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Brett HOLTBY Obituary

Published by Vancouver Sun and/or The Province on Aug. 18, 2013.

HOLTBY, Brett Joseph
July 18, 1981 - August 12, 2013
It is with great sadness that we announce the much too soon passing of Brett Holtby on Monday, August 12, 2013 at the age of 32 years with family by his side. Brett will always be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his parents Stan and Barb, sister Jaymie, partner Kim, as well as aunts, uncles, cousins and wonderful friends. He is predeceased by his grandparents Ed and Hilda Whitlam, and Stan and Sally Holtby. Born in New Westminster on July 18, 1981, Brett grew up in Coquitlam and spent his youth playing minor hockey and lacrosse. His summers were spent at his much loved family cabin on Okanagan Lake, and Kim's families' cabin in Sechelt. Brett loved being in the company of his family and many friends, as well as spending time with his loyal dog, Tally. Brett was very passionate about the education he received. After graduating from Centennial High School, Brett completed a Certificate of Criminal Justice and Associate Arts degree. He also completed the RCMP summer student program, Fire Science program, and Occupational Health and Safety as well as numerous first aid courses. We are very proud of Brett for his many accomplishments. Brett will be remembered for his humor, generosity, love and unwavering courage. A special thank you to the ICU doctors and nurses at Surrey Memorial Hospital, as well as the doctors and nurses at Vancouver General Hospital for their care, kindness and compassion. A celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, September 6, 2013 at Burquitlam Funeral Home, 625 North Road, Coquitlam B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the BCSPCA, or Canadian Blood Services in memory of Brett.


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July 18, 2016

Thinking about you today, we love and miss you. Aunty Debby, Uncle Glenn, Luke and Colby xxoo

August 13, 2015

Art and Judy Cawdell

Thinking of Brett and the fun memories. Gone from here, but still in our hearts.

August 12, 2015

Debby Hurst

Miss and love you, you are always in our hearts.

February 28, 2015

Margaret Miller

Brett, I think of you and my Cousins so often, you are loved and missed so much!
Cousin Marg

October 30, 2014

We think about you every day and miss you so much, you will never know how much we needed you to stay in our lives and how much we miss the way you laughed and shared humour with us...your smile and laughter will always be with us, you will always be our amazing cousin, love, Luke and Colby Hurst.

August 29, 2014

We miss you so much Brett...today is Luke's 19th birthday [which you were always there to share with us] when Luke drives your truck every day he thinks of you so often, sometimes he carries me off into your truck and tells me how you would pick him up after school and drive to Mission for cheap gas and McDonald's treats and listen to your favorite country songs. Now when I am in the truck with Luke your songs come on the radio...you are always with all of us in so many ways..love you, Aunty Debby

August 12, 2014

Thinking about you so much today Brett, we miss you and know you are with us in spirit xxoo Aunty Debby, Uncle Glenn, Luke and Colby

August 12, 2014

Judy and Art Cawdell

Thinking of you today Brett, you are always in our hearts.

July 20, 2014

Margaret Miller

God Bless you Cousin Brett as you celebrate your 1st Birthday with Jesus! We love and miss you much! Lord please put your arms around Barb & Stan, Jaymie, and the rest of the Family who are missing Brett. With Love.

July 18, 2014

HAPPY birthday Brett, can't believe I am not giving you this greeting like I did for so many years over the telephone when we laughed and shared so much fun, Brett you are forever in my heart...continue enjoying yourself in Heaven love, Aunty Debby xxoo

June 26, 2014

Chevy McGill

Miss you Bro. I will never comprehend this.....Aliyah and I miss you and I know you can see how big and smart she is :) I tell her about you every so often and she loves the blanket you got for her while in the hospital :) Ps she's almost grown out of that Oilers bib you got her, terrible choice

April 30, 2014

Margaret Miller

I think of Brett, Jaymie, Barb & Stan so much, you are always close to my Heart, with all my Dear Cousins! Love, Marg

April 28, 2014

Debby Hurst

I think about you often and miss you so much, I know you are with us. xxoo Aunty Debby

January 4, 2014

Diana Smidt

I just heard the shocking news of Brett's passing. My sympathy and heart felt sadness to you all.

September 24, 2013

Stan,Barb & Jayme I am so very sorry for loss of your son Brett and to let you know you will be in our thoughts..take care the Cherak Family

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September 8, 2013

Wanda Chambers

My heart breaks for your family's loss, remembering our 'Chevron Days' has always brought a smile to my face! I am grateful for being part of Bret's growing up years. He will be sorely missed. My love to all of your family.

September 8, 2013

Kim - as I told you at the beautiful celebration of Brett held Sept 6, there are no words to communicate my sincere condolences on your loss. As I have communicated to you, Stan, Barb and Jaymie and Brett's extended family already, my sincere condolences. Brett with his beautiful heart and smile will live in all of our hearts and memories forever. Sheila Paine (Auntie SheShe to Brett, Jaymie, Ashley, Brock and Olivia)

September 6, 2013

Colleen Holtby

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September 6, 2013

Stan and Barb,
my heart is broken and I am lost for words. Stay strong, and know in your hearts that Brett's memory will live on forever.
Jaymie,
you are Brett's angel. Your love for him guided him to find peace.
Brett,
you will forever be in my heart. I will always cherish the memories of you as a little boy who grew into a very special young man. I will forever miss you.
~Colleen Holtby

September 6, 2013

Barb, Stan, Jaymie, Kim,

Courtney, Gordon and I are still in shock and disbelief that we will never see our cousin Brett again. He is the first of the new generation of the family and gone too soon. We will hold many fond memories of all of the family gatherings over the years with Brett.

Courtney, Gordon and Bill Emerslund

September 6, 2013

Melissa Miller

Stan, Barb & Jaymie,

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Brett. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time.

September 5, 2013

Pat & Earl Tjader

Barb, Stan & Jaymie,
We are so sorry for your loss of Brett, you are in our thoughts at this most difficult time.

September 5, 2013

Jaye McMaster

Barb, Stan and Jaymie,
Our love thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. Words can not express the heartache I feel for your family. May the love of the people around you help you through the days ahead.

September 5, 2013

Stan & Barb
We are so very sad to hear about the loss of your son Brett. The love and strength of family & friends at this time will be a great help in the coming days, weeks & months. You are in our thoughts.
John & Julie Cawdell

September 4, 2013

Candice Cawdell

My heart aches for your family. Although I had not seen Brett in many years, many fond backyard childhood memories will be with me always. Sending you love and strength for the road ahead. All my love.

September 4, 2013

Art and Judy Cawdell

Dear Stan,Barb and Jaymie,
We've known Brett from birth. Our children grew up together sharing many fun times. We've been dear friends for 40 years and have watched the kids go from infants to toddlers to amazing adults, that we are so very proud of. After all these years it is hard to believe that our handsome, funny, "cheeky" Brett is gone from us. We will miss him more than words can ever say. Try to remember all the GREAT moments together. We are all here for you. Love Art, Judy, Misty and Candice.

September 3, 2013

John and Florence Pratt

Dear Barb, Stan and Family

Florence and I are so saddened by your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers. The love of your friends and family will get you through this untimely occurance.

John and Florence Pratt

September 3, 2013

Dear Barb, Stan and Family,

Florence and I are so saddened by your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers. The love of your friends and family will get you through this untimely occurance.

John and Florence Pratt

August 30, 2013

Larry/Lucie Chenier

Dear Barb and Stan,
We were both saddened and shocked to hear of your son's passing. Although we never knew Brett, we remember you speaking of him during his minor hockey years. Know you are both in our thoughts during this most difficult time.
Kindest Regards,
Larry & Lucie Chenier

August 30, 2013

Ray Chenier

Love and prayers to the Holtby's from the Chenier's and everyone at Leaverite Drilling & Blasting

August 26, 2013

Tellis family

To the Holtby Family,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of Brett. So many years together in the rinks, with everlasting memories. Our sincere condolences to the Holtby family.

August 25, 2013

Nick Burak

You will never be forgotten Brett, God rest

August 22, 2013

Kathleen Tellis

My condolences to The Holtby family. Barb, Stan and Jaymie. Also to Kim his partner. Blessings to you all at this sad time but do remember all the great times when you think of Brett.

August 22, 2013

Melanie Cheng

Words cannot express the great sadness I feel for the loss of my dear cousin Brett. My heartfelt sympathy for Barb, Stanley and Jaymie.

August 20, 2013

Gina Adair

Stan, Barb, Jaymie, Kim, & all the Holtby/Bradford/Whitlam/Emerslund families & extended family & friends. I am truly at a loss for words, to say that reading of this tragic loss tonight was a shock, does not come close to the heartache you must all be feeling with the passing of Brett. I wish you strength & much love as you reflect on the wonderful memories of a handsome warm soul & how much joy he brought to those that had the pleasure of knowing him for much too short a time!! Always....Gina (Emerslund) Adair

August 20, 2013

Darlene and Gerry Parr

So deeply saddened to hear this news. Our hearts are with you and your family.

August 20, 2013

Dave & Dawn Chisholm

Stan, Barb & Jaymie,
Our deepest sympathies and you are in our thoughts at this very difficult time.

August 19, 2013

Trudy, Tonya & Travis Smith

Stan, Barb & Jaymie, I am in tears and shocked to hear of the passing of Brett. It seemed just yesterday he was a youngster growing up at Parkland School. Brett was a very kind and caring person. He will always hold a very special place in all our hearts. Our prayers go out to the family.

August 19, 2013

Ron and Bernice Elliott

We are shocked. There are no words that can possibly bring you any comfort. We are so very sorry for your loss.

August 19, 2013

We are so very sorry for the loss of Brett, our hearts go out to you and all of your family, Gail and Peter Crowther

August 19, 2013

Grace Santos-Ocampo

I was shocked and deeply saddened by the news of Brett's passing. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

August 19, 2013

Randy Leiter

Very sorry to hear of Brett's passing.Our deepest sympathies Stan,Barb,and Jaymie.

Randy and Linda

August 19, 2013

Jennifer Zanatta

My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the Holtby family and to Kim. I am so sad and shocked to hear of your loss. I have many fond memories growing up with Brett, from kindergarten all the way to high school, which will not be forgotten.

August 19, 2013

Debbie Plett

?Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.

August 19, 2013

Cindy Lester

Stan, Barb, Jaymie I was shocked and saddened of the news of Brett, my heart goes out to you all, thinking of you at this time

August 19, 2013

Ray McCurrach

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends at this time

August 19, 2013

Margaret Whitlam-Miller

Thinking of you Barb & Stan and Jaymie with Love & Prayers, we will miss "our Brett" watching him from birth & growing up, he was a very fine young man who we will always remember forever. Love Cousin, Marg

August 18, 2013

Bob Ayres

Stan, Barb & Jaymie
So sad for your loss. My thoughts are with you and yours.
Bob

August 18, 2013

Sarah Heath

My deepest condolences to your family, Brett was truly a fantastic guy and he will be in our hearts forever.

August 18, 2013

Doug and Donna Worrall

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time

August 18, 2013

Stan, Barb and Jayme.
We are so saddened to hear of the loss of Brett. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
~Abe, Adeline, and Janet Brubacher

August 18, 2013

Carrie Mackie

I knew Brett since Parkland and its sad that he was taken way to early. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends

August 18, 2013

Kelly, Bonnette Coupland

Barb,Stan,Jaymie, wanting to send warm heartfelt thoughts your way at this very sad time. Our family has many fond school and hockey memories of Brett with Brad growing up that will never ever be forgotten.

August 18, 2013

Mike Christie

From the many many years we knew each other mate you were taken from us too soon

August 18, 2013

Dale, Theresa, Melissa and Jesse MacLean

Stan, Barb, Jamie, Kim, family and freinds
I wish you the strengh, to face the days ahead. Brett was a beautiful, caring person inside and out. Brett will be sadly missed. We will all miss his smile and his laughter. RIP

August 18, 2013

Carol and Ken Mack

Stan,Barb,Jaymie,we are so sorry to hear Brett passed away.Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.

August 18, 2013

Melvyn Vikash

You were one awesome friend in high school, I won't forget these memories! Rest in Peace my friend!

August 18, 2013

Julie Turtan

To Brett's family, I would like to say how sorry and sad I am. Brett was a good high-school friend of mine and I have such good memories of time spent with him and our group of friends during those years. I wish you all much peace and comfort.

August 18, 2013

David Godfrey

My condolences to all family and friends. Brett was a great friend. Rest in peace.

August 18, 2013

Stan, Barb and Jaymie, our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Wayne, Tina, Sarah and Melinda

August 18, 2013

Sheila Paine

Brett will be greatly missed and will rest in all of our hearts. My thoughts and love are with Stan, Barb, JaymieJaymie, Kim and Brett's extended family.

August 18, 2013

Jack & Galena Hampson

Stan, Barb & Jamie, you have our deepest sympathy for the loss of your Brett.

August 18, 2013

Brett will be missed and Brett will be remembered as a remarkable young man. My heart goes out to Kim, Barb, Stan and Jaymie. Marlene Hahn

August 18, 2013

Juston Lynch

Brett was a great teammate and an even better person. My condolences to his family.

August 18, 2013

Michele Wilson (Morin)

Great memories with Brett, he will always be remembered. My sincere condolences.

August 18, 2013

Stan,Barb & Family,our hearts & thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Dave & Evelyn MacKinnon

August 18, 2013

Heather Shannon

My deepest condolences to your family, Brett was an amazing guy and will be in our hearts forever.

August 18, 2013

Aleisha Earle (nee Buick)

Gone way too soon, but will never be forgotten. You're in my thoughts Mr. and Mrs. Holtby, Jaymie and Kim.

August 18, 2013

Suzanne Labelle

Stan, Barb and Jaymie, our thoughts are with you during this most difficult time. Take care
Sue, Lionel and family

August 18, 2013

Mandy Woods

Condolences to jayme Stan and barb even though we have not talked in years sad to hear of his passing will always have great memories of Brett may he rip

August 18, 2013

Kyle Lowe

At a loss for words. Rest in peace old friend. My deepest condolences to Stan, Barb, Jaymie and the rest of the family.

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