May 16, 1939 – November 2, 2024
at the age of 85 years:
Bill was predeceased by his parents Norman and Ruth Brett and brother Gordon Brett. He is survived by his wife Dianna, sons Allan (Melissa), John (Robyn) and brother John (Helga), as well as grandchildren, sister-in-law Karen, cousins, nieces and nephew.
Bill grew up on the west side of Vancouver, close to the ocean which he enjoyed immensely. Bill and Dianna were married in 1965. They welcomed 2 sons, Allan Tyler Brett, 1967 and John Christopher Brett in 1970. Bill obtained a degree as a Certified General Accountant in 1972, worked in the accounting industry, eventually starting his own business, retiring at age 62. Bill was happy to welcome his grandchildren. John became step-dad to Andrew (born 1989), Allan and Melissa married in 2007 and had Takara in 2009 and Khyden in 2011. John and Robyn married in 2004 and had Adam in 2006 and Nolan in 2010. Bill and Dianna moved to the Sunshine Coast where they lived near the ocean for 11 years. Bill loved fishing and being near the water. He looked forward every year to the family fishing trip. Gardening was a task he loved to do spending many hours weeding, digging, planting and watching it all grow. Bill was fortunate to have many special friends who he spent time with travelling, golfing and playing poker. Bill was a great guy who never said “no” whenever someone asked for his help. Bill and Dianna moved to Salmon Arm in 2016 where at age 85 he passed away at home, peacefully surrounded by his family.
Bill loved his family unconditionally. He was loved. He will be missed. The family is considering a “Celebration of Life” in the Spring of 2025.
Many thanks to the Community Services Palliative care nurses: Laura, Danielle and Daniela, who were so very caring, helpful and supportive.
Dear Dianna, Allan and Melissa, John and Robyn and your families,
We were deeply saddened to hear of the recent passing of your husband, father and grandfather Bill. We have fond memories of Bill (Mr.Brett) from your time in Burnaby. We know that he will be missed greatly and his memory will endure through his family.
Sending our thoughts to you and your family during this difficult time. Please accept our condolences.
Bill was a dear friend who we met on a bus trip in Spain and we just hit it off having fun on the bus swimming in the ocean we all became friends we met up again in Las Vegas and we invited all the crew to Australia where we had a great time showing everyone around and staying with us in our home. We were invited to come to Canada where we stayed in your family home enjoyed every minute this year Carol and I caught up with you guys in Vancouver when we came back from Alaska we enjoyed your company every time now it’s your time to rest until we meet again RIP my friend
Bill will be sadly missed as a friend and our poker group. My condolences to Diana and family.
Such a great true picture of “Bill” . We all laughed with him & loved him. All great memoriesies
Oh my. I am shaken by this news. I started working with Bill when I was in high school. He taught me a lot.
Condolences to Bill’s family & friends, he truly will be missed