February 21, 2022
In loving memory ~
On February 21, 2022, Brian Veale passed away at age 87 after living a life rich with friends, family, love and laughter. Mildred ("Millie") Veale, Brian's partner and wife of fifty-three years, lovingly cared for him at home during the past eighteen months as he fought lung cancer.
Brian will also be dearly missed by his sons, daughters, their partners and granddaughters, Bruce Veale (Michelle); Barbara Veale (Paul); Graham Veale (Kimberly), along with their children Victoria, Naomi, and Geneva; and Nancy O'Hare (Chad). Brian kept a close relationship with and will be remembered fondly by his siblings and their partners, Alan Veale (Janet), Ken Veale, Dave Veale (Mary) and Mary Mackie (Tom).
Brian was born and grew up in the rural community of Silver Creek, BC. In 1971 he earned a Bachelor of Commerce from UBC. His brother Alan and wife Janet, introduced Brian to an adventurous nurse named Millie. They were married in Lambeth, ON in December 28, 1968.
Brian, like Millie, had a passion for travel, cultures and an endless curiosity about the world. Whether working in Kuwait or Hungary, rebuilding his 1946 Buick, exploring India, attending talks in Mexico, or flying in his brother Dave's plane, Brian lived life to the fullest. He will be greatly missed by many.