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BRYAN ALEXANDER COUTTS

Born: Apr 05, 1954

Date of Passing: Dec 16, 2015

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BRYAN ALEXANDER COUTTS April 5, 1954 - December 16, 2015 Peacefully after a courageous battle with lung cancer, Bryan passed away at Riverview Health Centre on Wednesday, December 16th. He leaves to mourn his devoted wife Connie, daughters Chelsea Perkins (Tyler) and Chloe Coutts, their mother Barbara Coutts and granddaughter Sawyer Perkins. Bryan was predeceased by his beloved parents Charlie and Millie Coutts and Aunt Agnes. Bryan grew up in East Kildonan. He was an active member of the E.K. YMCA and Pan Am Pool, enjoying diving, swimming and gymnastics as a teenager. He volunteered at St. Amant and taught swimming lessons to special needs children. Bryan worked most of his adult life in the sales industry, first in furniture and then in jewellery at both Peoples and Independent Jewellers. Bryan was a very outgoing and charismatic person which made him many friends and very successful in his career. In later years he decided to revisit his passion for helping others by obtaining his certification in Applied Counselling and spent several years working with those in need at MacDonald Youth Services, Knowles Centre and later at Behavioral Health Foundation. Bryan was artistic - an excellent drawer, always happily helping his girls with any school projects. Bryan found great friendship in his wife Connie. They shared many common interests and enjoyed cracking jokes together, going out dancing and listening to music. He loved music, especially the Blues and anything involving the harmonica. He enjoyed landscaping and took great pride in keeping his lawn and yard immaculate. Bryan was a very kind and caring person. He loved his family deeply, especially his daughters and was extremely proud of them. He was very grateful that he got to meet his beautiful granddaughter Sawyer before his passing. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at Riverview 3 East for their compassionate care as well as Dr. Martin and Janice from the palliative care team for the exceptional support they provided. A private celebration of life will be held for close family and friends in the days to follow. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to 3 East - Riverview Health Centre or Graffiti Art Programming Inc. "I'm not claiming divinity. I've never claimed purity of soul. I've never claimed to have the answers to life but I still believe in peace, love and understanding." - John Lennon

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 19, 2015

Condolences & Memories (11 entries)

  • Sorry to hear of Bryan's battle, my sympathies to the family. - Posted by: Kathy Roschuk (family friend) on: Dec 30, 2015

  • I never had much opportunity to associate with Bryan, I left Winnipeg in 1957. I do remember playing croquet in Uncle Charlie's back yard, Bryan must have thought it was his turn to play, unfortunately my back was his target. I'm glad he wasn't taller or stronger...still remember that moment RIP Cousin - Posted by: Charles Hamilton Coutts (Palm Desert,CA) (Cousin) on: Dec 22, 2015

  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time. Bryan was very fortunate to have you all in his life. Bryan as we say goodbye to you, your parents are welcoming you into their arms, Safe journey Love Carol and Marlene - Posted by: Carol and Marlene Agland (cousins) on: Dec 21, 2015

  • Bryan and I became good friends through my band and I will always remember he and Connie coming out to dance and hang out at my shows. Bryan and I got to hang out at my show this summer at the Forks on Canada Day. Good times Bryan! Happy Journey my friend. Til we meet again. - Posted by: Derek Steele (Friend) on: Dec 20, 2015

  • Bryan with a "Y". Always caring always sharing. I am so happy to have been a friend of this earth Angel. - Posted by: Belinda Castendyk (Facebook Friend ) on: Dec 20, 2015

  • Dearest Connie, I know your heart is broken and Glen and I send you our most heartfelt condolences....sending you love and healing... And Bryan...you had a long hard road to the end and you met it head on and with dignity...I thank you for the love you gave my best friend and the years you shared with her and made her the happiest she has ever been...God bless you and rest in peace my friend...God speed.... - Posted by: Eileen Huggins (friend) on: Dec 19, 2015

  • My "Bryan Braveheart "... I will love you forever, I will love you for always...as long as there are stars in the sky and breath in my lungs. Have a safe journey, my love.... - Posted by: Corinne (Connie) Coutts (Wife) on: Dec 19, 2015

  • Dear Chelsea and Chloe, I am shocked and saddened to learn of your dad's untimely passing. I remember him from my very first year of teaching when he was in my class at Munroe...that mischievous smile that fronted for a warm human being beneath. I am very sorry for your family's loss. - Posted by: Pat Sernyk (Former teacher ) on: Dec 19, 2015

  • Bryan you will always be remembered by the Deschamps family as a kind & funny friend....we had many laughs together and many laughs at your expense sometimes... but always in good fun.....you are at peace - Posted by: Patty &Wayne Carly and Robin Deschamps (old friends) on: Dec 19, 2015

  • Shocked to hear that Bryan had passed...lost touch over the years. So full of life. Ruth and I have fond memories of his great attitude and joie de vivre. We know he will be missed! - Posted by: Don Tomac (old pal) on: Dec 19, 2015

  • I will forever remember you callin me "Bernsie" and your great laugh. RIP - Posted by: Bernice Small (Friend) on: Dec 19, 2015

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