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Published by Victoria Times Colonist from Jun. 30 to Jul. 2, 2017.

SPENCER, Brian Philip April 24, 1949 -June 23, 2017 Never one to "go down easy" Brian lost his determined and courageous battle with cancer on Friday, June 23, 2017. In the end, he went peacefully while sleeping. Brian was born in Saskatoon, grew up and attended university in Edmonton and then came to Victoria to establish his family practice. He loved the practice of medicine and had hoped to continue for many years. Medicine allowed him to get to know and spend time with his patients while providing opportunities for many adventures and endeavors: a founding physician and great supporter of Shelbourne Medical Clinic, one of the originators of and early participants with ViVa (Victoria Vanuatu Physicians Project), one of the creators of Osler software. Life was always one big adventure for Brian; he lived, worked and played hard. He loved to golf, ski, hike, renovate. His best and most frequent adventures were with his family, Fran his wife of forty years, son Paul, daughter Stephanie and his brother Jerry. Brian was predeceased by daughter Jillian. We know he will be missed by everyone who knew him and especially his large extended family. A celebration of life will be held July 29th at 11AM in the Hall at St Matthias Church, corner of Richardson St. and Richmond Ave. in Victoria. Hall and parking off Richardson. Donations in his memory can be made to the Victoria Hospice Society at: https://www.victoriahospice.org/patients-families/memoriam/brian-philip-spencer. Additional tributes at www.earthsoption.com

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16 Entries

Sandra Youmans

March 1, 2018

Dr. Spencer was our family doctor for many years. Best Dr. Anyone could ask for. He delivered my oldest child. My mom and I just started talking about him, so I looked him up to sadly see he is with us no longer. He will be greatly missed. Thank you for all the wonderful years.

Natasha Banga

October 13, 2017

Doctor Spencer, I knew you since I came out of my Mother's tummy. You were not just our family doctor, you were family. I will miss that big smile of yours that lit up the room.
Rest peacefully Doctor Spencer

gerardo migliorini

September 11, 2017

Dear Dr Spencer , I just learned about your passing,you were a Good person and a good Doctor,genuine and compassionate, always taking the time to listen to our needs;to his family, my most profound respect in this very hard time,and to you Dr Spencer,rest in Peace and I will always remember as a great sample for your profession. Chau Caro Brian

Bonnie PattersonPayne

July 28, 2017

Just learned of your passing Brian and know how much you will be missed by family, friends, colleagues and patients. Known Fran and brian as good friends for many years and loved how Brain had that iconic sense of humour and yet always practical advice. From Edmonton take care Fran, Paul and Steph
With lots of love, hugs and respect. Bonnie

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Larry Woolsey

July 11, 2017

My friend, you went too soon. What a great person we have lost. Brian had such compassion for his patients and his diagnostic skills helped so many. Still so hard to believe. We shall all miss him. Happy sailing my friend.

Joanne Young

July 10, 2017

Wow I'm shocked and so saddened to hear of this news. He was too young.
I became a patient of Dr. Brian's when his office was on Burnside Road.
He was so gentle, caring and funny. He continued to be my doctor until he retired from the Shelbourne Clinic. I remember him being so excited for this new clinic, giving up his maternity practice because of the crazy hours, looking forward to 'regular hours' and having coverage so he could spend more time with family and doing the things he loved to do.
He was such a comfort to me when my life got difficult. He was so patient, listened without judgement and spent way more time with me than scheduled. He was a good man and a good doctor.
When I thought about him I always hoped he was enjoying his well deserved retirement.
My children and I send our heartfelt condolences to his family.
RIP Dr. Brian

Marilyn Simpson

July 7, 2017

Way to young to go. Dr. Spencer was our family doctor since his practise on Burnside Rd. Easy to talk to and helped me through some tough times. Rest in Peace...

A P

July 5, 2017

I only had him as a Dr. very briefly, but he was the first one (out of many), who finally set me on the right path of a (time sensitive) MS diagnosis. Without him, I might not have my eyesight. I'm forever grateful and am so, so sorry for your loss. Such a kind and brilliant soul.

Bernard Simpson

July 4, 2017

Brian was a great guy as well a great doctor. I will always remember his gentle way and that remarkable smile!

July 2, 2017

I cannot believe this. Dr. Spencer guided me through cancer 23 years ago with kindness, patience and fondness. He was an excellent doctor and he will be missed. Rest in Peace Dr. Spencer. Arlene Chasteney

Tricia Baylis

July 1, 2017

you will be greatly missed, a great man with a big heart and good physician- thank you. My condolences to the family.

Chuck Meagher

July 1, 2017

Holly smokes, this guy was so real. As a person and as a doctor. He actually stayed overnight in the hospital to deliver our son in 1985. Every visit I had with him the nurse would knock on the door to remind him that he had other patients waiting, he was just so into people. We were blessed to have him in our life and for those family members who are feeling a great loss please take some comfort if you can that this man did make a difference for a lot of people. God Bless Brian.

Lee Price

June 30, 2017

Brian: I feel you have been a very part of my life for the past 30 years since my loss. You and your family can be proud of the many things you did during your full life. You were a wonderful friend and mentor to everyone that passed your way. You were a gentle giant. We will miss you very very much. Give them hell in heaven Brian...I know you can and will. RIP TO A EVER LASTING FRIEND!!
Take care Fran, Paul and Steph
With lots of love and respect. Lee

June 30, 2017

You will be missed by many. A great "soul" and physician. Judith Sloan (Nana Sloan)

Larry Zilinsky

June 30, 2017

Just a great guy overall and a great doctor. You will be missed by many that you touched in the many facets of your life. RIP Brian.

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