Passed away peacefully on October 27, 2008, with his loving family by his side at 59 years of age. Beloved husband of Diane (nee Tootill) for 33 years. Cherished father of Andrea & Ken, Keith & wife Michelle, Tim & Jen, Jeff & wife Terri-Lynn, Jason & wife Stephanie and Kelly & Rob. Adored grandpa of Elizabeth & Caitlynne, Heather, Kristen & Brian, Zachary & Ethan, Ariana and Logan. Predeceased by his parents Walter and Veronica. Loving son-in-law and best friend of Gordon & Alberta Tootill. Loving brother of Brad, Gloria & Harry, Kathleen & Robert, Walter & Marla, Conrad & Cathy, Floyd & Annette and Christine. Brother-in-law of Sharon & Danny, David & Patti and Cindy. Will be sadly missed by his canine companions Tilly and Stunnar, as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. Brian was a retired Millwright from Ford Motor Company. He was a member of the R.C. Legion Branch #255. If you so desire, donations to the Diabetes Wellness Centre would be appreciated by the family. Visiting Thursday from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. Funeral Friday at 10:00 a.m. at Families First Funeral Home & Tribute Centre (519-969-5841) 3260 Dougall Ave. Interment at Victoria Memorial Gardens.