Stephens
Brian Charles
Brian Stephens, aged 86 years, passed away peacefully at Regina General Hospital on Monday, February 11, 2013.
Brian was born January 10, 1927 to Reginald and Blanche Stephens on the family farm in Norbury, Sask. He was the fourth of five children: Roy, Ed, Mary, Brian and Miles. He met the love of his life, Doris, and after two years of courtship they were married (1954) followed by the birth of their three sons Don, Dan and Rob. Brian farmed until entering the business world as a grain buyer (1965) beginning in Bapaume, Sask. Brian and Doris then transferred to Imperial in 1969 with three energetic boys and a big, white dog. He and Doris raised their children in Imperial until his death, where Doris still resides. He pursued his profession with passion and gusto until retirement in 1991. Through Brian’s life he was known as the local farmers’ “veterinarian service” and nurtured back to health many a horse and livestock. This became his natural calling. After retirement Brian became involved in raising registered American Quarter Horses; the herd grew to as many as 30. He became the supervisor of the Davidson Beef producers from 1992 to 2009. His passion was “Dori”, his family, horses, livestock sales and rodeos. Brian was known for his quiet strength and sharp wit; he always loved a good laugh and he was wise and a man of great integrity. Dori has always said, “Brian was always a farmer and a country boy”. His final hours were spent surrounded by his family, his unwavering wit ever present for story telling and laughs, until he slipped away.
Brian is survived by his wife of 58 years, Doris and three sons Don (Christine), Dan (Rosanne), Rob (Catherine); eight grandchildren Chad (Jenn), Rachelle (Connor), Chris (Erin), Jennifer (Chad), Chelce (Pat), Landon (Saila), Joel (Araby), Tanner (Carly); four great-grandchildren Morgan, Dalton, Anna, Emma; sister Mary and brother Miles (Jean) and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents Reginald and Blanche and brothers Roy and Ed.
A memorial tea was held at Imperial Community Centre on February 15 conducted by Rev. Jack Robson.
Honourary pallbearers were all his family and friends. John and Deanna Hignett were register attendants. Ushers we David Hill and Vivian Hill. Jenn McCrae and Wendy Remoue gave the eulogy.
Brian’s ashes were laid to rest in the Imperial Cemetery during a private family graveside service held earlier in the day.
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