Brian Jacob Brant
August 10, 1959 - May 8, 2023
Peacefully, with his children close by, Brian, passed away at Hamilton General Hospital on May 8, 2023 at the age of 63. A dedicated and loving father to Katera (Dale) Marsden, Katrina (Ryan) Brant and Brian Brant Jr. He is also survived by three sisters, Dale (Dave) Szczesniak, Marlene (Todd) Watson, Carolyn Brant and brother, Jody Brant. Brian’s greatest pride was being an adoring grandfather to Brooks, Claire, Hannah and Jack. He will be dearly missed by many aunties, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Predeceased by parents Carol June (Montour) & Clayb Brant, beloved uncle Sid Brant, cousin Patrick Nahmabin and niece Kelly Szczesniak.
Brian had a long career as a Process Operator at Nova Chemicals in Sarnia, ON and at CNRL in Fort McMurray, AB. Often lovingly referred to as “Jake”, he was the life of the party and made everyone laugh. He loved gardening, entertaining and cooking. He never let anyone leave his house without a full belly and fond memories. He will be remembered for his larger-than-life personality, quick wit and infectious laugh.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made by donation to the Mark Preece Family House in Hamilton, which allowed his children to remain close by while he was in the hospital or the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 164 in Hagersville of which Brian was a member.
Funeral Service will be held at Hyde & Mott Chapel of R.H.B. Anderson Funeral Homes, 60 Main St. S., Hagersville on Saturday May 13, 2023 at 2 pm.
Brian’s children would also like to express a deep thanks to the medical team at West Haldimand General Hospital and Hamilton General hospital for their care and support and the Mark Preece Family House for providing warmth and comfort during an extremely difficult time. The kindness of staff and volunteers will not soon be forgotten.
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Condolences
Posted by
Anjie Robinson
on
May 10th, 2023
While I never had the pleasure of meeting you in person, I knew you so well through Brian and Jaz. I heard many stories of the fun times and great meals, always surrounded by friends, family, and love. You will be very missed~all my love to everyone you left behind.
Posted by
Bonnie Hill (Wright)
on
May 10th, 2023
I am sorry for your loss. I knew Brian through high school. He was such a nice, sweet
guy. His laugh was very infectious! May you find peace and comfort in knowing that he is no longer in pain. Love and prayers to all the family.
Posted by
floramac@telusplanet.net Tourigny
on
May 10th, 2023
Dear Brant family,
I am so very sad to learn of Brian’s passing. Brian was a good friend to my son Jeff, while living in the One Eleven apartment building in Edmonton. They had many good times together, lotsa laughs and great meals cooked by Brian. I was so fortunate to have met Brian and to have had a few coffees at Starbucks with him after my son passed away in 2019. I had always hoped we would meet again one day if he came back to Edmonton to visit his many friends.
Brian was a real gentleman - a genuinely nice guy - he will be remembered & missed by many.
My heartfelt condolences to your family.
Sincerely,
Flora Tourigny
Posted by
Joe Matuzic
on
May 10th, 2023
I will miss your laughter and giggles to good to be gone from this world. Will miss you.
Posted by
Paul & Nel Savage
on
May 10th, 2023
Dear Brant Family
It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to Brian. We will cherish our many memories
of the times we shared. Our times listening/singing George Jones songs will remind us that he will be
"Watching from a window up above" R.I.P.Dear Friend and our Deepest Condolences to you all.
Love Paul & Nel
Posted by
Paul & Nel Savage
on
May 10th, 2023
Dear Brant Family
It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to Brian. We will cherish our many memories
of the times we shared. Our times listening/singing George Jones songs will remind us that he will be
"Watching from a window up above" R.I.P.Dear Friend and our Deepest Condolences to you all.
Love Paul & Nel
Posted by
Paul & Nel Savage
on
May 10th, 2023
Dear Brant Family
It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to Brian. We will cherish our many memories
of the times we shared. Our times listening/singing George Jones songs will remind us that he will be
"Watching from a window up above" R.I.P.Dear Friend and our Deepest Condolences to you all.
Love Paul & Nel
Posted by
Joe and Val
on
May 10th, 2023
We are so very sorry for your loss. Brian was one of the nicest people we knew and we valued his long friendship a lot. He is greatly missed
Posted by
Ginny Ninham
on
May 11th, 2023
RIP Brian. From the day I met you I thought you were one of the kindest and nice as men I have ever met. You have a way of making people feel so comfortable and thought of. You cook breakfast for all of us that day and during the evening you made sure we were all looked after. You are loved and you will surely be missed. It was my honor to know you. Rest in peace my friend.
Posted by
Heidi Desaulniers
on
May 11th, 2023
I was deeply saddened to hear of Brian's passing. He was an exceptional person and an incredible friend. I met Brian while working together at CNRL Horizon as process operators/power engineers, and we quickly became close friends. Even after I left CNRL, Brian and I remained in touch and shared many wonderful memories together.
Brian had a heart of gold and was always there to support and encourage those around him. His infectious laughter, warm personality, and quick wit made everyone feel welcome and loved. I will always cherish the memories of the trips we took together to Banff, Mexico, and Nashville, and the many times Brian welcomed me and my dogs into his home.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Brian was family to me, and I will miss him dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, and I hope you can find comfort in the memories and love he shared with each of you
Posted by
Heidi Desaulniers
on
May 11th, 2023
I was deeply saddened to hear of Brian's passing. He was an exceptional person and an incredible friend. I met Brian while working together at CNRL Horizon as process operators/power engineers, and we quickly became close friends. Even after I left CNRL, Brian and I remained in touch and shared many wonderful memories together.
Brian had a heart of gold and was always there to support and encourage those around him. His infectious laughter, warm personality, and quick wit made everyone feel welcome and loved. I will always cherish the memories of the trips we took together to Banff, Mexico, and Nashville, and the many times Brian welcomed me and my dogs into his home.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Brian was family to me, and I will miss him dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, and I hope you can find comfort in the memories and love he shared with each of you
Posted by
Mark Fields
on
May 11th, 2023
So sorry to hear of Brian's passing. We worked together at Nova Corunna for years. He had an infectious laugh and could see the humour in everything. He was much too young to leave this world.
My condolences to the family.
Posted by
Gregory Reynolds
on
May 12th, 2023
Brian and I started at Cnrl at same time we were both from Sarnia so we had some things in common we worked on the panel together for short time I think of him often and he is gone much too soon
Posted by
john and maureen lewicki
on
May 16th, 2023
what a shock to read that brian had passed. john was his shift leader he was so proud of the house he had built. he was tho firstly proud of his children and grandchildren. years ago we were invited and went to his wedding. i have a memory of when john would come home and tell me that how funny brian and vic hyde were on shift and how they had everyone laughing. he was funny and everyone loved him. r.i.p. brian as when on earth you were one of the best guys. maureen and john lewicki
