Bryan Lewis

Bryan Lewis

Bryan Lewis Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Apr. 11 to Apr. 12, 2008.
LEWIS, Bryan Emerson 07 October 1983 - 07 April 2008 Passed away suddenly on Monday, April 7 in Winnipeg at the age of 24 years. He will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by his Mom, Capt (Ret'd) Becky Ohrt, his step-Dad, LCol(Ret'd) Paul Ohrt, and his adoring little sister, Victoria; also his father, Capt(Ret'd) Barry Lewis and step-siblings, Samantha and Zachery Lewis. Memorial service will take place on Saturday, April 12 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at the Beechwood National Memorial Centre, Beechwood Cemetery, 280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa. Private burial will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to Roger's House (399 Smyth Road, Ottawa, ON K1H 8L2) would be appreciated.

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April 13, 2025

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Saoirse Fae Scott

April 13, 2025

It´s been so long, but I still have so many good memories from our childhood. I recently started sharing my love of fantasy with my daughter and I remember that you let me have your Forgotten Realms books all those many years ago and that started the obsession. Lots of good memories and you shaped my life lots of ways. Thanks for that.

Nick C

April 9, 2025

V. Ohrt

February 4, 2025

Bryan, my brother. My dear older brother... I miss you every damn day. I always have something on me of yours. (Usually it's a bracelet you had. Your wallet chain too.)

I wish I got to know you better. We were so far apart in age... I often think about how you would probably like or dislike something. Like those Swiss Chalet dipping sauce flavored potato chips that Lay's makes/made.

I wish you got to see me grow up. I wish you were still here.
There's nothing I wouldn't do to have you back.

Love you big bro

P.s. - to anyone who was friends with my brother, please, if you have any photos of him, I'd love to see them. We sadly don't have many from later in his life that are actually decent quality. I know Bryan had tattoos on his wrists. I can make them out in a couple photos we have, but I can't tell what they were. I'd love to get one in memory of him.

Becky Ohrt

April 7, 2019

My sweet, sweet baby boy! I think about and miss you so much, every single day. Although it has been 11 years now, it still feels so raw. I love you with all my heart!
All my love forever, Mom xoxoxo

Jamieson-Lee Scott

October 21, 2016

Bryan,

I find myself thinking about you often, my friend.

Candice Kiceluk

February 6, 2016

Awoke from a dream early this morning about a beautiful little boy I had not seen since 1987. Looked him up on the net and found this. So very sad. Becky, words don't begin to express how sorry I am for your loss. I had the pleasure of having a four year old Byran stay with me for two weeks while you were on course. He was the kindest, sweetest little fellow and very determined. He wanted to walk to the store at the end of my street and insisted he could do it alone, we argued, he won but I followed him and hid in the bushes all the way there and back. I remember his curly hair shining in the sun and his little teddy bear backpack as he walked. He was so proud and could not wait to tell you all about it and the fact that he was now wearing big boy undies. He loved and was loved so much. Condolences to you and your family.

April 7, 2013

Just thought I'd share some happy memories of Bryan. Favorite actor of his was Johnny Depp. He'd have seen all the pirates of the Carribean movies that would've came out by now, and probably Alice of Wonderland too haha. I wonder what he would've thought of the Avengers movie. We only dreamed of a movie like that when we were younger. He once mentioned that he wanted to get into being a tattoo artist, and I think he'd be an amazing one. He like drawing tribal style patterns with sharp edges and corners, and used to doodle them all over his binders and other peoples binders (mine). He had a really strong will and could be stubborn at times, but when he put his mind to something I feel he could accomplish anything.

Since he's been gone I haven't been as computer savy, or creative as I used to be. I miss his creativity and artistic side.

Rest in peace bro

Nick C.

Alex Watson

April 8, 2010

I miss you, love you lots. xox

Becky Ohrt

April 7, 2010

Dear Bryan;
It has been two years today since you passed away. It still feels like it was just yesterday; the pain is still so intense. I love you and I miss you so much. I think about you always.
Love Mom XOXO

Robyn Beznoski

May 20, 2008

Words cannot express how deeply sorry I am and I hope his family will heal in time.

Bryan will forever be imprinted in my heart. I will surely miss him and I will never forget the impact he made in my life. He was an unexpected person in my life but I'm glad I got a chance to love him.

Alexandria Vandenberg-Watson

April 12, 2008

I only remember bryan from when i was little, but even growing up i looked up to him a lot...through the books i got that were his and some of his toys. i just wished that this never happened. i love you bryan rip . i just wish i had known my cousin more growing up.

Jamieson-Lee Scott

April 12, 2008

My heart grew weak when I heard of Bryan's sudden death. I will always remember our first meeting in elementary school and our binding friendship, forever. His great wisdom and knowledge was always very inspiring to me.

To his parents, my sincere condolences--you will always be in my thoughts.

Vangie & Philippe Babin

April 11, 2008

We are truly very sorry to learn of Bryan's death. It is a tragic loss. Please accept our sincerest condolences. May you find strength, courage and support in knowing that others care. Peace be with you. God bless!

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