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Brian PATE Obituary
PATE, Brian David
February 11, 1928 - August 28, 2023
With heavy hearts and great sadness, the family of Brian announce his peaceful passing at age 95.
Brian was predeceased by his beloved wife, Margaret Jean (Foster). He leaves behind his loving family, Graham (Susan), Alan (Noreen), Geoff (Liam), Sue (Clair) and Martha (Ken) as well as 10 grandchildren (Megan, Kevin (Olivia), Michaela, Kinleigh, Ryan, Stephanie, Justin (Emily), Luke (Lillian), Jonathan and Jennifer (Ryan), and 3 great grandchildren (Raina, Jade and Holly).
Brian was born in Leyton, England on February 11, 1928. He grew up in Chingford, England. Brian graduated with a BSc degree in Chemistry in 1949. He married Margaret on July 7, 1951 in Chingford, England. Brian earned a MSc degree in Chemistry in 1951. In 1953, Brian and Margaret moved to Montreal. Brian completed a PhD in Chemistry in 1955. Three years later, Brian moved the family to the United States. He did postdoctoral research at Brookhaven National Laboratory in New York. In 1959, Brian worked as an associate professor of Chemistry at the University of Washington in St. Louis. In 1965, the family of seven moved to North Vancouver, BC. Brian worked at SFU and UBC as a professor of Chemistry. He became the Associate Director of TRIUMF at UBC, and was the Director for the UBC program on PET. His interests included Nuclear Chemistry, Radiochemistry, and Analytical Chemistry.
Brian enjoyed numerous activities including sailing, hiking, camping, gardening and travelling. Brian and Margaret made visiting their family a priority. They were married for 69 years.
Brian was a member of the Nor-West Model Railway Club and NMRA, and co-founder of VanRail. He was a mentor and inspiration to many model railway enthusiasts over the years. Brian received some of the top awards in the NMRA for his model building skills.
Brian was passionate about science and enjoyed intellectual conversations. Brian was wise, caring and generous, and maintained his sense of humour until the end.
The family would like to express their gratitude for the compassionate care Brian received at Sunrise of Lynn Valley. To write a condolence or story please visit: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/north-vancouver-bc/brian-pate-11427026
February 11, 1928 - August 28, 2023
With heavy hearts and great sadness, the family of Brian announce his peaceful passing at age 95.
Brian was predeceased by his beloved wife, Margaret Jean (Foster). He leaves behind his loving family, Graham (Susan), Alan (Noreen), Geoff (Liam), Sue (Clair) and Martha (Ken) as well as 10 grandchildren (Megan, Kevin (Olivia), Michaela, Kinleigh, Ryan, Stephanie, Justin (Emily), Luke (Lillian), Jonathan and Jennifer (Ryan), and 3 great grandchildren (Raina, Jade and Holly).
Brian was born in Leyton, England on February 11, 1928. He grew up in Chingford, England. Brian graduated with a BSc degree in Chemistry in 1949. He married Margaret on July 7, 1951 in Chingford, England. Brian earned a MSc degree in Chemistry in 1951. In 1953, Brian and Margaret moved to Montreal. Brian completed a PhD in Chemistry in 1955. Three years later, Brian moved the family to the United States. He did postdoctoral research at Brookhaven National Laboratory in New York. In 1959, Brian worked as an associate professor of Chemistry at the University of Washington in St. Louis. In 1965, the family of seven moved to North Vancouver, BC. Brian worked at SFU and UBC as a professor of Chemistry. He became the Associate Director of TRIUMF at UBC, and was the Director for the UBC program on PET. His interests included Nuclear Chemistry, Radiochemistry, and Analytical Chemistry.
Brian enjoyed numerous activities including sailing, hiking, camping, gardening and travelling. Brian and Margaret made visiting their family a priority. They were married for 69 years.
Brian was a member of the Nor-West Model Railway Club and NMRA, and co-founder of VanRail. He was a mentor and inspiration to many model railway enthusiasts over the years. Brian received some of the top awards in the NMRA for his model building skills.
Brian was passionate about science and enjoyed intellectual conversations. Brian was wise, caring and generous, and maintained his sense of humour until the end.
The family would like to express their gratitude for the compassionate care Brian received at Sunrise of Lynn Valley. To write a condolence or story please visit: https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/north-vancouver-bc/brian-pate-11427026
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Published by North Shore News from Sep. 27 to Oct. 27, 2023.
Memories and Condolences
for Brian PATE
2 Entries
Doug Bethune
February 15, 2024
Deepest Condolences . A dear Friend
Alan Trammell
October 21, 2023
A good friend, always willing to share his knowledge be it model railroading or other (including climate change)....
Although he retired from our field of mutual interest several years ago (model RR) I still miss both Brian and Margaret when we met at Brian´s monthly operating sessions.
Rest in peace,
Alan T
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