It is with deep sadness we announce the
passing of John “T-Jean” Ephraim
Briand, age 79, of River Hebert, and formerly of
L’Ardoise, Cape Breton at the North Cumberland Hospital, Pugwash on
Monday, August 8, 2022.
John was born April 28, 1943, a son of
the late John and Esther (Doiron) Briand.
John enjoyed knitting, Bingo, and
crossword puzzles. He loved to cook and keep people happy
with a good meal. He was quite a jokester and storyteller,
as well as a talented musician and songwriter. He absolutely
adored seafood, and in particular a good feed of clams.
John is survived by his children,
Charlene (Roy) Wilson, River Hebert, Joseph Briand, Winnipeg, Wayne
Briand, Halifax, Claudine (Jonathan) Stover, Sheet Harbour, NS, and
John “Dan” (Tina) Briand, Middle Sackville, NS; 17
grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; a brother, Lionel Briand,
Halifax, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, John was
predeceased by his daughter Mary; his grandson and two great
granddaughters as well as his sister, Sarah-Ann Scott.
Arrangements are under the care and
direction of Jones Family Funeral Centre,
Amherst, NS, (902 667 8777). Cremation has taken place. A
Celebration of T-Jean’s life will take place in L’Ardoise at a later
date to be announced.
Donations in memory of John may be made
to the Canadian Cancer Society.
Sharing of memories and condolences may
be sent to the family by visiting John’s online memorial at
www.jonesfamilyfuneralcentre.ca or through the Jones Family Funeral Centre Facebook
Page.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of John T-Jean Ephraim Briand 1943 2022..
Death notice for the town of: Amherst, Province: Nova Scotia