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Brendan ROWELL Obituary
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our dear friend, Brendan, on December 28, 2023 on his 88th birthday. Brendan was a devoted uncle to his nieces and nephew, a kind, gentle and compassionate man to his friends and neighbours and a dedicated member and volunteer at St. Paul's Indian Catholic Church (Squamish Mission Reserve in North Vancouver).
Brendan had a long and interesting life with his deceased partner, Larry Burns, indulging in their passion for antiquarian books and manuscripts. His annual family visits to England were a huge part of his life. For many years Brendan was an avid tennis player at Capilano Tennis Club and West Vancouver Tennis Club; a subscriber to the Vancouver Opera Society; and a regular volunteer at the West Vancouver Memorial Library.
Brendan will be missed by everyone who knew him.
No flowers by request. If desired donations can be made to the Lions Gate Hospital.
Funeral will be held on
Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 11.00am
St. Paul's Indian Catholic Church,
424 Esplanade Avenue West, North Vancouver
Refreshments will be served after the service.
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Memories and Condolences
for Brendan ROWELL
5 Entries
Helen
February 5, 2024
I knew Brendan from his volunteer work at the NVDPL Friends of the Library book sales. Brendan always had a smile for everyone and worked so incredibly hard. You'd have thought he was in his 30s, not his 80s! His kind and friendly presence will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him.
Kathy
February 3, 2024
Would never have thought last year would be Brendan's last visit to the UK.
Will always remember his love for life appreciating every day. His love of the arts particularly his visits to Covent Garden Opera House. Brendan also loved going to the local fete's buying numerous jars of homemade jam and remember enjoying a Pimms and homemade cake with him at Boxmoor Church fete. Summers will not be the same without our yearly visits from our lovely Uncle Bren Photo taken July 2017 Bren with sister Margaret
Kathy
February 3, 2024
On behalf of Brendan´s family I would like to thank all of his friends neighbours and colleagues for looking after him and making his life in Vancouver so wonderful. We never had thought his visit last year was going to be his last. I shall always remember Brendan embracing life to the full. Appreciating every day. His love of opera and his support to the Boxmoor Church choir and enjoying a Pimms and homemade cake at the Church summer fete.
Summers will not be the same again without our yearly visits from our lovely Uncle Bren.
Chris Robertson
January 31, 2024
Brendan, a great lover of books. For many years Brendan would appear at Highlands United Church, North Vancouver to give a hand whenever there was a sale of books. Over the years we came to treasure his contribution given with such quiet and gentle grace. His warm smile would warm the cockles of the heart! We will miss you, Brendan. Thank you for your assistance over the years.
Hin Lee
January 31, 2024
On behalf of the Friends of the North Vancouver District Public Library, I convey the deepest condolences to his family. Brendan was one of the dedicated volunteers of our legendary book sales, & he always helped in the setup of the event. He will be greatly missed.
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