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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
BURR, Brian - Passed away suddenly on February 1, 2010 at work, of heart failure, at Rocky Point Ammunition Depot at the age of 61. Born in Prince George on October 8, 1948, he is survived by his mother, Bernice and his brother, Robert. Predeceased by his father, Frederick in 1960 and his brother, Barry in 2009. Brian joined the Canadian Navy at the age of 18 and retired in 1995, Petty Officer 2nd Class. His greatest passions in life were his beloved Toronto Maple Leafs and his Dalmatians. Brian's family sincerely thank his co-workers, Rocky Point Fire Department and BC Ambulance Service, who did their utmost to save him. Service to be held at St. Paul's Anglican Church, 1379 Esquimalt Road, Victoria at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, February 9, 2010. A reception will follow at The Chief and Petty Officers' Mess, Rainbow Room, 1575 Lyall Street, Victoria at 2:00 pm. A Navy man to the end, his remains will be committed to the sea by his Navy family. 577710 (The Victoria Times Colonist 5 Feb 2010)
Ships served in: HMCS MACKENZIE - Served in MACKENZIE c1980-1983
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