BRIAN SOUTER

Condolences & Memories (6 entries)

• Dear Ollie: Just found out today that your dearest Brian passed away. We were only in Winnipeg for 5 years but you left an unforgettable mark on our hearts. Brian was such a big kid….my kids just LOVED him. We still talk about you both….the cats, the cat runs, the monarch butterflies, the “cabin” in your basement where we came for book study. Brian was truly “our most unforgettable character”. I can still picture his laugh and smile. Jehovah’s comfort and solace at this difficult time. Elaine Wagner. Regina - Posted by: Elaine Wagner (Friend) on: Feb 23, 2026

• Brian and Ollie. The two names that I think of when I think of the coolest people I’ve ever known. I still remember Brian flying a simulation flight/pilot program on his circa 89 computer and just laughing at how cool he thought it was. I remember him setting me up to give a joke comment at the watchtower once. “When I say ‘what’s worse than finding a worm in your apple?’ you raise your hand and say ‘half a worm!’” He was so inclusive and made me feel so valued and loved. I can’t wait to see him again in paradise. All my heart goes out to you Ollie. With much sympathy, Lexi Mertick - Posted by: Lexi Mertick (Friend) on: Feb 23, 2026

• Brian and Ollie. The two names that I think of when I think of the coolest people I’ve ever known. I still remember Brian flying a simulation flight/pilot program on his circa 89 computer and just laughing at how cool he thought it was. I remember him setting me up to give a joke comment at the watchtower once. “When I say ‘what’s worse than finding a worm in your apple?’ you raise your hand and say ‘half a worm!’” He was so inclusive and made me feel so valued and loved. I can’t wait to see him again in paradise. All my heart goes out to you Ollie. With much sympathy, Lexi Mertick - Posted by: Lexi Mertick (Friend) on: Feb 23, 2026

• Dearest Ollie, We were deeply saddened to hear of Brian’s death. We have the fondest memories of the time shared with you and Brian in the same congregation in Quebec City….we looked up to you as a couple…an example for us to follow….to always work together as a team. Michel considered Brian as his mentor and friend. He admired and learned from him, making him a better Christian husband, brother and elder. Brian was a beloved brother and elder. We will always remember him for his illustrations…many we still recall to this day. Brian loved kites and brought one back for our daughter from his trip to Scotland and England and we have fond memories of our afternoons spent together flying kites on the Plains of Abraham . And that kite brought pleasure to many young ones for years afterwards. Brian and Ollie were our first choice for our daughter’s godparents. And the last time we saw them was at her wedding in Saskatoon 25 years ago. Brian was respected for his safety consciousness…one instance stands out in our memory… when before a circuit assembly he spent hours meticulously checking every coffeee maker for electrical shorts, a mark of true love for his brothers. We send our deepest sympathies to Ollie. With warm love, Michel and Caroline Germain - Posted by: Michel and Caroline Germain (Friends) on: Jan 26, 2026

• It was always a joy to listen to Brian talk about his experiences in the ministry, especially the stories he had from the challenging but fond memorable years serving In Quebec. He was also a kid at heart, talked about the time he, Ollie and a few others helped him build an igloo in the back yard of their place in Quebec, with great success. During a weekend Kingdom Hall build in Altona, Brian brought with him the “stunt kite” and had the patience of letting others attempt to fly the kite with great joy. Remembering Brian as a kind, generous, fun loving, devoted spiritual brother. - Posted by: Edna Ewacha (Same congregation) on: Jan 26, 2026

• I use the term of a colleague of Mr Souter in a loose sense and with much respect. He was a member of the hiring panel which interviewed me for a temporary job with the federal government. I recall his nature that day as very kind and understanding. Even today I remain grateful for his calming nature and his input that saw me stay with that temporary job for 11 years. Thank you. - Posted by: Nancy Kast (Colleague at the federal government) on: Jan 24, 2026