Brent Statton

April 3, 1941 - Sept 18, 2011 Brent died suddenly at home, leaving a great gap in the lives of family and friends. Predeceased by parents Bill and Janet, he is survived by his wife Joyce, son Joel (Kathleen Kerr), daughter Hilary (Sam Chow), grandchildren Nyla and Pelham Statton and Celeste Chow, his Calgary cousins, Dawn Huggard and Maureen Dougherty, and sister, Roberta Hunter. Born in Calgary, Brent moved to Vancouver as a child, graduated from UBC and, from 1965 on was involved in the airline industry through its many changes until his last role at Harmony Airways. In retirement he redefined himself as "chef extraordinaire," outrigger canoe paddler on his annual Maui stays, and, most importantly, "Kappa" to his grandchildren, the light and joy of his life. He lived by the motto "I'm a lover not a fighter," with respect and genuine caring for others. A true friend, loving father and grandfather, modest in his own accomplishments, yet always encouraging of others', he will be greatly missed.

Friends and colleagues are invited to a gathering in memory of Brent; email wbrentstatton@gmail.com for details. Charitable donations are welcome in lieu of flowers.