BRIAN MICHAEL WALL

Gentleman and Scholar (April 26, 1942 – February 26, 2026) After a long illness, endured with dignity and humour, our brother, Brian, passed peacefully, in the palliative care unit at Sunnybrook Hospital. When visiting, we were there only a few minutes, Brian took his last breath. The nurses said it was as if he had been waiting for us. Brian was born in Montreal, the third son of James and Alice Wall. He leaves behind his brother, Henry (Julia); and sisters, Judy Anne (Martin RIP) and Betty Lynn. Predeceased by brothers, Peter (Kathie) and David (Joyce RIP). He was a wonderful uncle to eleven nieces and nephews, and ten grandnieces and nephews. Brian had an intelligent and active mind which found outlets in his many and varied interests; from music to politics; wine and beer making to sports. He made watching Jeopardy a new experience. The contestants' response was often an echo of what Brian had just said. He enjoyed interesting conversations with everyone he met. As a boy he played baseball, as a young man he skied, and later in life he was seriously interested in tennis. He was a member of two tennis clubs and served as a volunteer usher – he said "husher" – for many seasons at the then Rogers Cup. The family wish to acknowledge the caregivers who were with Brian, 24 hours a day, for many months. They travelled through heavy snowstorms and freezing temperatures to assist him, with knowledge and care, when he no longer had a voice. We also acknowledge the kindness of the Sunnybrook staff who directed Brian's care. A Celebration of Life will be held at Morley Bedford Funeral Home, 159 Eglinton Ave. W., on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 1 – 3 p.m.. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Parkinson Canada, 1-888-664-1974.