September 25, 1955 – October 10, 2016
Brian passed away peacefully on October 10, 2016 with his son Jason and sister Brenda by his side at the Dulcina Hospice in Calgary. He was born in Summerside, PE on September 25, 1955. He lived many years in California, LA and made Calgary his home since 2009. Brian’s heart was always with his son Jason, his family, his ward families and especially his friend Jesus. He was an avid car enthusiast and the outdoors was his playground. Kayaking, biking and beach combing brought him peace and contentment.
Brian will be lovingly remembered by his son Jason Blakeney (Judy) of Fort McMurray, AB his father Kenneth Blakeney – Summerside, PE, his siblings Beverley Waugh (Kevin) – Wilmot Valley, PE, Blaine Blakeney – Georgetown, PE, Barbara Lewis – Halifax, NS, Brenda Smith – Calgary, AB, Barry Blakeney (Jewel) – Eastern Passage, NS and Bonita MacKenzie – Summerside, PE. Many nieces and nephews; Sarah, Emily, Jennifer, Thomas, Jeremy, Joshua, Vanessa, Kenny, Natalie, Amanda, Dylan, Govan, Dustin, Rebecca and his hero, Aimee. Brian is predeceased by his mother Margaret (Crozier) Blakeney, his sister Belinda Bianchinni and niece Mary Ellen Waugh.
The Dulcina Hospice was fondly coined “the palace” by Brian. He felt royally cared for and always respected by all staff from the kitchen to the doctors and everyone in between. The family wish to sincerely thank Dulcina for the compassionate care and sincere friendship shown to Brian during his journey. If so desired, donations may be made in memory of Brian to the Dulcina Hospice.
Friends and family are invited to a celebration of Brian’s life on Tuesday, October 18th at 2:30 PM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints – North Stake Center (5927 Tipton Road NW, Calgary)
Brian’s parting words of wisdom are be kind to everyone and keep it simple. ❤
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