In Celebration of

Brian Burgess

November 29, 1950 -  July 15, 2021

Lover of Robbie Burns (the one in the bottle), The habs, hot dogs, egg salad sandwiches, happy hour, boats, cars, travelling the world, dancing and scuba diving. Averse to vegetables, overdone prime rib and fools.

Survived by his two sisters, Kathy McGoey (Gerry) and Mary Roy (John), and brother Scott Burgess. Brian was “Uncle Bri” to his 6 nieces and nephews, and all of his friends kids. He was very special “Burgee” to Jared Dayment. They were two peas in a pod, and they had a shared love of paper towels.


Brian spent most of his career as CFO of Hunter Douglas, 15 years in San Diego, and the last five years before his retirement, in Toronto.

A new job brought him to Pembroke in 1989, and although he was there for only five years, he cultivated lifelong friends, and would return to his house on the Ottawa River every opportunity that he had over the next 27 years.


Brian’s death is such a loss to his family and friends, but we have comfort that he was able to die in his own home, having a final Happy Hour with his closest buddy since childhood, Greg Weedon, along with Bob and Marion Hutt, Karen and Rob Donald, Pam Dayment, Diane Wallace and his sisters Kathy and Mary. He wouldn’t have been able to stay in his own home without the unwavering love and care from Pam, Diane and Greg.

Brian was a gentle soul, made himself available to any and everyone, had a brilliant mind, and he loved life. He lived it to the fullest.

In lieu of flowers, have a drink in his memory.

There will be an Irish Wake held in Pembroke at a date yet to be determined.

Guestbook 

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Sue & Jim (friend of Mary & John)

Entered July 19, 2021 from Toronto

Our deepest condolences to all of Brian's family and friends. He loved life and was deeply loved. Sue & Jim

Suzanne Hamilton (Friend of Mary’s)

Entered July 19, 2021 from Toronto

Mary has always spoken so fondly of Brian I kind of felt like I knew him a bit. He will live on in the hearts of all the many people who loved him. The world will miss his kind soul

Mrs. Tafflyn Welch (Neighbour)

Entered July 19, 2021 from Toronto

We were Brian’s next door neighbours when we moved in 10 years ago until he abandoned the 5 th floor for the twelfth floor. We were the fortunate recipients of his generosity from sharing his boat, his and my husbands love of Jag XKE’s and his infamous parties.
My condolences in your loss of someone who did enjoy life to the fullest.

Brenda & Michael Gibson & Family (Friends)

Entered July 19, 2021 from Fenelon Falls

Brian's passing will leave a big hole. His joie de vivre was contagious and we will fondly remember time spent with him. RIP dear friend.

Dean Dayment (Good friend)

Entered July 19, 2021 from Pembroke

Brian I will miss so much!
You had such a positive impact on my life. You were a best friend and mentor to me. Your generosity towards me and my family was truly a sign of your kindness and over whelming desire to really help people. Our late night chats about work, the Habs, and life in general will always be etched in my memory. The world was truly a better place with you in it Brian. I have developed a pallet for Robbie Burns thanks to you. I will continue the toast in your honor my friend. Love you Brian!

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