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for J. GILCHRIST
13 Entries
May 9, 2014
As sixth generation McClures in Canada, our family has long appreciated the extensive research Brian conducted for the book “The Clan McClure – Historical Highlights”. Brian was always patient with any questions I had and always helpful. He also had extensive knowledge of other families in the Brampton/Georgetown area and could also tell me history of our paternal ancestors, the Reids. He will be greatly missed by many. May he rest in peace free from his longstanding health concerns.
Marilyn Kirkwood Coxe (for the Kirkwood family) Acton, ON
Heather Snyder
May 7, 2014
I am sorry to find out about Brian's passing. My thoughts are with you Audrey as I know how close you and Brian were. Many times I sat with you and Brian at the family reunions. You two were a real bright spot at the reunions. Thank you to you and Brian for creating the family history books and sharing your stories with my family at the reunions.
Heather Oakley
May 5, 2014
I think I first met Brian in the late 80s at Gene-O-Rama in Ottawa. I always looked forward to seeing him at OGS Conference. There are very few genealogy speakers that can match Brian for his knowledge and his humour. I will really miss him. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Leo McDevitt
May 4, 2014
Brian was always very helpful to me when I went to the Region of Peel Archives.
His sort of dedication is a rare commodity. He will be missed.
My condolences to his family.
Tammy Tipler-Priolo
May 3, 2014
Met Brian in North Bay in 1994 at Nipissing Branch OGS Conference. Years later I joined OCAPG with Brian as a colleague. Rest In Peace Brian
Tammy Tipler-Priolo
Lawrence Nicoll
May 3, 2014
A friend and incredibly dedicated genealogist, he will be missed
Robert D. McClure
May 3, 2014
I am saddened to hear that Brian has lost his long and courageous struggle with chronic health setbacks. My sympathy to Audrey at this time of loss and grief and my appreciation of the support she has afforded Brian in trying times without which his extensive research and genealogical legacy would have been the less for all of us.
I was privileged to have been able to add some details to his knowledge of his McClure family lines in Co. Antrim, which he put to good use and graciously acknowledged in his encyclopaedic 'green' book, The "Clan" McClure: Historical Highlights.
Joan Hunter
May 3, 2014
Brian was always so generous with his help. I learned the right way to do genealogy from him. He will be missed.
Josephine Herndler
May 3, 2014
I was so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. He led me the to people researching my Roszel family and I was so grateful. His generosity and humour will always be remembered.
Sybil Jackson
May 3, 2014
I never had the pleasure of meeting Brian but saw him on television many times and heard a great deal about him from my sister. Thoughts and prayers are with you Audrey.
Kerry Lawson
May 3, 2014
I am sorry to hear of Brian's passing. As one of his fellow servers at St. James I appreciated his wit and stories. I regret that as I am in Cambodia right now I will be unable to be there for his last service, but will be thinking of him, and of you, Audrey. Many condolences. Kerry
Rowena Cooper
May 3, 2014
I was so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. Audrey, my sympathy to you, you will miss him so much. Brian was a constant friend to me over so many years. I will miss his humour, his expertise in genealogy and his talent for winkling out genealogical facts that no-one else could find. Sleep well my friend.
Glenn Wright
May 3, 2014
Brian was a friend and colleague for many years. We shared an interest in history and genealogy, but I know that as the years pass by, I will be able to recall his great wit, insight, knowledge and a style all his own. Brian made significant contributions to genealogy and local history, inspired many to do the same and was a devoted and kindly friend and mentor to us all. While he no longer walks the stage, his footsteps will be heard for years to come and as we pursue our own genealogies and family histories, Brian will be remembered.
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