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It is with heartfelt sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Brian Michael Slaney, beloved father, grandfather and brother. Brian passed peacefully at the Health Science Centre, surrounded by his loving family at the age of 60.
Leaving to mourn with a lifetime of wonderful memories are his pride and joy, daughters Julie (Devin Mahaney), Angela (Laura K.) and grandchildren Kai and Reya. Brian was dearly loved by brothers; Chris (Noella), Richard, Carl (Patricia), Ken and sisters Beth Robson, Sarah, Jean, Ellen (Paul Thistle), Lynette (George Tobin), Ann-Marie (Richard), Michelle (Howard Power), special Aunts Helen Slaney (Godmother) and Blanche Slaney plus a large circle of nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Brian was predeceased by his father Michael, mother Theresa (Harnett), brother Terry, his dear friend Phonse Slaney and brother in law Bob Robson.
Brian was born the tenth of thirteen children. Leaving home at a young age, he pursued his education and a career as an electrician at Memorial University. Brian lived in St. John’s, but always enjoyed returning to his beloved hometown of St. Lawrence.
Though our hearts ache with the loss of Brian, we find solace in the memories shared and the love he bestowed upon us. His spirit will forever live on in our hearts, a beacon of love and warmth guiding us through the darkness.
A limb has fallen from the family tree, I keep hearing a voice that says “Remember the best times, the laughter, the song, the good life I lived while I was strong.”
In honoring his final wishes cremation will take place.
The Slaney Family will be accepting visitors at St. Thomas Aquinas R.C. Church on
Monday, February 12th
1:00pm to 8:00pm
A funeral service will take place at St. Thomas Aquinas R.C. Church on Tuesday, February 13th at 11:00am. Inurnment to follow at Mount Cecilia Roman Catholic Cemetery
In Brian’s memory donations may be made to St. Thomas Aquinas R.C. Church, P.O. Box 157, St. Lawrence, NL A0E 2V0
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the care of Wiseman’s Funeral Homes – Marystown.
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December 11 1963
February 8 2024
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death notice Brian Michael Slaney December 11 1963
February 8 2024
obituaries notice Brian Michael Slaney December 11 1963
February 8 2024
We offer our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Brian Michael Slaney December 11 1963
February 8 2024 and hope that their memory may be a source of comfort during this difficult time. Your thoughts and kind words are greatly appreciated.
The news of Brian’s passing comes with a mix of feelings. Sadness, astonishment, disbelief, even guilt. Somewhere along the way we move apart from the dearest friends we have had and raise our families and become part of larger networks of our own. It’s hard to stay in touch as we move on and life gets more complicated and challenging. It’s a sad fact. Nevertheless, old friends and the memories and times we shared are never forgotten. They made us who we are, and Brian was part of the mix that made me who I am. Brian and I had so many great times together, not just when we were growing up in St. Lawrence but also living together in St. John’s at Dorset Street, and later living close by in Mt. Pearl. There we escaped wives and kids for a few brief hours to take in the reggae bar, and how much did we enjoyed those times. I could go on for hours on the old days, but suffice it to say, Brian was one of the gang of about ten of us that hung out for years and had some wild and wonderful times. The nights ending with a feed where we’d be, as Brian would say, “blown up like harbour Tom cods.” It’s surreal just thinking Brian has passed on when I remember such vibrant and inspired times back in our halcyon days. It’s a hard pill to swallow knowing your oldest friends pass. So with deepest condolences I send this message to Brian’s family, his children, and to Ken, one of my oldest and dearest friends, whom I think about often. In sum, I can honestly and deeply say Brian was a good friend and a good soul. God bless you old friend, you’ll not be forgotten. Anthony J. Lambe.