr. Daniel Goldstine, Mr. Jason Goldstine, Mr. Zachary Harrison and Ms. Ronit Zalik. Honorary Pallbearers were Dr. Ian Goldstine, Dr. Danny Globerman and Mr. Gary Harrison. Donations may be made to the Jewish Foundation of Winnipeg or to a charity of your choice.
Publish Date: Oct 13, 2012
DR. BRIAN BROOKER Dr. Brian Brooker passed away suddenly, after a lengthy illness, on October 5, 2012. The funeral will be held on Sunday, October 7, 2012 at the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, 561 Wellington Cres. at 3:30 p.m. Interment to follow at Shaarey Zedek Cemetery.
Publish Date: Oct 6, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 13, 2012
Condolences & Memories (14 entries)
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Lil, I am so sorry to learn of your loss, I had been thinking of you and thought I'd look you up as it has been many, many years. Jerry and I send our condolences to you & your family. I will be in Winnipeg week of Feb 27-March 1 hope we can catch up. Take care! - Posted by: Cate Kollesavich (former co-worker (Lil)) on: Feb 22, 2017
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We send our sincerest condolences to all of you. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Lenny and Gail Fishman (Friends and neigbours) on: Nov 28, 2012
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"My Dear Dr. Brooker" I used to address him, mimicking his slightly gravelly voice....as Watson would have addressed Sherlock Holmes. Brian always retorted : ..."Dr. L" in a similar fashion..... right on cue....this shtick went on for years. What a gem of a friend, always in good humour. A brilliant pathologist, Brian was never arrogant...always generous of time and energy. Gone too early my friend but ever present in spirit. Condolences to your family. - Posted by: Moe Lerner (Friend and colleague) on: Nov 04, 2012
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Lil! Wishing you all the best in your time of sorrow. Give my best to your children/grandchildren. Remember the good times. Hope to see you soon. Kathy - Posted by: Kathy Fredette (acquaintance) on: Oct 13, 2012
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So sorry for your loss condolences from our family we saw what love was when Lil tallied of her husband and Family. Our thoughts are with you. The Segal's and families - Posted by: segal's (old friends) on: Oct 13, 2012
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Sending deepest sympathy to the Brooker family. We are keeping you all in our prayers. Take care of yourselves. - Posted by: Flo and Sam Krichkowski (Grandparents to Andrew and Samantha) on: Oct 13, 2012
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Lil I remember the first time I met Brian in your mom's kitchen he had such a wonderful smile and looked at you with such love. I am sending you my love May you be comforted. - Posted by: Lori Harrison (Cousin) on: Oct 12, 2012
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Sam am so sad to hear about your dad. We shared many stories on how our fathers are our best friends. Remember the laughs, the love and the hugs, these thoughts will help you through it. Sending my love to you and your family and keeping you all in my thoughts. - Posted by: Kelsey Wiebe (Friend and co-worker of Samantha) on: Oct 12, 2012
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Sam, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My sincere condolences to you & your family. - Posted by: Linda Woollard (co-worker) on: Oct 11, 2012
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My sincerest sympathies to Lil her daughters and all the family - Posted by: Caren (friend) on: Oct 11, 2012
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I only worked with Dr B for a few years but I will really miss him. He was such a sweet and caring man that I can say was the best doctor I had the honor to work with. Lillian and kids my thoughts are with you and that little man he LOVED so much. He now has a true angel in every sense to watch over him. - Posted by: Robin Brazil (Co- Worker / friend) on: Oct 09, 2012
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My deepest sympathy to all the family. Deloris Ankrom - Posted by: Deloris Ankrom (Friend of Alice Brooker) on: Oct 09, 2012
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We are very upset for your loss. We are thinking of Lillian and family and remembering the great times we had together. Brian will be missed. - Posted by: Roxanne & Mary Colpitts (Cousin and Aunt) on: Oct 09, 2012
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Sam, please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of your loving Dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers. You always talked so highly of your Dad and I know that he will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Kristine & Karen Maharaj (Friend and co-worker of Samantha) on: Oct 07, 2012