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BRIAN ANDREW PRODANUK
Born: Mar 07, 1946
Date of Passing: Sep 29, 2025
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryBRIAN ANDREW PRODANUK
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brian Andrew Prodanuk on September 29, 2025.
Brian has been reunited with his mother Bernice, but he leaves behind his dad Andrew, brother Gary (Rosemary), his former wife and friend Joan, daughters Janice (Robert), Lesley (Ryan), Erin (Michael), and a whole squad of grandkids: Sydne, Avery, Jack, Cole, Gabriel, and Eiley.
Born in Winnipeg on March 7, 1946, Brian grew up in the West End where he mastered the fine art of football and hockey at Daniel McIntyre Collegiate. His secret talent, however, was pool - he could talk you into a game he already won, and you’d thank him for the lesson. After kicking off his career at CN, Brian moved his family to Saskatoon before returning to Winnipeg like a true Winnipegger does.
He was a true dad coach, whether it was t-ball, soccer, or baseball - he was all in for his girls. Brian was also a dedicated member of the Dakota Community Center and a curling enthusiast who even served as president of the Thistle Club (yes, you could say he was pretty “cool” on the ice).
When he wasn’t busy winning at curling or pool, Brian could be found tending to his garden, golfing, traveling, or socializing - because let’s face it, the guy knew how to live. He was the go-to for his girls, always ready for a pick-up, a laugh, or a lesson on changing a tire. And as a grandpa, he was top-notch - teaching his grandkids how to golf and truly enjoy life, one tire change at a time.
An avid sports fan, Brian was loyal to the Winnipeg Jets, collected hockey cards like a champ, and made sure no one forgot about the finer details of the game. He had a heart of gold, a spirit of adventure, and a youthful energy that inspired everyone around him.
So, let’s raise a glass to Brian: a man who made life better just by being in it, who’s probably somewhere now trying to convince someone to join him for a game of pool (that he’s already won). Cheers to you, Brian - you’ll always be with us.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the Coutu Funeral Home, 680 Archibald Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 04, 2025
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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I met Brian over 50 years ago at CN Rail car repair shop. We didn’t see each other often, but when we did we would chat a bit. The years went by and we both found ourselves working in CN car shop. Brian was a supervisor over car repair. He did his job well in all kinds of weather and hours. He also worked as a derailment, cleanup recking foreman on occasion. Brian retired a few years before me during which we didn’t see each other.but worlds collide. We had a rental house and a young woman named Janice rented it. I was not aware she was Brian’s daughter, shortly after Brian called me and said he wanted to paint the interior of the house to her liking. That is when I became aware that she was Brian’s daughter. Brian loved his family, loved his girls and wanted to help out. He met the expectations of life. A bit later Brian and I learned that Janice and my son Bobby both worked for Winnipeg Police Service. Previously they had gone sky diving. Jumping out of an airplane at 8000 feet. I guess learning that gave us a few more grey hairs. Jan and Bobby got together, married and bought a new house. Well there was Brian again. Working to build a large wooden deck on the home. He did an excellent job. That was Brian. He earned our respect as a son, a brother, a husband, a father, supervisor and a grandfather. He wore those (hats) well. Couple years ago Brian had a stroke and became ill. He passed away. What more can we say. Well done Brian. Glad we knew you. - Posted by: Robert Lower (Work associate) on: Oct 09, 2025
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My condolences go out to Brian and Gary’s families. We all grew up on Alverstone st. and went to the same schools together. They were like big brothers to me and Brian will surly be missed. - Posted by: Doug Black (Friend) on: Oct 05, 2025
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Rest in peace my friend. - Posted by: Steve Fedon (Friend) on: Oct 04, 2025
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Rest in peace my friend. - Posted by: Steve Fedon (Friend) on: Oct 04, 2025
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Rest in peace my friend. - Posted by: st (Frend) on: Oct 04, 2025
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I was saddened to learn about Brian’s passing especially since it occurred less than a month of our mutual friend Ken Chorney’s passing. The friendship of the three of us dates back to the 1960s. Brian and Joan were God parents to my daughter Cheryl. Reading the obituary brought back many happy memories of many good times. My sincere Condolences to Joan and the entire Prodanuk Family. - Posted by: Fred Miller (Friend) on: Oct 04, 2025