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Larry Breckon

March 28, 1947 - December 8, 2014

Larry Breckon obituary, March 28, 1947-December 8, 2014, Prince George, BC

BORN

March 28, 1947

DIED

December 8, 2014

Larry Breckon Obituary

Dr. Larry Breckon (Sydney Lawrence Winter Breckon) "Here's to you!" March 28/1947 - December 8/2014 The Breckon family is heartbroken to announce the news of Larry's passing. Our beloved Larry died suddenly on the morning of December 8th, at his home in Prince George. It is an impossible endeavor to try to describe a man like Larry in one short paragraph! Larry was a highly respected and much loved Doctor, first as a Family Physician and later as a Radiologist. He was a loving husband, father, brother and the best friend a person could ask for. Larry was a caring, compassionate man with a heart of gold and a wonderful (if sometimes inappropriate) sense of humor. He had infinite energy and talent, and a take charge 'get it done' attitude. Larry was always available to lend a helping hand - whether to a colleague or a complete stranger. No matter where he was or how busy, he always had time for a chat. He was an avid gardener, a gourmet cook and an eager entertainer. Larry touched so many lives with his generous spirit and joie de vivre! Larry was pre-deceased by his parents Sydney and Gwyneth, and his son Jonathan. Larry is survived by: his wife Ilona and stepchildren Hannah, Michael and Luke; his daughter Erin (Mike), son Matthew (Melanie), and their mother Ann; his granddaughters Alexandra and Avery; brothers Ross (Robin), Peter (Dana) and Robert, and sister Margie. Larry also leaves behind numerous nephews, nieces, in-laws, and so many friends he considered extended family. Larry's passing leaves an enormous void that can never be filled, and he will be deeply missed by all those who were blessed to have known him. Please enjoy a nice meal, raise a glass of wine or good scotch and say 'Cheers' in Larry's honour! There will be no funeral per Larry's request. A Celebration of Life will be held in the Gathering Place at the College of New Caledonia (3330 22nd Avenue) on Thursday, December 18th at 4pm. Although Larry loved flowers, he would prefer donations be made towards CNC's Medical Radiography Technology Program, CNC's General Hardship Fund or UNBC's Northern Medical Programs Trust - Prince George.

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Published by Prince George Citizen from Dec. 12 to Dec. 14, 2014.

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Sharon Neufeld

December 31, 2017

You were so loved and his sense of humour was incredible. He loved everyone and treated all equally. His passing was a profound shock to all of us who knew him and loved him. Too early for him to not be with us

Lynda Doyle

December 29, 2017

Dr. Breckon was truly the epitome of a deeply caring and dedicated physician. He was relentless in leaving no stone unturned when it came to his patients and is the reason my son is alive today. I'm sorry to have learned of his passing so late, but our immense gratitude extends beyond time. Our sympathy to the family for your tremendous loss.

September 6, 2015

i have been composing a letter to Dr. Breckon for the last year. I deeply regret taking so much time to write it that I no longer have an address to send it to. He was my family Doctor for most of my young years while i was living in PG. I was young and having a difficult time dealing with my mother's illness. He gave me a job, made sure i didn't become a teenaged mother and became the person that taught me that kindness and strength must always be combined with a wicked sense of humour. I send my most sincere condolences to the family of this incredible man. I wish I had sent my (bleeping) letter. Thank you for reading this. Trasa (Tracey) Hordiyuk

Alice Bilinski

July 9, 2015

I will always remember Dr.Breckon,with a smile on my face,I worked with him for 11 years as an x-ray tech,such a loss to his family friends and the community.My prayers go out to his family and friends.

Les Kersey

January 10, 2015

Larry was a good friend to me and my family. I was devastated to hear of his passing. I will miss him. Yes he was our family doctor and our friend and always always took time for me and my family. My prayers are with his family.

Katrin Kozevnikov MacLean

January 7, 2015

I just learned of this wonderful man's passing and there are tears in my heart. He was my family doctor and I became his first patient with certain medical problem. His excitement about it may have offended others but for me I was laughing for it showed how much he cared. My condolences to his family, friends and all those that he touched. He will always live in our hearts through the memories we have of him

Ashley Davies

January 5, 2015

Very saddened to learn belatedly of Larry's passing. He was an excellent and down to earth colleague. I enjoyed many conversations with him and he was highly entertaining.I am sorry that he died so young.

January 4, 2015

WE HAD THE PLEASURE OF HAVING DR.BRECKON AS OUR FAMILY DOCTOR. HE ALWAYS TOOK THE TIME TO LISTEN AT EACH VISIT. MY PARENTS ABSOLUTELY ADORED AND RESPECTED HIM. HE WAS A GENUINE: DOWN TO EARTH MAN.OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALWAYS.SINCERELY: GUNTER AND RENATE. R.I.P. DR BRECKON.

ellen macpherson

January 2, 2015

Dr Breckon helped me born my first daughter Aimmee mar 18th 1975 in Placentia Nl He had the gift of healing.I just loved him.My deepest sympathies to his dear family.I feel blessed to have had such a wonderful man be the first person to hold my first born.See you later doc

Clem Shea

January 2, 2015

RIP. Dr. Breckon. I was honoured to have met Larry through a friend of my dad Lloyd Major back in NFLD. Years later I stayed at Larry's place in P.G. Awesome man. Prayers and thoughts go out to his family. He will be dearly missed.

Alice (Collins) O'Keefe

January 2, 2015

I was saddened to hear of Larry's passing. I knew Larry when he worked at Placentia Cottage Hospital. He left his mark with fond memories,and was well respected by all staff who worked with him. My deepest sympathy to all his family.

Colin Cohoe

December 29, 2014

He was our family physician in the late 70's and delivered both of our children. Very professional and caring. Loved his humour too.

December 24, 2014

Good bye my friend. I'm sad and I miss you ! Thought I heard you laugh yesterday and for a moment I expected to see you . But I guess no more ! Thanks for all the joy and smiles . I hope there is an after life cause the thought of never seeing you again is depressing . So til we meet again - see Ya

Donald Moore

December 22, 2014

Fortunately I had opportunity to briefly get to know Dr. Breckon. I regret we didn't get round to wetting lines and sharing more stories. Larry was indeed one of a kind, an amazing, brilliant and giving person. My sincerest condolences to his loved ones.

Laurie Cyr

December 19, 2014

Your obituary said it. My all-time favorite doctor. My thoughts are with you, Dr.Breckon, who made me crack up every visit, and your family.

Dallas Sawtell

December 19, 2014

I was surprised and saddened to hear about Larry. I'm so sorry Ilona. Larry was a person you liked as soon as you met him. He made me feel at home when i visited.

December 19, 2014

How very sad to hear this. He was a very nice, kind man and colleague. My deepest condolences to his family. He will be sorely missed around UHNBC.

Charlene Halladay

Joan Roy

December 19, 2014

Just found out about Dr. Breckon. Did not know him other than hearing his voice through my headset when doing transcription. My since condolences to all those who knew and loved him.

[email protected] Vicki (Parsons) Rodd

December 19, 2014

Sorry to have lost touch over the years and how sad that Larry's passing would be what makes us realize how short life is and how much we should cherish family. I have many fond memories of you all and Larry back in Nfld. and remembrances of good times in the Breckon household. Mum still has memories of her childhood spent with her favourite cousin GAW. Ross, Margie, Peter and Robbie you most certainly are in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. With love, Auntie Sheila, Greg, Vicki and Bev.

Nicola Carmichael

December 18, 2014

There really are no words to adequately describe Larry. He was larger than life, definitely one of a kind, and he leaves a huge void that will never be filled. My heart aches for the family he left behind.

Avril Briggs

December 18, 2014

Deepest condolences to the family I worked at P.G R.H for many years and always found him easy to get along with and a great doctor both as a GP and radiologist.My deepest sympathies at this sudden loss.

December 17, 2014

Larry, thank you for being you. One in a million. You helped me through some of the darkest times of my life! My thoughts are with all of your family!! Words cannot describe the void your leaving us will leave. You will be missed!

December 17, 2014

Larry was one on a million and I am deeply sorry for the family. He was sincerely loved by all and I for one absolutely loved his sense of humour. He always made me laugh but most of all you could not have asked for a better doctor or friend.

Clifford Dezell

December 17, 2014

I was amazed and shocked to hear of his passing. I knew Larry during my time working at Prince George Regional; he was a pleasure to know and to chat with. You could not miss that great laugh and wonderful sense of humour. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. One of the truly nice people; we were all fortunate to know and work with him.

Alan & Gerda Bressette

December 17, 2014

Our lives were blessed to have had Larry as our family doctor and friend. His legacy of care and compassion are an honour to your family. We pray that you find strength in the wonderful memories that your family shared.

Dick and Pat Boulding

December 16, 2014

We are deeply saddened to hear the news of Larry's passing. He was our family physician whom we loved dearly.
Our condolences to his family left behind.
Prince George and the Regional Hospital will surely miss such a wonderful doctor who touched the lives of many.
Rest in Peace Doctor Breckon
Dick and Pat Boulding

Michael Huk

December 15, 2014

You are the brother I never had. I cherish every memory I had the privilege of sharing with you.

Maru and Len Kachuk

December 15, 2014

Larry was my Doctor when we lived in Prince George and he helped me deliver my first two sons. He quickly became my friend and confident. Not only was he an amazing doctor he was funny and genuine. He was a rare person very likeable instantly. Larry and Ann attended my son's baptism. It is my finest memory. Our deepest sympathy to his wife and all his family. Larry was a pleasure to know.

Wendy Collier

December 15, 2014

Our family is so sad to hear of Dr. Breckon's passing. He was our family physician for four generations. A wonderful man and a huge loss to many that have had the pleasure of working with him and knew him. He was not only our Dr but confident and friend. I will truly miss him. Condolences to his family.

Heather Starkes-Janes

December 15, 2014

Margie, and all the Breckon Family, Our sincere sympathies go out to you all and this very sad time, the unexpected passing of your brother, Larry must bring immeasurable sorrow. Another loss in your family, you have had to much loss over the last year and a half. We share in your grief and send our love from back home. Hugs from Heather & John Janes,

Carol Wettlaufer

December 14, 2014

Could not have asked for a better family physician than Dr. Larry Breckon. Was sad when he left family practice to move on to radiology, but very blessed that you delivered my son 37 yrs. ago. Rest in Peace Dr. Breckon and my condolences to your Family.

Will always remember days shared on the Bulkley River..

Gordon Fleming

December 14, 2014

Larry,
You are missed..

Staff Christmas parties always the best!

Brenda Box

December 14, 2014

There are no words to express the loss that I feel today nor tomorrow going into work, knowing that I will never hear your laugh or your "juicy" jokes and tidbits.Who else will appreciate my cyber dating craziness but you.You were truly one of a kind!Always in my heart you will be dear Dr B

Tony Tyler

December 14, 2014

Thank you Dr Breckon for your words of encouragement and your willingness to be available to us Techs for advice. You will truly be missed.

Judy marie Cooper

December 14, 2014

Dr. Larry was our family physician for many years. He made our visits fun and witty. So sorry for the loss of this gifted man.

Bjorn and Susie Butow

December 13, 2014

Larry was truly special to me and my family. We are so sorry for his own family who is shattered with this recent loss and send all of our love to them in the hopes of some comfort.

Dorothy & John Schonke

December 13, 2014

Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Larry. Now he is a bright shining star in the heavens. Rest in peace Larry and Happy Fishing.

Lin & Lorraine Bayford

December 13, 2014

Dr. B. was such a fantastic family Doctor and a pleasure to have known. I have such great memories of him. My Dad says he used to bum smokes off my Mom during an office visit. Our family was quite upset when he left Family Practice to go into Radiology but had he not done that, our niece (Brecken - same name but different spelling) would not have had the opportunity to know and work with this wonderful man in the Radiology Department. My sincere condolences to the family.

Pat & Lauren McTiernan

December 13, 2014

We met Larry and IIona only as couple of years ago. Larry instantly became a friend and someone you could count on, showing up in the everning one night unannouncred to help out with some work on the roof. He clearly touched everyone he met and left a standing impression. He always had time to visit and chat and was only only. Larry you were a real character. We will miss your infectious laugh and friendly demeanour. Our sincere condolences to IIona and family. Larry - have a glass for us & rest in peace.

Norm & Val Wright

December 13, 2014

Ilona, Hannah, Michael, Luke and the rest of the Breckon family: You had the privilege of living with and knowing a wonderful, charming, sincere, irreverently humourous husband, father, in-law and friend. We knew him first as our doctor, later as part of the medical community team at UHNBC and more recently as husband to Ilona and dad to the children. We assumed he'd always be present but that wasn't to be. You are already greatly missed, Larry.
It is with hearts/minds full of memories that we move forward while lifting a martini glass or two. Here's oTo You Larry, .... a class act, a charming raconteur and all round great person in your professional and personal life. Good memories will sustain us as the passage of time gradually lessens the pain of your immense absence.
Norm and Val Wright

Karen Rutherford

December 13, 2014

i am very sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He was my family physician when I was in my 20's and there for the births of my daughters and until he turned to radiology. He was not only my doctor but felt like a friend. He was always willing to listen. He will be missed. My condolences to his family.

Larry was in fine form, hosting the Artists in the Garden at his Ridgeview Drive home. What an enjoyable day this was!

December 13, 2014

Andrea Crosbie

December 13, 2014

I remember Larry well growing up in Newfoundland. He was always outgoing, ready to have a good time. He is remember by many people here. I wish to express my deepest sympathy to his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Andrea Crosbie

Olive Brown

December 12, 2014

Dr Breckon was always great to work with, always approachable and helpful. He will certainly be missed. Condolences to his family.

Marianne Brealey

December 12, 2014

Larry was a real character. I had the pleasure of knowing the whole Breckon family in St.John's. I was a student of Larry's dad, Dr.S.W.Breckon, head of the physics dept. at Memorial University . I was asked to help Larry pass his Calculus, a course that did not interest Larry at all. Gladly , we got through it and Larry went on to become a much loved doctor. I keep in touch with his brother Ross and family in Victoria and did have the chance to see Larry on one of my visits to PG , when I went to visit his mum. After all these years, Larry remembered our calculus struggle and gave me a wooden bowl he had carved--such a classy man. I can only imagine he will be sorely missed by his immediate family.All of you and Larry will be in my prayers.

Elaine Mowbray

December 12, 2014

Sad to hear of Larry,s passing. After more then 20years working with him we know he will be sorely missed. Prayers to all of his family.
Don and Elaine Mowbray

Nancy & Greg Baldwin

December 12, 2014

You will be missed Larry. You have left good memories with family, friends and co-workers. You were one "unique guy!" and I enjoyed working with you. Our condolences to your family.

Joan Creuzot

December 12, 2014

Larry was a pleasure to work with in Quesnel although on the days he was there it didn't seem like work at all, just fun. Cheers to a man who loved life to the fullest. My deepest sympathies.

Marie Hay

December 12, 2014

Deepest sympathy to all Larry's family,friends and colleagues. Larry was a wonderful radiologist and such a hard worker. He had a big heart and a great sense of humour. We shall all miss him.It has been a privilege to have worked with him at the UHNBC. May you rest in peace Larry.

Josie & Rick Pasowicz

December 12, 2014

I will always remember your smile and sense of humor. You will be missed. RIP..

Donna Elliott

December 12, 2014

Llona and the entire Breckon family my deepest sympathy. The energy and light Larry emitted was emense and I hope that these will continue to shine through in these darker days. To my dear friend "Breckon here" its "Elliott here" thank you for all your generous friendship and loyality. I will remember you each time I order up a vodka martini with double olives. "Here's to you"

Walter & Marilyn Schmaus

December 12, 2014

Larry will be sadly missed in our household, he was our doctor for a good many years. He was a sincere kind person and we cherish the time he spent with us. Sincere sympathies are sent today with humongous hugs to Larry's family. He will be missed emensely.

Wil sways remember days shared on the Bulkley River

Dianne Fleming

December 12, 2014

Dear Ilona, Hannah, Michael Luke, the Breckon Family,
Look towards the sky tonight..
There will be a new star in the Heavens, shining down on all of us whom Larry loved so deeply..
The brightness that was Larry's life will surely guide us through our days ahead..
Our family is better, Larry, Dear, because you were in it..
Rest in Peace, knowing we will always remember the love you gave our Ilona and three grandchildren .and us.
With love and deepest sympathy and respect for all you were in your short lifetime..
We love you, Larry..
Dianne and Gordon xoxo

Terry (Hatley) Feduck

December 12, 2014

To Ilona and family,
May all your memories carry you through this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will always remember that voice with a smile.. "Breckon here" on the other end of the phone.

Chad M

December 12, 2014

Amazing man, no words to describe how he will be missed.

Marcia Perry

December 12, 2014

My condolences to the family. Sending love from "The Rock". Hugs Marcia Perry & family

Debbie Johnston & Family

December 12, 2014

Sincere condolences to Larry's family! Having worked with him for over 20 years, it is an understatement to say that he will be missed not only at work but also at social gatherings. He certainly brought something special to an event! Larry will be remembered with fondness always!

December 12, 2014

Larry was a wonderful doctor and friend. He had a personality that was the best and could make you smile and laugh lots.Our condolences go to the family. Judy & John Abbott

Michelle Abbott-Trent

December 12, 2014

I had the pleasure to know Larry and to be brought into the world by this wonderful man. My family would like to send out condolences to Larry's family. The world has lost a great doctor, friend and family member. I send compassion from The Abbotts

Nora & David Black

December 12, 2014

Sharing in your sadness as you remember Larry. There never was anyone quite like him & never will be again. He was a true original. Our hearts go out to you and the family.

Lloyd and Avis Cooper

December 12, 2014

Although we have moved south we keep in touch with PG through the Citizen. So sorry to hear about Larry's passing. He was a wonderful doctor and our family loved him. Our prayers are with all of you.

K. Pigeau

December 12, 2014

He was the BEST Family Physician ever!! He is going to be missed in the Medical Field. He always was there for our Family and delivered our children. Rest in Peace!! CHEERS!!

Tom Shand

December 12, 2014

I am very saddened to learn of Larry's passing. With his passion, love of life and sense of humour, he was a great asset to PGRH and was certainly a factor in the Foundation's focus on fund raising for state of the art equipment. A great loss.

December 12, 2014

It is with a heavy heart we send our condolences to the families of Larry.He will certainly be missed by so many people.God bless.Rita &Ned

December 12, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

December 12, 2014

Larry always had a glorious smile that lit up a room. It was a pleasure to have met him.
Don & Kathryn Wilkins

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