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Gail Lepp
January 23, 2008
Brian and I worked together for many years at WestJet and he was always a welcome sight at my desk, whether he was helping me or the other way around. He was a great comfort to me during a time when I was having personal issues and always had some kind words or wise advice for me. We bonded over a love of photography and I always looked forward to the pictures he would send me from his travels. I will miss him very much and he will never be forgotten. My deepest condolences to all of Brian's family and friends.
Mary Jackson
January 21, 2008
Dear Mary Lou, Piete, Barb, Bev and families,
Sending you lots of positive energy at this challenging time of grief and loss. We're thinking about you.
Mary Jackson (nee Turk) and family
Debbie Kormos
January 20, 2008
Dear MaryLou and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your tremendous loss. My heart and prayers are with you as you journey on.
Carolyn Marchand
January 20, 2008
Dear Mary Lou (my Godmother)and Pete and cousins Barb and Bev,
My heart and prayers go out to you all. There is no loss greater than that of a child and sibling.
I am thinking about you all.
My love
Carolyn Marchand (nee Turk)
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Russell Beston
January 18, 2008
To the Bessem family, My deepest condolences.Knowing Brian and his family through the years as their Barber, was appreciated and will be sadly missed. Russ The Barber
Jayne Leadbeater
January 18, 2008
Pieter & Heather
Just devastated about your loss. I wish we were closer to you so we could be there for you. Even though Time heals, the Memories never fade. Brian's sons will be your link with him even though he's gone. Everything they do and say will bring him back, just like in the song "We rise up in the faces of our children." sung by the Rankin Family. Lots of love Cousin Jayne and Bev Swan River, MB.
Jeff & Erika Robert
January 18, 2008
Our sincere condolences. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
The Wright's
January 18, 2008
Uncle Pieter and Aunt Heather,
Our hearts are with you in this time of sorrow, we will always be with you.
These are the time when you see how strong family ties are.
We all love you!
Anne Hewat Vaughan
January 18, 2008
Peter and I are thinking of you all as you say goodbye to cousin Brian today and always. You are in our hearts.
Dave Pichlyk
January 17, 2008
My deepest condolences to the Bessem family. I've had the pleasure of working with Brian at Westjet for many years, and he will be missed deeply by all who knew him there.
Andrea Andersen
January 17, 2008
My sincerest condolences to the Bessem family. I had the great pleasure of working with Brian at WestJet for many years, he was always a kind, gentle person. I enjoyed our many conversations and will miss him dearly.
Michel & Linda Bessem
January 17, 2008
Our sincere condolences,our thoughts are with you in this difficult time.
Patti and Jim Voorheis
January 17, 2008
Pieter and Heather,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of sadness and grief. Please accept our condolences. We will be praying for you in the days ahead and extend our prayers to Crystal, Christopher, and Michael. To Brian's entire family. We know that many hearts are aching at this time.
Karen Oravis (formerly Greenhalgh)
January 17, 2008
I'm so very sorry to hear about the loss of Brian, until I left Calgary to move to the United States he was a wonderful friend. I will always remember him for his smile, his silly jokes and all the hikes, climbs and adventures we had together as friends.
Thank you Brian for helping me climb Heart Mountain I know your smile will always light the way for other climbers.
Jeff Ascah
January 17, 2008
A very thoughtful and generous person. Always offered his time and assistance to us eagerly and unconditionally. His contribition to the band and most importantly the kids is deeply appreciated.
Darlene, Keith, Becky, Donny & Jaclyn Halliwell
January 17, 2008
Uncle Piete and Aunt Heather, we are all saddened by Brian's sudden passing. Wishing you find strength for each tomorrow knowing we are here for you...Love always Darlene, Keith, Becky, Donny and Jaclyn
Christopher and Michael we are all thinking of you in your time of sorrow, your loss is great and words are not enough.
Beverley & AJ, Barb & Sean, and Mary Lou may peace find you and comfort you through your grief
Michael Finn
January 16, 2008
My sincerest condolences to the Bessem family. I had the great pleasure of working with Brian at Canadian Airlines in the early 90's. He was a conscientious and caring man with a great spirit and sense of humor.
God Bless his memory.
Ron@Becky Bessem
January 16, 2008
Dear uncle Pieter and Aunt Mary lou,both Becky and I are deeply saddened to hear about Brians passing,please know our thuoghts and prayers are with you and Brians wife and family during this difficult time ,may God bless and keep you all in your time of need
Tonya Bourque
January 16, 2008
Dear Pieter,Heather,Crystal,Christopher and Michael,
You are in my thoughts and prayers everyday. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Love and Hugs
Georgia & Bob Relf
January 16, 2008
Brian was a great friend, father and humanitarian, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Our sincerest condolences to his family.
Corry Vandermeer
January 16, 2008
Mary Lou
My condolences on the passing of Brian. My prayers are with you.
Dixie Dayka
January 16, 2008
I had the pleasure of working with Brian at WestJet for a number of years. I remember when I would see him, there was always a smile that followed. He was a great co-worker and friend whether we were in the office or down at Boeing - he was a special caring person and will be greatly and deeply missed.
Brian Hanley
January 16, 2008
My sincerest and deepest condolences to Brian's family. Brian was an unsung hero for the many years he worked and volunteered with the Calgary Stampede Showband where I was lucky enough to benefit from his positive attitude, his gentle nature, and his great sense of humour. He will be missed.
Doug & Faye Widdis
January 16, 2008
Our thoughtsand prayers are with you, Pieter and Heather. Pass on our condolences to Chris and their children.
Barbara Lake
January 16, 2008
Our thoughts are with you all at this time.
Barb and Johann
George Penwarn
January 16, 2008
Pete...I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. On behalf of Robin, Stacy and Daniel, please accept our sincerest condolences and let the family know that they are in our thoughts.
Gord/ Ruth/ Ryan Lockwood
January 16, 2008
To the Bessem Family,
We are all deeply grieved and saddended at the sudden passing of Brian.....Our prayers, thoughts and love are sent to you during this difficult time, and we will be thinking of you Friday during the Memorial and Celebration of his life.......May your memories of times shared with him warm your hearts as you share them with friends and family now and in the future........
Much love , the Lockwood's
Letty Bishop
January 16, 2008
Dear Pieter, Heather, Crystal and family:
Our deepest condolences. Our thoughts are with you through this difficult time.
Bishop family
Saint John's Anglican church
January 16, 2008
From All of Aunt Sytske's friends at Saint John's Anglican Church in Cambridge Ontario. Our thoughts are with all of you.
Gisele Kriwokon
January 15, 2008
Brian always treated me with great kindness and I am richer for having known him. My sincerest condolences to all of his family.
Sytske Haigh
January 15, 2008
Peit Bessem & family,
Thinking of you and holding you in prayer as you go on this journey of ups and downs. May you be blessed with many memories of joy and sorrow. May you find strength in the joyfull memories, through the people whose lives he touched.
Derrick Kroeker
January 15, 2008
Brian was not only a great person, but a great friend to the entire organization. He went above and beyond with his duties and will be sadly missed yet not forgotten.
Marielee Wolfe
January 15, 2008
Dear Bessem Family:
I was deeply saddened to hear of Brian's passing.May you in time find comfort and peace.
Bless you all,
Marielee
Katy Stagg
January 15, 2008
Such a wonderful person, Brian Bessem. We were deeply saddened when we heard the news. We both had the honor and the pleasure of working with him at WestJet for many years. He was well respected and will be well remembered.
~Katy Stagg & Donal Schafer~
Colleen Boos
January 15, 2008
Brian was a very honest,caring, hardworking,good man and he will be greatly missed.
Julia Meeder
January 15, 2008
Mary Lou,
My Heart goes out to you.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Brian Kaus
January 15, 2008
Sincere condolences to the Bessem family,his friends and fellow co-workers at Westjet.
Richard and Pamela Kroeker
January 15, 2008
Our tears, thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Doug Rozander
January 15, 2008
I enjoyed working with Brian.He will be missed.
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