Brian CHATWIN

We first met as young cousins in Port Franks Ontario at summer cottage his dad a dentist in armed forces moved numerous times in my memory ..my father Arthur Speer brother of Elizabeth Chatwin...I remember many fun times we had together paddling a boat on dead mans bay in Kingston Ont. Visit @ his parent home in Ottawa then Brian studying to become a lawyer and still had time to go out drinking in Hull PQ a fun night it was.. I met his children @ family reunion In Edmonton 2000...I will always remember his kindness as a close family member...Jim and Dick and Bill Speer RIP

Dear SANDY AND FAMILY
IT SADDENED OUR FAMILY WHEN WE FOUND OUT TODAY OF BRIANS PASSING (DEC 12). tHOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO U ALL AT THIS TIME. CATHIE HOWORKO AND FAMILIES

Dear Sandy,

I have very fond memories of Brian from the files we had with each other. He had a great sense of humor and did not waste words. I was so sad to hear about his illness and then his passing. He will be greatly missed in the legal community. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of your family at this very sad and difficult time.

Christine Felix

Dear Sandy ,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

We are saddened by the passing of Brian. He was a close friend to my wife and I for many years,& a finer man you could not meet. Our sincere condolences to all the Chatwin family. He will be missed by MANY people.

I am very sorry to hear of that Brian is no longer with us - my heart goes out to the Chatwin family. He was one of the nicest and kindest persons I had the priviledge to know and was fun, generous, and truly interested in others. The world is a little less without him.

The tenderness in your sparkling blue eyes and the compassion in your voice, your never ending kindness,selflessness beyond words your memory will burn forever in my heart you will be truly missed Brian.

My prayers and sincere condolences to Sandy, Jody,Adam and Jacob may God give you comfort during this time

Our sicerest condolences to the Chatwin family. We were deeply saddened to hear of Brian's passing. He will be dearly missed.

Brian was a kind soul who will be missed!! I will always smile when I think of him.
Sandy, my deepest sympathy to you and the family. I wanted to share this with you:
"Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy."

Our condolences go out to the whole Chatwin family.  We were backyard neighbors in Ottawa, and when Mom and Dad would give us a "pool pass", the four of us would scramble over to the Chatwin's. Every so often when I am sorting through my box of memories, I find my Red Cross Pre-Beginner's swim certification that Brian awarded me. It was the early 70's and I may have been all of six or seven years old. Fast forward to 1994 and I find myself in Alberta ready to buy a house and heard of a local lawyer, wondering if he were the same guy. Sure enough, that was Brain.  I have called on him over the years to help me with legal matters and found him to be so kind and fair. Our whole family, (Marilyn and Colleen in Cape Breton; Ian, Brent and I in Alberta) are very sorry to hear of Brian's passing.
Heather Wheeliker

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sandy
Fred and I are were heart broken when we heard. Our deepest sympathy to you and Brian's family. Know that you are surrounded by people that love you.
Lise Thielman

Dear Sandy & family, Brian was one of the kindest and most generous people I had the honour of knowing. There is a space where he was... we were all blessed to have him touch our lives. Lots and lots of love, Adrienne

Sandy, my heart aches for you and the rest of Brian's family. He was a special man and was held in the highest regard by all that knew him. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Susan and Larry Pristouski

Brian was one of the kindest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing and working with. He could always make me laugh and had the biggest heart. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Our sincere condolences to you Sandy (and to all the family of Brian). I am so sad for you. My husband Jack and I have had dealings with Brian for many years and we appreciated his professional wisdom and guidance, his friendship and caring help in all of our affairs. I am sure he will be greatly missed by many people. May the Lord bless you and keep you at this sad time.
Sincerely,
Stella Little

Sandy Our prayers are with you and your family. You have lost a wonderful man. Diane Lefebvre

Brian was kind, gentle and generous. The world has lost a good man. My condolences to his family.

My thoughts and prayers go out to Brian's family. He was a great man. You will be missed Brian.

My heart goes out to all of you. I pray God will give you strength in this time of loss. Brian was a great man and good friend to me. He was honest and truthful and he looked out for the common man. He knew how to give love in a practical, strong and helpful manner and he gave me strength through difficult times. When it was stormy outside and i was afraid I could phone Brian in the dark of night and he would calm me down and talk to me till the storm moved away. He was always there for me when i needed a helping hand. Brian was really a remarkable man and will sadly be missed by all.

To the Chatwin Family (both personal and professional),

My sincerest condolences to you all for your loss. Brian was a GREAT, GREAT man and he will be truly missed by all who knew him. My heart breaks for you all.

He will forever be one of my most favourite people. He was a pleasure to work with and for.

Very unique, uber cool guy and a great lawyer ... that's Brian. So grateful to have crossed paths with him. Thoughts and prayers for Brian's family.

Dear Sandy and Family~
So sorry to hear about Brian. He will be missed by all....

To Brian's family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. We have lost a great man from our midst. He left an indelible impression on all who knew him, when you picture him in your mind you see “friend”. He had a sharp mind, a kind heart and a generous spirit. He will be greatly missed. We all grieve with you for your loss.

Words can't explain how great of a man Brian was. I had the pleasure of working for him for a few years and he is the most caring wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with Sandy, his children, and grandchild at this sad sad time. Brian you will always be in my heart. You taught me a lot. "Carry on", Rest in Peace

Sandy & Family I was shocked and saddened to hear of Brian's passing. He was the kindest and most adorable man anyone could've met or had the pleasure of working for. May you find Peace & Comfort in the days ahead.

I am very sorry for you loss, my heart goes out to all of you.

Dear Sandy,
We were so sad to hear of Brian's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. God Bless.

Denise and Kevin Kinney

Brian was a wonderful and generous man- always a loyal friend to my family. My thoughts and prayers are with the Chatwin family- Brian will be very much missed. Glad he left this world peacefully and at home with you.

To the Chatwin family - we have lost an incredibly kind and generous man and our lives have a huge hole to fill. we can only hope to follow in his footsteps. our love to all of you
Maureen, Trevor and Rosina Bantle

Hugs to Sandy & family. Fabulous sense of humor- one of a kind- powerful-gentle giant- loved by many, respected by all- he will be missed. but not forgotten. Take care.

Dear Sandy, Jody, Adam and Jacob: My sincere and deepest sympathy to you and your family in your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Brian from 1979 to 1985. He was a kind, generous, bigger than life kind of guy. He was not your typical stereo type lawyer. I would try to beat him in the office in the morning but he always seemed to be there before I started work at 6 a.m. I also remember his love for Willy Nelson - we got a kick out of that. I moved to BC in 1985 and this year was able to touch base with Brian. We reminised about the old days and it was like I had never left. I am deeply saddened by his passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you in this difficult time. Rest in Peace Brian. Jackie Stakkestad (Squarok), Vernon, B.C.

Sandy and Family our thoughts are prayers are with you at this very sad and difficult time. God bless. Marie and Alister Nicoll

Sandy, I was deeply saddened to learn of Brian's passing. He was a larger than life character and he will be missed by all who knew him. Take care.

As stated previously, Brian was "one of a kind". He had the most generous and kind spirit. He made a lasting impression, and will be missed very much.

Brian, a one of a kind in the greatest of ways. Hold your memories close and your loved ones closer.

I had the pleasure of working for and against Brian and he was always a joy to deal with and kept up with me through the years; ride in heaven old friend.

No words can express how sad we were to hear of Brian's passing. I had the pleasure of working for Brian and will miss our talks about Nascar racing and cars. I pray you find comfort through your memories of Brian and support through your family and friends.

Sandy and Family our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May all the memories of Brian help ease the loss. Brian was always kind to everyone, "To live in hearts we leave behind not to die."