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​Robert Brian Calvin Harvey

10/8/2022

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May 21, 1940 to October 8, 2022

Brian died peacefully early in the morning of Saturday October 8th at the Lapointe-Fisher Retirement Home in Guelph after a steep health decline following a dementia diagnosis.

He was born in Winnipeg and spent his formative years in Terrace Bay on the North Shore of Lake Superior. Brian’s early life was shaped mostly by hockey and the rhythms of life in a small mill town.  He studied at University of Manitoba where he played varsity hockey, developed lifelong friendships, and met his first wife, Kathy. Upon graduation he was offered a job in sales at a steel company, Atlas Alloys, an industry to which he would devote his 38-year career.

Brian was known for his charm, quick wit, and never shying away from a politically charged conversation. He was a voracious reader and a curious learner. He grew as a person from people around him – having taken important life lessons from his first wife, Kathy, who adapted and thrived despite the challenges of being quadriplegic, and his second wife, Susan who was an educator and actively involved in the fight for women’s and children’s rights in Canada and around the world. Both predecease him.

Brian’s life was marked by many highs - working and living in Chile, walking the Camino, family summer vacations in Bayfield, and many unforgettable travel experiences with his second wife Susan and friends. It also had lows - his Dad’s illness from an industrial accident, his first wife Kathy’s MS, and cancer that took his second wife Susan in 2021. While chronic illness in those he loved seemed to be ever-present for much of his life, Brian nevertheless had a rich life and a successful business career due in large part to his strong work ethic, determined nature, and truly remarkable friends, neighbours, extended family, and co-workers who loved and supported him. These incredible people allowed Brian to make the most of the opportunities and experiences that came his way.

Brian leaves his two kids, Cam and his wife Jodi, Erin and her husband Rob, and his three beautiful grandchildren, Ben, Jacob, and Molly.

He grew to appreciate that he was a very lucky man. There was nothing he loved more than a family dinner debating social issues where everyone had an opinion and expressed it freely. He was overflowing with pride and love for his kids and grandkids and they knew it.

He will be deeply missed.

The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at LaPointe-Fisher for providing such exceptional warmth, care, and comfort in the last year of his life. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to your local chapter of the MS Society, Cancer Society, or Alzheimer’s Society.

There will be a gathering to celebrate his life on Nov 25, 1pm, at St. Stephen’s-on-the-Hill United Church, 998 Indian Rd., Mississauga.

Messages and condolences may be left for the family at www.tricitycremations.com or 519.772.1237. Please visit Brian's obituary notice on Facebook.
14 Comments
Susan Jewett
10/12/2022 03:28:58 pm

Erin - What a lovely tribute to your Dad - beautifully written - capturing his well lived life. Treasure his memory.
Hugs to you and your family.

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Erin
10/19/2022 09:44:31 pm

Thank you so much, Susan.

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Daniele Hart
10/12/2022 03:53:46 pm

Such a beautiful, realistic tribute to your dad, Cam ad Erin. I very much enjoyed the discussions I shared with him. As I told you Cam, he introduced me to Scott Peck. Hugs to all of you as you grieve this loss. Lots of love, Daniele and David Hart

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Cam
10/12/2022 03:59:40 pm

Thanks a lot Daniele. He always enjoyed his conversations with you. Big hug, Cam

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Jody Ketcheson
10/12/2022 07:44:47 pm

Cam and Erin and family
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your dad was special to my dad and he always looked forward to paying him a visit while he was in Ontario. Stay strong together. Jody xo

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Rob Haag
10/12/2022 08:19:38 pm

Condolences to you both, Cam and Erin, and to Jodi and Rob and all his beloved grandchildren. Looking forward to celebrating with you all, a life well lived.

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Kenneth Yundt
10/12/2022 11:29:49 pm

To Erin and Cam,
Being neighbours growing up, we knew your mom and dad pretty well. Our sincerest condolences now on the passing of your dad who we looked up to very much during your mom’s illness. May they be together with Susan where we will all meet someday for eternal rest.
God Bless, Ken Yundt.

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Erin
10/19/2022 09:43:01 pm

Thanks so much, Ken. I know you have lost both of your parents too… I appreciate your kind words.

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Arlene Duncan
10/13/2022 10:14:05 am

I am so sorry for your loss. It is hard to watch your Dad slip away with dementia. I am going through this with my mother who is now 102!
I was a friend of Susan's from high school with Donna and Bruce Goodbrand. So I only knew Brian when he married Susan. But i thoughly enjoyed his company and sense of humour. I was lucky to have Susan and Brian and Donna and Bruce visit me at my cottage in Georgeville in the Eastern Townships for a bit of a tour. Fondly remembered.

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Erin
10/19/2022 09:41:02 pm

Arlene, thank you for your note. I remember my dad and Susan talking about your place in the eastern townships. I went to Bishops so know the area well and could picture their description of where you live. Susan brought many rich relationships into my dads life.

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Anne and John Harvey
10/13/2022 01:45:23 pm

Dear Erin and Cam

What a beautiful tribute to your dad! We loved your dad and had known him for many many years. We always enjoyed our times spent together and I remember your dad and I going to classes to try and stop smoking…..needless to say we were not good candidates.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you both and your families. Lots of love and look forward to seeing you both in November.
Annie and John

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Erin
10/19/2022 09:36:05 pm

John, he loved you and Anne so much. You three seemed to have a special relationship with a long history. Thanks so much for your kindness.

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Judy Darragh
10/17/2022 01:17:35 pm

The picture of your Incomparable "Dad" is PERFECT ! He could be sitting discussing with me (struggling NOT to have a cigarette) one of life s current problems_his or mine_with laughter or tears....just sharing Life .What a time it was and what a Great Guy was Brian Harvey ! Gentle Hugs to you, Erin and Cam and to ALL . Judy D.

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Erin
10/19/2022 09:33:48 pm

Judy, thank you for your kind and loving words.

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